Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 vs Onkyo TX-NR797

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Being able to compare Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 and Onkyo TX-NR797 gave us an insight into what of them would be better for home theater configuration. According to the results of our review, Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 received 7.5 points out of 10 possible, and Onkyo TX-NR797 was rated 8.5 points. The release date of AVENTAGE RX-A680 is 2018, and TX-NR797 is 2019. TX-NR797 is more performable in terms of audio broadcast than the AVENTAGE RX-A680.

Main advantages Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 over Onkyo TX-NR797

Main advantages Onkyo TX-NR797 over Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the devices received different marks - 8 and 9, respectively, on a 10-point scale.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. The Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 supports 7.2-channels sound, but Onkyo TX-NR797 supports a 9.2-channels configuration.

RMS stands for the actual power of the receiver. The higher this value, the louder the sound can be produced. The differences between the models in terms of RMS power are significant - for the AVENTAGE RX-A680 this value is 115/8 W/Ohm, and for the TX-NR797 it is 100/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

The score for audio features is 9 of 10 for both receivers.

Most receivers now come with a microphone included. It is with the help of this microphone that the auto-calibration system functions, which adjusts the sound of the receiver to the room.

Connectivity

The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is equal and was rated 8 out of 10.

Bluetooth connection is now one of the main communication protocols for the receiver's control or even music broadcasting.

Streaming services

Now music streaming services are gaining more and more popularity. They allow users to listen to millions of songs by subscription.

Extensive connections

The presence of many connectors makes the receiver more versatile. But there are also narrowly targeted models, the number of connectors which are limited to a certain area of use. And when choosing their own receiver, users need to consider exactly your goals for using the receiver. For extensive connection, Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 got 6 points, but Onkyo TX-NR797 received 8 points.

Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 is equipped with 4/1 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Onkyo TX-NR797 has 7/2 HDMI inputs and outputs.

HDMI eARC is the next step in the development of audio return channel technology, which works in conjunction with HDMI 2.1. Using eARC provides the highest sound quality for home audio systems. HDMI eARC is available only on Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680.

The HDCP encryption protocol is now mandatory for most media devices. This security technology encrypts digital signals from one product to another. HDCP content-encryption protocol is present on Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 in the HDCP 2.3 version, and Onkyo TX-NR797 has the HDCP 2.2 version.

Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the TX-NR797 has a Phono interface.

Video features

The AV receiver is the heart of the home theater. And in this case, support for all current video formats ensures the best user experience, so it is very important to consider this when choosing a device. Video features of the AVENTAGE RX-A680 were rated 7 out of 10 against the 8 for the TX-NR797.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the AVENTAGE RX-A680 got 10 points, but the TX-NR797 has 9.

Only the Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 has the ECO mode.

Multi-room

As the center of a home media system, each multichannel receiver has an additional set of terminals for connecting the second set of speakers to create additional audio space in Zone 2 or even Zone 3 where audio can have the separate source.

Multichannel surround

Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 got 7 points for the multichannel surround sound and Onkyo TX-NR797 got 8.

IMAX Enhanced is a licensing and certification program under which home theater devices deliver crisp 4K HDR pictures and powerful sound as it was designed by the IMAX engineers. The TX-NR797 licensed by IMAX.