Onkyo TX-RZ740 vs Yamaha RX-A2020

      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • THX™Select™ Certified
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 9.1 Channel Processing
      • 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • 4K/30Hz Passthrough
      • Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Onkyo TX-RZ740 to Yamaha RX-A2020 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. Both receivers have 9 channel amplifiers with Onkyo TX-RZ740's being less powerful.


      Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020

      Onkyo TX-RZ740 was introduced in 2019. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 100 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 and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K video signal.

      Yamaha RX-A2020 was introduced in 2012. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 9.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/30Hz and upscales HQV Vida video signal.


      We evaluated Onkyo TX-RZ740 and Yamaha RX-A2020 and gave them scores of 91 and 82 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.

      Onkyo TX-RZ740

      Yamaha RX-A2020

      Amplifier
      91
      Amplifier
      94
      Audio Features
      91
      Audio Features
      72
      Video Features
      95
      Video Features
      64
      Connectivity
      88
      Connectivity
      88
      Zones
      91
      Zones
      92
      Radio
      92
      Radio
      88
      OVERALL
      91
      OVERALL
      82

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Onkyo TX-RZ740 and Yamaha RX-A2020.

      PROS

      Onkyo TX-RZ740

      Yamaha RX-A2020

      •   THX™ Certification
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   9.1 Channel Processing
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   Multi-Channel Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora

      CONS

      Onkyo TX-RZ740

      Yamaha RX-A2020

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Onkyo TX-RZ740

      Yamaha RX-A2020

      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 100 W
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   2 HDMI Outputs

      3. Advantage of Onkyo TX-RZ740

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-RZ740 over Yamaha RX-A2020.

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      Onkyo TX-RZ740 vs Yamaha RX-A2020
      THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2) vs
      Higher DAC Specs 384 kHz/32 Bit vs 192 kHz/24 Bit
      More Channel Processing 11.2 vs 9.1
      Dolby Atmos vs
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      DTS:X vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      IMAX Enhanced vs
      Music Playback via USB FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD vs MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC
      Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB up to 192 kHz vs up to 96 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD vs WAV, FLAC
      Gapless Playback vs
      DTS Dialog Control vs
      HDR10 vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Newer HDCP Version 2.3 vs 2.2
      Video Signal Passthrough up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4) vs up to 4K
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K vs HQV Vida
      Wi-Fi vs via optional YWA-10 adapter (sold separately)
      Bluetooth SBC, AAC vs
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      Works with SONOS vs
      DTS Play-Fi via Onkyo Music Control app vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 after firmware update vs AirPlay
      More HDMI Outputs 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2) vs 2
      More RCA Pre-Outs 11.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out) vs 7.2
      Zone 2 Outs HDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out (shared with Zone B Line out) vs Component, Composite, Line Out
      Spotify vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Bigger Power Supply 750 W vs 400 W/510 VA
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 106 dB vs 100 dB

      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-A2020

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha RX-A2020 over Onkyo TX-RZ740.

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      Onkyo TX-RZ740 vs Yamaha RX-A2020
      Higher Power Output 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Dolby Pro Logic vs PLIIx
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS Neo vs Neo:6
      Dialogue Lift vs no presence speakers required
      High-resolution Music Enhancer vs
      Analog to Analog Video conversion vs (Component**, S-Video, Composite) to (Component, S-Video, Composite)
      Component Video Maximum Resolution 480i/576i vs 1080p
      More HDMI Inputs 7 (1 front) vs 8 (1 front)
      USB DC Out Port vs (USB DC output 5 V / 0.5 amp)
      More Optical Inputs 1 vs 4 (1 front)
      More Optical Outputs vs 1
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 1 vs 3
      More RCA Line Inputs 7 (1 Front) vs 9 (1 front)
      More RCA Line Outputs vs 1
      Multi-Channel Input vs 7.1
      More Composite Video Inputs 2 vs 5 (1 front)
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 2
      More S-Video Inputs vs 4
      More S-Video Outputs vs 2
      More Component Video Inputs 1 vs 4
      More Component Video Outputs vs 1
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI, Mini-Jack vs HDMI, USB, analog audio, optical, composite
      Zone 3 Outs RCA Pre/Line Out vs Component, Composite, Line Out
      +12V Trigger Output 1 (MAIN, 100 mA) vs (2)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 0 vs 2 / 2
      SiriusXM vs
      More Speaker Terminals 9 vs 11
      More Large Speaker Terminals 9 vs 11
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 100 W (0.08% THD) vs 140 W (0.06% THD)
      Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 4 Ω, Front) 220 W vs 285 W
      Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 8 Ω, Front) 130 W vs 165 W
      Lower THD 0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power) vs 0.04% (MULTI CH INPUT to Speaker Out, Pure Direct, 70 W, 8 Ω)
      Higher S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) 80 dB vs 86 dB

