Yamaha RX-V4A vs Denon AVR-S570BT

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Let's compare Yamaha RX-V4A versus Denon AVR-S570BT for an overview of all their pros and cons. According to the results of our review, Yamaha RX-V4A received 6.5 points out of 10 possible, and Denon AVR-S570BT was rated 5.7 points. The release date of RX-V4A is 2020, and AVR-S570BT is 2022. And as a result of the comparison, RX-V4A seems to be a better option for the role of a home theater center than AVR-S570BT.

Main advantages Yamaha RX-V4A over Denon AVR-S570BT

Main advantages Denon AVR-S570BT over Yamaha RX-V4A

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the models have rated 6 points out of 10.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. Both receivers can handle the 5.2-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 AVR-S570BT this value is 90/6 W/Ohm, and for the RX-V4A it is 80/6 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the RX-V4A 7 out of 10, and the AVR-S570BT - 6.

Bi-amping is the amplification of one speaker with two amplifiers. This amplification method has a positive effect on sound quality. Bi-amping is possible only on the RX-V4A.

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.

Speaker A/B switching allows you to change between the main and sub speaker set. Denon AVR-S570BT can work with the main and additional set of speakers - and switch between them.

Connectivity

The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is markedly different, Yamaha RX-V4A scored 9, and Denon AVR-S570BT scored 5 out of 10.

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 RX-V4A only.

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-V4A got 5 points, but Denon AVR-S570BT received 6 points.

Competitors in our review have 4/1 HDMI inputs and outputs.

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-V4A were rated 7 out of 10 against the 8 for the AVR-S570BT.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the RX-V4A got 7 points, but the AVR-S570BT has 8.

Voice control allows you to control the basic functions of the receiver through a smartphone, smart speaker or using the microphone that comes with the kit. The RX-V4A can be controlled by voice via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri.

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 5 points out of 10.