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1-on-1 Comparison
Side-by-Side Comparison
Yamaha RX-V385
Highlights
- 5.2 channels
- 5.1 channel processing
- 90 W (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
- HDR10, Dolby Vision, 4K Passthrough
- Bluetooth
Highlights
- 5.1 channels
- 5.1 channel processing
- 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
- HDR10, Dolby Vision, 4K Upscaling, 4K Passthrough
- Bluetooth
- USB input
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Content
Overview
Here we are comparing Sony STR-DH590 to Yamaha RX-V385 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. The Sony STR-DH590 has 5 channel and the Yamaha RX-V385 has 5 channel amplifiers.
We have evaluated both receivers. Yamaha RX-V385 gets higher overall score in our ranking system which is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.
Sony STR-DH590
Yamaha RX-V385
Amplifier score is based on power ratings, minimum impedance load, power supply, transformer type, total harmonic distortion, damping factor, signal to noise ratio and other small details. Audio score depends on the number of channels, front wide channel support, maximum channel processing, support of audio formats, DAC specifications, room calibration algorithm... Video score is based on HDR, Dolby Vision and 4K passthrough, upscaling, analog to HDMI upconversion. Connectivity score is defined from all wired and wireless inputs and outputs, internet and bluetooth connections, HEOS, SONOS and others. Multizone score depends on the number of zones with their outputs. Radio score is evaluated form digital radio support and analog tuner with its frequency range, signal to noise ratio, harmonic distortion...
Advantage of Sony STR-DH590
This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony STR-DH590 over Yamaha RX-V385.
Sony STR-DH590 has more channels and higher bluetooth standard.
More Channels | 5.2 | vs | 5.1 |
DTS Express | vs | ||
USB DC Out Port | vs | ||
More Analog Audio Line Inputs | 4 | vs | 3 (1 Front) |
Newer Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | vs | 2.1 + EDR |
Advantage of Yamaha RX-V385
This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony STR-DH590 over Yamaha RX-V385.
Sony STR-DH590 has more channels and higher bluetooth standard.
Bi-amp capability | vs | ||
DTS Neo | vs | Neo:6 | |
Video Signal Upscaling | vs | up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 | |
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) | vs | via firmware update | |
Newer HDCP Version | 2.2 (4 in / 1 out) | vs | 2.3 |
USB Input | vs | USB memory, Portable Audio Player | |
More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs | 1 / | vs | 2 / |
More Composite Video Inputs | vs | 3 | |
More Composite Video Outputs | vs | 1 | |
Front A/V Inputs | vs | USB, mini-jack Audio | |
Analog Tuner | FM only | vs | FM/AM |
More Presets | 30 (30/-) | vs | 40 |
More Large Speaker Terminals | 2 | vs | 5 |
Bigger Power Supply | 200 W | vs | 260 W |
Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) | 105 dB (500 mV) | vs | 110 dB |
Common Strengths and Weaknesses
Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both receivers.
👍 Dolby TrueHD |
👍 Dolby Digital Plus |
👍 Dolby Pro Logic |
👍 DTS-HD Master Audio |
👍 DTS-HD High Resolution Audio |
👍 DTS 96/24 |
👍 DSD via HDMI |
👍 Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. |
👍 HDR10 |
👍 BT.2020 color space |
👍 Dolby Vision |
👍 HLG |
👍 3-D Ready |
👍 4K or 8K Video Passthrough |
👍 Bluetooth |
👍 New HDCP Version |
👍 Zones |
👍 Analog Tuner |
👍 No Front Wide Channel Support |
👍 Not Certified 4 Ω Performance |
👍 Few Channel Processing |
👍 No Dolby Atmos |
👍 No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization |
👍 No Dolby Surround Upmixer |
👍 No DTS:X |
👍 No DTS Neural:X |
👍 No DTS Virtual:X |
👍 No IMAX Enhanced |
👍 No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer |
👍 No DTS Dialog Control |
👍 No High-resolution Music Enhancer |
👍 No HDR10+ |
👍 No Chromecast Built-In |
👍 Does not Work with Amazon Alexa |
👍 Does Not Work with SONOS |
👍 No Ethernet |
👍 No Wi-Fi |
👍 Few HDMI Inputs |
👍 Few HDMI Outputs |
👍 No Phono Input |
👍 No Component Video Inputs |
👍 No Multi-Channel Input |
👍 No Analog Pre-Outs |
👍 No Pandora |
👍 No Spotify |
👍 No Tidal |
👍 No Deezer |
👍 No Napster |
👍 No SiriusXM Internet Radio |
Selected Features
Amplifier
Sony STR-DH590 has 5 channel and Yamaha RX-V385 has 5 channel amplifiers. Sony STR-DH590 delivers 90 W (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and Yamaha RX-V385 delivers 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) Since 2016 all receiver manufacturers have dropped front wide channel support and these models are no exceptions.
