Yamaha RX-V585BL VS Denon AVR-X2500H
Yamaha RX-V585BL
  • Brand - Yamaha
  • Manual - rx-v585bl.pdf
  • USB - 1
Denon AVR-X2500H
  • Brand - Denon
  • Manual - avr-x2500h.pdf
  • USB - 1

Finding a Receiver for You: Yamaha RX-V585BL vs Denon AVR-X2500H

Yamaha RX-V585BL vs Denon AVR-X2500H

Denon AVR-X2500H vs Yamaha RX-V585BL are two models manufactured in Japan, but if you compare them, you will find lots of essential differences, which can influence your choice. Even with a number of similar features, such as the same set of available audio formats, their additional features vary a lot.

Features & Performance

After testing Yamaha RX-V585BL vs Denon AVR-X2500H, I want to mention that the buyer’s choice will not be influenced by their total output power as both devices have almost the same characteristics. However, power of their amplifier is not their main advantage, as the strongest feature of both receivers is their compatibility with all modern audio formats and 4K video, as these two technical characteristics are what a buyer should usually look at first.

Both models have the same frequency response (20 Hz - 20 kHz), which equals the commonly stated human hearing range. At the same time, the Yamaha has both 6 and 8 Ohm impedance per channel options (the Denon offers only 8 Ohm, which gives its users more freedom in terms of the receiver’s compatibility with different types of speakers). Yamaha’s team managed to deliver high-quality 4K video to users of the RX-V585BL, though its HDMI inputs do not look reliable. Denon’s team produced reliable A-B speaker switch, though the receiver’s Dual-zone capability requires some rework.

Denon AVR-X2500H vs Yamaha RX-V585BL

Connections & Setup

Both receivers are capable of providing HDMI pass-through up to 4K, but the Denon loses the competition to the Yamaha in terms of video conversion & scaling, as the AVR-X2500H has only HDMI to HDMI scaling versus the RX-V585BL having both HDMI to HDMI scaling and analog to HDMI conversion. However, the Denon offers twice more HDMI inputs (8 to 4) and HDMI outputs (2 to 1) than its rival.

Design

The Denon is 3,5 pounds heavier than the Yamaha and is slightly bigger in dimensions, though this is not a critical difference. Both receivers go in black color with a fluorescent built-in display.

Pros & Cons

Yamaha RX-V585BL

VS

Pros

    • Smartphone remote control.
    • Little power consumption (0.1 W).
    • The output sound is well-balanced (due to the YPAO technology).
    • It has any parameters, so it is very versatile.

Cons

    • The UI a bit confusing.

Denon AVR-X2500H

VS

Pros

    • Amazing bass and sound even with the old speakers, so there is no need to replace them and spend money for the new ones.
    • The receiver offers an easy-going setup due to Denon ARC Setup that is called to ensure that you can tune your sound quickly and effectively.
    • The initial setup is fast and it is very precise.

Cons

    • The streaming a physical source via HEOS is rather complicated.

Specifications

Specification Yamaha RX-V585BL Denon AVR-X2500H
Connector Type
Phones 1 1
Optical Digital Inputs 1 2
Usb 1 1
Av Inputs 7 8
Subwoofer Outputs 2 2
Coaxial Digital Outputs has not has not
Optical Digital Outputs has not has not
Hdmi Outputs 1 2
Hdmi Inputs 4 8
Coaxial Digital Inputs 2 1
Additional Features
Three-zone Capability
Smartphone Remote Control
A-b Speaker Switch
Dual-zone Capability
Pure Direct Mode
Auto Power Off
Bi-amplifying
Audio Return Channel (arc)
Apple Air-play Support
Advanced Sound Retriever (asr) Technology
Functions
Network Audio Player
Internet Radio
Digital Player
Power Device
Standby Power Consumption 0.1 W 0.5 W
Operational Power Consumption 500 W
Built-in Decoders
Dts:x
Dolby True Hd
Dolby Surround
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Atmos
Connectivity Interfaces
Wi-fi
Bluetooth
Ieee 802.3u
Ieee 802.3
Audio Formats
Wma
Wav
Mp3
Flac
Apple Lossless
Aiff
Aac
Radio
Preset Station 56
Tuner Bands AM/FM AM/FM
Tuner Type digital digital
Clock
Sleep Timer
Built-in Clock
Built-in Display
Colour black black
Type fluorescent fluorescent
Signal Processing
Upscaling Via Hdmi up to 4K
3d Pass-through
Video Conversion/scaling HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion HDMI to HDMI scaling
Hdmi Pass-through up to 4K up to 4K
Amplifier
Total Harmonic Distortion 0.08 % 0.08 %
Frequency Response 20 Hz-20 kHz 20 Hz-20 kHz
Output Impedance Per Channel 6 Ohm, 6 Ohm, 8 Ohm 8 Ohm
Output Power Per Channel 80 W 95 W
Total Output Power 560 W 670 W
Sound Features
Digital Content Protection HDCP 2.2 HDCP 2.2
Surround System Class 7.2 channel 7.2 channel
Surround Sound Effects Virtual CINEMA Dolby Surround
Audio D/a Converter 32bit / 192kHz 24bit / 192kHz
Media Content Source
Usb-host
Network
Bluetooth
Dimensions
Dimensions 12.4 x 17.1 x 6.3 inches 13.3 x 17.1 x 6.6 inches
User Manual
Manual rx-v585bl.pdf avr-x2500h.pdf
General
Brand Yamaha Denon

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