Yamaha RX-A3070BL vs Marantz SR6010 comparison definitely makes sense.
A significant difference between the receivers in the number of channels, Yamaha RX-A3070BL has 9.2 versus 7.2 for Marantz SR6010. Regarding power, then RX-A3070BL has such a W/Ohm ratio - 165/8 when SR6010 has a power of 110/8, 150/6. The THD is 0.06% for the RX-A3070BL but 0.05% for the SR6010.
Characteristics of digital to analog converter (DAC) are different, ESS SABRE PRO 192 KHz/24-bit for RX-A3070BL and 192 KHz/32-bit for the SR6010. Both the RX-A3070BL and the SR6010 support Bi-amping. 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. Spotify can be used on each receiver. The RX-A3070BL can work with the audio stream from Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Sirius XM, Napster, and the SR6010 can receive a content from Pandora, SiriusXM. 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. Both rivals can scale the resolution of the incoming HDMI signal. Dolby Vision technology found support only on the RX-A3070BL.
Each receiver has 8/2 HDMI inputs/outputs. 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. These compared receivers have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.
The RX-A3070BL supports 3 Multi-room zones, versus 2 for the SR6010. It is also worth noting that the ECO mode is presented in each of the receivers. Both RX-A3070BL and SR6010 can be configured using the Setup assistant.
Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. The surround sound technology DTS:X is supported by devices under review.