Yamaha RX-V4A 5.2-Channel AV Receiver
- 5.2-channel surround configuration, 80 watts per channel
- HDMI 2.1 with 8K60 and 4K120 support, 4 inputs and 1 eARC output
- YPAO automatic room calibration
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2 and MusicCast built in
- Voice control via Alexa, Google Assistant or Siri
- 3-year manufacturer warranty
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A gaming-ready surround receiver with next-generation HDMI bandwidth and automatic room calibration, built for a household already streaming through Alexa, Google or AirPlay, though its channel count stays modest for a larger speaker layout.
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ASIN: B08CKGYLNSModel: RX-V4ACategory: AV Receivers
Overview
Routing high-bandwidth video through its next-generation HDMI inputs, this receiver decodes multi-channel surround formats for a speaker layout across front, center, surround and subwoofer channels while YPAO measures the room automatically to set levels and delay.
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay and MusicCast cover most modern streaming setups without an extra device, and voice control through Alexa, Google Assistant or Siri fits a smart home already built around one of those platforms. Channel count stays modest, so a household wanting height channels or a larger speaker array will need a receiver with a larger channel count instead.
Who it's for
A living room built around a current game console and an existing smart speaker ecosystem gets full use of the HDMI bandwidth and voice control here. Anyone planning a larger speaker array with dedicated height channels needs a higher channel count than this model offers.
Pros and cons
- YPAO calibrates the room automatically
- HDMI supports next-generation gaming bandwidth
- Works with Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri
- MusicCast links to other Yamaha wireless speakers
- Channel count stays at a standard surround layout
- No listed phono input for a turntable
- Voice control depends on a compatible smart speaker already owned
Performance notes
YPAO sends test tones through each connected speaker and a bundled microphone, then adjusts distance, level and equalization automatically before playback starts. High-bandwidth HDMI passthrough and eARC synchronize video and returned audio between the display and receiver without a separate optical cable.
Specifications
| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Model | RX-V4A |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Weight | 20 poundshigher than 71% of 43 av receivers |
| Dimensions | 14.9 × 17.1 × 6.7 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power | 80 wattslower than 74% of 40 av receivers |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi |
| Other details | |
| Hdmi Ports | 5 |
| Brand Tech | Yamaha |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Yamaha RX-V4A support the HDMI bandwidth needed for a current-gen game console?
Yes, its HDMI inputs handle 4K at 120Hz and 8K at 60Hz passthrough with HDCP 2.3, which covers the output modes current consoles use.
Can the RX-V4A work with an Amazon Echo or Google Nest already in the room?
Yes, it takes voice commands through Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant directly, or through Siri using AirPlay 2.
Will the RX-V4A stream to other Yamaha speakers in different rooms?
Yes, its MusicCast support links it to other MusicCast-enabled Yamaha speakers for multi-room audio.