Onkyo TX-RZ730 vs Onkyo TX-NR686

TX-RZ730 vs TX-NR686 comparison chart

Onkyo TX-RZ730 vs Onkyo TX-NR686 review

Onkyo TX-RZ730 vs Onkyo TX-NR686

Onkyo TX-RZ730 review

The Onkyo TX-RZ730 is compatible with all multichannel, Dolby and DTS audio formats and as such supports the vertical formats Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus Atmos and DTS: X. This device delivers 175 W/channel versus the competitor can deliver 165 W/channel, but both have same impedance – 6 Ohm. The TX-RZ730 is equipped with an HDMI 2.0 controller, compatible with all video streams up to 2160p (Ultra HD-4K) and 60 frames per second, with BT.2020 and extended dynamic range (HDR Dolby Vision, HLG and HDR10). Also, it has wide network abilities as the TX-NR686.

Onkyo TX-NR686 review

Onkyo TX-NR686 can stream HD video through 4K HDR with Dolby Vision and HDDR10 standards. The device can complement the picture with DTS: X and Dolby Atmos soundtracks. Also, Dolby Surround and DTS Neural: X decoders can be involved in creating the surround sound. In our Onkyo TX-RZ730 vs Onkyo TX-NR686 review, the lack of multi-channel preamp out TX-N686 should be noted. However, users can stream music through the built-in wireless Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi or FlareConnect. AirPlay and Bluetooth technology are also on board. It is possible to use the built-in streaming services with dynamic and emotional sound.

Onkyo TX-RZ730 pros and cons

Pros

  • The model can play Hi-Res files via USB
  • The device stays cold during the long operating day
  • Complete with THX-certified sound presets are supplied

Cons

  • The front panel display gives a minimum of information, which is not enough

Onkyo TX-NR686 pros and cons

Pros

  • The calibration system copes with its task perfectly and after adjustment, there is no need to make changes
  • The sound of films and music is crisp and powerful

Cons

  • There is no way to switch between digital and analog sources
  • Only audio files can be streamed via Chromecast

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Product

Onkyo TX-RZ730
Onkyo TX-NR686

Model

TX-RZ730
TX-NR686

Brand

Onkyo
Onkyo

Reviews

99
152

Amplifier

Channels

9.2
7.2

Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm

175/6
165/6

Output impedance, Ohm

6
6

Frequency response

5Hz-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

Advanced Music Optimizer, Theater-Dimensional, Hi-Res audio
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, 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

DeepColor, x.v.Color, HLG, BT.2020
DeepColor, x.v.Color

Additional features

Voice control

Google Assistant
Google Assistant

App control

iPhone, iPod, Android
iPhone, iPod, Android

Display

fluorescent
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

3
2

Zone audio output

speaker, preout
speaker, preout

Zone HDMI output

Multi-room control

Onkyo Controller app, FlareConnect
Onkyo Controller app, FlareConnect

RS-232

1
0

Remote control input/output (IR)

1/0
0/0

DC trigger output (12V)

1
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, 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
AIFF

Power

Operational power consumption, W

760
570

Standby consumption, W

0.15
0.15

Removable power cord

User manual

Manual

Dimensions

Size W x H x D, cm/inches

43.5 x 17.7 x 37.9/17 x 7.3 x 14.6
43.5 x 17.3 x 37.9/17 x 6.8 x 15.6

Weight, kg/lbs

10.8/22
10/22.1

Other

Release year

2018
2018
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