GENERAL | Onkyo TX-NR737 | Yamaha RX-A4A |
---|---|---|
Brand | Onkyo | Yamaha |
Series | Aventage | |
Model | TX-NR737 | RX-A4A |
Type | A/V Receiver | A/V Receiver |
Country | USA | USA |
Release Year | 2014 | 2021 |
Predecessor | Onkyo TX-NR727 | Yamaha RX-A1070 |
Successor | Onkyo TX-NR747 |
AMPLIFIER | Onkyo TX-NR737 | Yamaha RX-A4A |
---|---|---|
Channels | 7.2 | 7.2 |
Power Output | 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) | 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) |
Front Wide Channel Support | ||
WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology) | ||
VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) | ||
Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry | ||
THX™ Certification | Select™2 Plus | |
Continuous 6 Ω Rated | ||
Certified 4 Ω Performance | ||
Discrete Output Stage Circuitry | ||
3-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry | All Channels | |
PUSH-PULL Design | ||
Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor) | ||
Bi-amp Capability | ||
BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging) |
AUDIO FEATURES | Onkyo TX-NR737 | Yamaha RX-A4A |
---|---|---|
Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine | Dual 32-bit DSP for Powerful Advanced Processing | |
Surround:AI™ | ||
DAC | Burr-Brown | ESS Hyperstream DAC ES9007S |
DAC Specs | 192 kHz/24 Bit | 384 kHz/32 Bit |
Maximum Channel Processing | 7.1 | 7.1 |
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 | ||
Surround EX | also known as Dolby Digital Surround EX | |
DTS:X | ||
DTS Neural:X | ||
DTS Virtual:X | ||
DTS Neo | Neo:6 | |
DTS-HD Master Audio | ||
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio | ||
DTS 96/24 | ||
DTS Express | ||
DTS-ES | Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 | Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 |
IMAX Enhanced | ||
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer | ||
PCM | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input |
Network Audio Formats | MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD | |
Music Playback via USB | FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, WMA Lossless, Ogg, MP3, DSD, AAC, LPCM, Dolby TruHD | MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD |
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network | up to 96 kHz | up to 384 kHz/32 Bit |
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB | FLAC, WAV, WMA Lossless, Apple Lossless, DSD, AAC | Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD |
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 | |
DTS Dialogue Control | ||
Dialog Enhancement | ||
Dialog Level Adjustment | ||
Dialog normalization | ||
Dialogue Lift | ||
Tone Control | Front L/R Channels | |
Compressed Music Enhancer | Advanced Music Optimizer (bluetooth included) | |
High-resolution Music Enhancer | ||
Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control) | ||
Initial Volume & Maximum Volume Setting | ||
THX Processing Mode | ||
Audyssey Dynamic EQ | ||
Audyssey Dynamic Volume | ||
Audyssey LFC | ||
Audyssey Sub EQ HT | ||
Audyssey DSX | ||
Phase-Matching Bass Boost | for Deep Bass and Clear Mid-Range | |
Direct Mode | ||
Pure Audio Mode | ||
Pure Direct Analog Path Mode | ||
Straight Decoding Mode | ||
Pure Direct Mode | ||
CINEMA DSP | HD3 | |
DSP Programs | 24 | |
SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP | ||
Virtual Speakers | T-D (Theater-Dimensional) | including surround back |
Independent Subwoofer Outputs |
CALIBRATION | Onkyo TX-NR737 | Yamaha RX-A4A |
---|---|---|
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. | AccuEQ | YPAO sound optimization with R.S.C., Multipoint, 3D, 64-Bit High Precision EQ Calculation, Low Frequency mode and Angle measurement |
YPAO Volume | ||
PEQ for SUB | Down to 15.6 Hz |
VIDEO FEATURES | Onkyo TX-NR737 | Yamaha RX-A4A |
---|---|---|
HDR10 | ||
HDR10+ | ||
Dynamic HDR | ||
BT.2020 color space | ||
Dolby Vision | ||
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) | ||
HDMI Version | 2.1 | |
HDBaseT Compatible | ||
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) | ||
HDCP Version | 2.2 | 2.3 |
QMS (Quick Media Switching) | ||
