What is better - Marantz SR7012 vs Yamaha RX-A2070?
The number of channels for receivers is different - 11.2 versus 9.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the SR7012 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 125/8, 165/6, while the RX-A2070 has a power of 140/8. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the SR7012 it is 0.05%, but for the RX-A2070 it is 0.06%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the SR7012 received the model 192 KHz/24-bit, but the RX-A2070 is equipped with ESS 192 KHz/24-bit. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Marantz SR7012 and Yamaha RX-A2070 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, AirPlay 2 versus AirPlay respectively. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Marantz SR7012 works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, but the Yamaha RX-A2070 works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, SiriusXM. The quality of 4K/60Hz signal remains unchanged when transmitting from a source to a TV or projector via HDMI for both receivers. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the SR7012 and the RX-A2070. Each of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the SR7012 has 8/3, and the RX-A2070 has 8/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the SR7012. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. The SR7012 has support for the standard HDCP 2.2, compared to the RX-A2070, which supports the standard HDCP 2.3. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.
Ability to create 3 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. For voice control in the SR7012 is used Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI, but in the RX-A2070 is used Amazon Alexa. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Marantz SR7012 and the Yamaha RX-A2070 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available both models. A DTS:X surround technology is supported by devices from our comparison.