What is better - Yamaha RX-V377 vs Yamaha R-N303BL?
The number of channels for receivers is different - 5.1 versus 2.0, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the RX-V377 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 100/8, 135/6, while the R-N303BL has a power of 125/8. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.09%.
Competitive models use the same DAC. None of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Yamaha RX-V377 and Yamaha R-N303BL can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
Wireless Internet connection via WIFI is only possible with R-N303BL. There is a Bluetooth protocol at the R-N303BL. The R-N303BL has access to the Spotify service.
Oddly enough, the support for the HDR function is not implemented in these units. HDMI signal transmission in standby mode can provide only the RX-V377. None of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Review participants do not have the Dolby Vision feature. HDMI Audio Return Channel is only available on Yamaha RX-V377. HDMI eARC is not supported by the RX-V377 and the R-N303BL. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Yamaha RX-V377 has HDMI CEC. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Yamaha R-N303BL. Voice control of the basic functions of the receiver is not realized in both models. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Yamaha RX-V377 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
Generally no support for a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A DTS:X surround technology is not supported by devices from our comparison.