Yamaha RX-V385 vs Denon AVR-X540BT

RX-V385 vs AVR-X540BT comparison chart

Yamaha RX-V385 vs Denon AVR-X540BT review

Yamaha RX-V385 vs Denon AVR-X540BT

Yamaha RX-V385 review

Yamaha RX-V385

The Yamaha RX-V385 receiver is equipped with 5 amplification channels, which means it can implement the 5.1 surround acoustics circuit. The RX-V385 at 6 ohms delivers 70 W per channel that similar output power in compare with Denon AVR-X540BT. The RX-V385 implements the latest HDMI 2.1 protocol on all four inputs and one output, which allows you to support 4K / 60p 4: 4: 4 video with high dynamic range and BT.2020 color gamut. The surround decoder is set up in accordance with the acoustic characteristics of the room and based on the operation of the YPAO calibration system with an external microphone.

Denon AVR-X540BT review

Denon AVR-X540BT

Denon AVR-X540BT has a configuration of 5.2 and is equipped with five power amplifiers and equipped with HD surround decoders. The receiver has 5 HDMI 2.0 standard inputs that support HDCP 2.2 and 4K UHD signal transmission. Also, Denon AVR-X540BT's HDMI output provides signal transfer via Audio Return Channel (ARC). In comparison Yamaha RX-V385 vs Denon AVR-X540BT, the AVR-X540BT can be controlled through the Denon Remote application, which allows you to turn the AV receiver on and off, adjust the sound volume and select the signal sources.

Yamaha RX-V385 pros and cons

Pros

  • Yamaha RX-V385 can play audio from external drives with USB
  • Pre-set multiple profiles for movies and music. There is also a seven-band equalizer for fine manual tuning

Cons

  • The device overheats during operation

Denon AVR-X540BT pros and cons

Pros

  • The voices on the sound stage are distinctly different, and the bass is deep and powerful

Cons

  • Buggy firmware
  • The on-screen menu is inconvenient to operate and configure the receiver

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