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) | ||
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
QFT (Quick Frame transport) | ||
3-D Ready | ||
Video Signal Passthrough | up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:2:0) | up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 |
Video Signal Upscaling | up to 4K/30p (Marvell Qdeo) | up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 |
Analog To HDMI Upconversion | Component**, Composite | |
Component Video Upscaling | ||
Analog to Analog Video conversion | ||
Component Video Maximum Resolution | 1080i | |
isf Certified Calibration Control |
CONNECTIVITY | Onkyo TX-NR737 | Yamaha RX-A4A |
---|---|---|
Wi-Fi | ||
Bluetooth | SBC, AAC | |
Works with Amazon Alexa | ||
Google Assistant | ||
Chromecast Built-In | ||
Apple Siri | ||
Works with SonoS | ||
DTS Play-Fi | ||
MHL Input | Front HDMI | |
DLNA 1.5 | ||
MusicCast | ||
AirPlay | AirPlay via optional Onkyo RI Dock DS-A5 (sold separately) | AirPlay 2 |
Apple Product Connection | iPod and iPhone via optional Onkyo RI Dock DS-A5 (sold separately) | iPod, iPhone and iPad |
Remote App | Onkyo Remote App for iPod touch/iPhone and Android-Powered Devices | (iPhone® / iPad® / Android™ phone / tablet) |
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue |
TERMINALS | Onkyo TX-NR737 | Yamaha RX-A4A |
---|---|---|
HDMI Inputs | 7 (1 front) | 7 |
HDMI Outputs | 2 (simultaneous) | 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2) |
8K Inputs | 7 | |
USB Input | 1 (Front) | USB memory, Portable Audio Player |
USB DC Out Port | ||
Optical Inputs | 1 | 2 |
Optical Outputs | ||
Coaxial Inputs | 2 | 1 |
RCA Line Inputs | 6 | 3 |
RCA Line Outputs | ||
XLR Line Inputs | ||
Phono Input | ||
Multi-Channel Input | ||
RCA Pre-Outs | 0.2 | 7.2 |
XLR Pre-outs | ||
Composite Video Inputs | 3 | |
Composite Video Outputs | 1 | |
S-Video Inputs | ||
S-Video Outputs | ||
Component Video Inputs | 1 | |
Component Video Outputs | 1 | |
Ethernet | ||
Ethernet Switch | ||
PC In | ||
Front A/V Inputs | HDMI/MHL, USB | USB |
Speaker A/B | ||
Headphone Out | 6.3 mm (1/4") | 6.3 mm (1/4") |
Detachable Power Cord | ||
uport | ||
dockport |
ZONES | Onkyo TX-NR737 | Yamaha RX-A4A |
---|---|---|
Number of Zones | 3 | 2 |
Powered Zones | 2 | Zone 2 |
Zone 2 Outs | RCA Line Out | RCA Preout |
Zone 3 Outs | RCA Line Out | |
Zone B Video Output | ||
Zone GUI | ||
Whole House Mode | ||
RS-232C Interface | ||
+12V Trigger Output | 0 | 2 |
Remote (IR) Input/Output | 0 / 0 | 1 / 1 |
Party Mode |
MISCELLANEOUS | Onkyo TX-NR737 | Yamaha RX-A4A |
---|---|---|
On-Screen Display | Advanced "Home" GUI | Graphical User Interface |
SCENE | SCENE (8 sets) | |
Web Control | ||
PreAmp Mode | ||
Display | High-resolution LCD display | |
ONKYO-RI System Control | ||
RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI) | ||
Pre-Pro/Learning Remote | / | |
On Screen Remote Programming | ||
Bi-directional Remote Setup via GUI | ||
Activity Based Remote | ||
Smart Grid-Ready |
RADIO | Onkyo TX-NR737 | Yamaha RX-A4A |
---|---|---|
Analog Tuner | FM/AM | FM/AM |
Presets | 40 | 40 |
Digital Radio | ||
Internet Radio | TuneIn | |
Pandora | ||
Spotify | ||
Tidal | ||
Deezer | ||
Napster | ||
SiriusXM |
CONSTRUCTION | Onkyo TX-NR737 | Yamaha RX-A4A |
---|---|---|
Solid Aluminum Front | ||
A.R.T. Wedge | ||
Speaker Terminals | 9 | 9 |
Large Speaker Terminals | 9 | 9 |
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals | ||
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals | ||
Gold plated RCA terminals |
POWER | Onkyo TX-NR737 | Yamaha RX-A4A |
---|---|---|
Power Supply | AC 120 V, 60 Hz | AC 120 V, 60 Hz |
Independent Power Supply | 2 | |
H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) | Massive High Power Transformer | |
Toroidal Transformer | ||
Power Consumption | 6.9 A | 410 W |
No Sound Power | 85 W | |
Standby Power | 0.1 W | 0.4 W |
Capacitor Bank | 10,000 µF | |
ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function | ||
Auto Power Standby |
PHYSICAL | Onkyo TX-NR737 | Yamaha RX-A4A |
---|---|---|
