Yamaha TSR & RX-S AV Receivers Compared

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You’re not alone if you are confused by all the different AV receivers in the Yamaha product range.

The best way to understand the different models is to compare them on a single page – and summarise the most important features of each.

Here are the main product ranges in the Yamaha AV receiver lineup:

  • AVENTAGE Series: top-of-the-range models with the latest features, highest quality components, and engineering.
  • RX-V Series: mid-range with many of the features expected in a modern AV receiver.
  • TSR Series: mid-range with high-end audio converters for better audio performance.
  • RX-S Series: slim and compact receivers for those with less space.

This page will compare the TSR Series and RX-S Series of AV receivers.

If you want a detailed comparison of the other two, look at the guides to Yamaha AVENTAGE AV receivers and the Yamaha RX-V receiver series.

The models below are from the last couple of years, and the release year is listed for each.

The MSRP (Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price) is useful to quickly show each model’s level. However, be aware that you will often be able to buy a receiver below the MSRP – especially if you can find an older model still in stock.

The specifications are from the US models, but these will often be similar worldwide.

Don’t forget to check out the guide to buying the best AV receivers if you need a better understanding of AV receivers in general.


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YAMAHA TSR SERIES

In terms of features and price, the TSR range is on a similar level to the RX-V series. So why would you go for a TSR model? Well, mainly if you are an audiophile. The TSR series of receivers come with high-end Burr-Brown DACS (Digital Audio Converters) and Yamaha’s Cinema DSP 3D processing.

2021

Yamaha TSR-700

Exclusive to Costco – the same as the RX-V6A.

MSRP: $649.95

Yamaha TSR-700 7.2-Ch AV Receiver
Yamaha TSR-700 7.2-Ch AV Receiver
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Yamaha TSR-700 7.2-Ch AV Receiver - Rear View
Yamaha TSR-700 – Rear View
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Yamaha TSR-700 Manual
Yamaha TSR-700 Specifications
Channels 7.2
Dolby Atmos 5.2.2
HDMI In/Out 7/1 (eARC)
Other Video In None
Other Video Out None
Audio In 3x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono
Audio Pre Out/Line Out Front L+R + Subwoofer (x2) / Zone 2 (2-Ch)
Other Audio Out ---
USB Connection 1x Front
Zones Zone 2 (2-ch audio - powered or line out)
Auto Room Calibration YPAO-R.S.C (Reflected Sound Control) and Multi-Point
Power (W/Ch)* 100
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) 8 and higher
UHD Support 8K/60p & 4K/120p, HDCP2.3
HDR Support HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
Network/Wireless Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (Transmit & Receive), MusicCast Surround + Multi-Room, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect
Voice Control Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri (via Airplay 2)
Dolby Decoders Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos
DTS Decoders DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X
Other Audio Decoders DSD (up to 11.2 MHz), LPCM (Up to 7.1ch)
Selected Processing Modes Dolby Surround, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, DTS Neural:X, DTS Neo:6
Dimensions (W x H x D) 17-1/8 x 6-3/4 x 14-7/8 in | 435 x 171 x 379 mm (w/o antenna)
Weight (lbs/Kg) 21.6/9.8
Year 2021
* 8 Ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.06% THD, 2 Channels Driven
2018

Yamaha TSR-7850

MSRP: $699

Yamaha TSR-7850 7.2-Ch AV Receiver
Yamaha TSR-7850 7.2-Ch AV Receiver
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Yamaha TSR-7850 7.2-Ch AV Receiver - Rear View
Yamaha TSR-7850 – Rear View
Image Credit: Yamaha
Yamaha TSR-7850 Manual
Yamaha TSR-7850 Specifications
Channels 7.2
Dolby Atmos 5.2.2
HDMI In/Out 5/2
Other Video In 1x Composite, 1x Component
Other Video Out None
Audio In 3x Stereo RCA, 2x Optical, 2x Coaxial, 1x Phono
Audio Pre Out/Line Out Front L+R + Subwoofer (x2) / Zone 2 (2-Ch)
Other Audio Out ---
USB Connection 1x Front
Zones Zone 2 (2-ch audio)
Auto Room Calibration YPAO-R.S.C (Reflected Sound Control)
Power (W/Ch)* 95
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) 6 - 8
UHD Support 4K/60p, HDCP2.2
HDR Support HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
Network/Wireless Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, MusicCast Surround + Multi-Room, AirPlay 2
Voice Control Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri (via AirPlay 2)
Dolby Decoders Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos
DTS Decoders DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X
Other Audio Decoders DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch)
Selected Processing Modes Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X, DTS Neo:6
Dimensions (W x H x D) 17-1/8 x 6-3/4 x 15 in | 435 x 171 x 380 mm (w/o antenna)
Weight (lbs/Kg) 23.4/10.6
Year 2018
* 8 Ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.06% THD, 2 Channels Driven
2017

