1-on-1 Comparison

Side-by-Side Comparison

Yamaha RX-V385

Yamaha RX-V383

SCORE:
72
SCORE:
70

Highlights

  • 5.1 channels
  • 5.1 channel processing
  • 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
  • HDR10, Dolby Vision, 4K Upscaling, 4K Passthrough
  • Bluetooth
  • USB input

Highlights

  • 5.1 channels
  • 5.1 channel processing
  • 70 W (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
  • HDR10, Dolby Vision, 4K Upscaling, 4K Passthrough
  • Bluetooth
  • USB input

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Content

Overview

Here we are comparing Yamaha RX-V385 to Yamaha RX-V383 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 5 channel amplifiers.


Yamaha RX-V385 Yamaha RX-V383

Yamaha RX-V385 was introduced in 2018. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 5.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 video signal.

Yamaha RX-V383 was introduced in 2017. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 70 W (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 5.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 video signal.

We evaluated the a/v receiver and gave 72 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 70 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
77
VIDEO FEATURES
95
AUDIO FEATURES
63
CONNECTIVITY
69
MULTIZONE
55
MISCELLANEOUS
47
RADIO
62
OVERALL
72

AMPLIFIER
66
VIDEO FEATURES
95
AUDIO FEATURES
62
CONNECTIVITY
69
MULTIZONE
55
MISCELLANEOUS
61
RADIO
62
OVERALL
70

Advantage of Yamaha RX-V385

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha RX-V385 over Yamaha RX-V383.

Yamaha RX-V385 has higher DAC specs.

Yamaha RX-V385 vs Yamaha RX-V383
Bi-amp capability vs
Higher DAC Specs 384 kHz/32 Bit vs 192 kHz/24 Bit
Direct Mode vs
More Large Speaker Terminals 5 vs 2
Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) 145 W (10% THD) vs 135 W (10% THD)
Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 2 Ω, Front) 180 W vs 160 W
Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 4 Ω, Front) 160 W vs 130 W
Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 6 Ω, Front) 130 W vs 110 W

Advantage of Yamaha RX-V383

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha RX-V383 over Yamaha RX-V385.

Yamaha RX-V385 vs Yamaha RX-V383
DTS Express vs
Universal Power Supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz vs AC 110-120/220-240 V, 50/60 Hz

Common Strengths and Weaknesses

Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both receivers.

STRENGTHS
  DSD via HDMI
  Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
  eARC
  New HDCP Version
  HDR10
  Dolby Vision
  4K or 8K Video Passthrough
  4K or 8K Signal Upscaling
  Bluetooth
  USB Input
  Composite Video Inputs
  Zones
  Analog Tuner
WEAKNESSES
  No Front Wide Channel Support
  5.1 Channel Processing
  No Dolby Atmos
  No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
  No DTS:X
  No IMAX Enhanced
  No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
  No HDR10+
  No Chromecast Built-In
  Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
  No Ethernet
  No Wi-Fi
  Few HDMI Inputs
  Few HDMI Outputs
  Few 8K Inputs
  Few RCA Line Inputs
  Few Optical Inputs
  No RCA Pre-Outs
  No Pandora
  No Spotify
  No Tidal
  Old Bluetooth Version

Audio Section

Amplifier

Yamaha RX-V385 Yamaha RX-V383

5 channel Amplifier: Yamaha RX-V385 features 5 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).

5 channel Amplifier: Yamaha RX-V383 features 5 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 70 W (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).

    Speaker Configurations

    Yamaha RX-V385's and Yamaha RX-V383's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

    • Configurations: Available configurations are:
    • Yamaha RX-V385: 5.1 with internal amplifier.
    • Yamaha RX-V383: 5.1 with internal amplifier.
    • Bi-Amp: Yamaha RX-V385 is 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.

    • Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

      Yamaha RX-V385 and Yamaha RX-V383 support Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature 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.



      Sound Processing

      • Adaptive DRC: Yamaha RX-V385 and Yamaha RX-V383 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 RX-V385 and Yamaha RX-V383 feature Compressed Music Enhancer which enhances the quality of the music files with lossy compression.

      Room Calibration

      Yamaha RX-V385 and Yamaha RX-V383 come with YPAO 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 RX-V385 and Yamaha RX-V383 come with 4 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

    • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 video signal.
    • 4K Upscaling: Both receivers can upscale up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 from HDMI sources.
    • 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.
    • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

    HDR (High Dynamic Range)

    Both receivers support 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.

