Dec 06, 2019
Read MoreDenon AVR-X1400H vs Denon AVR-S740H review
Denon AVR-S740H review
The model supports Dolby Atmos and DTS: X surround sound formats in configurations with ceiling speakers or reflective modules, and also works with the DTS Virtual: X format in 5.1 configuration. The AVR-S740H works at the output power of 75 watts per channel. To connect other devices, Bluetooth, Ethernet / Wi-Fi, USB, which can be used for both charging and playback, are provided. In the Denon AVR-S740H vs Denon AVR-X1400H comparison, the first one loses in multi-possibilities because the AVR-X1400H has the support of the second-zone and third zone modes and bi-amping for front speakers.
Denon AVR-X1400H review
The Denon AVR-X1400H has a six-input HDMI switch that can stream video up to 4K. The control system has a simplified configuration interface, and a quad-core 32-bit processor with all active decoders capable of working with wireless connections (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi) is running in the digital path. Audyssey MultiEQ XT is responsible for configuring the entire system. Also, a convenient multi-room HEOS protocol with control through an application for smartphones has been introduced into the device.
Denon AVR-S740H pros and cons
Pros
- There is a HEOS protocol with wireless control
- The sound is deep and rich, suitable for playing any content, both films and music
Cons
- The receiver cannot convert the video signal to 4K
- The remote cannot be programed
Denon AVR-X1400H pros and cons
Pros
- There is a function to save the settings and sound modes for each source
- The color gamut of the image is saturated with shades closer to natural
Cons
- The UI has low resolution and font pixels are clearly visible
- The remote has no backlight
Denon AVR-X1400H vs Denon AVR-S740H
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Product
Denon AVR-X1400H
Denon AVR-S740H
Model
AVR-X1400H
AVR-S740H
Brand
Denon
Denon
Reviews
140
209
Amplifier
Channels
7.2
7.2
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
80/8, 120/6
75/8, 110/6
Output impedance, Ohm
8, 6
8, 6
Frequency response
10Hz-100KHz
10Hz-100KHz
THD in stereo, %
0.08
0.08
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
192 KHz/24-bit
192 KHz/32-bit
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
Audyssey MultEQ XT
Audyssey MultEQ
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ
Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Compressed Audio Restorer, Hi-Res audio
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
USB
1 (USB 2.0)
1 (USB 2.0)
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
1
1
DLNA
MHL
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
AirPlay, AirPlay 2
AirPlay, AirPlay 2
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, SiriusXM, TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio, Sound Cloud
Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, SiriusXM, TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio, Sound Cloud
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
6/1
6/1
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI CEC
Digital content protection (HDCP)
HDCP 2.2
HDCP 2.2
Subwoofer output (LFE)
2
2
Headphone output
1 x 6.3
1 x 6.3
Optical digital input
2
2
Coaxial digital input
1
1
Composite input
2
2
Component input/output
0/0
0/0
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic
USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
4K signal pass-through
4K/60Hz
4K/60Hz
8K signal pass-through
HDMI signal pass-through
3D signal pass-through
HDMI pass-through in standby mode
Video conversion
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
HLG, x.v.Color
BT.2020, HLG
Additional features
Voice control
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI
App control
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android, Amazon Kindle
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android
Display
colour OSD
colour OSD
Tuner
AM, FM
AM, FM
Sleep timer
Auto power off
ECO mode
Graphical user interface (GUI)
Setup assistant
Firmware update
network, USB
network, USB
Other additional features
IP Control
IP Control, Web Control
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
3
2
Zone audio output
speaker, preout
speaker
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
HEOS App, Denon 2016 AVR Remote
HEOS App
RS-232
0
0
Remote control input/output (IR)
0/0
0/0
DC trigger output (12V)
0
0
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Digital Plus
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-EXPRESS, DTS Surround
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESS, DTS-Surround
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
Audio file formats
MP3
WMA
AAC
WAV
FLAC
ALAC
Other audio file formats
has not
has not
Power
Operational power consumption, W
430
400
Standby consumption, W
0.1
0.1
Removable power cord
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
43.7 x 22.4 x 33/17.1 x 8.5 x 13.3
43.5 x 15.2 x 33/17 x 6 x 13.3
Weight, kg/lbs
8.1/18.8
8.6/19
Other
Release year
2017
2018
AV receivers CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 7.3Denon AVR-X1400H
- 7.1Denon AVR-S740H
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