Sony STR-AZ5000ES vs Yamaha RX-A1010

      Sony STR-AZ5000ES

      Yamaha RX-A1010
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      Highlights

      • 11.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough, 8K Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet

      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Sony STR-AZ5000ES
      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-A1010
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Amplifier
      7. Speaker Configurations
      8. Immersive Audio Formats
      9. HDMI
      10. Inputs and Outputs
      11. Evaluations
      12. Specifications

      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Sony STR-AZ5000ES to Yamaha RX-A1010 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 Sony STR-AZ5000ES has 11 channel and the Yamaha RX-A1010 has 7 channel amplifiers with Sony STR-AZ5000ES's being more powerful.


      Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010

      Sony STR-AZ5000ES was introduced in 2023. It is equipped with 11 channel amplifier with 120 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 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      Yamaha RX-A1010 was introduced in 2011. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 1080/60p and upscales up to 1080p * video signal.

      We evaluated Sony STR-AZ5000ES and Yamaha RX-A1010 and gave them scores of 92 and 77 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.

      Sony STR-AZ5000ES

      Yamaha RX-A1010

      Amplifier
      91
      Amplifier
      90
      Audio Features
      91
      Audio Features
      69
      Video Features
      99
      Video Features
      55
      Connectivity
      88
      Connectivity
      87
      Zones
      93
      Zones
      84
      Radio
      86
      Radio
      83
      OVERALL
      92
      OVERALL
      77

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Sony STR-AZ5000ES and Yamaha RX-A1010.

      PROS

      Sony STR-AZ5000ES

      Yamaha RX-A1010

      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 120 W
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   360 Reality Audio
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   8K Upscaling
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Bluetooth 5․0
      •   High Power Output - 110 W
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Bluetooth
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   Multi-Channel Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner

      CONS

      Sony STR-AZ5000ES

      Yamaha RX-A1010

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   No Phono 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 Wi-Fi
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal


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

      AVERAGE

      Sony STR-AZ5000ES

      Yamaha RX-A1010

      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   2 Zones

      3. Advantage of Sony STR-AZ5000ES

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony STR-AZ5000ES over Yamaha RX-A1010.

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      Sony STR-AZ5000ES vs Yamaha RX-A1010
      More Channels 11.2 vs 7.2
      Higher Power Output 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Higher DAC Specs 192 kHz/32 Bit vs 192 kHz/24 Bit
      More Channel Processing 11.2 vs 7.1
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 vs
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      DTS:X up to 7.1.4 vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      IMAX Enhanced vs
      Music Playback via USB FLAC, AIFF, WAV, DSD, ALAC, MP3, WMA, AAC vs MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC
      Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB 192 kHz/24 bit vs up to 96 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB FLAC, AIFF, WAV, DSD, ALAC vs WAV, FLAC
      High-resolution Music Enhancer DSEE Ultimate vs
      HDR10 vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
      Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through vs
      VRR vs
      Video Signal Passthrough up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 vs up to 1080p
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 vs up to 1080p *
      Wi-Fi vs
      Bluetooth SBC, AAC, LDAC vs via optional YBA-10 adapter (sold separately)
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      Works with SONOS vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs
      More HDMI Outputs 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2) vs 2
      More 8K Inputs 4 vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 11.2 vs 7.2
      More Zones 3 vs 2
      More Powered Zones 2 and 3 vs Zone 2
      Zone 2 Outs HDMI, Composite video, Pre Out vs Component, S-Video, Composite, Pre Out
      +12V Trigger Output 3 vs 2
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 2 vs 1 / 1
      Pandora vs
      Spotify vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      More Speaker Terminals 11 vs 9
      More Large Speaker Terminals 11 vs 9
      Bigger Power Supply 500 W vs 490 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 120 W (0.09% THD) vs 110 W (0.06% THD)
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC) 130 W (0.9% THD) vs 120 W (0.9% THD)
      Longer Warranty 5 Years vs 3 years
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      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-A1010

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha RX-A1010 over Sony STR-AZ5000ES.