Yamaha TSR-5830

MSRP: $499

Yamaha TSR-5830 7.2-Ch AV Receiver
Yamaha TSR-5830 7.2-Ch AV Receiver
Image Credit: Yamaha
Yamaha TSR-5830 7.2-Ch AV Receiver - Rear View
Yamaha TSR-5830 – Rear View
Image Credit: Yamaha
Yamaha TSR-5830 Manual
Yamaha TSR-5830 Specifications
Channels 7.2
Dolby Atmos 5.2.2
HDMI In/Out 4/1
Other Video In 3x Composite
Other Video Out 1x Composite
Audio In 3x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 2x Coaxial
Audio Pre Out/Line Out Subwoofer (x2)
Other Audio Out ---
USB Connection 1x Front
Zones Zone B (2-ch audio)
Auto Room Calibration YPAO
Power (W/Ch)* 80
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) 6 - 8
UHD Support 4K/60p, HDCP2.2
HDR Support HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
Network/Wireless Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, MusicCast Multi-Room, AirPlay
Voice Control Alexa
Dolby Decoders Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos
DTS Decoders DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X
Other Audio Decoders DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch)
Selected Processing Modes Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X, DTS Neo:6
Dimensions (W x H x D) 17-1/8 x 6-3/8 x 12-7/8 in | 435 x 161 x 327 mm (w/o antenna)
Weight (lbs/Kg) 17.9/8.1
Year 2017
* 8 Ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.09% THD, 2 Channels Driven
2016

Yamaha TSR-7810

MSRP: $849

Yamaha TSR-7810 7.2-Ch AV Receiver
Yamaha TSR-7810 7.2-Ch AV Receiver
Image Credit: Yamaha
Yamaha TSR-7810 7.2-Ch AV Receiver - Rear View
Yamaha TSR-7810 – Rear View
Image Credit: Yamaha
Yamaha TSR-7810 Manual
Yamaha TSR-7810 Specifications
Channels 7.2
Dolby Atmos 5.2.2
HDMI In/Out 5+1/2
Other Video In 4x Composite, 2x Component
Other Video Out 1x Composite, 1x Component
Audio In 4x Stereo RCA, 2x Optical, 2x Coaxial, 1x Phono
Audio Pre Out/Line Out 7.2-Ch / Zone 2 (2-Ch)
Other Audio Out ---
USB Connection 1x Front
Zones Zone 2 (2-ch audio)
Auto Room Calibration YPAO-R.S.C (Reflected Sound Control) Multi-Point
Power (W/Ch)* 95
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) 4 - 8
UHD Support 4K/60p, HDCP2.2
HDR Support HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
Network/Wireless Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, MusicCast Multi-Room, AirPlay
Voice Control Alexa
Dolby Decoders Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos
DTS Decoders DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X
Other Audio Decoders DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch)
Selected Processing Modes Dolby Surround, DTS Neo:6
Dimensions (W x H x D) 17-1/8 x 6-3/4 x 14-7/8 in | 435 x 171 x 379 mm (w/o antenna)
Weight (lbs/Kg) 23.4/10.6
Year 2016
* 8 Ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.06% THD, 2 Channels Driven

YAMAHA RX-S SERIES

Compared to the rest of the Yamaha range, the RX-S series of AV receivers have one main advantage. These receivers are slim, compact models that will fit neatly into most home theater setups. The problem some people have with AV receivers is they are bulky and hard to hide. So, if you want the convenience of an AV receiver but not the installation headaches, maybe this is the way to go.

2018

Yamaha RX-S602

MSRP: $649

Yamaha RX-S602 5.1-Ch AV Receiver
Yamaha RX-S602 5.1-Ch AV Receiver
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Yamaha RX-S602 5.1-Ch AV Receiver - Rear View
Yamaha RX-S602 – Rear View
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Yamaha RX-S602 Manual
Yamaha RX-S602 Specifications
Channels 5.1
Dolby Atmos None
HDMI In/Out 4/1
Other Video In 3x Composite
Other Video Out 1x Composite
Audio In 3x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 2x Coaxial
Audio Pre Out/Line Out Subwoofer (x1)
Other Audio Out ---
USB Connection 1x Front
Zones Zone 2 (2-ch audio)
Auto Room Calibration YPAO
Power (W/Ch)* 55
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) 6 - 8
UHD Support 4K/60p, HDCP2.2
HDR Support HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
Network/Wireless Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, MusicCast Surround + Multi-Room, AirPlay 2
Voice Control Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri (via AirPlay 2)
Dolby Decoders Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD
DTS Decoders DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio
Other Audio Decoders DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch)
Selected Processing Modes Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS Neo:6
Dimensions (W x H x D) 17-1/8 x 4-3/8 x 12-7/8 in | 435 x 111 x 328 mm (w/o antenna)
Weight (lbs/Kg) 17.2/7.8
Year 2018
* 8 Ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.09% THD, 2 Channels Driven
2015

Yamaha RX-S601

MSRP: $649

Yamaha RX-S601 5.1-Ch AV Receiver
Yamaha RX-S601 5.1-Ch AV Receiver
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Yamaha RX-S601 5.1-Ch AV Receiver - Rear View
Yamaha RX-S601 – Rear View
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Yamaha RX-S601 Manual
Yamaha RX-S601 Specifications
Channels 5.1
Dolby Atmos None
HDMI In/Out 6/1
Other Video In 3x Composite
Other Video Out 1x Composite
Audio In 3x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 2x Coaxial
Audio Pre Out/Line Out Subwoofer (x1)
Other Audio Out ---
USB Connection 1x Front
Zones Zone 2 (2-ch audio)
Auto Room Calibration YPAO
Power (W/Ch)* 55
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) 6 - 8
UHD Support 4K/60p, HDCP2.2
HDR Support ---
Network/Wireless Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, MusicCast Multi-Room, AirPlay
Voice Control Alexa
Dolby Decoders Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD
DTS Decoders DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio
Other Audio Decoders DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch)
Selected Processing Modes Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS Neo:6
Dimensions (W x H x D) 17-1/8 x 4-3/8 x 12-7/8 in | 435 x 111 x 327 mm (w/o antenna)
Weight (lbs/Kg) 17.2/7.8
Year 2015
* 8 Ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.09% THD, 2 Channels Driven
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