Onkyo TX-NR696 vs Yamaha RX-A6A

Here we are comparing Onkyo TX-NR696 to Yamaha RX-A6A to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. The Onkyo TX-NR696 has 7 channel and the Yamaha RX-A6A has 9 channel amplifiers.

Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
Onkyo TX-NR696 was introduced in 2019. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K video signal.	Yamaha RX-A6A was introduced in 2021. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 video signal.

We evaluated Onkyo TX-NR696 and Yamaha RX-A6A and gave them scores of 88 and 94 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

For more details about the ranking please go to    Evaluations section.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-NR696 over Yamaha RX-A6A.

	Onkyo TX-NR696	vs	Yamaha RX-A6A
THX™ Certification	Select™ (previously known as Select2)	vs
DTS Virtual:X	via future firmware update	vs
Network Audio Formats	FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, MPEG-4 AAC, LPCM	vs	MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
Music Playback via USB	FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD	vs	MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB	FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD	vs	Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
Chromecast Built-In		vs
Works with SONOS		vs
DTS Play-Fi		vs
Front A/V Inputs	HDMI, Mini-Jack	vs	USB
Analog Tuner	FM/AM with RDS	vs	FM/AM
Bigger Power Supply	570 W	vs	500 W
Wider AM Frequency Range	522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz	vs	530/531 kHz to 1710/1611 kHz

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha RX-A6A over Onkyo TX-NR696.

	Onkyo TX-NR696	vs	Yamaha RX-A6A
More Channels	7.2	vs	9.2
Higher Power Output	100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	vs	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
More Channel Processing	7.1	vs	11.2
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer		vs
Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB	up to 192 kHz	vs	up to 384 kHz/32 Bit
Dialogue Lift		vs
High-resolution Music Enhancer		vs
HDR10+		vs
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)		vs
QMS		vs
Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through		vs
VRR		vs
QFT		vs
Video Signal Passthrough	up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)	vs	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
Video Signal Upscaling	1080p to 4K	vs	up to 4K 60p 4:4:4
Analog To HDMI Upconversion		vs	Component****, Composite
Works with Amazon Alexa		vs
More HDMI Outputs	2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)	vs	3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2/4)
More 8K Inputs		vs	7
More Optical Inputs	1	vs	3
More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs	1	vs	2
XLR Line Inputs		vs	1
More RCA Pre-Outs	2.2 (shared with Zone 2/Zone B)	vs	11.2
XLR Pre-outs		vs	Front L/R
More Composite Video Inputs		vs	2
More Component Video Inputs		vs	1
More Zones	2	vs	4
More Powered Zones	2	vs	Zone 2 / 3
+12V Trigger Output	0	vs	2
Remote (IR) Input/Output	0 / 0	vs	1 / 1
Napster		vs
More Speaker Terminals	7	vs	11
More Large Speaker Terminals	7	vs	11
Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA)	175 W (10% THD)	vs	250 W (10% THD)
Lower THD	0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)	vs	0.05% (AUDIO 2 etc. to Speaker Out, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 75 W, 8 Ω)
Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)	106 dB	vs	110 dB
Higher S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)	80 dB	vs	95 dB
Wi-Fi Standard	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n	vs	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Longer Warranty	2 Years	vs	3 Years

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

STRENGTHS	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
DTS:X
DSD via HDMI	2-ch/Multi-ch Input	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.	AccuEQ with subwoofer EQ and AccuReflex™	YPAO sound optimization with R.S.C., Multipoint, 3D, 64-Bit High Precision EQ Calculation, Low Frequency mode and Angle measurement
HDR10
Dolby Vision
New HDCP Version	2.3	2.3
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth	SBC, AAC	SBC, AAC
Many HDMI Inputs	7 (1 front)	7
USB Input	1 (Rear)	USB memory, Portable Audio Player
Phono Input
RCA Pre-Outs	2.2 (shared with Zone 2/Zone B)	11.2
Ethernet
Analog Tuner	FM/AM with RDS	FM/AM
Spotify
Tidal

WEAKNESSES	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
No Front Wide Channel Support
No IMAX Enhanced
No Digital Radio
No Pandora

Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
7 channel Linear Class A/B Amplifier: Onkyo TX-NR696 features 7 channel power amplifier with Linear Class A/B design. It is rated at 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.	9 channel Amplifier: Yamaha RX-A6A features 9 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

