
It may be an entry-level model, Denon does not give the device a cheap appearance. However, the front still has a real Denon look simple, tight and neatly finished.

But, that is all to be expected when we look at the price. In addition, the device obviously weighs a lot less than its more expensive family members. If we compare this device with the AVR-X6400H that we have, we see, among other things, that there are standard loudspeaker connections instead of screw connections, that the number of connections is considerably reduced and that the connections are not gilded.

Once from the box, of course, it is obvious that we are dealing with an entry-level receiver. Furthermore, the receiver comes with the well-known set-up assistant from Denon and the well-known Intelligent ECO mode, which makes the energy consumption transparent and adaptable. So you have to do it with bluetooth, by streaming music from a phone or tablet. Streaming is one of the areas that have been saved because there is no WiFi and there are no streaming services on board. The device is equipped with five HDMI inputs with support for HDCP 2.2 (on three inputs) and support for 4K Ultra HD on 60Hz, HDR (HDR10 and HLG), ARC and HDMI CEC.

However, the receiver has support for Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. The receiver can control a 5.1 / 2-channel setup, so Dolby Atmos and DTS:X are not possible. The Denon AVR-X250BT is a 5.1 channel receiver, with a capacity of 130 watts per channel.
