The Yamaha RX-V485 vs Sherwood RX-4508 comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.
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-V485 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 80/8, 145/6, while the RX-4508 has a power of 100/8. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.09%. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Yamaha RX-V485. The model RX-V485 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
Wireless Internet connection via WIFI is only possible with RX-V485. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The RX-V485 has access to the Spotify service. HDMI signal transmission in standby mode can provide only the RX-V485. Video scaling is only possible with the RX-V485. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the RX-V485. HDMI Audio Return Channel is only available on Yamaha RX-V485. HDMI eARC is only supported by the RX-V485. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Yamaha RX-V485 has HDMI CEC. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Sherwood RX-4508. There is an ECO mode in RX-V485. The Yamaha RX-V485 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.