• Dynamic Audio Amplification: Onkyo TX-NR696 features Dynamic Audio Amplification which is Onkyo’s amplification philosophy that focuses on capturing the energy and dynamism contained in the audio signal and reproducing it without loss. Audio signals are not static like a test tone, but rather a countless collection of constantly moving waves. While static measurements such as S/N ratio and Total Harmonic Distortion are important, Onkyo believes that excellent dynamic and transient response is the key to emotionally involving sound. Dynamism - the “life” in music - is achieved when the amp can respond to changes in the signal instantaneously, so notes start and stop naturally and the nuances in attack, decay, sustain, and release are voiced with conviction. Onkyo home theater receivers represent the culmination of almost 70 years’ experience in amplifier design. The unique elements of their amplification system comprise high-current, low-impedance architecture to accurately control large speaker cones while enabling instantaneous response to dynamic changes, and discrete wide-range amplifier circuit topology to eliminate phase shift for clear and accurate audio imaging.
• WRAT (Wide Range Amp Technology): Onkyo TX-NR696 features Onkyo’s Wide Range Amp Technology (WRAT) circuit layout that prevents phase shifting by pushing the roll-off point higher than the listening-level frequency. Amplifying sound without phase shift creates an uncommonly well-focused and realistic audio image. If phase shift occurs and signal timing is not accurate, then neither is the resulting audio image.

THX™ Select™ (previously known as Select2) certification

Onkyo TX-NR696 is THX™ Select™ (previously known as Select2) certified. This means that it is for medium sized rooms, up to 2,000 cubic feet in size, with a 10-12 foot viewing distance from the screen.

AMPLIFIER	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
Channels	7.2	9.2
Power Output	100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Front Wide Channel Support
THX™ Certification	Select™ (previously known as Select2)
Continuous 6 Ω Rated
Certified 4 Ω Performance
Bi-amp Capability

Onkyo TX-NR696's and Yamaha RX-A6A's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

• Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
Onkyo TX-NR696: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
Yamaha RX-A6A: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
• DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
Onkyo TX-NR696: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
Yamaha RX-A6A: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
• Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
Onkyo TX-NR696: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
Yamaha RX-A6A: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
• 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are able to bi-amp up to 2 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

Dolby Atmos

Onkyo TX-NR696 and Yamaha RX-A6A support Dolby Atmos.

• Dolby Surround Upmixer: Both models support Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.
• Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Both models support Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization which is a digital signal processing solution that leverages Dolby's deep understanding of human audio perception to create the sensation of overhead sound from the listener-level speakers.

DTS:X

Onkyo TX-NR696 and Yamaha RX-A6A support DTS:X.

• DTS Neural:X: Both models feature DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
• DTS Virtual:X: Onkyo TX-NR696 supports DTS Virtual:X which bridges the gap between DTS:X codec and the reality of so many consumers' homes, allowing you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound regardless of room size, layout, or speaker configuration. If you have a limited speaker setup you will miss a full immersive potential of your entertainment system. DTS Virtual:X adds height and surround audio effect to your system without adding height speakers. It works with multiple configurations and delivers immersive sound experience out of 5.1 or even 2.1 speaker layouts.
• DTS Dialog Control: Both models have DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.

Auro-3D

Yamaha RX-A6A supports Auro-3D.

• Auro-Matic upmixer: Auro-Matic upmixer takes non Auro-3D sound and upmixes to the current speaker configuration.

AUDIO DECODING	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Digital EX
DTS:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS Virtual:X	via future firmware update
DTS Neo
DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
DTS 96/24
DTS Express
DTS-ES		Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
IMAX Enhanced
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

Onkyo TX-NR696 comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

Yamaha RX-A6A comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2/4.

