Yamaha R-S202BL
Score: 71/100
Sony STRDH190
Score: 68/100Rankings
The Yamaha R-S202BL is a 2-channel stereo receiver offering 100 W per channel, a high 100 dB S/N ratio and Bluetooth 4.1 streaming, aimed at entry-level audiophiles and secondary-room setups. It lacks digital inputs, a phono stage and advanced smart-home features.
The Sony STR-DH190 is a compact 2-channel stereo receiver delivering 100 W per channel with a built-in phono preamp and Bluetooth receive-only streaming. It targets vinyl enthusiasts and casual listeners who value analog sound quality and a sturdy, low-profile design.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
100 wattsbest | 100 wattsbest | |
100 dBbest | — | |
20 Hzbest | — | |
20,000 Hzbest | — | |
2best | 2best | |
| ↓ lower better | 6.7 kgbest | 7.756 kg |
| ↓ lower better | 0.5 wattsbest | — |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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Physical Specs(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 6.7 kg | 7.756 kg |
Audio Performance(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, WAV | WMA |
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Professional reviewers praise the R-S202BL for its low distortion, clean circuitry and impressive power output, calling it a refreshingly honest amplifier that prioritises audio fidelity.
Everyday users appreciate the strong volume, easy Bluetooth pairing, straightforward setup and solid build quality, while complaints focus on the lack of phono input, digital inputs and a basic remote.
Professional reviewers praise the STR-DH190 for its solid build, reinforced chassis, and clear analog performance, noting the phono stage as a strong point for vinyl users while the lack of digital inputs is seen as a deliberate strength for analog-focused setups.
Everyday users consistently rate the receiver highly for sound quality and ease of use, especially appreciating the built-in phono input and stable Bluetooth streaming, though they miss digital inputs and wish Bluetooth could transmit.
“the perfect fit”
“Plenty of volume”
“Bluetooth pairs instantly and maintains stable connection”
