Dec 06, 2019
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Denon AVR-X1400H review
The receiver is equipped with powerful both video and audio systems. In terms of video playback, it can work with incoming 4K video signals with the latest HDCP 2.2 and Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma standards. However, both competitors of Denon AVR-X1400H vs Denon AVR-X1500H review have the same output power – 80 W/channel at 8 Ohm. HDMI ARC and HDMI CEC standards are also implemented for optimal user comfort. The Denon AVR-X1400H also benefits from Audyssey MultEQ XT auto calibration technology. With this technology, surround effects are magnified at low listening levels.
Denon AVR-X1500H review
Denon AVR-X1500H supports the latest multi-channel audio formats, including Dolby Digital Plus Atmos, Dolby Atmos or DTS: X. The AVR-X1500H has integrated Dolby Surround and DTS Neural: X DSP with surround sound, capable of reproducing stereo programs, distributing sound in 3, 5 or 7 speakers. And in Dolby surround sound playback is the advantage of the AVR-X1500H versus the AVR-X1400H. The receiver is equipped with Ethernet and WiFi network controllers. Reading Hi-Res files is allowed up to 24 bit/192 kHz. Denon AVR-X1500H also provides access to popular online music services.
Denon AVR-X1400H pros and cons
Pros
- For midnight cinema, the Audyssey Dynamic Volume mode is implemented, with its automatic limitation of level deviations
Cons
- The receiver does not have the ability to scale the incoming video signal and suppress noise
- It is impossible to connect directly a vinyl player to this receiver
Denon AVR-X1500H pros and cons
Pros
- The device is not supported eARC feature
Cons
- When playing a video, a sound and image mismatch occurs
- The user interface is complex and confusing. Even the most basic and important functions were quite difficult to find
Denon AVR-X1400H vs Denon AVR-X1500H
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Product
Denon AVR-X1400H
Denon AVR-X1500H
Model
AVR-X1400H
AVR-X1500H
Brand
Denon
Denon
Reviews
140
23
Amplifier
Channels
7.2
7.2
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
80/8, 120/6
80/8, 120/6
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 XT
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ
Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Compressed Audio Restorer
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)
HDR10
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, Amazon Kindle
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, preout
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
1
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
430
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 6.6 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
- 7.5Denon AVR-X1500H
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