Onkyo TX-RZ50 vs Onkyo TX-RZ740

      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • THX™Select™ Certified
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough, 8K Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • THX™Select™ Certified
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Onkyo TX-RZ50 to Onkyo TX-RZ740 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 9 channel amplifiers with Onkyo TX-RZ50's being more powerful.


      Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 was introduced in 2021. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K video signal.

      Onkyo TX-RZ740 was introduced in 2019. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K video signal.


      We evaluated Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Onkyo TX-RZ740 and gave them scores of 93 and 91 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

      Onkyo TX-RZ50

      Onkyo TX-RZ740

      Amplifier
      92
      Amplifier
      91
      Audio Features
      91
      Audio Features
      91
      Video Features
      100
      Video Features
      95
      Connectivity
      91
      Connectivity
      88
      Zones
      91
      Zones
      91
      Radio
      92
      Radio
      92
      OVERALL
      93
      OVERALL
      91

      For more details about the ranking please go to    Evaluations section.

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Onkyo TX-RZ740.

      PROS

      Onkyo TX-RZ50

      Onkyo TX-RZ740

      •   High Power Output - 120 W
      •   THX™ Certification
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   8K Upscaling
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   THX™ Certification
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      CONS

      Onkyo TX-RZ50

      Onkyo TX-RZ740

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Onkyo TX-RZ50

      Onkyo TX-RZ740

      •   9.2 Channels
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 100 W
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      3. Advantage of Onkyo TX-RZ50

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-RZ50 over Onkyo TX-RZ740.

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      Onkyo TX-RZ50 vs Onkyo TX-RZ740
      Higher Power Output 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      More Advanced Auto Speaker Calibration System Dirac Live™ and AccuEQ Room Corrections vs AccuEQ Advance with AccuReflex™
      HDR10+ vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
      QMS vs
      Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through vs
      VRR vs
      QFT vs
      Video Signal Passthrough up to 8K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4) vs up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K vs 1080p to 4K
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      More 8K Inputs 7 vs
      More Speaker Terminals 11 vs 9
      More Large Speaker Terminals 11 vs 9
      Bigger Power Supply 850 W vs 750 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 120 W (0.08% THD) vs 100 W (0.08% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) 250 W (10% THD) vs 225 W (10% THD)
      Wi-Fi Standard IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac vs IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
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      4. Advantage of Onkyo TX-RZ740

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-RZ740 over Onkyo TX-RZ50.

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      Onkyo TX-RZ50 vs Onkyo TX-RZ740
      Higher DAC Specs 192 kHz/24 Bit vs 384 kHz/32 Bit
      Music Playback via USB FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC vs FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC vs FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD
      More RCA Line Inputs 6 vs 7 (1 Front)
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI vs HDMI, Mini-Jack

      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
        THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2) Select™ (previously known as Select2)
        Channel Processing11.211.2
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        DTS:X
        IMAX Enhanced
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Dirac Live™ and AccuEQ Room Corrections AccuEQ Advance with AccuReflex™
        HDR10
        Dolby Vision
        New HDCP Version2.32.3
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite Component**, Composite
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD SBC, AAC
        Chromecast Built-In
        Many HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)7 (1 front)
        USB Input1 (Rear)1 (Rear)
        Many RCA Line Inputs67 (1 Front)
        Phono Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)11.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)
        Composite Video Inputs22
        Component Video Inputs11
        Ethernet
        Zones33
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
      WEAKNESSES Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740

