The Onkyo TX-RZ830 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 - 9.2 versus 7.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the TX-RZ830 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 180/6, while the RX-A1060BL has a power of 110/8. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the TX-RZ830 it is 0.08%, but for the RX-A1060BL it is 0.06%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the TX-RZ830 received the model AK4458 384 KHz/32-bit, but the RX-A1060BL is equipped with ESS 192 KHz/24-bit. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Onkyo TX-RZ830 and Yamaha RX-A1060BL can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. 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 TX-RZ830 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 TX-RZ830 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 TX-RZ830 has 7/2, and the RX-A1060BL has 8/3. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the TX-RZ830 and the RX-A1060BL. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Onkyo TX-RZ830 has HDMI CEC. TX-RZ830 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 TX-RZ830 where 3 Multi zones is provided, the RX-A1060BL works with 2 Multi zones. There is an ECO mode in RX-A1060BL. The Onkyo TX-RZ830 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.