The Sony STR-ZA3100ES vs Yamaha RX-A1060BL comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.
AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the STR-ZA3100ES has such a ratio W/Ohm - 70/8, 90/6, while the RX-A1060BL has a power of 110/8. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the STR-ZA3100ES it is 0.09%, but for the RX-A1060BL it is 0.06%. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Sony STR-ZA3100ES and Yamaha RX-A1060BL can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
Wireless Internet connection via WIFI is only possible with RX-A1060BL. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The RX-A1060BL has access to the Spotify service. 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 STR-ZA3100ES and the RX-A1060BL. Video scaling is only possible with the RX-A1060BL. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the STR-ZA3100ES has 6/2, and the RX-A1060BL has 8/3. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the STR-ZA3100ES. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Sony STR-ZA3100ES has HDMI CEC. STR-ZA3100ES and RX-A1060BL support the standard HDCP 2.2. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Yamaha RX-A1060BL.
Ability to create 2 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. Voice control of the basic functions of the receiver is not realized in both models. There is an ECO mode in RX-A1060BL. The Sony STR-ZA3100ES 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.