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 435 mm x 175 mm x 379 mm 17-1/8" x 6-7/8" x 14-15/16" | 435 mm x 191 mm x 442 mm (with antenna: 435 mm x 270 mm x 442 mm) 17-1/8" x 7-1/2" x 17-3/8" (with antenna up: 17-1/8" x 10-5/8" x 17-3/8") |
Weight | 11.5 kg (25.4 lbs) | 16.2 kg (35.7 lbs) |
SPECIFICATIONS | Onkyo TX-NR737 | Yamaha RX-A4A |
---|---|---|
Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) | 110 W (0.08% THD) | 110 W (0.06% THD) |
Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC) | 120 W (0.9% THD) | |
Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven) | 135 W (0.9% THD) | |
Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA) | 165 W (10% THD) | |
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) | 125 W (0.7% THD) | |
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC) | 140 W (0.9% THD) | |
Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC) | 185 W | 170 W (10% THD) |
Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC) | 170 W (1% THD) | |
Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven) | 170 W (0.9% THD, Front) | |
Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front) | 250 W | |
Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front) | 220 W | |
Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front) | 130 W | |
THD | 0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power) | 0.05% (AUDIO 2 etc. to Speaker Out, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 55 W, 8 Ω) |
THD (Phono) | 0.04% (Phono to PRE OUT, 1 kHz, 1 V) | |
Damping Factor | 60 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω) | 120 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω) |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line) | 200 mV/47 kΩ (Line) | 220 mV/47 kΩ |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM) | 2.5 mV/47 kΩ | 3.7 mV/47 kΩ |
Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line) | 2.4 V (1 kHz, 0.5% THD) | |
Maximum Input Sensitivity (Phono) | 45 mV (1 kHz, 0.5% THD) | |
Rated Preout Level and Impedance | 200 mV/470 Ω | 1.0 V/470 Ω |
Maximum Preout Level and Impedance | 2.0 V | |
Maximum Lineout Level and Impedance | 2 V/2.2 kΩ | |
Phono Overload | 70 mV (MM, 1kHz, 0.5% Direct) | |
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) | 106 dB | 110 dB |
S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) | 80 dB | 95 dB |
Phono RIAA Deviation | 0±0.5 dB (20 Hz - 20 kHz) | |
Frequency Response (Analog In) | 5 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct Mode) | +0/-3 dB (AUDIO 2 etc. to Front, Pure Direct, 10 Hz to 100 kHz) |
Residual noise (IHF-A Network) | 150 µV (Speaker Out) | |
Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE) | 75 dB/61 dB | |
Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (Phono) | 75 dB/60 dB | |
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI | 2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz | 2.8 MHz |
DSD Sampling Rates via USB | 2.8 MHz | 11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 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) | |
Video Frequency Response | 5 Hz - 100 MHz/+0 dB, -3 dB (Component) | |
Ethernet Standard | 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX | 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX |
Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11 b/g/n | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
Bluetooth Version | 2․1 + EDR | 4․2 |
Bluetooth Frequency | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
USB Terminal | USB2.0 5 V, 1 A | |
FM Frequency | 87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz | 87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz |
FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.) | Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf) | |
FM S/N Ratio | Mono/Stereo: 69 dB/68 dB | |
FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz) | Mono/Stereo: 0.5%/0.6% | |
AM Frequency | 522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz | 530 kHz - 1710 kHz |
Warranty | 2 Years | 3 Years |
* - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
** - 480i/576i only
*** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
**** - 1080p signal is not converted
For a full review please go to the review page: