10 Best Receiver Under 500 of December 2025

• Cinematic Sound at Home: Enjoy your favorite movies, TV shows and more with theater like sound in the comfort of your home
• Virtual Front Surround: S Force PRO delivers virtual surround sound with only a 2 speaker setup
• 4K Pass Through: 4K HDR Compatible with Hdcp 2.2 Support for Sharper Source to Screen Image Quality
• SMART CONNECTIVITY: Stream music and use Bluetooth Standby to turn on the receiver from your phone
• Multi Functional System: Enjoy a Multi Channel Stereo Setup, Fm Radio Tuner and 1/4 Inches Headphone Jack
• Dynamic Setup: 4 Stereo Rca Audio Inputs and 2 Digital Audio Outputs (1 Optical and 1 Coaxial)
• SPECS: 5.2 ch, 725W, 6 ohm, 1KHz, THD 0.9 percent AV receiver with 4 in/1 out HDMI and Audio Return Channel
• In the Box: Foldable Headphone, Carry Case, Charging Cable and Audio Cable for a Wired Connection

Sony

• HDMI with HDCP 2.3 and eARC (4 in / 1 out)
• 8K/60 HDMI 2.1 (HDMI 1-3 via future update)
• Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz/5 GHz, AirPlay 2, MusicPlay (iOS and Android) and Spotify Connect
• MusicCast multi-room audio and MusicCast Surround capable with MusicCast 20 or MusicCast 50 wireless surround speakers
• Voice control with Alexa and Google Assistant devices or Siri via AirPlay 2
• Pandora, Spotify, Napster, SiriusXM, TIDAL, Deezer, Qobuz, Amazon Music
• Dolby Atmos with Height Virtualization and DTS:X
• YPAO room calibration

YAMAHA

• NEW FEATURES – In additional to the standard specifications, this advanced 5.2 channel stereo receiver features eARC - THE HIGHEST QUALITY SOUND FROM YOUR TV and the LATEST REVISION TO HIGH-BANDWIDTH DIGITAL CONTENT PROTECTION with HDCP 2.3
• MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR NEW 4K ULTRA HD TV – Featuring HLG, HDR10, BT.2020, Wide Color Gamut & 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling, the AVR-S650H delivers exceptional brightness, contrast & color, thus enriching your movie and gaming experience
• Extend the reach of your music to any room in the house via Wi-Fi, Airplay or Bluetooth with HEOS multi-room wireless speakers – No Command Center or extra hardware required. Get Hi-Fi sound around your home with Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn, Deezer & more
• FULL VOICE CONTROL COMPATIBILITY WITH AMAZON ALEXA lets you sit back and enjoy music without having to reach out for the remote. Adjust the volume, change the track or switch the inputs absolutely hands-free
• AWARD-WINNING ON-SCREEN SETUP ASSISTANT walks you through clear simple instructions to connect your TV, specific EQ settings & helps you optimize your surround sound. Denon's legacy & Japanese precision technology makes it a must-have for your home
• FOUR QUICK SELECT BUTTONS ON THE FRONT PANEL help you store your preferred audio settings for television, Blu-Ray, and more, and allows you to switch between them quickly
• The BACK-PANEL CONNECTIONS ARE EASILY UNDERSTOOD and horizontally arranged in a color-coded scheme that lets you organize and connect speaker wires painlessly

Denon

• Works with Alexa for voice control (Alexa device sold separately)
• Simple and sophisticated design with two channels of 100 W high-power output. Minimum RMS Output Power: 100 W + 100 W (8 ohms, 40 Hz-20 kHz, 0.2 percentage THD)
• Phono input terminals for turn tables voice control using your Alexa device like echo or echo dot. FM 50dB Quieting Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% Mod., Mono) - 3 µV (20.8 dBf). FM Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Mono/Stereo) - 65 dB / 64 dB
• Optical and coaxial Audio inputs for TV. Frequency Response-0 ± 0.5 dB / 0 ± 3.0 dB. FM Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Mono/Stereo)-65 dB / 64 dB
• Access to your music library, Pandora, Spotify, SiriusXM internet radio, Tidal and Deezer. Standby Power Consumption-0.1 W (Network standby on / Wi-Fi connection, 1.8 W)
• Wi-Fi, wireless direct, Bluetooth, airplay, and MusicCast multiform Audio. Network section - DLNA - Version 1.5

Yamaha Audio

• Make the most of your new 4k ultra HD TV. This stereo receiver delivers exceptional brightness, contrast and color leveraging industry leading HLG (hybrid Log-Gamma), HDR (High Dynamic Range), BT.2020, Wide Color Gamut and 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling to impress even the most discerning viewers. Experience 5 AMPLIFIERS (140W per channel) driving amazing power, realistic display and immersive sound across any room
• Your favorite music at your fingertips - With a built-in Bluetooth, amp up your music from eight different devices, be it a computer or any other Smart device and transmit it to a wide range of speaker systems. Create an integrated audio system in conjunction with denon heos link for a thrilling multi-room experience, which also allows you to play back music from almost every digital streaming service like Spotify, TIDAL, Pandora and many more
• Our easy on-screen setup assistant walks you through clear simple instructions to connect your TV, specific EQ settings and helps you optimize your surround sound
• Four quick select buttons on the front panel help you store your preferred audio settings for television, Blu-Ray, and more, and allows you to switch between them quickly
• With its 100-year legacy and Japanese precision technology, Denon AV Receiver S540BT delivers multi-dimensional surround sound with 5.2 channel compatibility and Supports 4k ultra hd picture quality, perfect for your home theater and entertainment system
• You can also connect the Denon AVR with your Smart TV remote and ACCESS ALL YOUR SPEAKER SOURCES AND SURROUND MODE SELECTIONS USING JUST ONE REMOTE. Or simply USE YOUR SMARTPHONE AS A REMOTE. Download the Denon 500 Series Remote app for iOS and Android and control the receiver through your phone. Convenient, isn't it.

