Denon AVR-X3500H vs Denon AVR-S940H

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      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.2 Channel Processing
      • 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Denon AVR-X3500H
      4. Advantage of Denon AVR-S940H
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Amplifier
      7. Speaker Configurations
      8. Immersive Audio Formats
      9. HDMI
      10. Inputs and Outputs
      11. Evaluations
      12. Specifications

      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Denon AVR-X3500H to Denon AVR-S940H to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. Both receivers have 7 channel amplifiers with Denon AVR-X3500H's being more powerful.


      Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H

      Denon AVR-X3500H was introduced in 2018. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      Denon AVR-S940H was introduced in 2018. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4 video signal.

      We evaluated Denon AVR-X3500H and Denon AVR-S940H and gave them scores of 89 and 87 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

      Denon AVR-X3500H

      Denon AVR-S940H

      Amplifier
      88
      Amplifier
      87
      Audio Features
      88
      Audio Features
      85
      Video Features
      96
      Video Features
      95
      Connectivity
      88
      Connectivity
      85
      Zones
      84
      Zones
      77
      Radio
      92
      Radio
      96
      OVERALL
      89
      OVERALL
      87

      For more details about the ranking please go to    Evaluations section.

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Denon AVR-X3500H and Denon AVR-S940H.

      PROS

      Denon AVR-X3500H

      Denon AVR-S940H

      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   HEOS
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   HEOS
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      CONS

      Denon AVR-X3500H

      Denon AVR-S940H

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Denon AVR-X3500H

      Denon AVR-S940H

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 105 W
      •   7.2 Channel Processing
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   2 Zones
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 90 W
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   2 Zones

      3. Advantage of Denon AVR-X3500H

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVR-X3500H over Denon AVR-S940H.

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      Denon AVR-X3500H vs Denon AVR-S940H
      Higher Power Output 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Bi-amp capability assignable vs
      Higher DAC Specs 384 kHz/32 Bit vs 192 kHz/32 Bit
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input vs
      Audyssey LFC vs
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT vs
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs vs
      More Advanced Auto Speaker Calibration System Audyssey MultEQ XT32 vs Audyssey MultEQ
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 vs up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite vs
      isf Certified Calibration Control vs
      More HDMI Outputs 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2) vs 2 (simultaneous)
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 2 vs 1
      More RCA Line Inputs 5 vs 4
      More RCA Pre-Outs 7.2 vs 0.2
      More Composite Video Inputs 3 vs 2
      Speaker A/B assignable vs
      Detachable Power Cord vs
      Zone 2 Outs HDMI, Pre Out vs
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output 1 vs
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 1 vs 0 / 0
      More GUI Languages 9 vs 3
      Control4 SDDP vs
      Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS vs FM/AM
      High Grade Audio Components vs
      Bigger Power Supply 600 W vs 460 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 105 W (0.08% THD) vs 90 W (0.08% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 135 W (0.7% THD) vs 125 W (0.7% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) 215 W (10% THD) vs 185 W (10% THD)

      4. Advantage of Denon AVR-S940H

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVR-S940H over Denon AVR-X3500H.

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      Denon AVR-X3500H vs Denon AVR-S940H
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 1
      More Component Video Outputs vs 1
      Pandora vs
      SiriusXM vs
      Wider AM Frequency Range 522 kHz - 1611 kHz vs 520 kHz - 1710 kHz

      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2 up to 5.1.2
        DTS:X up to 5.1.2 up to 5.1.2
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 Audyssey MultEQ
        HDR10
        Dolby Vision
        New HDCP Version2.22.2
        Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC SBC
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        HEOS
        Many HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 Front for USB memory
        Phono Input
        Composite Video Inputs32
        Component Video Inputs22
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM
        Spotify
        Tidal
      WEAKNESSES Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        No IMAX Enhanced
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No HDR10+
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Digital Radio
        Old Bluetooth Version3․0 + EDR3․0 + EDR

      6. Amplifier

      Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H

      7 channel Amplifier: Denon AVR-X3500H features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      7 channel Amplifier: Denon AVR-S940H features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.


        AMPLIFIER Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        Channels7.27.2
        Power Output105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Discrete Amplification
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction
        Bi-amp Capability assignable

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Denon AVR-X3500H's and Denon AVR-S940H's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Denon AVR-X3500H: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Denon AVR-S940H: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Denon AVR-X3500H: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Denon AVR-S940H: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Denon AVR-X3500H: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Denon AVR-S940H: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Bi-Amp: Denon AVR-X3500H is able to bi-amp up to 2 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

        8. Immersive Audio Formats

        Dolby Atmos

        Denon AVR-X3500H and Denon AVR-S940H support Dolby Atmos.

        • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Both models support Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.

        DTS:X

        Denon AVR-X3500H and Denon AVR-S940H support DTS:X.

        • DTS Neural:X: Both models feature DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
        • DTS Virtual:X: Both models feature DTS Virtual:X which bridges the gap between DTS:X codec and the reality of so many consumers' homes, allowing you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound regardless of room size, layout, or speaker configuration. If you have a limited speaker setup you will miss a full immersive potential of your entertainment system. DTS Virtual:X adds height and surround audio effect to your system without adding height speakers. It works with multiple configurations and delivers immersive sound experience out of 5.1 or even 2.1 speaker layouts.
        • DTS Dialog Control: Both models have DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.
        AUDIO DECODING Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2 up to 5.1.2
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X up to 5.1.2 up to 5.1.2
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

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        9. HDMI

        Denon AVR-X3500H comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2.

        Denon AVR-S940H comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

        • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
        • 4K Upscaling on Denon AVR-X3500H: It can upscale up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
          4K Upscaling on Denon AVR-S940H: It can upscale up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4 from HDMI sources.
        • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Denon AVR-X3500H supports analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
        • BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on both models).
        • HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection: Both receivers are HDCP 2.2 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
        • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

        HDR (High Dynamic Range)

        Both receivers support HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma. High dynamic range video has greater dynamic range than standard dynamic range (SDR) video with brighter whites and deeper blacks. The result is greater contrast and more details in dark and bright areas, better color and depth.


        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

        Denon AVR-X3500H supports Audio Return Channel (ARC) which allows the compatible TV to send audio signal to the a/v receiver through the same HDMI cable which is used to send audio and video signals to the TV. So one HDMI cable is used to transfer audio signal in both directions. New Enhanced ARC will support uncompressed audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio whereas the previous ARC could support only Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS HD, and PCM.


        Gaming Features

        Both receivers support Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.22.2
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Denon AVR-X3500H and Denon AVR-S940H with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Denon AVR-X3500H has 7.2 preamplifier outputs which allows you to connect the receiver to the external power amplifier. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the receiver to power the rest. Also, both receivers have 7 channel processing but have only 7 channel amplifiers, so they need external amplifiers connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach their maximum speaker configurations.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 5 pair of line inputs on Denon AVR-X3500H and 4 pair of line inputs on Denon AVR-S940H for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Denon AVR-X3500H and 2 optical inputs and 1 coaxial input are available on Denon AVR-S940H for digital audio connections.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • Denon AVR-X3500H
          Inputs:           8 (1 front)   Outputs: 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Denon AVR-S940H
          Inputs:           8 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (simultaneous)
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Denon AVR-X3500H
          Inputs:           3   Outputs: 0.
        • Denon AVR-S940H
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.
        • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one. resolution on Component video connectors. resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Denon AVR-X3500H
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 0.
        • Denon AVR-S940H
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Denon AVR-X3500H: HDMI, USB
        • Denon AVR-S940H: HDMI, USB

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        TERMINALS Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)2 (simultaneous)
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 Front for USB memory
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs22
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs21
        RCA Line Inputs54
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs7.20.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs32
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs22
        Component Video Outputs1

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Denon AVR-X3500H and Denon AVR-S940H and gave them scores of 89 and 87 out of 100 recpectively. We also gave separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new receiver is added to the database.


        Denon AVR-X3500H

        Denon AVR-S940H

        OVERALL
        89
        OVERALL
        87

        Amplifier

        EXCELLENT
        88
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Power Output - 105 W
        EXCELLENT
        87
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Power Output - 90 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        88
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.2 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI
        EXCELLENT
        85
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   No DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        96
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   No 8K Passthrough

        Connectivity

        EXCELLENT
        88
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   HEOS
        •   8 HDMI Inputs
        •   4 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR
        EXCELLENT
        85
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   HEOS
        •   8 HDMI Inputs
        •   2 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR

