Onkyo TX-RZ50
Score: 82/100
Onkyo TX-NR6050
Score: 84/100Rankings
The Onkyo TX-NR6050 is a premium 7.2-channel network AV receiver delivering 90 W per channel, HDMI 2.1 support for 8K/60 Hz and 4K/120 Hz, and advanced room-calibration tools. It excels in audio clarity and streaming options, though it lacks a built-in voice assistant and has limited Zone 2 video capability.
The Onkyo TX-RZ50 is a flagship 9.2-channel AV receiver offering 120 W per channel, Dirac Live room correction and THX certification, aimed at high-end home-theater installations. It provides extensive HDMI 2.1 features but suffers from UI and firmware issues.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
120 wattsbest | 90 watts | |
106 dBbest | 106 dBbest | |
5 Hz | 10 Hzbest | |
100,000 Hzbest | 100,000 Hzbest | |
9.2best | 7.2 | |
| ↓ lower better | 14.001 kg | 9.8 kgbest |
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Physical Specs(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 14.001 kg | 9.8 kg |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 3 years | 2 years |
Audio Performance(4) | ||
Power Output (watts) | 120 watts | 90 watts |
Frequency Response (Low) (Hz) | 5 Hz | 10 Hz |
Channels | 9.2 | 7.2 |
Supported Audio Formats | WMA | WAV, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, DTS Neural:X |
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Professional reviewers praise the TX-RZ50 for its inclusion of full-band Dirac Live, robust 9-channel amplification and comprehensive HDMI 2.1 feature set, while noting a dated UI and lack of 8K upscaling.
Everyday users appreciate the powerful amplification, immersive Atmos support and noticeable improvement from Dirac Live, but report occasional firmware glitches and a hard-to-read front-panel.
Professional reviewers praise the TX-NR6050 for its audiophile-grade sound reproduction, robust power headroom and the inclusion of HDMI 2.1 features that make it a top choice for next-gen gaming.
Everyday users consistently commend the receiver's clear, powerful sound and the ease of streaming from multiple services, while noting the lack of an integrated voice assistant and limited Zone 2 video capabilities.
“Some users reported HDMI handshake issues and Ethernet recognition problems during updates, requiring power cycles.”
