Yamaha R-S202BL vs Yamaha R-N303BL

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Let's compare Yamaha R-S202BL versus Yamaha R-N303BL for an overview of all their pros and cons. According to the results of our review, Yamaha R-S202BL received 4.8 points out of 10 possible, and Yamaha R-N303BL was rated 6 points. The release date of R-S202BL is 2016, and R-N303BL is 2017. And as a result of the comparison, R-N303BL seems to be a better option for the role of a home theater center than R-S202BL.

Main advantages Yamaha R-S202BL over Yamaha R-N303BL

Main advantages Yamaha R-N303BL over Yamaha R-S202BL

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the devices received different marks - 8 and 7, respectively, on a 10-point scale.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. Both receivers can handle the 2.0-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 R-S202BL this value is 140/8 W/Ohm, and for the R-N303BL it is 125/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the R-S202BL 5 out of 10, and the R-N303BL - 6.

Pure Direct mode feeds sound directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Only Yamaha R-N303BL has Pure Direct mode.

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 markedly different, Yamaha R-S202BL scored 4, and Yamaha R-N303BL scored 7 out of 10.

Wireless connection via Wi-Fi is possible on the Yamaha R-N303BL.

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

Wired internet connection via RJ45 allows receiver faster connection than wireless or even use NAS storages. Wired connection via RJ45 is possible in the R-N303BL only.

DLNA is the perfect way to use your local cloud storage to stream movies and music directly to a TV. You can use the DLNA protocol only with Yamaha R-N303BL.

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 R-S202BL got 2 points, but Yamaha R-N303BL received 4 points.

Competitors in our review have 0/0 HDMI inputs and outputs.

Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the R-N303BL 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.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the R-S202BL got 5 points, but the R-N303BL has 6.

Yamaha R-N303BL 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