      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      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-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
        Channel Processing11.29.1
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. AccuEQ Advance with AccuReflex™ YPAO sound optimization (R.S.C. with Multipoint measurement)
        New HDCP Version2.32.2
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite Component****, S-Video, Composite
        Many HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        USB Input1 (Rear)iPod® / iPhone® / iPad®, USB memory, portable audio player
        Many RCA Line Inputs7 (1 Front)9 (1 front)
        Phono Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)7.2
        Composite Video Inputs25 (1 front)
        Component Video Inputs14
        Ethernet
        Zones33
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
        Pandora
      WEAKNESSES Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No HDR10+
        No eARC
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)up to 4K
        Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020

      9 channel Amplifier: Onkyo TX-RZ740 features 9 channel power amplifier. 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-A2020 features 9 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      • Dynamic Audio Amplification: Onkyo TX-RZ740 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.

      THX™ Select™ (previously known as Select2) certification

      Onkyo TX-RZ740 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-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      Channels9.29.2
      Power Output100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)140 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

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      Onkyo TX-RZ740's and Yamaha RX-A2020's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ740: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Yamaha RX-A2020: Not supported.
      • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ740: 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.
      • Yamaha RX-A2020: Not supported.
      • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ740: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Yamaha RX-A2020: 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.

      8. Immersive Audio Formats

      Dolby Atmos

      Onkyo TX-RZ740 supports Dolby Atmos.

      • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Onkyo TX-RZ740 supports 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: Onkyo TX-RZ740 supports 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-RZ740 supports DTS:X.

      • DTS Neural:X: Onkyo TX-RZ740 supports 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 Dialog Control: Onkyo TX-RZ740 supports 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.

      IMAX Enhanced

      Onkyo TX-RZ740 is IMAX Enhanced certified. To qualify for IMAX Enhanced certification, 4K HDR televisions, projectors, sound bars, a/v receivers, loudspeakers, powered subwoofers and other premium home entertainment devices must meet carefully prescribed performance requirements established by IMAX, DTS and Hollywood's leading experts.

      • What makes an IMAX Enhanced A/V receiver different from an A/V receiver with DTS:X technology? DTS:X technology is commonly found in most multi-channel A/V receivers on the market today. All IMAX Enhanced A/V receivers include DTS:X technology and deliver additional features, such as auto-sensing of IMAX Enhanced content, via IMAX Mode. IMAX Mode indicates that your A/V receiver supports fully immersive IMAX signature sound.
      AUDIO DECODING Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      Dolby Atmos
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic PLIIx
      Dolby Digital EX
      DTS:X
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo Neo:6
      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

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      9. HDMI

      Onkyo TX-RZ740 comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

      Yamaha RX-A2020 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough on Onkyo TX-RZ740: All inputs pass up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4) video signal.
        4K/30Hz Passthrough on Yamaha RX-A2020: All inputs pass up to 4K video signal.
      • 4K Upscaling on Onkyo TX-RZ740: It can upscale 1080p to 4K from HDMI and analog sources.
        1080p Upscaling on Yamaha RX-A2020: It can upscale HQV Vida from HDMI and analog sources.
      • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Both receivers support 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 Onkyo TX-RZ740 only).
      • HDCP Copy Protection: Onkyo TX-RZ740 is HDCP 2.3 and Yamaha RX-A2020 is HDCP 2.2 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
      • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

      HDR (High Dynamic Range)

      Onkyo TX-RZ740 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

      Yamaha RX-A2020 does not support HDR. 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.



      VIDEO FEATURES Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.32.2
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)up to 4K
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K HQV Vida

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Onkyo TX-RZ740 and Yamaha RX-A2020 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
      • 7.1 Multichannel Input: In case you have a high quality Blu-Ray or a DVD player with multichannel analog outputs you may connect it to a 7.1 multichannel analog inputs of Yamaha RX-A2020 and use high quality DACs of the player instead of the ones in the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: Onkyo TX-RZ740 has 11.2 and Yamaha RX-A2020 has 7.2 preamplifier outputs which allow you to connect the receivers to the external power amplifiers. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the receiver to power the rest. Also, Onkyo TX-RZ740 has 11 channel processing but has only 9 channel amplifier, so it needs external amplifier connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach its maximum speaker configuration.
      • Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 7 pair of line inputs on Onkyo TX-RZ740 and 9 pair of line inputs on Yamaha RX-A2020 for connecting sources with analog outputs. There is also 1 pair of line outputs on Yamaha RX-A2020.
      • Digital Inputs: 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Onkyo TX-RZ740 and 4 optical inputs, 1 optical output and 3 coaxial inputs are available on Yamaha RX-A2020 for digital audio connections.
      • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

