Denon AVR-S650H

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    Highlights

    • 5.2 Channels
    • 5.1 Channel Processing
    • 75 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
    • HDR10, Dolby Vision
    • 4K/60Hz Passthrough
    • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
    • Phono Input

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    Table of Contents
    1. Overview
    2. Pros and Cons
    3. 2019 Lineup
    4. Changes from the AVR-S640H
    5. Amplifier
    6. Speaker Configurations
    7. HDMI
    8. Room Calibration
    9. Inputs and Outputs
    10. Replaced by AVR-S660H
    11. Evaluation
    12. Specifications

    1. Overview

    Denon AVR-S650H was introduced in 2019. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 75 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 5.1 maximum channel processing. It passes 4K/60Hz video signal.

    We evaluated the a/v receiver and gave 80 overall score out of 100. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

    Amplifier
    84
    Audio Features
    64
    Video Features
    94
    Connectivity
    85
    Zones
    55
    Radio
    96
    OVERALL
    80

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

    2. Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Denon AVR-S650H.

    PROs

    •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
    •   HDR10
    •   Dolby Vision
    •   eARC
    •   New HDCP Version
    •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
    •   Wi-Fi
    •   Bluetooth
    •   Works with Amazon Alexa
    •   Google Assistant
    •   HEOS
    •   USB Input
    •   Phono Input
    •   Composite Video Inputs
    •   Ethernet
    •   Analog Tuner
    •   Pandora
    •   Spotify
    •   Tidal

    CONs

    •   Few Channels - 5.2
    •   Low Power Output - 75 W
    •   No Front Wide Channel Support
    •   5.1 Channel Processing
    •   No Dolby Atmos
    •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
    •   No DTS:X
    •   No IMAX Enhanced
    •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
    •   No DSD via HDMI
    •   No HDR10+
    •   No 8K Passthrough
    •   1 HDMI Outputs
    •   0 8K Input
    •   Few RCA Line Inputs
    •   No RCA Pre-Outs
    •   No Zones
    •   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

    •   5 HDMI Inputs

    3. Denon 2019 Lineup

    In 2019 Denon released 7 new receivers. Here is the lineup:

    Denon 2019 Lineup
    ModelChannelsPowerMax. Ch. Proc.Pre OutsImmersive AudioZones Price
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    		9.2105 W11.211.2Dolby Atmos
    DTS:X    		2
    AVR-X2600H Image cannot be found
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    		7.295 W7.1Dolby Atmos
    DTS:X    		2
    AVR-X1600H Image cannot be found
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    		7.280 W7.1Dolby Atmos
    DTS:X    		2
    AVR-X1600H DAB Image cannot be found
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    		7.280 W7.1Dolby Atmos
    DTS:X    		2
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    		7.290 W7.1Dolby Atmos
    DTS:X    		2
    AVR-S750H Image cannot be found
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    		7.275 W7.1Dolby Atmos
    DTS:X    		2
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    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Denon AVR-X3600H vs AVR-X2600H vs AVR-X1600H vs AVR-X1600H DAB vs AVR-S950H vs AVR-S750H.

    4. Changes from the AVR-S640H

    Denon AVR-S650H has replaced AVR-S640H. Here we present differences between these two models.

    UPGRADES Denon AVR-S650H vs Denon AVR-S640H
    Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
    Newer HDCP Version 2.3 vs 2.2
    Bluetooth Headphone Transmission vs

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Denon AVR-S650H vs AVR-S640H.

    5. Amplifier

    5 channel Amplifier

    Denon AVR-S650H features 5 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 75 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      AMPLIFIER
      Channels5.2
      Power Output75 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

      6. Speaker Configurations

      Denon AVR-S650H's 5 channel amplifier can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Configurations: Available configurations are:
      • 5.2 with internal amplifier.

      7. HDMI

      Denon AVR-S650H features 5 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: All inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
      • 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%.
      • HDCP 2.3 Copy Protection: All inputs and outputs are HDCP 2.3 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
      • 3D Ready: Denon AVR-S650H is able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

      HDR (High Dynamic Range)

      Denon AVR-S650H supports HDR (high dynamic range) video formats such as HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma via HDMI ports. 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)

      Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature 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

      Denon AVR-S650H supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



      VIDEO FEATURES
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.3
      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 4:4:4
      Video Signal Upscaling

      8. Room Calibration

      Denon AVR-S650H comes with Audyssey MultEQ room correction system and includes the calibration microphone.

      • Audyssey Room Calibration: Audyssey is an acoustic measurement technology which automatically restores the acoustic distortion caused by the acoustic behaviour of a room with only a push on a button. Audyssey equalization provides an clear, accurate, natural sound with voices and dialog that become focused and intelligible, restoring the musical balance. Musical instruments and sound effects become precisely localized and the surround soundstage is made seamless and enveloping.

      9. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the a/v receiver.
      • Analog Line Inputs: There are 2 line inputs for analog audio connection.
      • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 1 coaxial input are available for digital audio connection.
      • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel.

