Sony STR-AZ7000ES vs Yamaha RX-A6A

Here we are comparing Sony STR-AZ7000ES 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 Sony STR-AZ7000ES has 13 channel and the Yamaha RX-A6A has 9 channel amplifiers with Sony STR-AZ7000ES's being less powerful.

Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
Sony STR-AZ7000ES was introduced in 2023 and represents a current flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 13 channel amplifier with 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 13.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X Pro, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 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 Sony STR-AZ7000ES and Yamaha RX-A6A and gave both of them the score of 94 out of 100. 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 Sony STR-AZ7000ES over Yamaha RX-A6A.

	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	vs	Yamaha RX-A6A
More Channels	13.2	vs	9.2
Front Wide Channel Support		vs
More Channel Processing	13.2	vs	11.2
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 of 9.1.4	vs
DTS Virtual:X		vs
IMAX Enhanced		vs
Video Signal Upscaling	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4	vs	up to 4K 60p 4:4:4
Chromecast Built-In		vs
Works with SONOS		vs
More RCA Pre-Outs	13.2	vs	11.2
More Composite Video Outputs	1	vs
Front A/V Inputs	HDMI, USB	vs	USB
Zone 2 Outs	HDMI, Composite video, Pre Out	vs	HDMI, RCA Preout
RS-232C Interface		vs
+12V Trigger Output	3	vs	2
Remote (IR) Input/Output	1 / 2	vs	1 / 1
Pandora		vs
More Speaker Terminals	13	vs	11
More Large Speaker Terminals	13	vs	11
Gold plated RCA terminals		vs
Bigger Power Supply	540 W	vs	500 W
Newer Bluetooth Version	5․0	vs	4․2
Longer Warranty	5 Years	vs	3 Years

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha RX-A6A over Sony STR-AZ7000ES.

	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	vs	Yamaha RX-A6A
Higher Power Output	140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	vs	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Higher DAC Specs	192 kHz/32 Bit	vs	384 kHz/32 Bit
DTS Express		vs
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer		vs
Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB	192 kHz/24 bit	vs	up to 384 kHz/32 Bit
HDR10+		vs
Works with Amazon Alexa		vs
AirPlay	AirPlay 2	vs	AirPlay 2
More HDMI Outputs	2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)	vs	3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2/4)
More 8K Inputs	4	vs	7
More Optical Inputs	2	vs	3
More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs	1	vs	2
More RCA Line Inputs	4	vs	5
XLR Line Inputs		vs	1
Phono Input		vs
XLR Pre-outs		vs	Front L/R
More Component Video Inputs		vs	1
Headphone Out		vs	6.3 mm (1/4")
More Zones	3	vs	4
Analog Tuner	FM	vs	FM/AM
More Presets	30	vs	40
Napster		vs
Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	140 W (0.09% THD)	vs	150 W (0.06% THD)
Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)	150 W (0.9% THD)	vs	165 W (0.9% THD)
Lower THD	0.09%	vs	0.05% (AUDIO 2 etc. to Speaker Out, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 75 W, 8 Ω)
Higher DSD Sampling Rate via USB	2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz	vs	11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz

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-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
High Power Output	140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Channel Processing	13.2	11.2
Dolby Atmos	up to 7.1.6 of 9.1.4
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 of 9.1.4
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 with R.S.C., Multipoint, 3D, 64-Bit High Precision EQ Calculation, Low Frequency mode and Angle measurement
HDR10
Dolby Vision
HDMI Version	2.1	2.1
eARC
New HDCP Version	2.3	2.3
Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
VRR
8K Passthrough	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
Analog To HDMI Upconversion	Composite	Component****, Composite
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth	SBC, AAC, LDAC	SBC, AAC
Google Assistant
Many HDMI Inputs	7 (1 front)	7
Many 8K Inputs	4	7
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	USB memory, Portable Audio Player
RCA Pre-Outs	13.2	11.2
Composite Video Inputs	2	2
Ethernet
Zones	3	4
Analog Tuner	FM	FM/AM
Spotify
Tidal

WEAKNESSES	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
No Digital Radio

Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
13 channel Amplifier: Sony STR-AZ7000ES features 13 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.	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.

