1-on-1 Comparison

Side-by-Side Comparison

Yamaha Aventage RX-A720

Yamaha Aventage RX-A730

SCORE:
76
SCORE:
77

Highlights

  • 7.2 channels
  • 7.1 channel processing
  • 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
  • 4K Upscaling, 4K Passthrough
  • AirPlay, DLNA
  • Ethernet, Wi-Fi
  • USB input

Highlights

  • 7.2 channels
  • 7.1 channel processing
  • 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
  • 4K Upscaling, 4K Passthrough
  • MHL, AirPlay, DLNA
  • Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
  • USB input

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Content

Overview

Here we are comparing Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 to Yamaha Aventage RX-A730 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 7 channel and equally powerful amplifiers.


Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 Yamaha Aventage RX-A730

Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 was introduced in 2012. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 90 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 4K/30Hz and upscales up to 4K video signal.

Yamaha Aventage RX-A730 was introduced in 2013. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 90 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 4K/30Hz and upscales up to 4K/30p video signal.

We evaluated the a/v receiver and gave 76 overall score out of 100. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

We evaluated the a/v receiver and gave 77 overall score out of 100. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

AMPLIFIER
88
VIDEO FEATURES
66
AUDIO FEATURES
68
CONNECTIVITY
77
MULTIZONE
79
MISCELLANEOUS
68
RADIO
87
OVERALL
76

AMPLIFIER
88
VIDEO FEATURES
66
AUDIO FEATURES
68
CONNECTIVITY
79
MULTIZONE
79
MISCELLANEOUS
68
RADIO
92
OVERALL
77

Advantage of Yamaha Aventage RX-A720

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 over Yamaha Aventage RX-A730.

Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 vs Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
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Advantage of Yamaha Aventage RX-A730

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha Aventage RX-A730 over Yamaha Aventage RX-A720.

Only Yamaha Aventage RX-A730 supports Spotify.

Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 vs Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB up to 96 kHz vs up to 192 kHz
MHL Input vs
Bluetooth vs via optional YBA-11 adapter (sold separately)
Spotify vs

Common Strengths and Weaknesses

Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both receivers.

STRENGTHS
  DSD via HDMI
  Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
  New HDCP Version
  4K or 8K Video Passthrough
  4K or 8K Signal Upscaling
  Analog To HDMI Upconversion
  Ethernet
  Wi-Fi
  USB Input
  Composite Video Inputs
  Component Video Inputs
  Zones
  Analog Tuner
  Pandora
WEAKNESSES
  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 eARC
  No HDR10
  No HDR10+
  No Dolby Vision
  No Chromecast Built-In
  Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
  Few HDMI Outputs
  Few 8K Inputs
  Few Optical Inputs
  No RCA Pre-Outs
  No Tidal

Audio Section

Amplifier

Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 Yamaha Aventage RX-A730

7 channel Amplifier: Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

7 channel Amplifier: Yamaha Aventage RX-A730 features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

    Speaker Configurations

    Yamaha Aventage RX-A720's and Yamaha Aventage RX-A730's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

    • Configurations: Available configurations are:
    • Yamaha Aventage RX-A720: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
    • Yamaha Aventage RX-A730: 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.


    • Sound Processing

      • Adaptive DRC: Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 and Yamaha Aventage RX-A730 feature Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control) which automatically adjusts the dynamic range of the sound according to the volume level. This ensures that you hear clear dialog and vocals, and all sound effects at comfortable levels. There is no need to adjust the volume level as you listen; everything from whispers to big explosions will be heard clearly and comfortably at the same volume setting. It also tones down loud TV commercials, and is ideal for low-volume, late-night listening, when you do not want to disturb others.
      • Compressed Music Enhancer: Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 and Yamaha Aventage RX-A730 feature Compressed Music Enhancer which enhances the quality of the music files with lossy compression.

      Room Calibration

      Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 and Yamaha Aventage RX-A730 come with YPAO (R.S.C.) room correction system.

      • YPAO: The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to your listening position(s), and then automatically optimizes the speaker settings, such as volume balance and acoustic parameters, to suit your room.

    Video Section

    HDMI

    Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 and Yamaha Aventage RX-A730 come with 6 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

    • 4K/30Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K video signal.
    • 4K Upscaling: Both receivers can upscale up to 4K 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.
    • HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection: Both receivers are 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.

