Well, it compares pretty well, considering the price, and it is a pretty new receiver. Has lots of bells and whistles
It is a little low on power compared to the others but, depending on what speakers you get it really is not that big a difference, especially if you go with an efficient speaker from the likes of Klipsch.
For a comparison of the three Yamaha's click
here.
I would recommend you pick the speakers you like first, then get a receiver or separates that can handle them.