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      Sony STR-AZ5000ES vs Yamaha RX-A1010
      Dolby Pro Logic vs PLIIx
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS Neo vs Neo:6
      DTS Express vs
      More HDMI Inputs 7 (1 front) vs 8 (1 front)
      More Optical Inputs 2 vs 4 (1 front)
      More Optical Outputs vs 1
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 1 vs 3
      More RCA Line Inputs 4 vs 9 (1 front)
      More RCA Line Outputs vs 1
      Phono Input vs
      Multi-Channel Input vs 7.1
      More Composite Video Inputs 2 vs 5 (1 front)
      More Composite Video Outputs 1 vs 2
      More S-Video Inputs vs 5 (1 front)
      More S-Video Outputs vs 2
      More Component Video Inputs vs 4
      More Component Video Outputs vs 1
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI, USB vs HDMI, USB, Analog Audio, Optical, Composite and S-video
      Headphone Out vs 6.3 mm (1/4")
      Analog Tuner FM vs FM/AM
      More Presets 30 vs 40
      SiriusXM vs
      Lower THD 0.09% vs 0.04% (MULTI CH INPUT to Speaker Out, Pure Direct, 70 W, 8 Ω)

      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 Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        High Power Output120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. D.C.A.C. IX YPAO sound optimization (Multipoint measurement)
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Composite Component****, S-Video, Composite
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC, LDAC via optional YBA-10 adapter (sold separately)
        Many HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        USB Input1 Front for USB memoryiPod/iPhone, USB Memory, Portable Audio Player
        RCA Pre-Outs11.27.2
        Composite Video Inputs25 (1 front)
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM FM/AM
      WEAKNESSES Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No HDR10+
        Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010

      11 channel Amplifier: Sony STR-AZ5000ES features 11 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      7 channel Amplifier: Yamaha RX-A1010 features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.


        AMPLIFIER Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        Channels11.27.2
        Power Output120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Sony STR-AZ5000ES's and Yamaha RX-A1010's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Sony STR-AZ5000ES: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
        • Yamaha RX-A1010: Not supported.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Sony STR-AZ5000ES: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
        • Yamaha RX-A1010: Not supported.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Sony STR-AZ5000ES: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Yamaha RX-A1010: 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

        Sony STR-AZ5000ES supports Dolby Atmos.

        • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Sony STR-AZ5000ES 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: Sony STR-AZ5000ES 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

        Sony STR-AZ5000ES supports DTS:X.

        • DTS Neural:X: Sony STR-AZ5000ES 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 Virtual:X: Sony STR-AZ5000ES 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.

        IMAX Enhanced

        Sony STR-AZ5000ES 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 Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLIIx
        Dolby Digital EX
        DTS:X up to 7.1.4
        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 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

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        9. HDMI

        Sony STR-AZ5000ES comes with 4 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support and 3 inputs with 4K support. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

        Yamaha RX-A1010 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

        • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Sony STR-AZ5000ES: 4 out of 7 inputs pass up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 and the rest of the inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
          1080/60p Passthrough on Yamaha RX-A1010: All inputs pass up to 1080p video signal.
        • 8K Upscaling on Sony STR-AZ5000ES: It can upscale up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
          1080p Upscaling on Yamaha RX-A1010: It can upscale up to 1080p * 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 Sony STR-AZ5000ES only).
        • HDCP 2.3 Copy Protection: Sony STR-AZ5000ES is HDCP 2.3 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)

        Sony STR-AZ5000ES supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

        Yamaha RX-A1010 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.


