Yamaha RX-V479BL vs Yamaha RX-A1070BL comparison definitely makes sense.
A significant difference between the receivers in the number of channels, Yamaha RX-V479BL has 5.1 versus 7.2 for Yamaha RX-A1070BL. Regarding power, then RX-V479BL has such a W/Ohm ratio - 80/8 when RX-A1070BL has a power of 110/8. The THD is 0.09% for the RX-V479BL but 0.06% for the RX-A1070BL.
Characteristics of digital to analog converter (DAC) are different, 192 KHz/24-bit for RX-V479BL and ESS 192 KHz/24-bit for the RX-A1070BL. Only the RX-A1070BL supports Bi-amping feature. Each of the AV receivers can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
Both models have the ability to connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Apple Music service is implemented on considered devices: AirPlay. Only the RX-A1070BL supports Spotify.
Only the Yamaha RX-A1070BL has support for High dynamic range (HDR). Compared AV receivers retain the quality of 4K/60Hz signal when transmitting from a source to a TV or projector. HDMI signal transmission in standby mode is implemented in each of the devices. The RX-A1070BL can scale the input HDMI signal, unlike the RX-V479BL. Dolby Vision technology found support only on the RX-A1070BL.
The Yamaha RX-V479BL has 6/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 8/2 HDMI connectors of the Yamaha RX-A1070BL. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Unfortunately, HDMI eARC is not available on monitored devices. The Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) feature is present in most modern AV receivers and the models in our comparison are no exception. Both models support the standard HDCP 2.2. The RX-A1070BL has a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. It is also worth noting that the ECO mode is presented in each of the receivers. Both RX-V479BL and RX-A1070BL can be configured using the Setup assistant.
Only the RX-A1070BL has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the RX-A1070BL.