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Denon CEOL RCD-N12 vs Denon DRA-900H
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Denon CEOL RCD-N12

Stereo Receiver | 65 watts RMS into 4-ohms

Denon CEOL RCD-N12
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Denon DRA-900H

Stereo Receiver | 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Denon CEOL RCD-N12 vs Denon DRA-900H Stereo Receiver Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing CEOL RCD-N12 and DRA-900H, two Stereo Receivers by Denon. Let's have a brief look at the main features of Denon CEOL RCD-N12 and Denon DRA-900H first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Denon CEOL RCD-N12 Key Specs

  • 65 watts RMS into 4-ohms
  • Wifi
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • Bluetooth
  • Weight: 7.50 lbs / 3.40 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):4.25inch x 11.06inch x 12.63inch

Denon DRA-900H Key Specs

  • 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Wifi
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • HDMI Input (ARC)
  • Bluetooth
  • Weight: 18.30 lbs / 8.30 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):5.94inch x 17.19inch x 14.56inch

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Denon CEOL RCD-N12 and Denon DRA-900H 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 Denon CEOL RCD-N12 over Denon DRA-900H
MSRP Price(*) 699USD vs 799USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Base Surface Area 901.1cm2/ 139.7inch2 vs 1614.5cm2/ 250.2inch2 takes less space in your room
Height 108mm vs 150mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose Denon DRA-900H over Denon CEOL RCD-N12
Buil-in DAC Yes vs No Connect digital sources without an external DAC
Optical Digital Inputs 2 vs 1 More options for connecting Digital sources

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 Denon CEOL RCD-N12 and Denon DRA-900H differs from each other.

Denon CEOL RCD-N12 Inputs
  • Phono Input
  • 1 Optical Digital Input
  • 0 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
  • Ethernet Port
Denon DRA-900H Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
  • Phono Input
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 1 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
  • HDMI ARC
  • Ethernet Port
Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • Subwoofer Output
Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
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