What is better - Sony STR-ZA810ES vs Yamaha TSR-5810?
AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the STR-ZA810ES has such a ratio W/Ohm - 100/8, while the TSR-5810 has a power of 80/8, 145/6. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.09%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the STR-ZA810ES received the model 384 KHz/32-bit, but the TSR-5810 is equipped with Burr-Brown 192 KHz/24-bit. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Sony STR-ZA810ES and Yamaha TSR-5810 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 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 STR-ZA810ES and the TSR-5810. Video scaling is only possible with the STR-ZA810ES. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the STR-ZA810ES.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the STR-ZA810ES has 6/2, and the TSR-5810 has 4/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the STR-ZA810ES. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. STR-ZA810ES and TSR-5810 support the standard HDCP 2.2. Unlike most receivers, our models do not have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.
Ability to create 2 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. For voice control in the STR-ZA810ES is used Google Assistant, but in the TSR-5810 is used Amazon Alexa. There is an ECO mode in TSR-5810. The Sony STR-ZA810ES and the Yamaha TSR-5810 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.