Yamaha RX-S602 vs Onkyo TX-NR777

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Being able to compare Yamaha RX-S602 and Onkyo TX-NR777 gave us an insight into what of them would be better for home theater configuration. According to the results of our review, Yamaha RX-S602 received 6.5 points out of 10 possible, and Onkyo TX-NR777 was rated 6.8 points. The release date of RX-S602 is 2018, and TX-NR777 is 2017. TX-NR777 is more performable in terms of audio broadcast than the RX-S602.

Main advantages Yamaha RX-S602 over Onkyo TX-NR777

Main advantages Onkyo TX-NR777 over Yamaha RX-S602

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the devices received different marks - 6 and 7, respectively, on a 10-point scale.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. The Yamaha RX-S602 supports 5.1-channels sound, but Onkyo TX-NR777 supports a 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 TX-NR777 this value is 110/8 W/Ohm, and for the RX-S602 it is 80/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the RX-S602 9 out of 10, and the TX-NR777 - 7.

Pure Direct mode feeds sound directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Only Yamaha RX-S602 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 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 RX-S602 got 6 points, but Onkyo TX-NR777 received 7 points.

Yamaha RX-S602 is equipped with 4/1 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Onkyo TX-NR777 has 7/2 HDMI inputs and outputs.

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 RX-S602 in the HDCP 2.3 version, and Onkyo TX-NR777 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-NR777 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 rivals in our comparison were rated 6 out of 10.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the RX-S602 got 8 points, but the TX-NR777 has 6.

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-S602 can be controlled by voice via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant. Only the Yamaha RX-S602 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 RX-S602 got 5 points for the multichannel surround sound and Onkyo TX-NR777 got 7.

Dolby Atmos' particularity is that this is the object-oriented sound format, that is, each audio signal object is independently sounded and connected to its spatial position. Onkyo TX-NR777 can create 3D sound due to the Dolby Atmos support.

DTS:X is an algorithm used by the processor to create sound scenes, where sounds connected directly to objects rather than channels, and to determine the optimum sound output distribution in space. Surround sound with DTS:X is available on the TX-NR777.