    • HDR10: HDR10 uses the wide-gamut Rec. 2020 color space. It sends static metadata via video stream to the TV which calibrates its screen brightness and color according to that. HDR10 supports 10-bit color which corresponds to 1024 shades of the primary RGB colors. It is technically limited to a maximum of 10,000 nits peak brightness, however common HDR10 contents are mastered with peak brightness from 1,000 to 4,000 nits.
    • Dolby Vision: Dolby Vision is a set of technologies developed by Dolby Laboratories for high dynamic range (HDR) video. It covers content creation, distribution, and playback. Like HDR10+, it includes dynamic metadata that are used to adjust and optimize each frame of the HDR video to the consumer display's capabilities in a way specified by the content creator. Dolby Vision allows for a maximum resolution of 8K up to 12-bit color depth, maximum peak brightness of 10,000 nits and a color gamut up to Rec. 2020. It uses Dolby's proprietary dynamic metadata defined in SMPTE ST 2094-10.
    • Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG): The Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) is a transfer function developed mainly for HDR live video feed and over-the-air broadcasts. It is an HDR format that uses BT.2020 color primaries and a bitdepth of 10-bit. It is backward compatible with the transfer function of SDR and is designed to be better-suited for television broadcasting, where the metadata required for other HDR formats is not backward compatible with non-HDR displays. HLG defines a non-linear optical-electro transfer function, in which the lower half of the signal values use a gamma curve and the upper half of the signal values use a logarithmic curve.

    Inputs and Outputs

    Audio

    • Analog Line Inputs: There are 3 pair of line inputs on both receivers for connecting sources with analog outputs.
    • Digital Inputs and Outputs: 0 optical input, 1 optical output 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 RX-V385
      Inputs:
      4   Outputs: 1
      8K Inputs: 0.
    • Yamaha RX-V383
      Inputs:
      4   Outputs: 1
      8K Inputs: 0.
    • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
    • Yamaha RX-V385
      Inputs:
      3   Outputs: 1.
    • Yamaha RX-V383
      Inputs:
      3   Outputs: 1.

    Front A/V Inputs

    • Yamaha RX-V385: USB, mini-jack Audio
    • Yamaha RX-V383: USB, mini-jack Audio

    Yamaha RX-V385

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    Specifications

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

    BASICS Yamaha RX-V385 Yamaha RX-V383
    BrandYamahaYamaha
    ModelRX-V385RX-V383
    TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
    CountryUSAGeneral
    Release Year20182017
    AMPLIFIER Yamaha RX-V385 Yamaha RX-V383
    Channels5.15.1
    Front Wide Channel Support
    THX™ Certification
    Continuous 6 Ω Rated
    Certified 4 Ω Performance
    Bi-amp Capability
    AUDIO Yamaha RX-V385 Yamaha RX-V383
    Surround:AI™
    DACBurr-Brown DAC x 3Burr-Brown
    DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
    Maximum Channel Processing5.15.1
    Air Studios Monitor Certification
    Dolby Atmos
    Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
    Dolby Atmos Music
    Dolby TrueHD
    Dolby Digital Plus
    Dolby Surround Upmixer
    Dolby Pro Logic PLII PLII
    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
    IMAX Enhanced
    Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
    PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
    Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, WAVMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, WAV
    High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network
    Gapless Playback
    DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
    DSD via USB
    DSD to PCM Converter
    USB DAC
    DTS Dialog Control
    Dialog Level Adjustment
    Dialog Normalization
    Dialogue Lift
    Compressed Music Enhancer including enhancer for Bluetooth® including enhancer for Bluetooth®
    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
    Direct Mode
    Straight Decoding Mode
    CINEMA DSP
    DSP Programs1717
    SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP Virtual CINEMA FRONT Virtual CINEMA FRONT
    Virtual Speakers
    Independent Subwoofer Outputs
    CALIBRATION Yamaha RX-V385 Yamaha RX-V383
    Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. YPAO sound optimization YPAO sound optimization
    YPAO Volume
    VIDEO Yamaha RX-V385 Yamaha RX-V383
    Enhanced ARC via firmware update via firmware update
    HDCP Version2.32.3
    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 4K 60p 4:4:4up to 4K 60p 4:4:4
    Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 up to 4K 60p 4:4:4
    Analog To HDMI Upconversion
    Component Video Upscaling
    Analog to Analog Video conversion
    isf Certified Calibration Control
    CONNECTIVITY Yamaha RX-V385 Yamaha RX-V383
    MHL Input
    FireConnect
    FlareConnect
    MusicCast
    Chromecast Built-In
    DTS Play-Fi
    Works with Amazon Alexa
    Works with SONOS
    AirPlay
    Remote App
    InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
    Ethernet
    Ethernet Switch
    Wi-Fi
    Bluetooth SBC, in and out SBC
    HDBaseT Compatible
    HDMI Inputs44
    HDMI Outputs11
    8K Inputs
    USB InputUSB memory, Portable Audio PlayerUSB memory, Portable Audio Player
    USB DC Out Port
    RCA Line Input3 (1 Front)3 (1 Front)
    RCA Line Output
    XLR Line Inputs
    Phono Input
    Optical Inputs11
    Optical Outputs
    Coaxial Inputs22
    Composite Video Input33
    Composite Video Output11
    S-Video Input
    S-Video Output
    Component Video Input
    Component Video Output
    PC In
    Multi-Channel Input
    RCA Pre-Outs0.10.1
    XLR Pre-outs
    Front A/V InputsUSB, mini-jack AudioUSB, mini-jack Audio
    Speaker A/B
    Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
    ZONES Yamaha RX-V385 Yamaha RX-V383
    Zones11
    Zone B Video Output
    RS-232C Interface
    +12V Trigger Output
    Remote (IR) Input/Output0 / 00 / 0
    Party Mode
    MISC Yamaha RX-V385 Yamaha RX-V383
    On-Screen Display color OSD color OSD
    SCENESCENE (4 sets)SCENE (4 sets)
    Web Browser Control
    PreAmp Mode
    Detachable Power Cord
    dockport
    RADIO Yamaha RX-V385 Yamaha RX-V383
    Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
    Presets4040
    Digital Radio
    Internet Radio
    Pandora
    Spotify
    Tidal
    Deezer
    Napster
    SiriusXM Internet Radio
    CONSTRUCTION Yamaha RX-V385 Yamaha RX-V383
    A.R.T. Wedge
    Speaker Terminals55
    Large Speaker Terminals52
    Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
    Gold plated RCA terminals
    POWER Yamaha RX-V385 Yamaha RX-V383
    Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 110-120/220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
    Power Consumption260 W260 W
    Maximum Power Consumption600 W470 W
    Standby Power0.1 W0.1 W
    GENERAL Yamaha RX-V385 Yamaha RX-V383
    ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
    Auto Power Standby
    Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 161 mm x 315 mm
    17-1/8" x 6-3/8" x 12-3/8"
    435 mm x 151 mm x 315 mm
    17-1/8" x 6" x 12-3/8"
    Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)20.5" x 16" x 9"
    Weight7.7 kg (17.0 lbs)7.4 kg (16.3 lbs)
    Weight of Package30 lbs
    Warranty2 Years2 Years
    SPECS Yamaha RX-V385 Yamaha RX-V383
    Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 270 W (0.09% THD)
    Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 285 W (0.9% THD)
    Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)100 W (0.9% THD)
    Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA)130 W (10% THD)
    Power Output (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 270 W (0.09% THD)
    Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)100 W (0.9% THD)
    Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA)145 W (10% THD)135 W (10% THD)
    Dynamic Power per Channel (2180 W160 W
    Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)160 W130 W
    Dynamic Power per Channel (6 Ω, Front)130 W110 W
    Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)110 W
    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 V (1 kHz, 0.5% THD)2.3 V (1 kHz, 0.5% THD)
    Rated Preout Level and Impedance1.0 V/1.2 kΩ (Subwoofer)1.0 V/1.2 kΩ (Subwoofer)
    Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance100 mV/470 Ω (1 kHz, 50 mV, 8 Ω)100 mV/470 Ω (1 kHz, 50 mV, 8 Ω)
    S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)110 dB110 dB
    Frequency Response (Analog In)+0/-3 dB (AV 2 etc. to Front, 10 Hz to 100 kHz)+0/-3 dB (AV 2 etc. to Front, 10 Hz to 100 kHz)
    Residual Noise (IHF-A Network)150 µV (Speaker Out)150 µV (Speaker Out)
    Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE)70 dB/50 dB70 dB/50 dB
    DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
    Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
    Video Maximum Input1.5 Vp-p1.5 Vp-p
    Video S/N Ratio50 dB50 dB
    Bluetooth Version2․1 + EDR2․1 + EDR
    Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
    USB TerminalUSB2.0 5 V, 1 AUSB2.0 5 V, 1 A
    FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.5/87.50 MHz - 108.0/108.00 MHz
    FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf)Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf)
    FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 65 dB/64 dBMono/Stereo: 65 dB/64 dB
    FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.5%/0.6%Mono/Stereo: 0.5%/0.6%
    AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz530/531 kHz - 1710/1611 kHz

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

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