Onkyo TX-SR393 vs Yamaha RX-V475 review
An affordable AV receiver is always a good option to consider, so Onkyo TX-SR393 vs Yamaha RX-V475 comparison definitely makes sense.
Amplifier
A significant difference between the receivers in the number of channels, Onkyo TX-SR393 has 5.2 versus 5.1 for Yamaha RX-V475. Regarding power, then TX-SR393 has such a W/Ohm ratio - 80/8, 155/6 when RX-V475 has a power of 80/6. The THD is 0.08% for the TX-SR393 but 0.09% for the RX-V475.
Audio features
Characteristics of digital to analog converter (DAC) are different, AKM 384 KHz/32-bit for TX-SR393 and Burr-Brown 192 KHz/24-bit for the RX-V475. None of the models support Bi-amping. The Yamaha RX-V475 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
Connectivity
Both models do not have WI-FI support. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. Only the RX-V475 supports Spotify. 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 TX-SR393 can scale the input HDMI signal, unlike the RX-V475. Dolby Vision technology found support only on the TX-SR393.
Extensive connections
The Onkyo TX-SR393 has 4/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 5/1 HDMI connectors of the Yamaha RX-V475.
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. Receivers do not have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. A voice control is not available. An ECO mode is only available for the RX-V475. Unfortunately, the setup assistant is not available in each of the models.
Multichannel surround
Only the TX-SR393 has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the TX-SR393.
General
Item
Model
Brand
Reviews
Amplifier
Channels
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
Output impedance, Ohm
Frequency response
THD in stereo, %
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
USB
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
DLNA
MHL
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI CEC
Digital content protection (HDCP)
Subwoofer output (LFE)
Headphone output
Optical digital input
Coaxial digital input
Composite input
Component input/output
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
4K signal pass-through
8K signal pass-through
HDMI signal pass-through
3D signal pass-through
HDMI pass-through in standby mode
Video conversion
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
Additional features
Voice control
App control
Display
Tuner
Sleep timer
Auto power off
ECO mode
Graphical user interface (GUI)
Setup assistant
Firmware update
Other additional features
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
Zone audio output
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
RS-232
Remote control input/output (IR)
DC trigger output (12V)
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
Audio file formats
MP3
WMA
AAC
WAV
FLAC
ALAC
Other audio file formats
Power
Operational power consumption, W
Standby consumption, W
Removable power cord
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
Weight, kg/lbs
Other
Release year
AV receivers SoundInspiration comparison rating
- 5.2Onkyo TX-SR393
- 5.3Yamaha RX-V475
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