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Audioengine N22 vs Denon PMA-900HNE
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Audioengine N22

Integrated Amplifier | 22 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Denon PMA-900HNE

Integrated Amplifier | 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Audioengine N22 vs Denon PMA-900HNE Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . Audioengine N22 is a Integrated Amplifier speaker whereas the PMA-900HNE is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Audioengine N22 and Denon PMA-900HNE first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Audioengine N22 Key Specs

  • 22 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Weight: 3.55 lbs / 1.61 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):7-1/4inch x 4-1/16inch x 7-5/8inch

Denon PMA-900HNE Key Specs

  • 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • Bluetooth v4.2
  • Weight: 18.30 lbs / 8.32 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):5-1/8inch x 17-1/8inch x 15-7/16inch

What size room are the Audioengine N22 and Denon PMA-900HNE Amplifiers good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use these amplifiers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their max power parameters:

Listening Environment Audioengine N22 Denon PMA-900HNE
Near-field Good Average
Small Room Good Good
Mid-size Room Average Average
Large Room Poor Poor
Very Large Room No way Bad

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Audioengine N22 and Denon PMA-900HNE compares and end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these amplifiers is the better choice for you.


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Reasons to choose Audioengine N22 over Denon PMA-900HNE
MSRP Price(*) 199USD vs 949USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.02% vs 0.07% Less Harmonic Distortion
Base Surface Area 201.8cm2/ 31.3inch2 vs 1709.6cm2/ 265.0inch2 takes less space in your room

Reasons to choose Denon PMA-900HNE over Audioengine N22
Handheld Remote Yes vs No Control the amplifier by the included RC
Watts into 8-ohms 50 watts vs 22 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Signal to Noise Ratio 105 dB vs 95 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Buil-in DAC Yes vs No Connect digital sources without an external DAC
Bluetooth Yes vs No Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Wi-Fi Yes vs No High quality streaming over WiFi
Total Analog Inputs 3 vs 2 More options for connecting Analog sources
PhonoInput Yes vs No Connect a turntable directly to your amp
Optical Digital Inputs 3 vs No More options for connecting Digital sources
Coaxial Digital Inputs 1 vs No More options for connecting Digital sources
USB Input Yes vs No Connect Sources via USB
Apple AirPlay Yes vs No Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay
Apple AirPlay 2 Yes vs No Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay 2
Roon Tested vs No Roon Compatibility
HEOS Yes vs No Compatible with HEOS Wireless Multi-Room Sound System
Height 131mm vs 185mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Inputs and Outputs

The input and output selections that are offered is an important factor when comparing two amplifiers. Here you can find how the I/O selections of the Audioengine N22 and Denon PMA-900HNE differs from each other.

Audioengine N22 Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
Denon PMA-900HNE Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 3
  • Phono Input
  • 3 Optical Digital Input
  • 1 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
Audioengine N22 Back View
Audioengine N22 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • 3.5mm Headphone Output
Outputs
  • Sub Preamp Outputs
  • 1/4 Headphone Output
  • Subwoofer Output
Denon PMA-900HNE Back View
Denon PMA-900HNE Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Audioengine N22?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of N22:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • Power supply with attached 6-feet DC output cord (17.5 volt/1.8 amp)
  • 6-feet AC power cord
  • Two 70-inch Speaker wires (each with tinned bare wire on both ends)
  • 38-inch RCA patch cord
  • 78-inch Stereo mini-jack cable (3.5mm stereo mini-jack connector on each end)
  • Cloth drawstring cable bag
  • Cloth drawstring power supply bag
  • Cloth drawstring amplifier bag
  • Setup guide
  • Audioengine product brochure
  • What's in the Box of Denon PMA-900HNE?

    Here are the items that come with the PMA-900HNE:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 68-inch AC power cord
  • Remote control (RC-1246)
  • Two AAA batteries
  • 2 WiFi/Bluetooth antennas
  • uick Start Guide
  • Spotify Connect Instructions
  • Heos Brochure
  • Safety Instructions
  • Notes on Radio
  • Warranty Information
  • Bluetooth/WiFi antenna note
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