Yamaha RX-A870BL VS
Onkyo TX-RZ820
Pros & Cons
Yamaha RX-A870BL
VSPros
- The device is compatible with Alexa.
- Works wonders with all 4K gadgets, plug in your XBOX, Smart TV etc. It will work wonders together.
- Amazing quality and performance.
Cons
- It is expensive, above $800 when not on sale.
- The sudden breakdowns can appear after a few months.
Onkyo TX-RZ820
VSPros
- It is convenient to download a digital version and control it via my tablet. Moreover, music selection and playback are built into the app.
- I am not an avid FM listener, but I was amazed. Despite stations were distant away, the reception was flawless.
- Also, I connected it to Apple TV without problems to watch a couple of shots.
- Network audio player pleasantly surprised me.
- Good quality of the output audio – due to various enhancement technologies (plus it
Cons
- he Onkyo privacy bothered me. It constantly popped up. ‘Not to Accept’ option didn’t help. It appeared every time when I switched a channel.
- Slightly confusing interface. It was not clear what to choose because my speakers are directly connected to the receiver and I’m not used to it.
- Some customers have issues with Samsung Bluray players (no video output).
- Issues with the HDMI signal (it cuts out with 4K sources).
Specifications
Groups
| Specification | Yamaha RX-A870BL | Onkyo TX-RZ820 |
|---|---|---|
| Connector Type | ||
| Coaxial Digital Inputs | 2 | 1 |
| Optical Digital Inputs | 2 | 2 |
| Phones | 1 | 1 |
| Av Inputs | 1 | 2 |
| Usb | 1 | 1 |
| Subwoofer Outputs | 2 | 2 |
| Coaxial Digital Outputs | has not | has not |
| Optical Digital Outputs | has not | has not |
| Hdmi Outputs | 2 | 2 |
| Hdmi Inputs | 8 | 7 |
| Media Content Source | ||
| Bluetooth | ||
| Usb-host | ||
| Network | ||
| Additional Features | ||
| Advanced Sound Retriever (asr) Technology | ||
| Three-zone Capability | ||
| Smartphone Remote Control | ||
| A-b Speaker Switch | ||
| Dual-zone Capability | ||
| Pure Direct Mode | ||
| Auto Power Off | ||
| Bi-amplifying | ||
| Audio Return Channel (arc) | ||
| Apple Air-play Support | ||
| Amplifier | ||
| Total Output Power | 700 W | 900 W |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.06 % | 0.08 % |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz | 5 Hz-100 kHz |
| Output Impedance Per Channel | 4 Ohm, 6 Ohm | 4 Ohm, 6 Ohm |
| Output Power Per Channel | 100 W, 160 W | 130 W |
| Sound Features | ||
| Audio D/a Converter | 24 bit / 192 kHz | 32bit / 192kHz |
| Digital Content Protection | HDCP 2.2 | HDCP 2.2 |
| Surround System Class | 7.2 channel | 7.2 channel |
| Surround Sound Effects | Cinema DSP | Virtual Cinema DSP |
| Audio Formats | ||
| Aac | ||
| Wma | ||
| Wav | ||
| Mp3 | ||
| Flac | ||
| Apple Lossless | ||
| Aiff | ||
| User Manual | ||
| Manual | rx-a870bl.pdf | tx-rz820.pdf |
| Built-in Decoders | ||
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Dts:x | ||
| Dolby True Hd | ||
| Dolby Surround | ||
| Dolby Digital Plus | ||
| Connectivity Interfaces | ||
| Ieee 802.3 | ||
| Wi-fi | ||
| Bluetooth | ||
| Ieee 802.3u | ||
| Functions | ||
| Network Audio Player | ||
| Internet Radio | ||
| Digital Player | ||
| Power Device | ||
| Standby Power Consumption | 0.2 W | 0.1 W |
| Operational Power Consumption | 320 W | 600 W |
| Signal Processing | ||
| Upscaling Via Hdmi | up to 4K | |
| 3d Pass-through | ||
| Video Conversion/scaling | HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion | |
| Hdmi Pass-through | up to 4K | up to 4K |
| Radio | ||
| Preset Station | 40 | 40 |
| Tuner Bands | AM/FM | AM/FM |
| Tuner Type | digital | digital |
| Clock | ||
| Sleep Timer | ||
| Built-in Clock | ||
| Built-in Display | ||
| Colour | black | black |
| Type | fluorescent | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dimensions | 15 x 17.1 x 6.8 inches | 15.6 x 17.1 x 7.9 inches |
| General | ||
| Brand | Yamaha | Onkyo |