        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

        Sony STR-AZ5000ES 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

        Sony STR-AZ5000ES supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



        VIDEO FEATURES Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 1080p
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 up to 1080p *

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Yamaha RX-A1010 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-A1010 and use high quality DACs of the player instead of the ones in the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Sony STR-AZ5000ES has 11.2 and Yamaha RX-A1010 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.
        • Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 4 pair of line inputs on Sony STR-AZ5000ES and 9 pair of line inputs on Yamaha RX-A1010 for connecting sources with analog outputs. There is also 1 pair of line outputs on Yamaha RX-A1010.
        • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 1 coaxial input are available on Sony STR-AZ5000ES and 4 optical inputs, 1 optical output and 3 coaxial inputs are available on Yamaha RX-A1010 for digital audio connections.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") output jack on Yamaha RX-A1010 for headphones.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • Sony STR-AZ5000ES
          Inputs:           7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
          8K Inputs: 4.
        • Yamaha RX-A1010
          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.
        • Sony STR-AZ5000ES
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.
        • Yamaha RX-A1010
          Inputs:           5   Outputs: 2.
        • S-Video:
        • Sony STR-AZ5000ES
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-A1010
          Inputs:           5   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. resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Yamaha RX-A1010 supports up to 1080i resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Sony STR-AZ5000ES
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-A1010
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 1.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Sony STR-AZ5000ES: HDMI, USB
        • Yamaha RX-A1010: HDMI, USB, Analog Audio, Optical, Composite and S-video

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        TERMINALS Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)2
        8K Inputs4
        USB Input1 Front for USB memoryiPod/iPhone, USB Memory, Portable Audio Player
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs24 (1 front)
        Optical Outputs1
        Coaxial Inputs13
        RCA Line Inputs49 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs1
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input 7.1
        RCA Pre-Outs11.27.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs25 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs12
        S-Video Inputs5 (1 front)
        S-Video Outputs2
        Component Video Inputs4
        Component Video Outputs1

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Sony STR-AZ5000ES and Yamaha RX-A1010 and gave them scores of 92 and 77 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.


        Sony STR-AZ5000ES

        Yamaha RX-A1010

        OVERALL
        92
        OVERALL
        77

        Amplifier

        EXCELLENT
        91
        •   Many Channels - 11.2
        •   High Power Output - 120 W
        EXCELLENT
        90
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   High Power Output - 110 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        91
        •   Many Channels - 11.2
        •   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
        •   360 Reality Audio
        •   DSD via HDMI
        AVERAGE
        69
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 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
        99
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   HDMI 2.1
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   VRR
        •   8K Passthrough
        •   8K Upscaling
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        AVERAGE
        55
        •   No HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   No Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

