Onkyo TX-RZ840 vs Yamaha RX-A1060BL review

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Onkyo TX-RZ840 vs Yamaha RX-A1060BL review

Onkyo TX-RZ840
vs
Yamaha RX-A1060BL

The Onkyo TX-RZ840 vs Yamaha RX-A1060BL comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.

Amplifier

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-RZ840 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-RZ840 it is 0.08%, but for the RX-A1060BL it is 0.06%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the TX-RZ840 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. Both Onkyo TX-RZ840 and Yamaha RX-A1060BL can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

Wireless Internet access via WIFI is possible on both units. 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 number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Onkyo TX-RZ840 works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, but the Yamaha RX-A1060BL works with Deezer, TIDAL, Sirius XM, Napster.

Video features

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-RZ840 and the RX-A1060BL. Video scaling is only possible with the RX-A1060BL. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the TX-RZ840 has 7/2, and the RX-A1060BL has 8/3.Onkyo TX-RZ840 connectionsYamaha RX-A1060BL connections HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the TX-RZ840. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Onkyo TX-RZ840 has HDMI CEC. TX-RZ840 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.

Additional features

Unlike the TX-RZ840 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-RZ840 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available both models. A DTS:X surround technology is supported by devices from our comparison.

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General

Item

Onkyo TX-RZ840
Yamaha RX-A1060BL

Model

TX-RZ840
RX-A1060BL

Brand

Onkyo
Yamaha

Reviews

36
40

Amplifier

Channels

9.2
7.2

Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm

180/6
110/8

Output impedance, Ohm

6
8

Frequency response

10Hz-100KHz
10Hz-100KHz

THD in stereo, %

0.08
0.06

Audio features

Digital to analog converter (DAC)

AKM 384 KHz/32-bit
ESS 192 KHz/24-bit

Bi-amping

Pure direct (straight)

Auto speaker calibration

AccuEQ
YPAO

Speaker A/B switching

Other audio features

Advanced Music Optimizer, Theater-Dimensional, Hi-Res audio
CINEMA DSP 3D, Compressed Music Enhancer, Virtual CINEMA FRONT

Connectivity

Wi-Fi

USB

1 (USB 2.0)
1 (USB 2.0)

Bluetooth

Ethernet (RJ45)

1
1

DLNA

MHL

Streaming services

Apple Music (AirPlay)

AirPlay, AirPlay 2
AirPlay

Amazon Music

Spotify

Other streaming services

Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, TuneIn Radio
Deezer, TIDAL, Sirius XM, Napster

Extensive connection

HDMI input/output

7/2
8/3

HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)

HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)

HDMI CEC

Digital content protection (HDCP)

HDCP 2.2
HDCP 2.2

Subwoofer output (LFE)

2
2

Headphone output

1 x 6.3
1 x 6.3

Optical digital input

1
3

Coaxial digital input

1
3

Composite input

2
4

Component input/output

1/0
2/0

Phono (MM) input

Front panel connectors

HDMI, phones, setup mic
USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic, AUX

Multi channel preamp output

Video features

HDR (High Dynamic Range)

HDR10
HDR10

4K signal pass-through

4K/60Hz
4K/60Hz

8K signal pass-through

HDMI signal pass-through

3D signal pass-through

HDMI pass-through in standby mode

Video conversion

analog to HDMI
analog to HDMI

Analog to HDMI scaling

HDMI to HDMI scaling

Dolby Vision

Other video features

DeepColor, x.v.Color, HLG, BT.2020
DeepColor, x.v.Color

Additional features

Voice control

Google Assistant

App control

iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android

Display

fluorescent
colour OSD

Tuner

AM, FM
AM, FM

Sleep timer

Auto power off

ECO mode

Graphical user interface (GUI)

Setup assistant

Firmware update

network, USB
network, USB

Other additional features

IP Control
has not

Multi-room

Multi-room zones

3
2

Zone audio output

speaker, preout
speaker, preout

Zone HDMI output

Multi-room control

FlareConnect
MusicCast

RS-232

1
1

Remote control input/output (IR)

1/0
1/1

DC trigger output (12V)

1
2

Multichannel surround

Dolby Atmos

Dolby TrueHD

Dolby Surround

Dolby (other)

Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Digital Plus

DTS:X

DTS HD Master

DTS Virtual:X

DTS Neural:X

DTS (other)

DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESS
DTS-EXPRESS

Auro-3D

IMAX Enhanced

Multichannel stereo

Audio file formats

MP3

WMA

AAC

WAV

FLAC

ALAC

Other audio file formats

AIFF
AIFF

Power

Operational power consumption, W

870
450

Standby consumption, W

0.15
0.1

Removable power cord

User manual

Manual

Dimensions

Size W x H x D, cm/inches

43.5 x 20.1 x 39.8/17 x 7.8 x 15.3
43.5 x 18.2 x 43.9/17 x 7.1 x 17

Weight, kg/lbs

17/37.4
14.9/32.8

Other

Release year

2019
2016
Onkyo TX-RZ840
Yamaha RX-A1060BL
Onkyo TX-RZ840
Yamaha RX-A1060BL

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  • 8.4Onkyo TX-RZ840
  • 7.8Yamaha RX-A1060BL