Yamaha RX-V475 vs Yamaha RX-V6A review

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What is better - Yamaha RX-V475 vs Yamaha RX-V6A?

Amplifier

The number of channels for receivers is different - 5.1 versus 7.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the RX-V475 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 80/6, while the RX-V6A has a power of 100/8. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the RX-V475 it is 0.09%, but for the RX-V6A it is 0.06%. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Yamaha RX-V6A. Both Yamaha RX-V475 and Yamaha RX-V6A can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The contenders have differences in the supported services from Apple - AirPlay versus AirPlay, AirPlay 2 respectively. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the RX-V475 and the RX-V6A. Video scaling is only possible with the RX-V6A. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the RX-V6A.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the RX-V475 has 5/1, and the RX-V6A has 7/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the RX-V6A. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. The RX-V475 has support for the standard HDCP 2.2, compared to the RX-V6A, which supports the standard HDCP 2.3. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Yamaha RX-V6A. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Yamaha RX-V6A can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the RX-V6A. Only in the RX-V6A realized a DTS:X surround technology.