        Connectivity

        EXCELLENT
        88
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   Chromecast Built-In
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   3 HDMI Outputs
        •   4 8K Inputs
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 5․0
        EXCELLENT
        87
        •   No eARC
        •   No Wi-Fi
        •   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
        93
        •   3 Zones
        GOOD
        84
        •   2 Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        86
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        GOOD
        83
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   No Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        BrandSonyYamaha
        SeriesESAventage
        ModelSTR-AZ5000ESRX-A1010
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryUSAChina
        Release Year20232011
        PredecessorSony STR-ZA5000ES Yamaha RX-A1000
        SuccessorYamaha RX-A1020
        AMPLIFIER Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        Channels11.27.2
        Power Output120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability
        AUDIO FEATURES Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        Surround:AI™
        DACBurr-Brown
        DAC Specs192 kHz/32 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing11.27.1
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLIIx
        Dolby Digital EX
        DTS:X up to 7.1.4
        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 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        360 Reality Audio
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Network Audio FormatsFLAC, AIFF, WAV, DSD, ALAC, MP3, WMA, AAC
        Music Playback via USBFLAC, AIFF, WAV, DSD, ALAC, MP3, WMA, AACMP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network 192 kHz/24 bit up to 96 kHz
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBFLAC, AIFF, WAV, DSD, ALACWAV, 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
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Level Adjustment
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift Center Speaker Lift Up
        In-Ceiling Speaker Mode
        Tone Control All Channels
        Compressed Music Enhancer
        High-resolution Music Enhancer DSEE Ultimate
        Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
        Initial Volume & Maximum Volume Setting
        Audyssey Dynamic EQ
        Audyssey Dynamic Volume
        Audyssey LFC
        Audyssey Sub EQ HT
        Audyssey DSX
        Direct Mode
        Straight Decoding Mode
        Pure Direct Mode
        CINEMA DSP 3D
        DSP Programs17
        SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP
        Virtual Speakers
        CALIBRATION Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. D.C.A.C. IX YPAO sound optimization (Multipoint measurement)
        Calibration MicrophoneStereo
        Speaker Relocation
        Automatic Phase Matching
        YPAO Volume
        PEQ for SUBDown to 31 Hz
        VIDEO FEATURES Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDMI Version2.1
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.3
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 1080p
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 up to 1080p *
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion 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 Resolution1080i
        Video Parameter Adjustments
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC, LDAC via optional YBA-10 adapter (sold separately)
        Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Google Assistant
        Chromecast Built-In
        Works with SonoS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        Music Connect
        MusicCast
        Remote Monitoring with ihiji
        OvrC Compatible
        AirPlay AirPlay 2
        Apple Product Connection iPod and iPhone via front USB, YDS-12 Dock (sold separately) or YID-W100 Wireless Dock (sold separately)
        Remote App
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)2
        8K Inputs4
        USB Input1 Front for USB memoryiPod/iPhone, USB Memory, Portable Audio Player
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs24 (1 front)
        Optical Outputs1
        Coaxial Inputs13
        RCA Line Inputs49 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs1
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input 7.1
        RCA Pre-Outs11.27.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs25 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs12
        S-Video Inputs5 (1 front)
        S-Video Outputs2
        Component Video Inputs4
        Component Video Outputs1
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsHDMI, USBHDMI, USB, Analog Audio, Optical, Composite and S-video
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        dockport1 (for optional YDS-12, YID-W10 or YBA-10 adapter)
        ZONES Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        Number of Zones32
        Powered Zones 2 and 3Zone 2
        Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Composite video, Pre OutComponent, S-Video, Composite, Pre Out
        Zone 3 OutsPre/Line Out
        Zone B Video Output
        Zone GUI
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output32
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 21 / 1
        Party Mode
        MISCELLANEOUS Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        On-Screen Display Graphical User InterfaceAdvanced Graphical User Interface with Status
        GUI Languages3
        SCENESCENE PLUS (12 sets)
        Web Control
        IP Control
        Control4 SDDP
        PreAmp Mode
        Remote ControllerRMT-AA511U (Preset)
        RADIO Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        Analog Tuner FM FM/AM
        Presets3040
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio TuneIn & iHeart Radio vTuner
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        Solid Aluminum FrontAluminum
        A.R.T. Wedge
        Speaker Terminals119
        Large Speaker Terminals119
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 220 V, 50 Hz
        Power Consumption500 W490 W
        Standby Power0.5 W0.3 W
        Auto Power Standby
        PHYSICAL Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        Dimensions (W x H x D)430 mm x 194 mm x 440 mm
        17" x 7-3/4" x 17-3/8"        		435 mm x 182 mm x 432 mm
        17-1/8" x 7-1/8" x 17"
        Weight19.2 kg (42 lb 6 oz)15.1 kg (33.3 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS Sony STR-AZ5000ES Yamaha RX-A1010
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)120 W (0.09% THD)110 W (0.06% THD)
        Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)130 W (0.9% THD)120 W (0.9% THD)
        Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)135 W (0.9% THD)
        Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA)165 W (10% THD)
        Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)170 W (0.9% THD)
        Dynamic Power per Channel (2 Ω, Front)280 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)210 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (6 Ω, Front)165 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)135 W
        THD0.09%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 kΩ
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ
        Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)2.4 V
        Maximum Input Sensitivity (Phono)60 mV
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance1.0 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
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)100 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)86 dB
        Frequency Response (Analog In)10 Hz - 100 kHz, ±3 dB (with sound field, equalizer and 360SSM bypassed)+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
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 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)
        0.3 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 Standard1000BASE-T10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version5․0
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalType A, Ver. 2.0, 5 V, 1 AUSB2.0 5 V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz87.50 MHz - 108.00 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)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 Frequency531 MHz - 1611 MHz
        Warranty5 Years3 years

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

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