Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A1080 vs Sony STR-ZA810ES – that is a question.
AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the AVENTAGE RX-A1080 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 110/8, 170/4, while the STR-ZA810ES has a power of 100/8. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the AVENTAGE RX-A1080 it is 0.06%, but for the STR-ZA810ES it is 0.09%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the AVENTAGE RX-A1080 received the model ESS SABRE 384 KHz/32-bit, but the STR-ZA810ES is equipped with 384 KHz/32-bit. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A1080 and Sony STR-ZA810ES can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The contenders have differences in the supported services from Apple - AirPlay, AirPlay 2 versus AirPlay respectively. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors.
The HDR10 function is present in each of the rivals. The quality of 4K/60Hz signal remains unchanged when transmitting from a source to a TV or projector via HDMI for both receivers. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the AVENTAGE RX-A1080 and the STR-ZA810ES. Each of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the AVENTAGE RX-A1080 has 8/3, and the STR-ZA810ES has 6/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is supported by the AVENTAGE RX-A1080 and the STR-ZA810ES. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. AVENTAGE RX-A1080 and STR-ZA810ES support the standard HDCP 2.2. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A1080.
Ability to create 2 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. For voice control in the AVENTAGE RX-A1080 is used Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, but in the STR-ZA810ES is used Google Assistant. There is an ECO mode in AVENTAGE RX-A1080. The Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A1080 and the Sony STR-ZA810ES can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available both models. A DTS:X surround technology is supported by devices from our comparison.