      Video

      • HDMI:
      • Inputs: 5   Outputs: 1
        8K Inputs: 0
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Inputs: 2   Outputs: 1

      Front A/V Inputs

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      TERMINALS
      HDMI Inputs5
      HDMI Outputs1
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 Front for USB memory
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs2
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs1
      RCA Line Inputs2
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs0.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs2
      Composite Video Outputs1
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs
      Component Video Outputs

      10. Replaced by AVR-S660H

      In 2021 Denon AVR-S650H was replaced by Denon AVR-S660H. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Denon AVR-S650H and its successor.

      UPGRADES Denon AVR-S660H vs Denon AVR-S650H
      HDR10+ vs
      Dynamic HDR vs
      VRR vs
      QFT vs
      Video Signal Passthrough up to 8K 50/60Hz (YCbCr 4:2:0/8-bit) and 4K 100/120Hz (RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4/8, 10-bit and YCbCr 4:2:2/12-bit) vs up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
      Video Signal Upscaling from 1080p and 4K up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 50/60Hz vs
      More HDMI Inputs 6 vs 5
      More 8K Inputs 3 vs
      Wi-Fi Standard IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac vs IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
      Newer Bluetooth Version 4․2 vs 3․0 + EDR

      For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Denon AVR-S650H vs AVR-S660H.

      11. Evaluation

      We evaluate Denon AVR-S650H and give score of 80 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 6 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.


      OVERALL
      80

      Amplifier

      GOOD
      84

      We give Denon AVR-S650H a score of 84 for Amplifier features.

      •   Few Channels - 5.2
      •   Low Power Output - 75 W

      Audio Features

      AVERAGE
      64

      We give Denon AVR-S650H a score of 64 for Audio Features features.

      •   Few Channels - 5.2
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   5.1 Channel Processing
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI

      Video Features

      EXCELLENT
      94

      We give Denon AVR-S650H a score of 94 for Video Features features.

      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   No 8K Passthrough

      Connectivity

      EXCELLENT
      85

      We give Denon AVR-S650H a score of 85 for Connectivity features.

      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   HEOS
      •   5 HDMI Inputs
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR

      Zones

      AVERAGE
      55

      We give Denon AVR-S650H a score of 55 for Zones features.

      •   No Zones

      Radio

      EXCELLENT
      96

      We give Denon AVR-S650H a score of 96 for Radio features.

      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL
      BrandDenon
      ModelAVR-S650H
      TypeA/V Receiver
      CountryUSA
      Release Year2019
      PredecessorDenon AVR-S640H
      SuccessorDenon AVR-S660H
      AMPLIFIER
      Channels5.2
      Power Output75 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
      AUDIO FEATURES
      Maximum Channel Processing5.1
      D.D.S.C. HD Digital
      Alpha Processing
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic PLII
      Dolby Digital EX
      Surround EX
      DTS:X
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo Neo:6
      DTS-HD Master Audio
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
      DTS 96/24
      DTS Express
      DTS-ES
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      Gapless Playback
      DSD via HDMI
      DSD via USB 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
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ
      Optimized Bass Redirection
      Bass Sync
      VIDEO FEATURES
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.3
      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 4:4:4
      Video Signal Upscaling
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      Component Video Upscaling
      Analog to Analog Video conversion
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth SBC
      Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Google Assistant
      Chromecast Built-In
      Apple Siri
      Works with SonoS
      HEOS
      DTS Play-Fi
      MHL Input
      AirPlay AirPlay 2
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad
      Remote App Denon 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices and Kindle Fire
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS
      HDMI Inputs5
      HDMI Outputs1
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 Front for USB memory
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs2
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs1
      RCA Line Inputs2
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs0.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs2
      Composite Video Outputs1
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs
      Component Video Outputs
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsUSB
      Speaker A/B
      Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      ZONES
      Number of Zones1
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output
      Remote (IR) Input/Output0 / 0
      MISCELLANEOUS
      On-Screen Display Hybrid Graphic User Interface
      GUI Languages3
      Web Control
      IP Control
      Control4 SDDP
      Display 1 line
      Remote ControllerRC-1226
      Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
      Denon Link HD
      Setup Assistant
      Quick Select plus / Quick Select /
      RADIO
      Analog Tuner FM/AM
      Digital Radio
      Internet Radio TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION
      Front Panelnot Metal
      Speaker Terminals5
      Large Speaker Terminals5
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      High Grade Audio Components
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER
      Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      Power Consumption340 W
      No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 29 W/39 W
      Standby Power0.1 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power off
      PHYSICAL
      Dimensions (W x H x D)434 mm x 151 mm x 339 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 215 mm x 339 mm)
      17 1/8" x 6" x 13 3/8" (with antenna: 17 1/8" x 8 1/2" x 13 3/8")
      Weight7.8 kg (17 lbs 3 oz)
      SPECIFICATIONS
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)75 W (0.08% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)100 W (0.7% THD)
      Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)150 W (10% THD)
      Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)135 W (1% THD)
      Phono Distortion0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)2.5 mV
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)98 dB
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 dB
      Phono RIAA Deviation±1 dB (20-20 kHz)
      Frequency Response (Analog In)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)
      DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
      Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
      Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 10 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Composite)
      Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX
      Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
      Bluetooth Version3․0 + EDR
      Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
      USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 A
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
      FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)
      FM Effective Sensitivity1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
      FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB
      FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%
      AM Frequency520 kHz - 1710 kHz
      AM Effective Sensitivity18 µV
      Warranty3 Years

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

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