Marantz CINEMA 40 vs Yamaha R-N800A review

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Marantz CINEMA 40
9.1
Yamaha R-N800A
6.5
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Marantz CINEMA 40 vs Yamaha R-N800A review

Marantz CINEMA 40
vs
Yamaha R-N800A

Marantz CINEMA 40 vs Yamaha R-N800A – that is a question.

Amplifier

The number of channels for receivers is different - 9.2 versus 2.1, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the CINEMA 40 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 125/8, 165/6, while the R-N800A has a power of 100/8, 120/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the CINEMA 40 it is 0.08%, but for the R-N800A it is 0.07%.

Audio features

Competitive models use the same DAC. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Marantz CINEMA 40 and Yamaha R-N800A can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

These units have the same Wi-Fi modules. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. Both devices can work with such Apple Music services: AirPlay, AirPlay 2. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. Most popular streaming services are available for our models under consideration - Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, SiriusXM, Napster, SoundCloud, Amazon Music, Amazon Music HD, MOOD:Mix. HDMI signal transmission in standby mode can provide only the CINEMA 40. Video scaling is only possible with the CINEMA 40. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the CINEMA 40. HDMI Audio Return Channel is only available on Marantz CINEMA 40. HDMI eARC is only supported by the CINEMA 40. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Marantz CINEMA 40 has HDMI CEC. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. Voice control is performed using Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI in both models. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Marantz CINEMA 40 and the Yamaha R-N800A can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the CINEMA 40. Only in the CINEMA 40 realized a DTS:X surround technology.

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Item

Marantz CINEMA 40
Yamaha R-N800A

Model

CINEMA 40
R-N800A

Brand

Marantz
Yamaha

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