Yamaha RX-V4A vs Denon AVR-S660H

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Being able to compare Yamaha RX-V4A and Denon AVR-S660H gave us an insight into what of them would be better for home theater configuration. According to the results of our review, Yamaha RX-V4A received 6.5 points out of 10 possible, and Denon AVR-S660H was rated 6.7 points. The release date of RX-V4A is 2020, and AVR-S660H is 2021. AVR-S660H is more performable in terms of audio broadcast than the RX-V4A.

Main advantages Yamaha RX-V4A over Denon AVR-S660H

Main advantages Denon AVR-S660H 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-S660H this value is 100/6 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-S660H - 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.

Pure Direct mode feeds sound directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Only Yamaha RX-V4A 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 RX-V4A scored 9, and Denon AVR-S660H scored 7 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 RX-V4A got 5 points, but Denon AVR-S660H received 7 points.

Yamaha RX-V4A is equipped with 4/1 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Denon AVR-S660H has 6/1 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 AVR-S660H 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-V4A were rated 7 out of 10 against the 8 for the AVR-S660H.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the RX-V4A got 7 points, but the AVR-S660H has 10.

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 RX-V4A got 5 points for the multichannel surround sound and Denon AVR-S660H got 8.