AMPLIFIER	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
Channels	13.2	9.2
Power Output	140 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
Continuous 6 Ω Rated
Certified 4 Ω Performance
Bi-amp Capability

Sony STR-AZ7000ES'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:
Sony STR-AZ7000ES: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.6, 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 7.2.6, 9.2.2, 9.2.4 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:
Sony STR-AZ7000ES: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.6, 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 7.2.6, 9.2.2, 9.2.4 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:
Sony STR-AZ7000ES: 5.2, 7.2, 9.2 with internal amplifier.
Yamaha RX-A6A: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
• Front Wide Channel support: With the presence of two front wide speakers you can enhance the front surround stage. The following speaker configurations are available for front wide channels:
Sony STR-AZ7000ES: 9.2, 9.2.2, 9.2.4.
Yamaha RX-A6A: Does not support.
• 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

Sony STR-AZ7000ES 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

Sony STR-AZ7000ES and Yamaha RX-A6A support DTS:X.

• DTS:X Pro: Sony STR-AZ7000ES supports DTS:X Pro which is an upgraded version of DTS:X and is no longer limited with 11 channel processing.
• 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: Sony STR-AZ7000ES 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: Sony STR-AZ7000ES 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.

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.

IMAX Enhanced

Sony STR-AZ7000ES 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-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
Dolby Atmos	up to 7.1.6 of 9.1.4
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Digital EX
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 of 9.1.4
DTS Neural:X
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neo
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

Sony STR-AZ7000ES 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-A6A comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2/4.

• 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Sony STR-AZ7000ES: 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.
  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.
• 8K Upscaling on Sony STR-AZ7000ES: It can upscale up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog 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: 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 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)

Sony STR-AZ7000ES 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)

Sony STR-AZ7000ES and Yamaha RX-A6A support 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-AZ7000ES supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) 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	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
HDR10
HDR10+
Dynamic HDR
BT.2020 color space
Dolby Vision
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
HDMI Version	2.1	2.1
HDBaseT Compatible
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
HDCP Version	2.3	2.3
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
3-D Ready
Video Signal Passthrough	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
Video Signal Upscaling	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4	up to 4K 60p 4:4:4

TERMINALS	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	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	4	7
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	USB memory, Portable Audio Player
USB DC Out Port
Optical Inputs	2	3
Optical Outputs
Coaxial Inputs	1	2
RCA Line Inputs	4	5
RCA Line Outputs
XLR Line Inputs		1
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input
RCA Pre-Outs	13.2	11.2
XLR Pre-outs		Front L/R
Composite Video Inputs	2	2
Composite Video Outputs	1
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs		1
Component Video Outputs

GENERAL	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
Brand	Sony	Yamaha
Series	ES	Aventage
Model	STR-AZ7000ES	RX-A6A
Type	A/V Receiver	A/V Receiver
Country	USA	Asia and General
Release Year	2023	2021
Predecessor		Yamaha RX-A2070

AMPLIFIER	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
Channels	13.2	9.2
Power Output	140 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
Continuous 6 Ω Rated
Certified 4 Ω Performance
Bi-amp Capability

AUDIO FEATURES	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
Surround:AI™
DAC		ESS Hyperstream DAC ES9026PRO x1 ES9007S x1
DAC Specs	192 kHz/32 Bit	384 kHz/32 Bit
Maximum Channel Processing	13.2	11.2
Air Studios Monitor Certification
Dolby Atmos	up to 7.1.6 of 9.1.4
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Digital EX
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 of 9.1.4
DTS Neural:X
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neo
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 Formats	FLAC, AIFF, WAV, DSD, ALAC, MP3, WMA, AAC	MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
Music Playback via USB	FLAC, AIFF, WAV, DSD, ALAC, MP3, WMA, AAC	MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network	192 kHz/24 bit	up to 384 kHz/32 Bit
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB	FLAC, AIFF, WAV, DSD, ALAC	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		Ultra Low Jitter PLL
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		HD3
DSP Programs		24
SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP
Virtual Speakers		including surround back
Independent Subwoofer Outputs

CALIBRATION	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.	D.C.A.C. IX	YPAO sound optimization with R.S.C., Multipoint, 3D, 64-Bit High Precision EQ Calculation, Low Frequency mode and Angle measurement
Calibration Microphone	Stereo
Speaker Relocation
Automatic Phase Matching
YPAO Volume
PEQ for SUB		Down to 15.6 Hz