• 4K/60Hz Passthrough on Onkyo TX-NR696: All inputs pass up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4) video signal.
  8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Yamaha RX-A6A: All inputs pass up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
• 4K Upscaling on Onkyo TX-NR696: It can upscale 1080p to 4K from HDMI sources.
  4K Upscaling on Yamaha RX-A6A: It can upscale up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
• Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Yamaha RX-A6A supports analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
• BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on both models).
• HDCP 2.3 Copy Protection: Both receivers are HDCP 2.3 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
• Quick Media Switching (QMS): With HDMI 2.1a, Quick Media Switching for movies and video uses the HDMI VRR mechanism to eliminate the blackout period when an HDMI Source device switches its video mode. As long as the resolution remains the same and only the frame rate changes, QMS will instantly switch between frame rates. QMS eliminates A/V blackouts by using VRR technology to change frame rates, allowing instant changes from 24Hz to 60Hz frame rate, and anywhere in-between. The viewer never sees blank screens and gets a seamless experience (available on Yamaha RX-A6A only).
• 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

HDR (High Dynamic Range)

Onkyo TX-NR696 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

Yamaha RX-A6A supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma. High dynamic range video has greater dynamic range than standard dynamic range (SDR) video with brighter whites and deeper blacks. The result is greater contrast and more details in dark and bright areas, better color and depth.

Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

Yamaha RX-A6A supports Audio Return Channel (ARC) which allows the compatible TV to send audio signal to the a/v receiver through the same HDMI cable which is used to send audio and video signals to the TV. So one HDMI cable is used to transfer audio signal in both directions. New Enhanced ARC will support uncompressed audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio whereas the previous ARC could support only Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS HD, and PCM.

Gaming Features

Yamaha RX-A6A supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.

VIDEO FEATURES	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
HDR10
HDR10+
Dynamic HDR
BT.2020 color space
Dolby Vision
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
HDBaseT Compatible
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
HDCP Version	2.3	2.3
QMS (Quick Media Switching)
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
QFT (Quick Frame transport)
3-D Ready
Video Signal Passthrough	up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
Video Signal Upscaling	1080p to 4K	up to 4K 60p 4:4:4

TERMINALS	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
HDMI Inputs	7 (1 front)	7
HDMI Outputs	2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)	3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2/4)
8K Inputs		7
USB Input	1 (Rear)	USB memory, Portable Audio Player
USB DC Out Port
Optical Inputs	1	3
Optical Outputs
Coaxial Inputs	1	2
RCA Line Inputs	5 (1 Front)	5
RCA Line Outputs
XLR Line Inputs		1
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input
RCA Pre-Outs	2.2 (shared with Zone 2/Zone B)	11.2
XLR Pre-outs		Front L/R
Composite Video Inputs		2
Composite Video Outputs
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs		1
Component Video Outputs

GENERAL	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
Brand	Onkyo	Yamaha
Series		Aventage
Model	TX-NR696	RX-A6A
Type	A/V Receiver	A/V Receiver
Country	Australia and Asia	Taiwan
Release Year	2019	2021
Predecessor	Onkyo TX-NR686	Yamaha RX-A2070
Successor	Onkyo TX-NR6100

AMPLIFIER	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
Channels	7.2	9.2
Power Output	100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Front Wide Channel Support
Amplifier Design	Linear Class A/B
Dynamic Audio Amplification
Non-Phase Shift Amplifier
WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology)
VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry)	Front L/R channels
Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
THX™ Certification	Select™ (previously known as Select2)
Continuous 6 Ω Rated
Certified 4 Ω Performance
Discrete Output Stage Circuitry
Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)
Bi-amp Capability
BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging)

AUDIO FEATURES	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine	32-bit Digital Signal Processing Engines
Surround:AI™
DAC	AKM AK4458	ESS Hyperstream DAC ES9026PRO x1 ES9007S x1
DAC Specs	384 kHz/32 Bit	384 kHz/32 Bit
Maximum Channel Processing	7.1	11.2
Air Studios Monitor Certification
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Digital EX
THX Listening Modes
DTS:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS Virtual:X	via future firmware update
DTS Neo
DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
DTS 96/24
DTS Express
DTS-ES		Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
IMAX Enhanced
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
PCM	2-ch/Multi-ch Input	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
Network Audio Formats	FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, MPEG-4 AAC, LPCM	MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
Music Playback via USB	FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD	MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network	up to 192 kHz	up to 384 kHz/32 Bit
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB	FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD	Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
Gapless Playback
DSD via HDMI	2-ch/Multi-ch Input	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
DSD via USB	2-ch Input	2-ch Input
DSD to PCM Converter
USB DAC
Jitter Reduction	PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF Audio	Ultra Low Jitter PLL
DTS Dialogue Control
Dialog Enhancement
Dialog Level Adjustment
Dialog normalization
Dialogue Lift
Tone Control	Front L/R Channels
Compressed Music Enhancer	Advanced Music Optimizer (bluetooth included)
High-resolution Music Enhancer
Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
Initial Volume & Maximum Volume Setting
THX Processing Mode
Audyssey Dynamic EQ
Audyssey Dynamic Volume
Audyssey LFC
Audyssey Sub EQ HT
Audyssey DSX
Phase-Matching Bass Boost
Direct Mode
Pure Audio Mode
Pure Direct Analog Path Mode
Straight Decoding Mode
Pure Direct Mode
CINEMA DSP		HD3
DSP Programs		24
SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP
Virtual Speakers	T-D (Theater-Dimensional)	including surround back
Independent Subwoofer Outputs

