Yamaha RX-V583 vs Onkyo TX-NR616 review

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Having had an opportunity to test Yamaha RX-V583 vs Onkyo TX-NR616, I’d like to share my impression here to facilitate your choice of a new AV receiver.

Amplifier

AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the RX-V583 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 80/8, 145/6, while the TX-NR616 has a power of 160/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the RX-V583 it is 0.09%, but for the TX-NR616 it is 0.08%.

Audio features

Competitive models use the same DAC. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Yamaha RX-V583 and Onkyo TX-NR616 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

Wireless Internet access via WIFI is possible on both units. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Yamaha RX-V583 works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, but the Onkyo TX-NR616 works with Last.fm, AUPEO, Simfy, vTuner. 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 RX-V583 and the TX-NR616. Each of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the RX-V583.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the RX-V583 has 4/1, and the TX-NR616 has 8/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the RX-V583 and the TX-NR616. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. The RX-V583 has support for the standard HDCP 2.3, compared to the TX-NR616, which supports the standard HDCP 2.2. Unlike most receivers, our models do not have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.

Additional features

Ability to create 2 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. There is an ECO mode in RX-V583. The Yamaha RX-V583 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the RX-V583. Only in the RX-V583 realized a DTS:X surround technology.