Denon

• Cinematic Sound at Home: Enjoy your favorite movies, TV shows and more with theater like sound in the comfort of your home
• BREATHTAKING AUDIO: Dolby Atmos and DTS:X deliver multi-dimensional and object-based surround sound
• VIRTUAL FRONT SURROUND: S-Force PRO creates a virtual acoustic field using only a 2 speaker setup
• STUNNING 4K QUALITY: 4K HDR passthrough with support for Dolby Vision, HDR10, and Hybrid Log Gamma provides greater and clearer color, contrast, and brightness
• GET CONNECTED: 4 in/1 out HDMI eARC and 1 optical / 1 coaxial digital and analog audio connections
• AUTO CALIBRATION: Advanced D.C.A.C. analyzes and adjusts the audio for optimal sound in every room
• SMARTER CONNECTIVITY: Stream music and use Bluetooth Standby to turn on the receiver from your phone
• LOW PROFILE DESIGN: STRDH790 Bluetooth receiver measures 5 1/4" tall to fit into most AV cabinets
• PURE DIRECT FUNCTION: Suppresses front panel noise to provide higher-fidelity sound from all inputs
• IN THE BOX: AV receivers include a calibration microphone, FM antenna, remote control and batteries

Sony

• Unprecedented realism and new features – eARC and heightened sound effects with Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology. Be it the sound of a helicopter or torrential rains – it’ll sound so real, you'll think it's happening right above you
• Make the most of your new 4K ULTRA HD TV with this 7.2 channel stereo receiver. Featuring HLG, HDR10, BT.2020, Wide Color Gamut & 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling, it Delivers exceptional brightness, contrast & color enriching your movie and gaming experience
• Extend the reach of your music to any room in the house via Wi-Fi, Airplay or Bluetooth with HEOS multi-room wireless speakers – No Command Center or extra hardware required. Get Hi-Fi sound around your home with Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn, Deezer & more
• Full voice control compatibility with amazon alexa lets you sit back and enjoy music without having to reach out for the remote. Adjust the volume, change the track or switch the inputs absolutely hands-free
• Award-winning on-screen setup assistant walks you through clear simple instructions to connect your TV, specific EQ settings & helps you optimize your surround sound. Denon's legacy & Japanese precision technology makes it a must-have for your home
• All HDMI ports (6 in, 1 out) follow the latest revision to high-bandwidth digital content protection requirements (HDCP 2.3) & are also backward compatible with the earlier versions. Don't fret if your devices have HDCP 2.2 - they'll work perfectly well
• Smooth, soothing, clear sound every single time – During setup, the Audyssey Suite – an EQ calibration system – measures & dynamically optimizes all speakers in your home theatre for all listening levels. No sudden blasts or muffled dialogues anymore

Denon

• Advanced circuitry design
• Bluetooth to your favorite streaming music services
• 40 station FM/AM preset tuning; Frequency Response: 10 Hz – 100 kHz (0 plus/ minus 0.5 dB / 0 plus/ minus 3.0 dB)
• Brushed aluminum finish and simplistic design
• Speaker selector for 2 systems. Input Sensitivity (CD): 500 mV / 47 k ohms

Yamaha Audio

• Amplify and enjoy your home audio experience in the comfort of your home
• 100 watts x 2 (8 ohms, 1 Kilo Hertz). Speaker impedance - 6–16 ohms
• Phono input, 4 stereo RCA audio inputs, 3.5 millimeter input, stereo RCA output
• Built in Bluetooth lets you wirelessly stream your favorite music service, podcasts, and more from other Bluetooth devices.
• Connect up to 4 speakers; A/B switching to play all at once, or in separate zones
• Low profile design (5 ¼ Inch tall) fits easily into conventional AV cabinet
• FM Radio with 30 station presets;
• Full size (1/4 inch) headphone jack
• In the box: Remote (RMT-AA400U), batteries, FM antenna

Sony

• Powerful 7-channel amplifier with the latest home cinema technology – 80 watts per channel delivers high power performance & operational stability for a range of speakers with HDCP 2.3 & advanced video processing with 4K upscaling for HDMI sources
• Advanced hdmi video section with eARC support (HDMI 6 in / 1 out) – Features 4K Ultra HD 60Hz video with full HDCP 2.3 support, 4:4:4 pure color sub-sampling, Dolby vision, HDR10, HLG, eARC, 3D & BT.2020
• Multi-dimensional audio – In addition to Dolby Atmos, DTS:X & DTS Virtual:X, the AVR-X1600H also supports Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology that creates virtual height effects even without the height channels for a truly immersive experience
• Award-wining on-screen quick setup guide walks you through simple, clear instructions to connect your TV, specify EQ settings & helps you optimize your surround sound. The back-panel is laid out with color-coded connections that makes organizing simple
• Enjoy wireless streaming with pandora, spotify, tidal & more via bluetooth, Wi-Fi, & airplay 2. Play the same song in every room or a different one in each connected room with heos multi-room speakers
• Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple Siri voice control – Use your voice to control the AVR-X1600H and wireless music services hands-free
• Your home at your fingertips – Denon's In-command series receiver AVR-X1600H features external control & IP control capabilities for seamless integration with Home Automation Systems like Control4 SDPP and allows remote monitoring of connected devices
• Alexa voice control – Sit back and enjoy music without having to reach out for the remote every now and then. Control this amp hands-free with Alexa. Adjust the volume, change the track or switch the inputs – “Just Ask.”

Denon