Yamaha RX-A780 vs Yamaha RX-V583

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The Yamaha RX-A780 versus Yamaha RX-V583 comparison makes clear all pros and cons of AV receivers. According to the results of our review, Yamaha RX-A780 received 8.2 points out of 10 possible, and Yamaha RX-V583 was rated 7.3 points. The release date of RX-A780 is 2018, and RX-V583 is 2017. Identified advantages have shown that RX-A780 is better over RX-V583 mainly as a home theater processor.

Main advantages Yamaha RX-A780 over Yamaha RX-V583

Main advantages Yamaha RX-V583 over Yamaha RX-A780

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the models have rated 7 points out of 10.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. Both receivers can handle the 7.2-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 RX-A780 this value is 95/8 W/Ohm, and for the RX-V583 it is 80/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the RX-A780 9 out of 10, and the RX-V583 - 8.

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 RX-A780 scored 8, and Yamaha RX-V583 scored 9 out of 10.

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

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 RX-V583.

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 RX-A780 got 9 points, but Yamaha RX-V583 received 6 points.

Yamaha RX-A780 is equipped with 7/2 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Yamaha RX-V583 has 4/1 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 RX-A780.

Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the RX-A780 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 RX-A780 were rated 8 out of 10 against the 9 for the RX-V583.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the RX-A780 got 10 points, but the RX-V583 has 9.

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

For the ability to create multichannel surround sound, each of the receivers received 7 points out of 10.