        Zones

        GOOD
        84
        •   2 Zones
        GOOD
        77
        •   2 Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        EXCELLENT
        96
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        BrandDenonDenon
        ModelAVR-X3500HAVR-S940H
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryUKUSA
        Release Year20182018
        PredecessorDenon AVR-X3400H Denon AVR-S930H
        SuccessorDenon AVR-X3600H Denon AVR-S950H
        AMPLIFIER Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        Channels7.27.2
        Power Output105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Discrete Amplification
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction
        Bi-amp Capability assignable
        AUDIO FEATURES Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineFour 300 MHz DSP cores
        DACAKMAKM
        DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit192 kHz/32 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing7.27.1
        D.D.S.C. HD Digital
        Alpha Processing
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2 up to 5.1.2
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X up to 5.1.2 up to 5.1.2
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz up to 192 kHz
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        DSD via USB 2-ch Input 2-ch Input
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter Reduction
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog Level Adjustment
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift
        Compressed Music Enhancer
        High-resolution Music Enhancer
        Audyssey Dynamic EQ
        Audyssey Dynamic Volume
        Audyssey LFC
        Audyssey Sub EQ HT
        Audyssey DSX
        Direct Mode
        Pure Direct Mode
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 Audyssey MultEQ
        Audyssey App Support
        Optimized Bass Redirection
        Bass Sync
        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.22.2
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC SBC
        Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Chromecast Built-In
        Works with SonoS
        HEOS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay 2
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad
        Remote App Denon 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices and Kindle Fire Denon 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices and Kindle Fire
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)2 (simultaneous)
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 Front for USB memory
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs22
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs21
        RCA Line Inputs54
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs7.20.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs32
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs22
        Component Video Outputs1
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsHDMI, USBHDMI, USB
        Speaker A/B assignable
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        ZONES Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        Number of Zones22
        Powered Zones 2 2
        Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Pre Out
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output1
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 10 / 0
        MISCELLANEOUS Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User Interface Advanced Graphic User Interface
        GUI Languages93
        Web Control
        IP Control
        Control4 SDDP
        Display 1 line 1 line
        Remote ControllerRC-1218RC-1228
        Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / / / /
        Denon Link HD
        Setup Assistant
        Quick Select plus / Quick Select / /
        RADIO Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio TuneIn TuneIn
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        Front Panelnot Metalnot Metal
        Speaker Terminals77
        Large Speaker Terminals77
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        High Grade Audio Components
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        Power SupplyAC 230 V, 50/60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Power Consumption600 W460 W
        No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 45 W/80 WECO On/Off: 35 W/75 W
        Standby Power0.1 W0.1 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power off
        PHYSICAL Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        Dimensions (W x H x D)434 mm x 167 mm x 391 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 237 mm x 391 mm)
        17 1/8" x 6 5/8" x 15 1/2" (with antenna: 17 1/8" x 9 3/8" x 15 1/2")        		434 mm x 167 mm x 341 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 237 mm x 341 mm)
        17 1/8" x 6 5/8" x 13 1/2" (with antenna: 17 1/8" x 9 3/8" x 13 1/2")
        Weight10.8 kg (23 lbs 13 oz)9.4 kg (20 lbs 12 oz)
        SPECIFICATIONS Denon AVR-X3500H Denon AVR-S940H
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)105 W (0.08% THD)90 W (0.08% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)135 W (0.7% THD)125 W (0.7% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)215 W (10% THD)185 W (10% THD)
        Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)180 W (1% THD)
        THD (Digital)0.008% (1 kHz, at 0 dB)
        Analog Distortion0.008% (20 Hz-20 kHz, Direct mode)
        Phono Distortion0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)2.5 mV
        Rated Lineout Level and Impedance1.2 V
        Rated Output digital2 V (at 0 dB playback)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)100 dB100 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 dB74 dB
        S/N Ratio (digital)102 dB
        Dynamic Range (digital)100 dB
        Phono RIAA Deviation±1 dB (20-20 kHz)±1 dB (20-20 kHz)
        Frequency Response (Analog In)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
        1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)        		1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
        1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 60 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Component)5 Hz to 10 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Composite)
        5 Hz to 60 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Component)
        Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/nIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version3․0 + EDR3․0 + EDR
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 AUSB2.0 5V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)
        FM Effective Sensitivity1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
        FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dBMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB
        FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%
        AM Frequency522 kHz - 1611 kHz520 kHz - 1710 kHz
        AM Effective Sensitivity18 µV18 µV
        Warranty3 Years3 Years

        * - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
        ** - 480i/576i only
        *** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
        **** - 1080p signal is not converted

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