If you are looking for the best Yamaha AV receiver, then you need to be checking out their AVENTAGE range.
This series of receivers, preamplifiers and power amplifiers are designed to sound great. Engineered with top-quality components and designed with performance in mind.
They feature all the latest audio and video technologies that you would expect from a modern AV receiver.
The problem is, every year Yamaha release several different AVENTAGE AV receiver models.
So, the tricky part can be understanding the differences between them. And, what has changed between last year and this year's model.
To help in your search, I've compiled a list of each AVENTAGE receiver, and selected the most important features. I've also made it clear the year each model was released.
To get a better idea of the complete range of Yamaha AV receivers available, take a look at this summary:
As I've said, on this page I will be comparing the AVENTAGE series. You can also take a look at guides to the Yamaha RX-V AV receiver series and the Yamaha RX-S and TSR series of receivers.
The models listed below are the USA releases. You may find that the models around the world may vary slightly, but they will usually be similar.
I have also included the MSRP - Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price. You will often find retailers selling below this price, but it a useful guide as to the quality of each AV receiver.
For the sake of completeness, I've also included the AVENTAGE preamplifier and power amplifier models. These aren't integrated AV receivers, and need to be paired together before you can use them.
Don't forget to take a look at my AV receiver buying guide if you want to understand a little more about what all the features are for.
2018
Channels | 11 |
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Dolby Atmos | N/A |
HDMI In / Out | N/A |
Zones | N/A |
Pre Out | N/A |
Power (W)* | 150 |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 8+ |
UHD / HDR Support | N/A |
Network / Wireless | N/A |
Auto Room Calibration | N/A |
Selected Audio Decoders | N/A |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | N/A |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 8-1/4 x 18-1/4 in (435 x 211 x 464 mm) |
Weight (lbs) | 58.2 |
2018
Channels | 11.2 |
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Dolby Atmos | Processing up to 7.2.4 |
HDMI In / Out | 7/3 (ARC) |
Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio) / Zone 3 (2-ch audio) / Zone 4 (HDMI) |
Pre Out | 11.2-Ch - XLR & RCA |
Power (W)* | N/A |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | N/A |
UHD / HDR Support | 4K/60p, 4:4:4, HDCP2.2 / HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
Network / Wireless | Ethernet / Wi-Fi / AirPlay / Bluetooth / MusicCast Surround + Multi-Room / Spotify Connect / Amazon Alexa |
Auto Room Calibration | YPAO-R.S.C (Reflected Sound Control) Multi-Point with 3D, 64-bit High Precision EQ Calculation and Angle Measurement |
Selected Audio Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 & Discrete6.1), DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch) |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | Surround:AI, Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-1/2 x 18-5/8 in | 435 x 193 x 474 mm (w/o antenna) |
Weight (lbs) | 33.5 |
2018
Channels | 9.2 |
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Dolby Atmos | 5.2.4 / 7.2.2 |
HDMI In / Out | 7/3 (ARC) |
Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio) / Zone 3 (2-ch audio) / Zone 4 (HDMI) |
Pre Out | 11.2-Ch |
Power (W)* | 150 |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 8 |
UHD / HDR Support | 4K/60p, 4:4:4, HDCP2.2 / HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
Network / Wireless | Ethernet / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / MusicCast Surround + Multi-Room / AirPlay / Spotify Connect / Amazon Alexa |
Auto Room Calibration | YPAO-R.S.C (Reflected Sound Control) Multi-Point with 3D, 64-bit High Precision EQ Calculation and Angle Measurement |
Selected Audio Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 & Discrete6.1), DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch) |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | Surround:AI, Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X, DTS Neo:6 |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-1/2 x 18-5/8 in | 435 x 192 x 474 mm (w/o antenna) |
Weight (lbs) | 39.9 |
2018
Channels | 9.2 |
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Dolby Atmos | 5.2.4 / 7.2.2 |
HDMI In / Out | 7/3 (ARC) |
Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio) / Zone 3 (2-ch audio) / Zone 4 (HDMI) |
Pre Out | 7.2-Ch |
Power (W)* | 140 |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 8 |
UHD / HDR Support | 4K/60p, 4:4:4, HDCP2.2 / HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
Network / Wireless | Ethernet / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / MusicCast Surround + Multi-Room / AirPlay / Spotify Connect / Amazon Alexa |
Auto Room Calibration | YPAO-R.S.C (Reflected Sound Control) Multi-Point with 3D, 64-bit High Precision EQ Calculation and Angle Measurement |
Selected Audio Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 & Discrete6.1), DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch) |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | Surround:AI, Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X, DTS Neo:6 |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-1/2 x 18-5/8 in | 435 x 192 x 474 mm (w/o antenna) |
Weight (lbs) | 37.5 |
2018
Channels | 7.2 |
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Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
HDMI In / Out | 7/3 (ARC) |
Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio) |
Pre Out | 7.2-Ch |
Power (W)* | 110 |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 8 |
UHD / HDR Support | 4K/60p, 4:4:4, HDCP2.2 / HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
Network / Wireless | Ethernet / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / MusicCast Surround + Multi-Room / AirPlay / Spotify Connect / Amazon Alexa |
Auto Room Calibration | YPAO-R.S.C (Reflected Sound Control) Multi-Point with Precision EQ Calculation |
Selected Audio Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 & Discrete6.1), DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch) |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | Surround:AI, Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X, DTS Neo:6 |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-1/8 x 17-1/4 in | 435 x 182 x 439 mm (w/o antenna) |
Weight (lbs) | 32.8 |
2018
Channels | 7.2 |
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Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
HDMI In / Out | 7/2 (ARC) |
Zones | Zone 2 (2-ch audio) |
Pre Out | 7.2-Ch |
Power (W)* | 100 |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 6 - 8 |
UHD / HDR Support | 4K/60p, 4:4:4, HDCP2.2 / HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
Network / Wireless | Ethernet / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / MusicCast Surround + Multi-Room / AirPlay / Spotify Connect / Amazon Alexa |
Auto Room Calibration | YPAO-R.S.C (Reflected Sound Control) Multi-Point |
Selected Audio Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 & Discrete6.1), DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch) |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | 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) | 23.4 |
2018
Channels | 7.2 |
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Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
HDMI In / Out | 5/2 (ARC) |
Zones | Zone 2 (2-ch audio) |
Pre Out | Front L+R + Subwoofer (x2) |
Power (W)* | 95 |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 6 - 8 |
UHD / HDR Support | 4K/60p, 4:4:4, HDCP2.2 / HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
Network / Wireless | Ethernet / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / MusicCast Surround + Multi-Room / AirPlay / Spotify Connect / Amazon Alexa |
Auto Room Calibration | YPAO-R.S.C (Reflected Sound Control) |
Selected Audio Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 & Discrete6.1), DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch) |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | 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) | 23.4 |
2018
Channels | 7.2 |
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Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
HDMI In / Out | 4/1 (ARC) |
Zones | Zone B (2-ch audio) |
Pre Out | Subwoofer (x2) |
Power (W)* | 80 |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 6 - 8 |
UHD / HDR Support | 4K/60p, 4:4:4, HDCP2.2 / HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
Network / Wireless | Ethernet / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / MusicCast Surround + Multi-Room / AirPlay / Spotify Connect / Amazon Alexa |
Auto Room Calibration | YPAO |
Selected Audio Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 & Discrete6.1), DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch) |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X, DTS Neo:6 |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-3/8 x 13 in | 435 x 161 x 330 mm (w/o antenna) |
Weight (lbs) | 18.3 |
2017
Channels | 9.2 |
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Dolby Atmos | 5.2.4 / 7.2.2 |
HDMI In / Out | 7+1/2 (ARC) |
Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio) / Zone 3 (2-ch audio) / Zone 4 (HDMI) |
Pre Out | 11.2-Ch |
Power (W)* | 150 |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 8 |
UHD / HDR Support | 4K/60p, 4:4:4, HDCP2.2 / HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
Network / Wireless | Ethernet / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / MusicCast Multi-Room / AirPlay / Spotify Connect / Amazon Alexa |
Auto Room Calibration | YPAO-R.S.C (Reflected Sound Control) Multi-Point with 3D, 64-bit High Precision EQ Calculation and Angle Measurement |
Selected Audio Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 & Discrete6.1), DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch) |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X, DTS Neo:6 |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-1/2 x 18-5/8 in | 435 x 192 x 474 mm (w/o antenna) |
Weight (lbs) | 39.9 |
2017
Channels | 9.2 |
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Dolby Atmos | 5.2.4 / 7.2.2 |
HDMI In / Out | 7+1/2 (ARC) |
Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio) / Zone 3 (2-ch audio) / Zone 4 (HDMI) |
Pre Out | 7.2-Ch |
Power (W)* | 140 |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 8 |
UHD / HDR Support | 4K/60p, 4:4:4, HDCP2.2 / HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
Network / Wireless | Ethernet / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / MusicCast Multi-Room / AirPlay / Spotify Connect / Amazon Alexa |
Auto Room Calibration | YPAO-R.S.C (Reflected Sound Control) Multi-Point with 3D, 64-bit High Precision EQ Calculation and Angle Measurement |
Selected Audio Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 & Discrete6.1), DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch) |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X, DTS Neo:6 |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-1/2 x 18-5/8 in | 435 x 192 x 474 mm (w/o antenna) |
Weight (lbs) | 37.5 |
2017