      9 channel Linear Class A/B Amplifier: Onkyo TX-RZ50 features 9 channel power amplifier with Linear Class A/B design. It is rated at 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      9 channel Amplifier: Onkyo TX-RZ740 features 9 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      • Dynamic Audio Amplification: Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Onkyo TX-RZ740 feature Dynamic Audio Amplification which is Onkyo’s amplification philosophy that focuses on capturing the energy and dynamism contained in the audio signal and reproducing it without loss. Audio signals are not static like a test tone, but rather a countless collection of constantly moving waves. While static measurements such as S/N ratio and Total Harmonic Distortion are important, Onkyo believes that excellent dynamic and transient response is the key to emotionally involving sound. Dynamism - the “life” in music - is achieved when the amp can respond to changes in the signal instantaneously, so notes start and stop naturally and the nuances in attack, decay, sustain, and release are voiced with conviction. Onkyo home theater receivers represent the culmination of almost 70 years’ experience in amplifier design. The unique elements of their amplification system comprise high-current, low-impedance architecture to accurately control large speaker cones while enabling instantaneous response to dynamic changes, and discrete wide-range amplifier circuit topology to eliminate phase shift for clear and accurate audio imaging.

      THX™ Select™ (previously known as Select2) certification

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Onkyo TX-RZ740 are THX™ Select™ (previously known as Select2) certified. This means that they are made for medium sized rooms, up to 2,000 cubic feet in size, with a 10-12 foot viewing distance from the screen.

      AMPLIFIER Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      Channels9.29.2
      Power Output120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Dynamic Audio Amplification
      Non-Phase Shift Amplifier Original 2-stage
      VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) Front L/R Channels Front L/R Channels
      THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2) Select™ (previously known as Select2)
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Discrete Output Stage Circuitry
      Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)
      Bi-amp Capability
      BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging)

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      Onkyo TX-RZ50's and Onkyo TX-RZ740's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ740: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ740: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ740: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are 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.

      8. Immersive Audio Formats

      Dolby Atmos

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Onkyo TX-RZ740 support Dolby Atmos.

      • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Both models support Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.
      • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Both models support Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization which is a digital signal processing solution that leverages Dolby's deep understanding of human audio perception to create the sensation of overhead sound from the listener-level speakers.

      DTS:X

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Onkyo TX-RZ740 support DTS:X.

      • DTS Neural:X: Both models feature DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
      • DTS Dialog Control: Both models have DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.

      IMAX Enhanced

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Onkyo TX-RZ740 are IMAX Enhanced certified. To qualify for IMAX Enhanced certification, 4K HDR televisions, projectors, sound bars, a/v receivers, loudspeakers, powered subwoofers and other premium home entertainment devices must meet carefully prescribed performance requirements established by IMAX, DTS and Hollywood's leading experts.

      • What makes an IMAX Enhanced A/V receiver different from an A/V receiver with DTS:X technology? DTS:X technology is commonly found in most multi-channel A/V receivers on the market today. All IMAX Enhanced A/V receivers include DTS:X technology and deliver additional features, such as auto-sensing of IMAX Enhanced content, via IMAX Mode. IMAX Mode indicates that your A/V receiver supports fully immersive IMAX signature sound.
      AUDIO DECODING Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      Dolby Atmos
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic
      Dolby Digital EX
      THX Listening Modes
      DTS:X
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo
      DTS-HD Master Audio
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
      DTS 96/24
      DTS Express
      DTS-ES
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

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      9. HDMI

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

      Onkyo TX-RZ740 comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

      • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Onkyo TX-RZ50: All inputs pass up to 8K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4) video signal.
        4K/60Hz Passthrough on Onkyo TX-RZ740: All inputs pass up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4) video signal.
      • 8K Upscaling on Onkyo TX-RZ50: It can upscale 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K from HDMI and analog sources.
        4K Upscaling on Onkyo TX-RZ740: It can upscale 1080p to 4K from HDMI and analog sources.
      • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Both receivers support analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
      • 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.
      • Quick Media Switching (QMS): With HDMI 2.1a, Quick Media Switching for movies and video uses the HDMI VRR mechanism to eliminate the blackout period when an HDMI Source device switches its video mode. As long as the resolution remains the same and only the frame rate changes, QMS will instantly switch between frame rates. QMS eliminates A/V blackouts by using VRR technology to change frame rates, allowing instant changes from 24Hz to 60Hz frame rate, and anywhere in-between. The viewer never sees blank screens and gets a seamless experience (available on Onkyo TX-RZ50 only).
      • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

      HDR (High Dynamic Range)

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

      Onkyo TX-RZ740 supports 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.