      Video

      • HDMI:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ740
        Inputs:
        7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Yamaha RX-A2020
        Inputs:
        8 (1 front)   Outputs: 2
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ740
        Inputs:
        2   Outputs: 0.
      • Yamaha RX-A2020
        Inputs:
        5   Outputs: 2.
      • S-Video:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ740
        Inputs:
        0   Outputs: 0.
      • Yamaha RX-A2020
        Inputs:
        4   Outputs: 2.
      • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ740 supports up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Yamaha RX-A2020 supports up to 1080p resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ740
        Inputs:
        1   Outputs: 0.
      • Yamaha RX-A2020
        Inputs:
        4   Outputs: 1.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Onkyo TX-RZ740: HDMI, Mini-Jack
      • Yamaha RX-A2020: HDMI, USB, analog audio, optical, composite

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      TERMINALS Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)8 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)2
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 (Rear)iPod® / iPhone® / iPad®, USB memory, portable audio player
      USB DC Out Port (USB DC output 5 V / 0.5 amp)
      Optical Inputs14 (1 front)
      Optical Outputs1
      Coaxial Inputs13
      RCA Line Inputs7 (1 Front)9 (1 front)
      RCA Line Outputs1
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs11.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)7.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs25 (1 front)
      Composite Video Outputs2
      S-Video Inputs4
      S-Video Outputs2
      Component Video Inputs14
      Component Video Outputs1

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Onkyo TX-RZ740 and Yamaha RX-A2020 and gave them scores of 91 and 82 out of 100 recpectively. We also gave separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new receiver is added to the database.


      Onkyo TX-RZ740

      Yamaha RX-A2020

      OVERALL
      91
      OVERALL
      82

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 100 W
      •   THX™ Certification
      EXCELLENT
      94
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   High Power Output - 140 W

      Audio Features

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      GOOD
      72
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   9.1 Channel Processing
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI

      Video Features

      EXCELLENT
      95
      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

      Connectivity

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   No eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   No eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   No Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   Multi-Channel Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet

      Zones

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   3 Zones
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   3 Zones

