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OVERVIEW & PHILOSOPHY
MODERN STREAMER
yamaha r-n800a
CategoryNetwork Receiver
StreamingMusicCast Integrated
FocusSmart Hi-Fi
PURIST AMP
yamaha a s801
CategoryIntegrated Amplifier
StreamingExternal Source Required
FocusAnalog Purity
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yamaha r-n800a vs yamaha a s801
A focused look at how these products compare across the features that matter most.
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Yamaha R-N800A vs Yamaha A-S801: Which Should You Buy?
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4.60
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SOUND QUALITY & TECH
SMART CALIBRATION
yamaha r-n800a
DACESS SABRE ES9080Q
CorrectionYPAO-R.S.C.
Resolution384kHz/32-bit
Winner in this category
CLASSIC POWER
yamaha a s801
DACESS SABRE ES9010K2M
CorrectionNone
Resolution384kHz/32-bit
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BUILD & CONNECTIVITY
CONNECTED
yamaha r-n800a
StreamingWi-Fi, AirPlay, Tidal
InputsDigital & Analog
BuildModern Chassis
VERSATILE
yamaha a s801
StreamingNone Built-in
InputsUSB DAC, Coax, Phono
BuildHeavy Duty ToP-ART
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Final verdictFINAL VERDICT
BEST ALL-ROUNDER
yamaha r-n800a
VerdictSuperior Modern Hi-Fi
Best ForStreaming Enthusiasts
ValueHigh Feature Density
Winner in this category
BEST PURIST AMP
yamaha a s801
VerdictClassic Powerhouse
Best ForAnalog & USB Users
ValueExcellent Build Quality
The recommendation
yamaha r-n800a
The strongest overall choice in this comparison, based on the final evaluation.
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