      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 supports Audio Return Channel (ARC) which 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.


      Gaming Features

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



      VIDEO FEATURES Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.32.3
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K 1080p to 4K

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Onkyo TX-RZ740 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Onkyo TX-RZ740 have 11.2 preamplifier outputs which allow you to connect the receivers to the external power amplifiers. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the receiver to power the rest. Also, both receivers have 11 channel processing but have only 9 channel amplifiers, so they need external amplifiers connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach their maximum speaker configurations.
      • Analog Line Inputs: There are 6 pair of line inputs on Onkyo TX-RZ50 and 7 pair of line inputs on Onkyo TX-RZ740 for connecting sources with analog outputs.
      • Digital Inputs: 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input 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:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50
        Inputs:
        7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
        8K Inputs: 7.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ740
        Inputs:
        7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50
        Inputs:
        2   Outputs: 0.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ740
        Inputs:
        2   Outputs: 0.
      • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one. Both receivers support up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50
        Inputs:
        1   Outputs: 0.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ740
        Inputs:
        1   Outputs: 0.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Onkyo TX-RZ50: HDMI
      • Onkyo TX-RZ740: HDMI, Mini-Jack

      Onkyo TX-RZ50

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      Onkyo TX-RZ740

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      TERMINALS Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)7 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
      8K Inputs7
      USB Input1 (Rear)1 (Rear)
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs11
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs11
      RCA Line Inputs67 (1 Front)
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs11.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)11.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs22
      Composite Video Outputs
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs11
      Component Video Outputs

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Onkyo TX-RZ740 and gave them scores of 93 and 91 out of 100 recpectively. We also gave separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new receiver is added to the database.


      Onkyo TX-RZ50

      Onkyo TX-RZ740

      OVERALL
      93
      OVERALL
      91

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   High Power Output - 120 W
      •   THX™ Certification
      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 100 W
      •   THX™ Certification

      Audio Features

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI

      Video Features

      EXCELLENT
      100
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   8K Upscaling
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      EXCELLENT
      95
      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

      Connectivity

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   No eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      Zones

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   3 Zones
      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   3 Zones

