Yamaha RX-V483BL vs Yamaha R-N303BL review

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What is better - Yamaha RX-V483BL vs Yamaha R-N303BL?

Amplifier

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-V483BL has such a ratio W/Ohm - 80/6, while the R-N303BL has a power of 125/8. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.09%.

Audio features

Competitive models use the same DAC. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Yamaha RX-V483BL. The model R-N303BL can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

Wireless Internet access via WIFI is possible on both units. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. Both devices can work with such Apple Music services: AirPlay. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Yamaha RX-V483BL works with Deezer, TIDAL, JUKE, Qobuz, but the Yamaha R-N303BL works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Sirius XM, Napster, Qobuz, JUKE. HDMI signal transmission in standby mode can provide only the RX-V483BL. Video scaling is only possible with the RX-V483BL. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the RX-V483BL. HDMI Audio Return Channel is only available on Yamaha RX-V483BL. HDMI eARC is not supported by the RX-V483BL and the R-N303BL. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Yamaha RX-V483BL 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. None of these units can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

Generally no support for a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A DTS:X surround technology is not supported by devices from our comparison.