    Inputs and Outputs

    Audio

    • Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 4 pair of line inputs on both receivers for connecting sources with analog outputs. There is also 2 pair of line outputs on Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 and 1 pair of line outputs on Yamaha Aventage RX-A730.
    • Digital Inputs and Outputs: 0 optical input, 2 optical outputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available for digital audio connections on both receivers.
    • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

    Video

    • HDMI:
    • Yamaha Aventage RX-A720
      Inputs:
      6 (1 front)   Outputs: 1
      8K Inputs: 0.
    • Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
      Inputs:
      6 (1 front)   Outputs: 1
      8K Inputs: 0.
    • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
    • Yamaha Aventage RX-A720
      Inputs:
      5   Outputs: 2.
    • Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
      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. Both receivers support up to 1080i resolution on Component video connectors.
    • Yamaha Aventage RX-A720
      Inputs:
      2   Outputs: 1.
    • Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
      Inputs:
      2   Outputs: 1.

    Front A/V Inputs

    • Yamaha Aventage RX-A720: HDMI, USB, composite
    • Yamaha Aventage RX-A730: HDMI (MHL support), USB, composite

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    Specifications

    And in the end let us list all the available specifications of the receivers side-by-side.

    BASICS Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
    BrandYamahaYamaha
    SeriesAventageAventage
    ModelRX-A720RX-A730
    TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
    CountryUSA and CanadaUSA and Canada
    Release Year20122013
    AMPLIFIER Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
    Channels7.27.2
    Front Wide Channel Support
    THX™ Certification
    Continuous 6 Ω Rated
    Certified 4 Ω Performance
    Bi-amp Capability
    AUDIO Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
    Surround:AI™
    DACBurr-BrownBurr-Brown
    DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
    Maximum Channel Processing7.17.1
    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 PLIIx
    Dolby Digital EX
    DTS:X
    DTS Neural:X
    DTS Virtual:X
    DTS Neo Neo:6 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
    PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
    Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLACMP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC
    High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 96 kHz up to 192 kHz
    High Resolution Audio Formats via USBWAV, FLACWAV, FLAC
    Gapless Playback
    DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
    DSD to PCM Converter
    USB DAC
    Jitter Reduction Ultra low jitter PLL circuitry
    DTS Dialog Control
    Dialog Level Adjustment
    Dialog Normalization
    Dialogue Lift no presence speakers required no presence speakers required
    Compressed Music Enhancer
    High-resolution Music Enhancer
    Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
    Initial Volume & Maximum Volume Setting
    Audyssey Dynamic EQ
    Audyssey Dynamic Volume
    Audyssey LFC
    Audyssey Sub EQ HT
    Audyssey DSX
    Straight Decoding Mode
    Pure Direct Mode with video on mode with Video On mode
    CINEMA DSP 3D 3D
    DSP Programs1717
    SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP / (AIR SURROUND XTREME)
    Virtual Speakers
    CALIBRATION Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
    Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. YPAO sound optimization (R.S.C.) YPAO sound optimization (R.S.C.)
    YPAO Volume
    PEQ for SUBDown to 31 HzDown to 31 Hz
    VIDEO Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
    Enhanced ARC
    HDCP Version2.22.2
    HDR10
    HDR10+
    Dynamic HDR
    Dolby Vision
    HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
    BT.2020 color space
    QMS (Quick Media Switching)
    ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
    VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
    QFT (Quick Frame transport)
    3-D Ready
    Video Signal Passthroughup to 4Kup to 4K/30p
    Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K up to 4K/30p
    Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite Component**, Composite
    Component Video Upscaling
    Analog to Analog Video conversion
    Component Video Maximum Resolution1080i1080i
    Video Parameter Adjustments
    isf Certified Calibration Control
    CONNECTIVITY Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
    MHL Input
    DLNA 1.5
    FireConnect
    FlareConnect
    MusicCast
    Chromecast Built-In
    DTS Play-Fi
    Works with Amazon Alexa
    Works with SONOS
    AirPlay AirPlay AirPlay
    Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad
    Remote App (iPhone/iPad, Android™ phone/tablet, Kindle Fire™ ) (iPhone / iPad, Android™ phone / tablet, Kindle Fire™)
    InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
    Ethernet
    Ethernet Switch
    Wi-Fi via optional YWA-10 adapter (sold separately) via optional YWA-10 adapter (sold separately)
    Bluetooth via optional YBA-11 adapter (sold separately)
    HDBaseT Compatible
    HDMI Inputs6 (1 front)6 (1 front)
    HDMI Outputs11
    8K Inputs
