What is better - Onkyo TX-RZ720 vs Yamaha TSR-5810?
AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the TX-RZ720 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 175/6, while the TSR-5810 has a power of 80/8, 145/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the TX-RZ720 it is 0.08%, but for the TSR-5810 it is 0.09%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the TX-RZ720 received the model VLSC 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 Onkyo TX-RZ720 and Yamaha TSR-5810 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. 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 Onkyo TX-RZ720 works with Deezer, TIDAL, TuneIn Radio, but the Yamaha TSR-5810 works with Pandora. 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 TX-RZ720 and the TSR-5810. None of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the TX-RZ720.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the TX-RZ720 has 7/2, and the TSR-5810 has 4/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the TX-RZ720 and the TSR-5810. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. TX-RZ720 and TSR-5810 support the standard HDCP 2.2. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Onkyo TX-RZ720.
Ability to create 2 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. There is an ECO mode in TSR-5810. The Onkyo TX-RZ720 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.