Onkyo TX-SR383 vs Yamaha CX-A5200 review

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Onkyo TX-SR383 vs Yamaha CX-A5200 – that is a question.

Amplifier

The number of channels for receivers is different - 7.2 versus 11.2, respectively, for devices. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the TX-SR383 it is 0.09%, but for the CX-A5200 it is 0.06%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the TX-SR383 received the model 192 KHz/24-bit, but the CX-A5200 is equipped with ESS SABRE PRO (ES9026) 384 KHz/32-bit. None of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. The model CX-A5200 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The CX-A5200 has access to the Spotify service. 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-SR383 and the CX-A5200. Video scaling is only possible with the CX-A5200. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the CX-A5200.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the TX-SR383 has 4/1, and the CX-A5200 has 7/3. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the TX-SR383 and the CX-A5200. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. TX-SR383 and CX-A5200 support the standard HDCP 2.2. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Yamaha CX-A5200.

Additional features

Unlike the TX-SR383 where 2 Multi zones is provided, the CX-A5200 works with 3 Multi zones. There is an ECO mode in CX-A5200. The Yamaha CX-A5200 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the CX-A5200. Only in the CX-A5200 realized a DTS:X surround technology.