The Best Receivers 2025

1. Yamaha - 5.1-Ch. 4K Ultra HD A/V Home Theater Receiver - Black

115W maximum power; dual-layer mica woofer diaphragm; motion feedback technology; crossover; push-type phono input terminal

Bring cutting-edge technology to your home theater with this 5.1-channel Yamaha A/V receiver. Its built-in Bluetooth lets you stream music wirelessly to connected speakers via a paired compatible device, and it supports 4K Ultra HD video for generating crisp pictures on your TV screen. This Yamaha A/V receiver has auto room correction for optimal acoustics based on the space's characteristics. Includes HDMI 4K Ultra HD technology for compatibility with 4K Ultra HD TVs.

2. Sony - STRDH590 - 725W 5.2-Ch. Hi-Res 4K Ultra HD HDR A/V Home Theater Receiver - Black

Works with all devices that have a Lightning connector and support iOS 10 or later, including iPod touch, iPad, and iPhone.

Experience the bigger, clearer picture when you upgrade your home theater setup with the STR-DH590. The 5.2ch AV receiver brings movies to life with 4K HDR pass-through, Dolby Vision and flexible surround sound. Bring all your devices together with BLUETOOTH connectivity and multiple inputs.

3. Sony - STRDH190- 2-Ch. Stereo Receiver with Bluetooth & Phono Input for Turntables - Black

Speaker A/B switching; FM tuner; built-in Bluetooth; 2 audio inputs

Bring together your analog and digital music collection with this 2-channel Sony receiver. Its phono input lets you hook up a record player directly, and its Bluetooth capability allows convenient wireless streaming from compatible devices. This Sony receiver has a built-in power amplifier for clear, distortion-free sound, and the rigid chassis minimizes vibration.

4. Yamaha - 200W 2-Ch. Stereo Receiver - Black

115W maximum power; dual-layer mica woofer diaphragm; motion feedback technology; crossover; push-type phono input terminal

Enjoy wireless music playback from smartphones or other mobile devices with this Yamaha Hi-Fi stereo receiver. It has a handy speaker selector for switching between the sound output terminals, and it uses Bluetooth for wireless connectivity. A power management feature on this Yamaha stereo receiver shuts it down automatically when the receiver is not being used.

5. Sony - STRDH790- 7.2-Ch. with Dolby Atmos & Dolby Vision 4K Ultra HD HDR A/V Home Theater Receiver - Black

115W maximum power; dual-layer mica woofer diaphragm; motion feedback technology; crossover; push-type phono input terminal

Give your home entertainment system a cinematic upgrade with the STR-DH790 7.2ch AV receiver. Experience the same all-encompassing surround sound you get in movie theaters at home with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support. eARC1, 2 lets you enjoy these latest audio formats with one-cable HDMI connection from your compatible TV. Plus, superior picture quality to match with 4K HDR pass-through.

6. Sony - STR-AN1000 7.2 Channel Dolby Atmos & Dolby Vision 8K HDR Network A/V Receiver - Black

Experience breathtaking 8K video and immersive 3D audio with our new 7.2-channel 8K receiver. Enjoy space-filling sound from your 7.2 or 5.2.2 setup with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. It’s easy to enjoy all your content with Works with SONOS, Chromecast Built-in, Apple AirPlay, and Spotify Connect—all via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

7. Yamaha - RX-V4A 5.2-channel AV Receiver with 8K HDMI and MusicCast - Black

The PSW10 is a high-powered subwoofer that comes in a modern design and delivers deeper, tighter bass for your movies and music. Features a front-firing 10" dynamic balance woofer powerful lows for an ultimate home theatre experience. It offers a continuously variable low-pass filter (80-160 Hz) and allows easy integration with your existing sound system

Bring the cinema home. This 5.2-channel AV receiver creates a powerful and advanced home theater experience with the latest in video and audio processing with Dolby Vision, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio, wireless streaming and more.

8. Onkyo TX-NR696 7.2-Ch. with Dolby Atmos 4K Ultra HD HDR Compatible A/V Home Theater Receiver - Black

145W peak power handling; 4" cellular-reinforced, foamed-mica woofer; two 1" polyester wide-dispersion super tweeters; crossover; wood bass reflex enclosure; cloth grille

Immerse yourself to an exciting sound experience with this Onkyo 7.2-channel network A/V receiver. The DTS Play-Fi feature is compatible with any audio app on smart devices, letting you stream playlists from different sources. With a 165W- per- channel output, this Onkyo 7.2-channel network A/V receiver packs a massive punch for movies, placing you at the center of the action. Includes HDMI 4K Ultra HD and 3D pass-through technologies for compatibility with 3D TVs, Blu-ray players and gaming consoles and 4K Ultra HD TVs.

9. Onkyo - TX-NR6100 7.2 Channel THX Certified Network A/V Receiver - Black

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Building key noise-reduction refinements into 210 W/Ch THX Certified Select high-current amplification, the Onkyo TX-NR6100 sets the bar for reference sound while bringing 8K/60p and HDR10+ video to your compatible display over HDMI. Enjoy Dolby Atmos and DTS:X soundtracks through your height-enabled surround system or use upmixing and virtualization solutions from DTS® and Dolby to create a 3D sound-field from any layout. Cue and control music around your home with voice assistants Hey Google or Alexa, and connect a second display via HDMI Sub/Zone 2 output. Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2, DTS Play-Fi, and Works with Sonos cover every multi-room situation, and if you connect passive loudspeakers, you can switch between a 7.2/5.2.2-ch and 5.2-ch + Zone 2 layout at the touch of a button thanks to dedicated Zone 2 speaker terminals. Features such as a quality MM phono equalizer and bi-directional Bluetooth® wireless technology make this value proposition even more persuasive.

10. Yamaha - RX-V6A 7.2-channel AV Receiver with 8K HDMI and MusicCast - Black

Designed for use with TIDAL music streaming service; experience Master Quality Authenticated albums, immersive audio formats, 360 Reality Audio, Dolby Atmos Music, expertly curated playlists; 1-year subscription

The Highest Resolution. This 7.2-channel AV receiver boldly explores entertainment possibilities for an advanced home theater with the latest in video and audio including Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, DTS:X, wireless streaming and more.