Yamaha RX-V6A vs Yamaha RX500A
The Yamaha RX-V6A is rated for more power (100 W vs 70 W per channel). The Yamaha RX500A costs less ($600 vs $800).
What each one works with
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| RX-V6A | RX500A | |
|---|---|---|
| Speakers it drives | 98 of 98, 17 after a setting change | 98 of 98, 17 after a setting change |
| Subwoofers that connect | 17 of 17 | 17 of 17 |
| Largest layouts on its own amps | 5.1.2, 7.1 | 5.1.2, 7.1 |
Specs side by side
Values that differ are bold. A dash means that model doesn't publish the spec.
| RX-V6A | RX500A | |
|---|---|---|
| Amplifier channels | 7 | 7 |
| Processing channels | 7 | 7 |
| Height formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X |
| Power | 100 W at 8 Ω | 70 W at 8 Ω |
| Room correction | YPAO | Room Correction |
| Size | 17×7×15 in | 17×6×13 in |
| Lowest speaker impedance | 4 Ω | 4 Ω |
| Impedance setting | 8 Ω, 6 Ω | 8 Ω, 6 Ω |
| Subwoofer outputs | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 9.8 kg (21.6 lb) | 8 kg (17.6 lb) |
| MSRP | $800 each (MSRP, October 2025) | $600 each (MSRP, May 2026) |
Every spec and pairing: Yamaha RX-V6A, Yamaha RX500A.
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References
- Yamaha RX-V6A: Manufacturer product page, usa.yamaha.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Yamaha RX-V6A: Owner's manual, manual.yamaha.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Yamaha RX-V6A: Owner's manual, manual.yamaha.com, retrieved September 15, 2026 (2)
- Yamaha RX-V6A: Owner's manual, manual.yamaha.com, retrieved September 15, 2026 (3)
- Yamaha RX-V6A: Owner's manual, manual.yamaha.com, retrieved September 15, 2026 (4)
- Yamaha RX-V6A: Retailer listing, web.archive.org, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Yamaha RX500A: Spec sheet, usa.yamaha.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Yamaha RX500A: Manufacturer product page, usa.yamaha.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Yamaha RX500A: Manufacturer product page, usa.yamaha.com, retrieved September 15, 2026 (2)
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