    USB InputiPod®/iPhone®/iPad®, USB memory, portable audio player (MP3, WMA, AAC up to 48 kHz / 16-bit, FLAC/WAV up to 96 kHz / 24-bit)iPod® / iPhone® / iPad®, USB memory, portable audio player (MP3, WMA, AAC up to 48 kHz / 16-bit, FLAC / WAV up to 192 kHz / 24-bit)
    USB DC Out Port (USB DC output 5 V / 0.5 amp) (USB DC output 5 V / 0.5 amp)
    RCA Line Input44
    RCA Line Output21
    XLR Line Inputs
    Phono Input
    Optical Inputs22
    Optical Outputs
    Coaxial Inputs22
    Composite Video Input5 (1 front)5 (1 front)
    Composite Video Output22
    S-Video Input
    S-Video Output
    Component Video Input22
    Component Video Output11
    PC In
    Multi-Channel Input
    RCA Pre-Outs0.20.2
    XLR Pre-outs
    Front A/V InputsHDMI, USB, compositeHDMI (MHL support), USB, composite
    Speaker A/B
    Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
    ZONES Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
    Zones22
    Powered ZonesZone 2Zone 2
    Zone 2 OutsLine OutLine Out
    Zone B Video Output
    Zone GUI
    RS-232C Interface
    +12V Trigger Output (1) (1)
    Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 11 / 1
    Party Mode
    MISC Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
    On-Screen DisplayGraphical user interfaceGraphical user interface
    SCENE (four sets) (four sets)
    Web Browser Control
    PreAmp Mode
    Remote Controller (Preset) (Preset)
    Detachable Power Cord
    dockport
    RADIO Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
    Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
    Presets4040
    Digital Radio
    Internet Radio vTuner
    Pandora
    Spotify
    Tidal
    Deezer
    SiriusXM Internet Radio
    CONSTRUCTION Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
    Solid Aluminum Front
    A.R.T. Wedge
    Speaker Terminals99
    Large Speaker Terminals99
    Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
    Gold plated RCA terminals
    POWER Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
    Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
    Power Consumption400 W/500 VA400 W/500 VA
    Standby Power0.1 W0.10 W
    GENERAL Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
    ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
    Auto Power Standby
    Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 171 mm x 367 mm
    17-1/8" x 6-3/4" x 14-1/2"
    435 mm x 171 mm x 367 mm
    17-1/8" x 6-3/4" x 14-1/2"
    Weight10.7 kg (23.6 lbs)10.4 kg (22.9 lbs)
    Warranty3 Years3 Years
    SPECS Yamaha Aventage RX-A720 Yamaha Aventage RX-A730
    Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 290 W (0.09% THD)90 W (0.09% THD)
    Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2105 W (0.9% THD)105 W (0.9% THD)
    Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)125 W (0.9% THD)125 W (0.9% THD)
    Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA)150 W (10% THD)150 W (10% THD)
    Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)150 W (0.9% THD)150 W (0.9% THD)
    Dynamic Power per Channel (2240 W240 W
    Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)200 W200 W
    Dynamic Power per Channel (6 Ω, Front)170 W170 W
    Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)130 W130 W
    THD0.06% (AV 5 etc. to Front, Pure Direct, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 50 W, 8 Ω)0.06% (AV 5 etc. to Front, Pure Direct, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 50 W, 8 Ω)
    Damping Factor100 (Front, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 8 Ω)100 (Front, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 8 Ω)
    Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ
    Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)2.3 V2.3 V
    Rated Lineout Level and Impedance200 mV/1.2 kΩ (REC OUT)200 mV/1.2 kΩ (AV OUT)
    Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance100 mV/560 Ω (AV 5 etc., 1 kHz, 50 mV, 8 Ω)100 mV/560 Ω (AV 5 etc., 1 kHz, 50 mV, 8 Ω)
    S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)100 dB100 dB
    Frequency Response (Analog In)+0/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz)+0/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz)
    Residual Noise (IHF-A Network)150 µV (Front L/R Speaker Out)150 µV (Front L/R Speaker Out)
    Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE)60 dB/45 dB60 dB/45 dB
    DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
    Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance1 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)
    0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
    1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
    Video Maximum Input1.5 Vp-p1.5 Vp-p
    Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 60 MHz, -3 dB (Component)5 Hz to 60 MHz, -3 dB (Component)
    Video S/N Ratio50 dB50 dB
    Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
    HDMI Input/MHL Terminal5 V, 1 A
    USB TerminalUSB2.0 5 V, 2.1 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: 3 µV (20.8 dBf)Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf)
    FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 71 dB/69 dBMono/Stereo: 71 dB/69 dB
    FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.3%/0.5%Mono/Stereo: 0.3%/0.5%
    AM Frequency530 MHz - 1710 MHz530 MHz - 1710 MHz

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

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