VIDEO FEATURES	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
HDR10
HDR10+
Dynamic HDR
BT.2020 color space
Dolby Vision
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
HDMI Version	2.1	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 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
Video Signal Upscaling	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4	up to 4K 60p 4:4:4
Analog To HDMI Upconversion	Composite	Component****, Composite
Component Video Upscaling
Analog to Analog Video conversion
Component Video Maximum Resolution		1080i
isf Certified Calibration Control

CONNECTIVITY	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth	SBC, AAC, LDAC	SBC, AAC
Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
Works with Amazon Alexa
Google Assistant
Chromecast Built-In
Apple Siri
Works with SonoS
DTS Play-Fi
MHL Input
DLNA 1.5
Music Connect
MusicCast
Remote Monitoring with ihiji
OvrC Compatible
AirPlay	AirPlay 2	AirPlay 2
Apple Product Connection		iPod, iPhone and iPad
Remote App		(iPhone® / iPad® / Android™ phone / tablet)
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue

TERMINALS	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	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	4	7
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	USB memory, Portable Audio Player
USB DC Out Port
Optical Inputs	2	3
Optical Outputs
Coaxial Inputs	1	2
RCA Line Inputs	4	5
RCA Line Outputs
XLR Line Inputs		1
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input
RCA Pre-Outs	13.2	11.2
XLR Pre-outs		Front L/R
Composite Video Inputs	2	2
Composite Video Outputs	1
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs		1
Component Video Outputs
Ethernet
Ethernet Switch
PC In
Front A/V Inputs	HDMI, USB	USB
Speaker A/B
Headphone Out		6.3 mm (1/4")
Detachable Power Cord
dockport

ZONES	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
Number of Zones	3	4
Powered Zones	2 and 3	Zone 2 / 3
Zone 2 Outs	HDMI, Composite video, Pre Out	HDMI, RCA Preout
Zone 3 Outs	Pre/Line Out	RCA Preout
Zone 4 Outs		HDMI
Zone B Video Output		HDMI
Zone GUI
RS-232C Interface
+12V Trigger Output	3	2
Remote (IR) Input/Output	1 / 2	1 / 1
Party Mode

MISCELLANEOUS	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
On-Screen Display	Graphical User Interface	Graphical User Interface
GUI Languages	3
SCENE		SCENE (8 sets)
Web Control
IP Control
Control4 SDDP
PreAmp Mode
Display		High-resolution LCD display
Remote Controller	RMT-AA511U

RADIO	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
Analog Tuner	FM	FM/AM
Presets	30	40
Digital Radio
Internet Radio	TuneIn & iHeart Radio
Pandora
Spotify
Tidal
Deezer
Napster
SiriusXM

CONSTRUCTION	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
A.R.T. Wedge
Speaker Terminals	13	11
Large Speaker Terminals	13	11
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
Gold plated RCA terminals

POWER	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
Power Supply	AC 120 V, 60 Hz	AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	540 W	500 W
Maximum Power Consumption		1160 W
Standby Power	0.5 W	0.4 W
ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
Auto Power Standby

PHYSICAL	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
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 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")
Weight	21.8 kg (48 lb)	18.7 kg (41.2 lbs)

SPECIFICATIONS	Sony STR-AZ7000ES	Yamaha RX-A6A
Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	140 W (0.09% THD)	150 W (0.06% THD)
Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)	150 W (0.9% THD)	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)		250 W (10% THD)
Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)		230 W (0.9% THD, Front)
THD	0.09%	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)		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)		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		1.0 V/470 Ω unbalanced 2.0 V/470 Ω balanced
Maximum Preout Level and Impedance		2.0 V unbalanced 4.0 V balanced
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)		110 dB
S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)		95 dB
Phono RIAA Deviation		0±0.5 dB (20 Hz - 20 kHz)
Frequency Response (Analog In)	10 Hz - 100 kHz, ±3 dB (with sound field, equalizer and 360SSM bypassed)	+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, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance	1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)	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	1000BASE-T	10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
Wi-Fi Standard	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency	5 GHz, 2.4 GHz	2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
Bluetooth Version	5․0	4․2
Bluetooth Frequency	2.4 GHz	2.4 GHz
USB Terminal	Type A, 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: 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		530/531 kHz to 1710/1611 kHz
Warranty	5 Years	3 Years

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