CALIBRATION	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.	AccuEQ with subwoofer EQ and AccuReflex™	YPAO sound optimization with R.S.C., Multipoint, 3D, 64-Bit High Precision EQ Calculation, Low Frequency mode and Angle measurement
YPAO Volume
PEQ for SUB		Down to 15.6 Hz

VIDEO FEATURES	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
HDR10
HDR10+
Dynamic HDR
BT.2020 color space
Dolby Vision
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
HDMI Version		2.1
HDBaseT Compatible
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
HDCP Version	2.3	2.3
QMS (Quick Media Switching)
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
QFT (Quick Frame transport)
3-D Ready
Video Signal Passthrough	up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
Video Signal Upscaling	1080p to 4K	up to 4K 60p 4:4:4
Analog To HDMI Upconversion		Component****, Composite
Component Video Upscaling
Analog to Analog Video conversion
Component Video Maximum Resolution		1080i
isf Certified Calibration Control

CONNECTIVITY	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth	SBC, AAC	SBC, AAC
Works with Amazon Alexa
Google Assistant
Chromecast Built-In
Apple Siri
Works with SonoS
DTS Play-Fi
MHL Input
MusicCast
AirPlay	AirPlay 2	AirPlay 2
Apple Product Connection	iPod, iPhone and iPad	iPod, iPhone and iPad
Remote App	Onkyo Remote App for iPod touch/iPhone and Android-Powered Devices	(iPhone® / iPad® / Android™ phone / tablet)
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue

TERMINALS	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
HDMI Inputs	7 (1 front)	7
HDMI Outputs	2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)	3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2/4)
8K Inputs		7
USB Input	1 (Rear)	USB memory, Portable Audio Player
USB DC Out Port
Optical Inputs	1	3
Optical Outputs
Coaxial Inputs	1	2
RCA Line Inputs	5 (1 Front)	5
RCA Line Outputs
XLR Line Inputs		1
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input
RCA Pre-Outs	2.2 (shared with Zone 2/Zone B)	11.2
XLR Pre-outs		Front L/R
Composite Video Inputs		2
Composite Video Outputs
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs		1
Component Video Outputs
Ethernet
Ethernet Switch
PC In
Front A/V Inputs	HDMI, Mini-Jack	USB
Speaker A/B
Headphone Out	6.3 mm (1/4")	6.3 mm (1/4")
Detachable Power Cord
uport
dockport

ZONES	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
Number of Zones	2	4
Powered Zones	2	Zone 2 / 3
Zone 2 Outs	HDMI, RCA Line Out (shared with Zone B)	HDMI, RCA Preout
Zone 3 Outs		RCA Preout
Zone 4 Outs		HDMI
Zone B Video Output		HDMI
Zone GUI
Whole House Mode
RS-232C Interface
+12V Trigger Output	0	2
Remote (IR) Input/Output	0 / 0	1 / 1
Party Mode

MISCELLANEOUS	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
On-Screen Display	Graphical Overlaid On-Screen Display (OSD) via HDMI with Quick Set-Up	Graphical User Interface
GUI Languages	9
SCENE		SCENE (8 sets)
Web Control
PreAmp Mode
Display		High-resolution LCD display
ONKYO-RI System Control
RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI)
Smart Grid-Ready

RADIO	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
Analog Tuner	FM/AM with RDS	FM/AM
Presets	40	40
Digital Radio
Internet Radio	TuneIn
Pandora
Spotify
Tidal
Deezer
Napster
SiriusXM

