Yamaha RX-A3070BL review
Oct 01, 2018
The price of Yamaha RX-A3070BL is relatively high, that’s why I tested and wrote this Yamaha RX-A3070BL review in order to figure out, whether you should buy this receiver or not. It is a great...
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Onkyo TX-RZ1100 vs Yamaha RX-A3070BL review includes the comparison of output power, which TX-RZ1100 has more – 1150W versus 725W in Yamaha, as well as testing of sound and image processing technologies.
Features & Performance
The Onkyo TX-RZ1100 is a powerful receiver, thanks to a Class D amplifier that can create great sound scenes with the latest DTS:X and Dolby Atmos decoders. The TX-RZ1100 uses the sophisticated architecture of high-power amplifiers to achieve the deepest and, at the same time, pure and dynamic sound.
Yamaha RX-A3070BL has a really powerful amplifier that operates Hi-res audio up to 24-bit/192kHz and creates a large-scale and a surround sound with reduced noise levels, which significantly improves the dynamic range and clarity of sound. In this Yamaha RX-A3070BL vs Onkyo TX-RZ1100 comparison should be noticed that the receiver has a huge stock in low frequencies but also excellent detail due to support Dolby Atmos 3D sound and DTS:X.
Connections & Setup
Both receivers have the ability to receive data from most music applications via AirPlay, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth.
Onkyo TX-RZ1100 has a full-blown open circuit to enable external equipment in any 2-channel mode. The receiver can transmit sound to wireless speakers chain and due to the automatic configuration system, the connection does not take much time.
Yamaha RX-A3070BL has multiple digital and analog inputs – including MM phono and balanced XLR. All HDMIs adhere to playing all Ultra HD 4K. Also, the receiver has the function upscale to 4K, significantly improves the image quality.
Design
The RX-A3070 is the large box that comes in either black or titanium finishes, with a neat aluminum front panel. The front panel has 2 large knobs and a display. All buttons are hidden under the panel in the center. TX-RZ1100 has more buttons on the front panel, which are located to the left and right of the screen. All elements are round with a concentric pattern on top.
Onkyo TX-RZ1100 Pros & Cons
Pros:
- It has coolers to prevent overheating of components.
- The TX-RZ1100 has a new AccuReflex calibration system for multichannel and Stereo sound that is more accurate than the previous Audyssey MultEQ system.
Cons:
- The FireConnect is available only after a firmware update.
- The receiver is really heavy (43 pounds).
Yamaha RX-A3070BL Pros & Cons
Pros:
- The receiver automatically detects the device, connected via HDMI.
- The TSR-7810 did really well with movies, it was clear and crisp sound.
Cons:
- There is a delay in the streaming of music via Bluetooth.
- Auto Tuning YPAO does not work for the subwoofer, only manual setting.
Onkyo TX-RZ1100 review
Oct 01, 2018
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Product
Yamaha RX-A3070BL
Onkyo TX-RZ1100
Model
RX-A3070BL
TX-RZ1100
Brand
Yamaha
Onkyo
Rating
4.4 of 5
3.8 of 5
Reviews
38
11
Amplifier
Total output power
725 W
1150 W
Output power per channel
150 W, 165 W, 230 W
140 W
Output impedance per channel
8 Ohm
4 Ohm
Frequency response
20 Hz-20 kHz
20 Hz-20 kHz
Total harmonic distortion
0.06 %
0.08 %
Number of channels
9
9
Signal-to-noise ratio
110 dB
104 dB
Functions
Amplifier class
Digital player
Internet radio
Network audio player
Audio formats
AAC
DSD
AIFF
Apple lossless
FLAC
MP3
WAV
WMA
Built-in decoders
DTS:X
DTS-HD master audio
DTS neural:X
Dolby Atmos
Dolby digital plus
Dolby surround
Dolby true HD
Built-in display
Type
fluorescent
fluorescent
Colour
black
black
Connectivity interfaces
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi
IEEE 802.3
IEEE 802.3u
Signal processing
HDMI pass-through
up to 4K
up to 4K
Video conversion/scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion
HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion
3D pass-through
Upscaling via HDMI
up to 4K
up to 4K
Connector type
AV inputs
2
2
Optical digital inputs
3
3
Coaxial digital inputs
3
2
HDMI inputs
8
8
HDMI outputs
2
2
Optical digital outputs
has not
has not
Coaxial digital outputs
has not
has not
Subwoofer outputs
2
2
USB
1
1
Phones
1
1
Media content source
Bluetooth
Network
USB-host
Radio
Tuner type
digital
digital
Tuner bands
AM/FM
AM/FM
Preset station
40
40
Preset station qty
Additional features
A-B speaker switch
MCACC Pro
Deep color
X.v.Color
AIR Studios monitor certification
Three-zone capability
Advanced sound retriever (ASR) technology
Apple air-play support
Audio return channel (ARC)
Bi-amplifying
Auto power off
Pure direct mode
Dual-zone capability
Smartphone remote control
Sound features
Audio D/A converter
24bit / 192kHz
32bit / 192kHz
DSP preset qty
Sound output mode
Surround sound effects
CINEMA DSP. CINEMA DSP HD3. SILENT CINEMA DSP. Virtual CINEMA FRONT. Virtual Presence Speaker. Virtual Surround Back Speaker
Theater-Dimensional Virtual Surround
Surround system class
9.2 channel
9.2 channel
Digital content protection
HDCP 2.2
HDCP 2.2
Digital sound processor (DSP)
Clock
Built-in clock
Sleep timer
Power device
Operational power consumption
380 W
620 W
Standby power consumption
0.1 W
0.15 W
Dimensions
Dimensions
18.6 x 17.1 x 7.5 inches
17.8 x 17.1 x 7.9 inches
Weight
39.9 pounds
43 pounds
AV receivers HelpToChoose comparison rating
- 24.4Yamaha RX-A3070BL
- 25.1Onkyo TX-RZ1100
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