      Radio

      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      BrandOnkyoYamaha
      SeriesAventage
      ModelTX-RZ740RX-A2020
      TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
      CountryNorth AmericaCanada
      Release Year20192012
      PredecessorOnkyo TX-RZ730 Yamaha RX-A2010
      SuccessorYamaha RX-A2030
      AMPLIFIER Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      Channels9.29.2
      Power Output100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Dynamic Audio Amplification
      Non-Phase Shift Amplifier
      VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) Front L/R Channels
      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-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine32-bit Digital Signal Processing Engines
      Surround:AI™
      DACAKM AK4458Burr-Brown
      DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing11.29.1
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic PLIIx
      Dolby Digital EX
      THX Listening Modes
      DTS:X
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo Neo:6
      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 FormatsFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, MPEG-4 AAC, LPCM
      Music Playback via USBFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHDMP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC
      High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz up to 96 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USBFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHDWAV, FLAC
      Gapless Playback
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD via USB 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 circuitry
      DTS Dialogue Control
      Dialog Enhancement
      Dialog Level Adjustment
      Dialog normalization
      Dialogue Lift no presence speakers required
      Tone Control All Channels
      Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Music Optimizer (bluetooth included) high-resolution
      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
      Direct Mode
      Pure Audio Mode
      Pure Direct Analog Path Mode
      Straight Decoding Mode
      Pure Direct Mode with video on mode
      CINEMA DSP 3D
      DSP Programs23
      SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP
      Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs
      CALIBRATION Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. AccuEQ Advance with AccuReflex™ YPAO sound optimization (R.S.C. with Multipoint measurement)
      YPAO Volume
      PEQ for SUBDown to 31 Hz
      VIDEO FEATURES Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.32.2
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)up to 4K
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K HQV Vida
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite Component****, S-Video, Composite
      Component Video Upscaling
      Analog to Analog Video conversion (Component**, S-Video, Composite) to (Component, S-Video, Composite)
      Component Video Maximum Resolution480i/576i1080p
      Video Parameter Adjustments
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      Wi-Fi via optional YWA-10 adapter (sold separately)
      Bluetooth SBC, AAC
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Chromecast Built-In
      Works with SonoS
      DTS Play-Fi via Onkyo Music Control app
      MHL Input
      DLNA 1.5
      MusicCast
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 after firmware update AirPlay
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad
      Remote AppOnkyo Onkyo Controller and Music Control apps (iPhone / iPad, Android™ phone / tablet, Kindle Fire™ )
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)8 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)2
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 (Rear)iPod® / iPhone® / iPad®, USB memory, portable audio player
      USB DC Out Port (USB DC output 5 V / 0.5 amp)
      Optical Inputs14 (1 front)
      Optical Outputs1
      Coaxial Inputs13
      RCA Line Inputs7 (1 Front)9 (1 front)
      RCA Line Outputs1
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs11.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)7.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs25 (1 front)
      Composite Video Outputs2
      S-Video Inputs4
      S-Video Outputs2
      Component Video Inputs14
      Component Video Outputs1
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsHDMI, Mini-JackHDMI, USB, analog audio, optical, composite
      Speaker A/B
      Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      uport
      dockport
      ZONES Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      Number of Zones33
      Powered Zones 2 and 3Zone 2 / 3
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out (shared with Zone B Line out)Component, Composite, Line Out
      Zone 3 OutsRCA Pre/Line OutComponent, Composite, Line Out
      Zone B Video Output HDMI
      Zone GUI
      Whole House Mode
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output1 (MAIN, 100 mA) (2)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 02 / 2
      Party Mode
      MISCELLANEOUS Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      On-Screen Display Graphical User Interface with Overlaid On-Screen Display (OSD) via HDMIGraphical user interface
      GUI Languages7
      SCENESCENE PLUS (12 sets)
      Web Control
      IP Control
      PreAmp Mode
      Remote Controller (Preset, learning, macro)
      ONKYO-RI System Control
      RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI)
      Smart Grid-Ready
      RADIO Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
      Presets4040
      Digital Radio
      Internet Radio TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      Solid Aluminum FrontAluminum
      A.R.T. Wedge
      Speaker Terminals911
      Large Speaker Terminals911
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Customized Transformer
      Toroidal Transformer
      Power Consumption750 W400 W/510 VA
      No Sound Power75 W
      Standby Power0.15 W0.3 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power Standby
      PHYSICAL Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 177 mm x 379.5 mm
      17-1/8" x 6-15/16" x 14-15/16"
      435 mm x 192 mm x 467 mm
      17-1/8" x 7-1/2" x 18-3/8"
      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"
      Weight10.8 kg (23.8 lbs)17.1 kg (37.7 lbs)
      Weight of Package13.5 kg (29.8 lbs)
      SPECIFICATIONS Onkyo TX-RZ740 Yamaha RX-A2020
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)100 W (0.08% THD)140 W (0.06% THD)
      Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)155 W (0.9% THD)
      Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)175 W (0.9% THD)
      Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA)220 W (10% THD)
      Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)225 W (10% THD)
      Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)220 W (0.9% THD, Front)
      Dynamic Power per Channel (2 Ω, Front)405 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)250 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)220 W285 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (6 Ω, Front)210 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)130 W165 W
      THD0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)0.04% (MULTI CH INPUT to Speaker Out, Pure Direct, 70 W, 8 Ω)
      THD (Phono)0.02% (Phono to AV OUT)
      Damping Factor150 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ3.5 mV/47 kΩ
      Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)2.4 V
      Maximum Input Sensitivity (Phono)60 mV
      Rated Preout Level and Impedance1 V/470 Ω1.0 V/1.2 kΩ
      Rated Lineout Level and Impedance200 mV/1.2 kΩ (AV OUT)
      Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance150 mV/100 Ω
      Rated Headphone Power Output85 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
      Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)106 dB100 dB
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)80 dB86 dB
      Frequency Response (Analog In)5 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)+0/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz)
      Residual noise (IHF-A Network)150 µV (Front L/R Speaker Out)
      Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE)60 dB/45 dB
      Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (Phono)60 dB/55 dB
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
      DSD Sampling Rates via USB2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 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)
      1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y and S-Video Y)
      0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
      1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
      0.286 Vp-p/75 Ω (S-Video C)
      Video Maximum Input1.5 Vp-p
      Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 100 MHz, ±3 dB (Component)
      Video S/N Ratio60 dB
      Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
      Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
      Bluetooth Version4․2
      Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
      USB TerminalVer. 2.0, 5 V, 1 AUSB2.0 5 V, 2.1 A
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.5 MHz - 107.9 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 RatioMono/Stereo: 72 dB/ 70 dB
      FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.3%/0.5%
      AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz530 MHz - 1710 MHz
      Warranty3 Years3 Years

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

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