Onkyo TX-NR575 VS Denon AVR-X1500H
Onkyo TX-NR575
  • Brand - Onkyo
  • Manual - tx-nr575.pdf
  • USB - 1
Denon AVR-X1500H
  • Brand - Denon
  • Manual - avr-x1500h.pdf
  • USB - 1

Choosing a home receiver: Denon AVRX1500 vs Onkyo TX-NR575

Denon AVRX1500 vs Onkyo TX-NR575

Comparing Denon AVRX1500 vs Onkyo TX-NR575, take a note that these receivers are designed for home use but with the same power to the channel - 80W, they have different impedance - 8 Ohms (Denon) versus 6 Ohms (Onkyo), which allows the receivers to work with different speakers.

Features & Performance

Denon AVR-X1500H has a 7.2-channel configuration and supports all popular surround formats. Amplifiers in the Denon AVR-X1500H are made on diskette components and provide a significant output current, which let working effectively with the most varied acoustics. Denon AVR-X1500H has a dynamic and balanced sound with comfortable sound on high frequency and powerful, focused bass.

Onkyo TX-NR575 is 7.2-channel receiver with support for decoders of object-oriented formats Dolby Atmos and DTS: X. The receiver has a rich, timbre rich, balanced and detailed sound of multi-channel soundtracks.

Onkyo TX-NR575 vs Denon AVRX1500

Connections & Setup

In Onkyo TX-NR575 vs Denon AVRX1500 review, I want to highlight that the network capabilities for listening to music in both receivers are similar - Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth.

Denon AVRX1500 is equipped with 6 HDMI and 1 HDMI-output. Also, note the presence of a built-in phono stage for the MM pickup. The receiver can be used as part of a proprietary HEOS wireless system that can be controlled via the app.

Onkyo TX-NR575 supports many streaming technologies, including Chromecast, Spotify, etc. FireConnect technology is also available. Onkyo has 6 HDMI inputs. 4K signal transmission is provided, including HDR10 and Dolby Vision. HDMI outputs support the Audio Return Channel technology. There are also 2 component and composite video, 6 analogs, 3 digital inputs that allow connecting almost all the necessary equipment.

Design

Onkyo TX-NR575 has a strict, minimalist design. The receiver is made in a large metal housing with a plastic panel. The front panel has a display with a number of keys below it, a volume control on the right, and a few additional buttons on the left.

If I compare the front panels of devices, it becomes obvious that the front panel of the AVRX1500 has already 2 knobs and fewer buttons than Onkyo. They are located to the left and right of the display. Under the display, there is also a row of buttons, USB, and HDMI.

Pros & Cons

Onkyo TX-NR575

VS

Pros

    • The sound is detailed and with a good transfer of nuances, especially in movies.
    • Support for 3D audio formats, skipping video signals of modern standards.
    • Extensive networking and multi-room equipment.
    • The GUI is well-designed – it looks good and the performance level is high. It doesn’t lag or stutter.

Cons

    • Zone 2 has certain limitations.
    • You need to connect the HDMI of DirecTV with the TV.
    • The output signal issues – sometimes you don’t get any video or audio.

Denon AVR-X1500H

VS

Pros

    • The output sound quality is high. No voice latency.
    • The sound is crystal clear and has plenty of power.
    • Build quality is great. It's a heavy unit.
    • The cooling system is great – it does not overheat after a long period of using.

Cons

    • Some users find the on-screen interface outdated. It also works quite slowly.

Specifications

Specification Onkyo TX-NR575 Denon AVR-X1500H
Signal Processing
Video Conversion/scaling HDMI to HDMI scaling
Hdmi Pass-through up to 4K up to 4K
Upscaling Via Hdmi
3d Pass-through
Connector Type
Optical Digital Outputs has not has not
Hdmi Outputs 1 1
Hdmi Inputs 6 6
Coaxial Digital Inputs 1 1
Optical Digital Inputs 2 2
Phones 1 1
Av Inputs 2 6
Usb 1 1
Subwoofer Outputs 2 2
Coaxial Digital Outputs has not has not
Radio
Tuner Type digital digital
Preset Station 40 56
Tuner Bands AM/FM AM/FM
Additional Features
Bi-amplifying
Audio Return Channel (arc)
Apple Air-play Support
Advanced Sound Retriever (asr) Technology
Three-zone Capability
Smartphone Remote Control
A-b Speaker Switch
Dual-zone Capability
Pure Direct Mode
Auto Power Off
Amplifier
Frequency Response 20 Hz-20 kHz 20 Hz-20 kHz
Output Impedance Per Channel 4 Ohm 8 Ohm
Output Power Per Channel 80 W 80 W
Total Output Power 610 W 560 W
Total Harmonic Distortion 0.08 % 0.08 %
Sound Features
Digital Content Protection HDCP 2.2 HDCP 2.2
Surround System Class 7.2 channel 7.2 channel
Surround Sound Effects Theater-Dimensional Virtual Surround Dolby Surround
Audio D/a Converter 32bit / 192kHz 24bit / 192kHz
Audio Formats
Flac
Apple Lossless
Aiff
Aac
Wma
Wav
Mp3
Built-in Decoders
Dolby True Hd
Dolby Surround
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Atmos
Dts:x
Media Content Source
Usb-host
Network
Bluetooth
Dimensions
Dimensions 14.9 x 17.1 x 6.8 inches 13.3 x 17.1 x 5.9 inches
Connectivity Interfaces
Ieee 802.3u
Ieee 802.3
Wi-fi
Bluetooth
User Manual
Manual tx-nr575.pdf avr-x1500h.pdf
Functions
Network Audio Player
Internet Radio
Digital Player
Power Device
Standby Power Consumption 0.1 W 0.5 W
Operational Power Consumption 600 W 430 W
Clock
Sleep Timer
Built-in Clock
Built-in Display
Colour black black
Type fluorescent fluorescent
General
Brand Onkyo Denon

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