Onkyo TX-RZ820 vs Onkyo TX-NR686

Onkyo TX-RZ820 review

The Onkyo TX-RZ820 incorporates discrete amplifiers with dynamic amplification technology that deliver instantaneous high current and easily works with large full-range speakers. Having a 32-bit signal processor allows Onkyo TX-RZ820 to decode Dolby Atmos formats in 5.2.2-channel configuration and DTS: X. TX-RZ820 is a network receiver, it has at its disposal Bluetooth, AirPlay and dual-band Wi-Fi. There is also an integrated Chromecast platform. Speakers can be calibrated by AccuEQ, and AccuReflex technology ensures the phase compatibility of speakers for Dolby Atmos with other speakers.

Onkyo TX-NR686 review

Onkyo TX-NR686 can work in Dolby Atmos or DTS: X setup. It is also equipped with additional amplification channels for connecting a pair of speakers in the second zone. The output power of the amplifier is 160 W/channel, which is more than enough for a home media system, given that the opponent in the Onkyo TX-RZ820 vs Onkyo TX-NR686 comparison has 130 W/channel. The TX-NR686 has built-in Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi technologies for creating a wireless multi-room system, as well as Bluetooth and Apple AirPlay for the usual wireless file sharing. Once connected to Wi-Fi, access to popular streaming services.

Onkyo TX-RZ820 pros and cons

Onkyo TX-NR686 pros and cons