The Onkyo PR-RZ5100 vs Yamaha RX-A1060BL comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.
The number of channels for receivers is different - 11.2 versus 7.2, respectively, for devices. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.06%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the PR-RZ5100 received the model AKM 384 KHz/32-bit, but the RX-A1060BL is equipped with ESS 192 KHz/24-bit. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. The model RX-A1060BL can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
Wireless Internet access via WIFI is possible on both units. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. Both devices can work with such Apple Music services: AirPlay. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Onkyo PR-RZ5100 works with Deezer, TIDAL, TuneIn Radio, but the Yamaha RX-A1060BL works with Deezer, TIDAL, Sirius XM, Napster.
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 PR-RZ5100 and the RX-A1060BL. 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 PR-RZ5100 has 8/2, and the RX-A1060BL has 8/3. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the PR-RZ5100 and the RX-A1060BL. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Onkyo PR-RZ5100 has HDMI CEC. PR-RZ5100 and RX-A1060BL support the standard HDCP 2.2. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.
Unlike the PR-RZ5100 where 3 Multi zones is provided, the RX-A1060BL works with 2 Multi zones. Voice control of the basic functions of the receiver is not realized in both models. There is an ECO mode in RX-A1060BL. The Onkyo PR-RZ5100 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.