What is better - Yamaha RX-V581 vs Yamaha R-N303BL?
The number of channels for receivers is different - 7.2 versus 2.0, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the RX-V581 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 115/6, 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. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Yamaha RX-V581. Both Yamaha RX-V581 and Yamaha R-N303BL can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
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-V581 works with Pandora, JUKE, but the Yamaha R-N303BL works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Sirius XM, Napster, Qobuz, JUKE.
Support for the HDR function can only boast of the RX-V581. HDMI signal transmission in standby mode can provide only the RX-V581. 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-V581. HDMI eARC is not supported by the RX-V581 and the R-N303BL. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Yamaha RX-V581 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-V581 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the RX-V581. Only in the RX-V581 realized a DTS:X surround technology.