Dec 20, 2019
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Onkyo TX-NR686 review
Onkyo TX-NR686 5.2.2 is compatible with multi-channel audio streams, including Dolby Atmos and DTS: X. Thanks to its powerful DSP and support for Dolby Surround and DTS Neural: X technologies, this receiver can work in 5.1 and 7.2 configurations. The installation of the speakers is facilitated by the integrated AccuEQ autocalibration system, which allows fine adjustment of the cutoff frequencies from 40 to 200 Hz. Capable of delivering up to 165 W/channel at 6 Ohm, and is compatible with the latest 4K video formats.
Denon AVR-X2500H review
Denon AVR-X2500H is equipped with Dolby Atmos / DTS: X as well as the latest video technology and 4K video interpolation. As part of the Onkyo TX-NR686 vs Denon AVR-X2500H review, it is also worth noting that the AVR-X2500H has a DTS Virtual:X decoder which a competitor does not have. An advanced HDMI section supports HDCP 2.2 on all ports. In comparison with the TX-HR686, this receiver has a power - 95 W/channel at 8 Ohm. Users can take advantage of Spotify, Amazon Music, Tidal thanks to the integrated HEOS technology, and use voice to control it via Amazon Alexa.
Onkyo TX-NR686 pros and cons
Pros
- The cooling system works fine and the device stays cool
- The outgoing audio signal is not distorted
Cons
- Automatic calibration with Audyssey MultEQ XT is not accurate enough and requires manual correction
- There are crashes when switching HDMI sources
Denon AVR-X2500H pros and cons
Pros
- It is possible to connect 2 sets of speakers and switch fast between them
- The unit can boost 5.2 configuration due to the Bi-amping feature
Cons
- The receiver doesn’t have front wide channel support
- The on-screen menu is not organized intuitively and requires getting used to
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Product
Onkyo TX-NR686
Denon AVR-X2500H
Model
TX-NR686
AVR-X2500H
Brand
Onkyo
Denon
Reviews
152
7
Amplifier
Channels
7.2
7.2
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
165/6
95/8, 125/6
Output impedance, Ohm
6
8, 6
Frequency response
10Hz-100KHz
10Hz-100KHz
THD in stereo, %
0.08
0.08
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
VLSC 384 KHz/32-bit
AK4490 384 KHz/32-bit
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
AccuEQ
Audyssey MultEQ XT
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Advanced Music Optimizer, Theater-Dimensional, Hi-Res audio
Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Compressed Audio Restorer
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
2.4/5GHz
USB
1 (USB 2.0)
1 (USB 2.0)
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
1
1
DLNA
MHL
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
AirPlay
AirPlay, AirPlay 2
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Deezer, TIDAL, TuneIn Radio
Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, SiriusXM, TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio, Sound Cloud
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
7/2
8/2
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
2/0
2/1
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
HDMI, phones, setup mic
USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
HDR10
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
DeepColor, x.v.Color
BT.2020, HLG
Additional features
Voice control
Google Assistant
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI
App control
iPhone, iPod, Android
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android, Amazon Kindle
Display
fluorescent
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
2
2
Zone audio output
speaker, preout
speaker, preout
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
Onkyo Controller app, FlareConnect
HEOS App
RS-232
0
1
Remote control input/output (IR)
0/0
1/1
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-HD, DTS-EXPRESS
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
AIFF
has not
Power
Operational power consumption, W
570
500
Standby consumption, W
0.15
0.1
Removable power cord
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
43.5 x 17.3 x 37.9/17 x 6.8 x 15.6
43.5 x 15.2 x 33/17 x 6.6 x 13.3
Weight, kg/lbs
10/22.1
9/20.7
Other
Release year
2018
2018
AV receivers CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 7.2Onkyo TX-NR686
- 8Denon AVR-X2500H
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