Denon DRA-800H vs Yamaha R-N803BL

Yamaha R-N803BL review

Comparing Yamaha R-N803BL vs Denon DRA-800H we can notice their similarities. Both are 2.0-channelled and have RMS of 100W at 8 Ohms. The receiver is equipped with an ESS Saber DAC, which is ready to process audio at 24 bit / 192 kHz PCM and DSD up to 5.6 MHz. For owners of turntables, a phono input is provided, for owners of other sources - a pair of optical inputs and as many coaxial ones, plus USB for flash drives and external hard drives. Also, the network receiver, which is logical, can be connected to the home network via Ethernet and Wi-Fi. From the outputs there is a connector for a subwoofer, headphones and a trigger connector.

Denon DRA-800H review

The stereo receiver has 5 HDMI input ports supporting 4K / 60 Hz resolution, the latest HDCP 2.3 protocol, as well as Dolby Vision, HLG and HDR10 video standards with extended dynamic range. The HDMI output supports ARC Audio Return Channel, which is convenient when connected to a TV. On board there is a full range of linear and digital inputs. There is a Pre Out for a pair of active subwoofers and a separate Pre Out for a second zone. Four pairs of screw terminals are used to connect speakers to the Denon DRA-800H, making it easy to organize a two-wire connection.

Yamaha R-N803BL pros & cons

Denon DRA-800H pros & cons