Yamaha RX-V6A vs Onkyo TX-8270 – that is a question.
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-V6A has such a ratio W/Ohm - 100/8, while the TX-8270 has a power of 160/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the RX-V6A it is 0.06%, but for the TX-8270 it is 0.08%. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Yamaha RX-V6A. Both Yamaha RX-V6A and Onkyo TX-8270 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
These units have the same Wi-Fi modules. 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 Yamaha RX-V6A works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, SiriusXM, Qobuz, but the Onkyo TX-8270 works with Deezer, TIDAL, TuneIn Radio. HDMI signal transmission in standby mode can provide only the RX-V6A. Video scaling is only possible with the RX-V6A. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the RX-V6A has 7/1, and the TX-8270 has 4/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the RX-V6A. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. The RX-V6A has support for the standard HDCP 2.3, compared to the TX-8270, which supports the standard HDCP 2.2. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.
Ability to create 2 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. There is an ECO mode in RX-V6A. The Yamaha RX-V6A and the Onkyo TX-8270 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the RX-V6A. Only in the RX-V6A realized a DTS:X surround technology.