Video Features
Both receivers support 4K passthrough up to 60p. Yamaha RX-V385 can do 4K upscaling up to 60p. The receivers support HDR10, Dolby Vision.
HDR10
High-dynamic-range (HDR) video has greater dynamic range than standard-dynamic-range (SDR) video with brigter whites and deeper blacks. HDR10 was announced on August 27, 2015, by the Consumer Technology Association and uses the wide-gamut Rec. 2020 color space. It sends static metadata via video stream to the TV which calibrates its screen brightness and color according to that. HDR10 supports up to 1000 nits of brightness and 10-bit color which corresponds to 1024 shades of the primary RGB colors.
Dolby Vision
Dolby Vision is an update to HDR10 by adding dynamic metadata that can be used to more accurately adjust brightness levels up to 10,000 nits maximum brightness on a scene-by-scene or frame-by-frame basis and supports up to 12-bit color depth (4096 shades of RGB) and 8K resolution.
Adaptive DRC
Yamaha RX-V385 features Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control) which automatically adjusts the dynamic range of the sound according to the volume level. This ensures that you hear clear dialog and vocals, and all sound effects at comfortable levels. There is no need to adjust the volume level as you listen; everything from whispers to big explosions will be heard clearly and comfortably at the same volume setting. It also tones down loud TV commercials, and is ideal for low-volume, late-night listening, when you do not want to disturb others.
Connectivity
Sony STR-DH590
Sony STR-DH590 can also connect to bluetooth devices via built-in bluetooth adapter. It has 4 HDMI inputs with HDCP 2.2 (4 in / 1 out) copy protection.
Front panel has no inputs.
Yamaha RX-V385
Yamaha RX-V385 can also connect to bluetooth devices via built-in bluetooth adapter. It has 4 HDMI inputs with HDCP 2.3 copy protection.
Front panel has USB and mini-jack Audio inputs.
Specifications
And in the end let us list the detailed specifications of the receivers side-by-side.
Note: The following table shows only those details which are applicable for both models and excludes the ones that are applicable for only one model. If you want to see a full list of specs for each model please visit their individual pages here - Sony STR-DH590 and here - Yamaha RX-V385.