Channels | 7.2 |
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Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
HDMI In / Out | 7+1/2 (ARC) |
Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio) |
Pre Out | 7.2-Ch |
Power (W)* | 110 |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 8 |
UHD / HDR Support | 4K/60p, 4:4:4, HDCP2.2 / HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
Network / Wireless | Ethernet / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / MusicCast Multi-Room / AirPlay / Spotify Connect / Amazon Alexa |
Auto Room Calibration | YPAO-R.S.C (Reflected Sound Control) Multi-Point with Precision EQ Calculation |
Selected Audio Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 & Discrete6.1), DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch) |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X, DTS Neo:6 |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-1/8 x 17-1/4 in | 435 x 182 x 439 mm (w/o antenna) |
Weight (lbs) | 32.8 |
2017
Channels | 7.2 |
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Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
HDMI In / Out | 7+1/2 (ARC) |
Zones | Zone 2 (2-ch audio) |
Pre Out | 7.2-Ch |
Power (W)* | 100 |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 8 |
UHD / HDR Support | 4K/60p, 4:4:4, HDCP2.2 / HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
Network / Wireless | Ethernet / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / MusicCast Multi-Room / AirPlay / Spotify Connect / Amazon Alexa |
Auto Room Calibration | YPAO-R.S.C (Reflected Sound Control) Multi-Point |
Selected Audio Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 & Discrete6.1), DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch) |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | Dolby Surround, 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) | 23.1 |
2017
Channels | 7.2 |
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Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
HDMI In / Out | 5+1/1 (ARC) |
Zones | Zone 2 (2-ch audio) |
Pre Out | Subwoofer (x2) |
Power (W)* | 95 |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 8 |
UHD / HDR Support | 4K/60p, 4:4:4, HDCP2.2 / HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
Network / Wireless | Ethernet / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / MusicCast Multi-Room / AirPlay / Spotify Connect / Amazon Alexa |
Auto Room Calibration | YPAO-R.S.C (Reflected Sound Control) |
Selected Audio Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 & Discrete6.1), DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch) |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | Dolby Surround, 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) | 23.1 |
2017
Channels | 7.2 |
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Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
HDMI In / Out | 4/1 (ARC) |
Zones | Zone B (2-ch audio) |
Pre Out | Subwoofer (x2) |
Power (W)* | 80 |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 6 - 8 |
UHD / HDR Support | 4K/60p, 4:4:4, HDCP2.2 / HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
Network / Wireless | Ethernet / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / MusicCast Multi-Room / AirPlay / Spotify Connect / Amazon Alexa |
Auto Room Calibration | YPAO |
Selected Audio Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 & Discrete6.1), DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch) |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X, DTS Neo:6 |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-3/8 x 13 in | 435 x 161 x 330 mm (w/o antenna) |
Weight (lbs) | 18.3 |
2015
Channels | 11 |
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Dolby Atmos | N/A |
HDMI In / Out | N/A |
Zones | N/A |
Pre Out | N/A |
Power (W)* | 150 |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 8+ |
UHD / HDR Support | N/A |
Network / Wireless | N/A |
Auto Room Calibration | N/A |
Selected Audio Decoders | N/A |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | N/A |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 8-1/4 x 18-1/8 in (435 x 210 x 463.5 mm) |
Weight (lbs) | 56 |
2015
Channels | 11.2 |
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Dolby Atmos | Processing up to 7.2.4 |
HDMI In / Out | 7+1/2 (ARC) |
Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI/Analog Video & 2-ch audio) / Zone 3 (Analog Video + 2-ch audio) / Zone 4 (HDMI) |
Pre Out | 11.2-Ch - XLR & RCA |
Power (W)* | N/A |
Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | N/A |
UHD / HDR Support | 4K/60p, 4:4:4, HDCP2.2 / HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
Network / Wireless | Ethernet / Wi-Fi / AirPlay / Bluetooth / MusicCast Multi-Room / Spotify Connect / Amazon Alexa |
Auto Room Calibration | YPAO-R.S.C (Reflected Sound Control) Multi-Point with 3D, 64-bit High Precision EQ Calculation and Angle Measurement |
Selected Audio Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 & Discrete6.1), DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD, LPCM (Up to 7.1ch) |
Selected Sound Modes: Post Decoding | Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS Neo:6 |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-1/2 x 18-5/8 in | 435 x 192 x 474 mm (w/o antenna) |
Weight (lbs) | 29.8 |
Paul started the Home Cinema Guide to help less-experienced users get the most out of today's audio-visual technology. He has worked as a sound, lighting and audio-visual engineer for around 20 years. At home, he has spent more time than is probably healthy installing, configuring, testing, de-rigging, fixing, tweaking, re-installing again (and sometimes using) various pieces of hi-fi and home cinema equipment.