Jan 10, 2020
Read MoreYamaha CX-A5100 vs Onkyo PR-RZ5100 review
Yamaha CX-A5100 review
The preamp presented is capable of processing a multidimensional signal, because it supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X technologies. It also impresses with its increased connectivity for different devices, as it has XLR outputs for 11 channels and 2 subwoofers. The next advantage of this unit is that it supports HDCP2.2 and HDMI2.0 technology. In addition, it is equipped with a “smart” sound calibration system in accordance with the characteristics of the room and the arrangement of furniture in it. Wireless connectivity is via Bluetooth and WiFi. Also, the device can connect to streaming audio services, such as Spotify, Pandora. Using AirPlay technology, you can connect a smartphone, tablet or other similar device. 
Onkyo PR-RZ5100 review
The Onkyo PR-RZ5100 11.2-channel AV processor has two 32-bit DSP Analog Devices SHARCs in the arsenal, producing up to six billion operations per second, and its digital and analog circuits are completely separated. On board there are the following DACs: two AK4490 chips (32 bit / 384 kHz) for the front channels, two multi-channel AK4458 (32 bits / 768 kHz) and a pair of AK4388 (24 bit / 192 kHz) for zone 2 and 3. Clear the signal from pulse Noise helps VLSC technology. The speaker auto-calibration function is assigned to the AccuEQ system with AccuReflex technology, which allows phase-matching speakers for Dolby Atmos with other speakers. 
Yamaha CX-A5100 pros & cons
Pros
- The ability to support 2 sound zones independently
- The ability to use my iPad as a multi room wireless remote is great. You can control lots of parameters besides just source, volume and power
- Flexible sound tuning system
Cons
- No support for aptX protocol for Bluetooth and 5 GHz frequency band for Wi-Fi
Onkyo PR-RZ5100 pros & cons
Pros
- The video and sound are top shelf
- The bass is full and the highs are excellent
Cons
- One con though is the cheezy remote supplied with the unit
Yamaha CX-A5100 vs Onkyo PR-RZ5100
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Product
Yamaha CX-A5100
Onkyo PR-RZ5100
Model
CX-A5100
PR-RZ5100
Brand
Yamaha
Onkyo
Reviews
23
14
Amplifier
Channels
11.2
11.2
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
Output impedance, Ohm
Frequency response
10Hz-100KHz
5Hz-100KHz
THD in stereo, %
0.06
0.06
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
ESS 9016 192 KHz/32-bit
AKM 384 KHz/32-bit
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
YPAO
AccuEQ
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
CINEMA DSP HD3, Compressed Music Enhancer, Virtual CINEMA FRONT
Hi-Res audio, Dynamic Audio Amplification
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
USB
1 (USB 2.0)
1 (USB 2.0)
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
1
1
DLNA
MHL
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
AirPlay
AirPlay
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, JUKE
Deezer, TIDAL, TuneIn Radio
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
8/2
8/2
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI CEC
Digital content protection (HDCP)
HDCP 2.2
HDCP 2.2
Subwoofer output (LFE)
2
2
Headphone output
1 x 6.3
1 x 6.3
Optical digital input
3
3
Coaxial digital input
3
2
Composite input
4
2
Component input/output
3/1
2/1
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic
HDMI, phones, setup mic
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
HDR10
4K signal pass-through
4K/60Hz
4K/60Hz
8K signal pass-through
HDMI signal pass-through
3D signal pass-through
HDMI pass-through in standby mode
Video conversion
analog to HDMI
analog to HDMI
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
DeepColor, x.v.Color, HLG, BT.2020
DeepColor, x.v.Color, HLG, BT.2020
Additional features
Voice control
App control
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android
Display
colour OSD
fluorescent
Tuner
AM, FM
AM, FM
Sleep timer
Auto power off
ECO mode
Graphical user interface (GUI)
Setup assistant
Firmware update
network, USB
network, USB
Other additional features
has not
has not
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
3
3
Zone audio output
speaker, preout
speaker, preout
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
MusicCast, AV Controller
Onkyo Controller app, FlareConnect
RS-232
1
1
Remote control input/output (IR)
1/1
1/0
DC trigger output (12V)
2
1
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)
Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Digital Plus
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-EXPRESS
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESS
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
Audio file formats
MP3
WMA
AAC
WAV
FLAC
ALAC
Other audio file formats
AIFF
has not
Power
Operational power consumption, W
650
65
Standby consumption, W
0.1
0.15
Removable power cord
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
43.5 x 19.2 x 47.4/17 x 7.5 x 18.5
43.5 x 20.1 x 44.7/17 x 7.8 x 17.3
Weight, kg/lbs
13.5/29.8
13.6/30.2
Other
Release year
2015
2016
AV receivers CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 8.3Yamaha CX-A5100
- 8.3Onkyo PR-RZ5100
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