CONSTRUCTION	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
Solid Aluminum Front
A.R.T. Wedge
Speaker Terminals	7	11
Large Speaker Terminals	7	11
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
Gold plated RCA terminals

POWER	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
Power Supply	AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz	AC 110-120 V, 60 Hz
Independent Power Supply
H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply)	Customized Transformer
Toroidal Transformer
Power Consumption	570 W	500 W
No Sound Power	65 W
Standby Power	0.15 W	0.4 W
ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
Auto Power Standby

PHYSICAL	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
Dimensions (W x H x D)	435 mm x 173.5 mm x 379.5 mm 17-1/8" x 6-13/16" x 14-15/16"	435 mm x 192 mm x 442 mm (with antenna: 435 mm x 271 mm x 442 mm) 17-1/8" x 7-1/2" x 17-3/8" (with antenna up: 17-1/8" x 10-5/8" x 17-3/8")
Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)	534 mm x 265 mm x 468 mm 21" x 10-7/16" x 18-7/16"
Weight	10.0 kg (22.0 lbs)	18.7 kg (41.2 lbs)
Weight of Package	12.5 kg (27.6 lbs)

SPECIFICATIONS	Onkyo TX-NR696	Yamaha RX-A6A
Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)		150 W (0.06% THD)
Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)		165 W (0.9% THD)
Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)		185 W (0.9% THD)
Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA)		220 W (10% THD)
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)		200 W (0.9% THD)
Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)	175 W (10% THD)	250 W (10% THD)
Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)	165 W (1% THD)
Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)		230 W (0.9% THD, Front)
Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)	240 W
Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)	210 W
Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)	120 W
THD	0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)	0.05% (AUDIO 2 etc. to Speaker Out, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 75 W, 8 Ω)
THD (Phono)		0.04% (Phono to PRE OUT, 1 kHz, 1 V)
Damping Factor		120 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω)
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)	200 mV/47 kΩ (1 kHz, 100 W/8 Ω)	250 mV/47 kΩ unbalanced 260 mV/200 kΩ balanced (attenuator off) 520 mV/200 kΩ balanced (attenuator on)
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)	3.5 mV/47 kΩ	4.5 mV/47 kΩ
Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)		2.4 V (1 kHz, 0.5% THD) unbalanced 2.4 V (1 kHz, 0.5% THD) balanced (attenuator off) 4.8 V balanced (attenuator on)
Maximum Input Sensitivity (Phono)		45 mV (1 kHz, 0.5% THD)
Rated Preout Level and Impedance	1 V/470 Ω	1.0 V/470 Ω unbalanced 2.0 V/470 Ω balanced
Maximum Preout Level and Impedance		2.0 V unbalanced 4.0 V balanced
Rated Headphone Power Output	80 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
Phono Overload	70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)	106 dB	110 dB
S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)	80 dB	95 dB
Phono RIAA Deviation		0±0.5 dB (20 Hz - 20 kHz)
Frequency Response (Analog In)	10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)	+0/-3 dB (AUDIO 2 etc. to Front, Pure Direct, 10 Hz to 100 kHz)
Residual noise (IHF-A Network)		150 µV (Speaker Out)
Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE)		75 dB/61 dB
Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (Phono)		75 dB/60 dB
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI	2.8 MHz	2.8 MHz
DSD Sampling Rates via USB	2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 MHz	11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance		1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y) 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR) 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
Video Maximum Input		1.5 Vp-p
Ethernet Standard	10BASE-T/100BASE-TX	10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
Wi-Fi Standard	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency	5 GHz, 2.4 GHz	2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
Bluetooth Version	4․2	4․2
Bluetooth Frequency	2.4 GHz	2.4 GHz
USB Terminal	Ver. 2.0, 5 V, 1 A	USB2.0 5 V, 1 A
FM Frequency	87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz	87.5/87.50 MHz - 108.0/108.00 MHz
FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)	Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)	Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf)
FM S/N Ratio		Mono/Stereo: 69 dB/68 dB
FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)		Mono/Stereo: 0.5%/0.6%
AM Frequency	522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz	530/531 kHz to 1710/1611 kHz
Warranty	2 Years	3 Years

* - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
** - 480i/576i only
*** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
**** - 1080p signal is not converted