      Radio

      EXCELLENT
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      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
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      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      BrandOnkyoOnkyo
      ModelTX-RZ50TX-RZ740
      TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
      CountryNorth AmericaNorth America
      Release Year20212019
      PredecessorOnkyo TX-RZ840 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      AMPLIFIER Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      Channels9.29.2
      Power Output120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Amplifier DesignLinear Class A/B
      Dynamic Audio Amplification
      Non-Phase Shift Amplifier Original 2-stage
      VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) Front L/R Channels Front L/R Channels
      THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2) Select™ (previously known as Select2)
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Discrete Output Stage Circuitry
      Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)
      Bi-amp Capability
      BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging)
      AUDIO FEATURES Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine32-bit Digital Signal Processing Engines32-bit Digital Signal Processing Engines
      DACAKM AK4458
      DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit384 kHz/32 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing11.211.2
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic
      Dolby Digital EX
      THX Listening Modes
      DTS:X
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo
      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
      Network Audio FormatsFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, LPCMFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, MPEG-4 AAC, LPCM
      Music Playback via USBFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AACFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD
      High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz up to 192 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USBFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AACFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD
      Gapless Playback
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input 2-ch Input
      DSD to PCM Converter
      USB DAC
      Jitter Reduction PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF Audio PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF Audio
      DTS Dialogue Control
      Dialog Enhancement
      Dialog normalization
      Dialogue Lift
      Tone Control All Channels All Channels
      Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Music Optimizer Advanced Music Optimizer (bluetooth included)
      High-resolution Music Enhancer
      THX Processing Mode
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume
      Audyssey LFC
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT
      Audyssey DSX
      Direct Mode
      Pure Audio Mode
      Pure Direct Analog Path Mode
      Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional) T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs
      CALIBRATION Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Dirac Live™ and AccuEQ Room Corrections AccuEQ Advance with AccuReflex™
      VIDEO FEATURES Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDMI Version2.1
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.32.3
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K 1080p to 4K
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite Component**, Composite
      Component Video Upscaling
      Analog to Analog Video conversion
      Component Video Maximum Resolution480i/576i480i/576i
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD SBC, AAC
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Google Assistant
      Chromecast Built-In
      Apple Siri
      Works with SonoS
      DTS Play-Fi via Onkyo Music Control app via Onkyo Music Control app
      MHL Input
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay 2 after firmware update
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad
      Remote AppOnkyo Controller and Music Control appsOnkyo Onkyo Controller and Music Control apps
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)7 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
      8K Inputs7
      USB Input1 (Rear)1 (Rear)
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs11
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs11
      RCA Line Inputs67 (1 Front)
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs11.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)11.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs22
      Composite Video Outputs
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs11
      Component Video Outputs
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsHDMIHDMI, Mini-Jack
      Speaker A/B
      Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      uport
      ZONES Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      Number of Zones33
      Powered Zones 2 and 3 2 and 3
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out (shared with Zone B Line out)HDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out (shared with Zone B Line out)
      Zone 3 OutsRCA Pre/Line OutRCA Pre/Line Out
      Whole House Mode
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output1 (MAIN, 100 mA)1 (MAIN, 100 mA)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 01 / 0
      MISCELLANEOUS Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      On-Screen Display Graphical User Interface with Overlaid On-Screen Display (OSD) via HDMI Graphical User Interface with Overlaid On-Screen Display (OSD) via HDMI
      GUI Languages77
      IP Control
      ONKYO-RI System Control
      RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI)
      Smart Grid-Ready
      RADIO Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
      Presets4040
      Digital Radio
      Internet Radio TuneIn TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      Solid Aluminum Front
      Speaker Terminals119
      Large Speaker Terminals119
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Custom High-Current Low-Noise Power Transformer Customized Transformer
      Toroidal Transformer
      Power Consumption850 W750 W
      No Sound Power75 W75 W
      Standby Power0.1 W0.15 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      PHYSICAL Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 201.5 mm x 398 mm
      17-1/8" x 7-15/16" x 15-11/16"
      435 mm x 177 mm x 379.5 mm
      17-1/8" x 6-15/16" x 14-15/16"
      Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)570 mm x 335 mm x 490 mm
      22-7/16" x 13-3/16" x 19-5/16"
      534 mm x 265 mm x 468 mm
      21" x 10-7/16" x 18-7/16"
      Weight14 kg (30.9 lbs)10.8 kg (23.8 lbs)
      Weight of Package17.0 kg (37.5 lbs)13.5 kg (29.8 lbs)
      SPECIFICATIONS Onkyo TX-RZ50 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)120 W (0.08% THD)100 W (0.08% THD)
      Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)250 W (10% THD)225 W (10% THD)
      Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)250 W250 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)220 W220 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)130 W130 W
      THD0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ3.5 mV/47 kΩ
      Rated Preout Level and Impedance1 V/470 Ω1 V/470 Ω
      Rated Headphone Power Output85 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)85 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
      Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)106 dB106 dB
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)80 dB80 dB
      Frequency Response (Analog In)5 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)5 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
      DSD Sampling Rates via USB2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 MHz2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 MHz
      Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
      0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
      1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
      1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
      0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
      1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
      Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
      Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/acIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
      Bluetooth Version4․24․2
      Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
      USB TerminalVer. 2.0, 5 V, 1 AVer. 2.0, 5 V, 1 A
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
      FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)
      AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz530 kHz - 1710 kHz
      Warranty3 Years3 Years

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

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