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The Yamaha RX-A850 AVR is a 7.2-channel home theater receiver delivering 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms with low distortion, designed for high-fidelity audio and immersive surround sound experiences. It supports Dolby Atmos for genuine 3D surround sound realism and includes Yamaha's Compressed Music Enhancer to improve playback quality of compressed audio formats. The receiver features built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and AirPlay for wireless music streaming, plus network connectivity for access to internet radio and streaming services like Pandora, Spotify, and SiriusXM. It offers 8 HDMI inputs and 2 outputs with support for 4K Ultra HD, HDCP 2.2, and HDR, enabling video upscaling and compatibility with the latest video standards. Audio inputs include multiple digital optical and coaxial inputs, five stereo RCA inputs, a phono input for vinyl playback, and 7.2-channel preamp outputs for external amplification. The RX-A850 also supports Yamaha's YPAO automatic room calibration, Pure Direct mode for unprocessed audio, and adaptive dynamic range control for comfortable listening at low volumes. Its robust build includes binding post speaker terminals compatible with various connectors and impedance settings. The unit measures approximately 435 x 171 x 382 mm and weighs about 10.6 kg. It is well-regarded for its powerful, precise soundstage, excellent effects placement, and ability to deliver both dynamic and subtle audio details, making it a strong choice for home cinema and high-fidelity music listening under MSRP.
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The NR1510's power @ 8ω is 50W against the RX-A850's 100W, its power @ 4ω 60W against 195W, and its thd 0.080% against 0.060%. Both share input sensitivity (0.5V RMS).
The TX-NR5100's power @ 8ω is 80W against the RX-A850's 100W, its power @ 4ω 165W against 195W, its thd 0.080% against 0.060%, and its input sensitivity 0.2V RMS against 0.5V RMS.
The STR-DN1080 matches the RX-A850 on power @ 8ω (100W), input sensitivity (0.5V RMS), input impedance (47Ω), and class (AB).
The RX-A2040's power @ 8ω is 140W against the RX-A850's 100W, its power @ 4ω 220W against 195W, and its weight 17.01 kg (38 lbs) against 8.2 kg (18 lbs). Both share thd (0.060%).
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