Dec 06, 2019
Read MoreOnkyo TX-NR676 vs Onkyo TX-NR686 review
Onkyo TX-NR686 review
This is a 7.2-channel model with powerful dynamic amplification, certified by THX. The AV receiver can play through HDMI video, with the latest standards - 4K / 60 FPS, Dolby Vision and complement the picture with Dolby Atmos sound or DTS: X soundtracks. The device also has the full support of Dolby Surround and DTS Neural: X decoders. It is possible to transfer music from mobile devices to the receiver via Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi or even FlareConnect. The Bluetooth and AirPlay technology, for Apple devices, are also here.
Onkyo TX-NR676 review
The 7.2-channel Onkyo TX-NR676 has built-in Dolby Atmos and DTS: X technologies. There is also support for 4K / 60 FPS video with HDR in Dolby Vision format. The TX-NR676 produces 100 W/channel 4 Ohm, which is not as much as the opponent has in the Onkyo TX-NR686 vs Onkyo TX-NR676 comparison which produces 160 W/channel at 8 Ohm. It is possible to listen to music and streaming audio through the multi-room, which is included in Chromecast, as well as DTS Play-Fi and Spotify Connect. Also in addition to this, there is Bluetooth and wireless technologies from Apple - AirPlay.
Onkyo TX-NR686 pros and cons
Pros
- The equalizer of the subwoofer channel helps to adjust the frequency response of cheap subwoofers
- The video stream in the receiver complies with the High Dynamic Range standard
Cons
- No front USB
- Through AirPlay constant signal breaks
Onkyo TX-NR676 pros and cons
Pros
- The device supports FireConnect and is powered by Blackfire
- Using high-quality digital-to-analog converter AK4458 from Asahi Kasei filtering technology is implemented with low distortion for pure sound
Cons
- Information on the front panel display is poorly read
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Product
Onkyo TX-NR676
Onkyo TX-NR686
Model
TX-NR676
TX-NR686
Brand
Onkyo
Onkyo
Reviews
323
152
Amplifier
Channels
7.2
7.2
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
165/6
165/6
Output impedance, Ohm
6
6
Frequency response
10Hz-100KHz
10Hz-100KHz
THD in stereo, %
0.08
0.08
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
AK4458 384 KHz/32-bit
VLSC 384 KHz/32-bit
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
AccuEQ
AccuEQ
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Hi-Res audio, Theater-Dimensional
Advanced Music Optimizer, Theater-Dimensional, Hi-Res audio
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
2.4/5GHz
2.4/5GHz
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, TuneIn Radio
Deezer, TIDAL, TuneIn Radio
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
7/2
7/2
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
2
2
Coaxial digital input
1
1
Composite input
2
2
Component input/output
2/0
2/0
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
HDMI, phones, setup mic, AUX
HDMI, phones, setup mic
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
HDR10
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 scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
BT.2020
DeepColor, x.v.Color
Additional features
Voice control
Google Assistant
App control
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android
iPhone, 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
IP Control
IP Control
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
2
2
Zone audio output
speaker, preout
speaker, preout
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
FlareConnect, HEOS App
Onkyo Controller app, FlareConnect
RS-232
0
0
Remote control input/output (IR)
0/0
0/0
DC trigger output (12V)
0
0
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Digital Plus
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD 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
AIFF
Power
Operational power consumption, W
570
570
Standby consumption, W
0.15
0.15
Removable power cord
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
43.5 x 17.3 x 37.8/17 x 6.8 x 14.8
43.5 x 17.3 x 37.9/17 x 6.8 x 15.6
Weight, kg/lbs
12.5/26.5
10/22.1
Other
Release year
2017
2018
AV receivers CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 7.2Onkyo TX-NR676
- 7.2Onkyo TX-NR686
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