Brand | Sony | Yamaha |
Model | STR-DH590 | RX-V385 |
Type | A/V Receiver | A/V Receiver |
Country | USA, Canada and Taiwan | USA |
Release Year | 2018 | 2018 |
Channels | 5.2 | 5.1 |
Front Wide Channel Support | ||
THX™ Certification | ||
Continuous 6 Ω Rated | ||
Certified 4 Ω Performance | ||
Bi-amp Capability |
Maximum Channel Processing | 5.1 | 5.1 |
Air Studios Monitor Certification | ||
Dolby Atmos | ||
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization | ||
Dolby TrueHD | ||
Dolby Digital Plus | ||
Dolby Surround Upmixer | ||
Dolby Pro Logic | PLII | PLII |
Dolby Digital 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 | ||
IMAX Enhanced | ||
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer | ||
PCM | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input |
DSD via HDMI | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input |
DSD to PCM Converter | ||
USB DAC | ||
DTS Dialog Control | ||
Dialogue Lift | ||
High-resolution Music Enhancer | ||
Audyssey Dynamic EQ | ||
Audyssey Dynamic Volume | ||
Audyssey LFC | ||
Audyssey Sub EQ HT | ||
Audyssey DSX | ||
Direct Mode |
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. | D.C.A.C. | YPAO sound optimization |
HDR10 | ||
HDR10+ | ||
BT.2020 color space | ||
Dolby Vision | ||
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) | ||
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 (YCbCr4:4:4) | up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 |
Video Signal Upscaling | up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 | |
Analog To HDMI Upconversion | ||
isf Certified Calibration Control |
MHL Input | ||
FireConnect | ||
FlareConnect | ||
Chromecast Built-In | ||
DTS Play-Fi | ||
Works with Amazon Alexa | ||
Works with SONOS | ||
AirPlay | ||
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue | ||
Ethernet | ||
Ethernet Switch | ||
Wi-Fi | ||
Bluetooth | SBC, AAC | SBC, in and out |
HDBaseT Compatible | ||
Enhanced ARC | via firmware update | |
HDCP Version | 2.2 (4 in / 1 out) | 2.3 |
HDMI Input | 4 | 4 |
HDMI Output | 1 | 1 |
USB Input | USB memory, Portable Audio Player | |
USB DC Out Port | ||
Analog Audio Line Input | 4 | 3 (1 Front) |
Analog Audio Line Output | ||
Phono Input | ||
Optical In | 1 | 1 |
Optical Out | ||
Coaxial In/Out | 1 / | 2 / |
Composite Video Input | 3 | |
Composite Video Output | 1 | |
S-Video Input | ||
S-Video Output | ||
Component Video Input | ||
Component Video Output | ||
PC In | ||
Multi-Channel Input | ||
Analog Pre-Outs | 0.2 | 0.1 |
XLR Inputs | ||
XLR Pre-outs | ||
Front A/V Inputs | USB, mini-jack Audio | |
Speaker A/B | ||
Headphone Out | 6.3 mm | 6.3 mm |
Zones | 1 | 1 |
RS-232 | ||
+12V Trigger Output | 0 | |
Remote (IR) Input/Output | 0 / 0 | 0 / 0 |
On-Screen Display | Graphical User Interface (Only through HDMI) | color OSD |
Detachable Power Cord |
Analog Tuner | FM only | FM/AM |
Presets | 30 (30/-) | 40 |
Digital Radio | ||
Pandora | ||
Spotify | ||
Tidal | ||
Deezer | ||
Napster | ||
SiriusXM Internet Radio |
Speaker Terminals | 5 | 5 |
Large Speaker Terminals | 2 | 5 |
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals | ||
Gold plated RCA terminals |
Power Supply | AC 120 V, 60 Hz | AC 120 V, 60 Hz |
Power Consumption | 200 W | 260 W |
Standby Power | 0.3 W | 0.1 W |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 430 mm x 133 mm x 297 mm 17" x 5-1/4" x 11-3/4" | 435 mm x 161 mm x 315 mm 17-1/8" x 6-3/8" x 12-3/8" |
Weight | 7.1 kg (15 lbs. 11 oz.) | 7.7 kg (17.0 lbs) |
Warranty | 2 Years | 2 Years |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line) | 500 mV/50 kΩ | 200 mV/47 kΩ |
Rated Preout Level and Impedance | 2 V/1 kΩ (Subwoofer) | 1.0 V/1.2 kΩ (Subwoofer) |
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) | 105 dB (500 mV) | 110 dB |
Frequency Response (Analog In) | 10 Hz - 100 kHz/+0.5 dB, -2 dB | +0/-3 dB (AV 2 etc. to Front, 10 Hz to 100 kHz) |
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI | 2.8 MHz | 2.8 MHz |
Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 2.1 + EDR |
Bluetooth Frequency | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
USB Terminal | Type A, Ver. 2.0, 5 V, 1 A | USB2.0 5 V, 1 A |
FM Frequency | 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz | 87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz |
* - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
** - 480i/576i only
*** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
**** - 1080p signal is not converted