Yamaha · Updated June 2026
Yamaha RX-V4A: price, specs & release date
Yamaha RX-V4A, released 2020. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: usa.yamaha.com verified STALE · 2026-06-19 ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Yamaha RX-V4A is listed at $499 on usa.yamaha.com as of 2026-06-27, the cheapest AV receivers (median $1649); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 50/100 pay-blind standing, #12 of 17 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Clean, distortion-free sound at varying volumes; Strong value / performance for an affordable receiver.
- Skip if Onscreen display is too small to read comfortably at normal seating distance is a dealbreaker.
Is the Yamaha RX-V4A a good buy?
At $499, the Yamaha RX-V4A is the cheapest of the 16 AV receivers we track, where the median is $1649. On the spec sheet, its HDMI inputs of 4 is the lowest of the 18, its HDMI inputs 8k of 1 is the lowest of the 17, and its release year of 2020 is the lowest of the 13. By release date, it is the oldest of the 13 we date.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
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- Physical metricsrecorded
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- Outlets on recordall tested
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Two independent labs measured this product across 4 physical metrics — power output, thd, frequency response and msrp. With a second lab on record, each figure comes from more than one independent hands-on source — a measure of how much evidence exists, not a rating of the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Yamaha RX-V4A
Across 2 testing outlets, the Yamaha RX-V4A is praised as a clean, distortion-free performer that delivers strong value in the affordable AV receiver category. Both outlets who put it through listening tests found the sound clear and realistic at volume, though one outlet flagged a cramped onscreen display and noted the bass, while good, trails pricier models.
Based on 2 reviews · 2 lab-tested · 2021-05-30–2023-01-11
Tested by HomeTechnologyReview, Halo of Flies Records
Consistently praised
- Clean, distortion-free sound at varying volumes · 2 sources
- Strong value / performance for an affordable receiver · 2 sources
Commonly flagged
- Onscreen display is too small to read comfortably at normal seating distance
- Bass quality is good but inferior to more expensive models
Where reviewers disagree The two outlets measured power output under different load conditions (80 watts per channel at 8 ohms vs. 80W at 6 ohms), so the figures aren't directly comparable.
The sources (2)
Power output: 80 watts per channel · THD: 0.06% · Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz · MSRP: $440
It's also understandably less brawny than the DSP-A1, delivering 80 watts per channel from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.06% THD, into 8 ohms.
Maybe I am an old codger, but the onscreen display for the RX-V4A is a bit too small to be effective at any reasonable seating distance.
This is everything that affordable hi-fi should be.
Power output: 80W at 6 ohms
When the volume changed, I did not notice any distortion, wheezing, or grinding.
There was a complete sense of realism to what was going on.
Good bass, but of course, it is inferior to more expensive models.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $499 MSRP, US (launch) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Yamaha |
| Released | 2020 |
| Channels | 5.2 |
| Watts per channel 8ohm | 80 |
| HDMI inputs | 4 |
| HDMI inputs 8k | 1 |
| Dolby atmos | No |
| Room correction | YPAO |
| Wireless streaming | MusicCast, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect |
Source: usa.yamaha.com (read 2026-06-19) STALE · 2026-06-19 · corroborated by bhphotovideo.com (read 2026-06-19). Yamaha USA/manual confirm 80W (8 ohm USA spec), 5.2ch, 4 HDMI inputs / 1 with 8K. dolby_atmos=false VERIFIED correct: the RX-V4A is a 5.2 receiver with no height channels and Dolby Atmos is absent from the spec sheet (only Dolby TrueHD/Digital Plus listed). YPAO. Launch MSRP $499.95; October 2020.
Is the Yamaha RX-V4A worth it vs cheaper AV receivers?
Yamaha RX-V4A against its closest cheaper and pricier AV receivers on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 16 ranked
| Product | Price | Channels | Watts per channel 8ohm | HDMI inputs | HDMI inputs 8k | Dolby atmos |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha RX-V4A this | $499 | 5.2 | 80 | 4 | 1 | No |
| Yamaha RX-V6A | $599 | 7.2 | 100 | 7 | 3 | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Yamaha RX-V4A?
Across 2 testing outlets, the Yamaha RX-V4A is praised as a clean, distortion-free performer that delivers strong value in the affordable AV receiver category. Both outlets who put it through listening tests found the sound clear and realistic at volume, though one outlet flagged a cramped onscreen display and noted the bass, while good, trails pricier models. Praised: Clean, distortion-free sound at varying volumes; Strong value / performance for an affordable receiver. Flagged: Onscreen display is too small to read comfortably at normal seating distance; Bass quality is good but inferior to more expensive models. (From 2 tester reviews, 2 lab-tested.)
How much does the Yamaha RX-V4A cost?
The Yamaha RX-V4A has a US price of $499 (MSRP, US (launch)), as of 2026-06-19.
How does the Yamaha RX-V4A compare on price?
At $499, the Yamaha RX-V4A is the cheapest of the 16 AV receivers we track, where the median is $1649.
When was the Yamaha RX-V4A released?
The Yamaha RX-V4A was released 2020.
What are the Yamaha RX-V4A's key specs?
Yamaha RX-V4A (Yamaha): channels 5.2, watts per channel 8ohm 80, hdmi inputs 4, hdmi inputs 8k 1, dolby atmos No. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $499 at usa.yamaha.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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