Denon AVR-S930H vs Pioneer VSX-932

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The Denon AVR-S930H versus Pioneer VSX-932 comparison makes clear all pros and cons of AV receivers. According to the results of our review, Denon AVR-S930H received 7.8 points out of 10 possible, and Pioneer VSX-932 was rated 6.7 points. Both AV receivers were introduced in 2017. Identified advantages have shown that AVR-S930H is better over VSX-932 mainly as a home theater processor.

Main advantages Denon AVR-S930H over Pioneer VSX-932

Main advantages Pioneer VSX-932 over Denon AVR-S930H

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the devices received different marks - 8 and 7, respectively, on a 10-point scale.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. Both receivers can handle the 7.2-channels configuration.

RMS stands for the actual power of the receiver. The higher this value, the louder the sound can be produced. The differences between the models in terms of RMS power are significant - for the AVR-S930H this value is 90/8 W/Ohm, and for the VSX-932 it is 80/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the AVR-S930H 6 out of 10, and the VSX-932 - 9.

Bi-amping is the amplification of one speaker with two amplifiers. This amplification method has a positive effect on sound quality. Bi-amping is possible on the VSX-932.

Most receivers now come with a microphone included. It is with the help of this microphone that the auto-calibration system functions, which adjusts the sound of the receiver to the room.

Connectivity

The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is equal and was rated 8 out of 10.

Bluetooth connection is now one of the main communication protocols for the receiver's control or even music broadcasting.

DLNA is the perfect way to use your local cloud storage to stream movies and music directly to a TV. You can use the DLNA protocol only with Denon AVR-S930H.

Streaming services

Now music streaming services are gaining more and more popularity. They allow users to listen to millions of songs by subscription.

Extensive connections

The presence of many connectors makes the receiver more versatile. But there are also narrowly targeted models, the number of connectors which are limited to a certain area of use. And when choosing their own receiver, users need to consider exactly your goals for using the receiver. For extensive connection, Denon AVR-S930H got 8 points, but Pioneer VSX-932 received 6 points.

Denon AVR-S930H is equipped with 8/2 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Pioneer VSX-932 has 4/1 HDMI inputs and outputs.

Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the VSX-932 has a Phono interface.

Video features

The AV receiver is the heart of the home theater. And in this case, support for all current video formats ensures the best user experience, so it is very important to consider this when choosing a device. Video features of the AVR-S930H were rated 9 out of 10 against the 10 for the VSX-932.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the AVR-S930H got 10 points, but the VSX-932 has 7.

Voice control allows you to control the basic functions of the receiver through a smartphone, smart speaker or using the microphone that comes with the kit. The AVR-S930H can be controlled by voice via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI. Only the Denon AVR-S930H has the ECO mode.

Multi-room

As the center of a home media system, each multichannel receiver has an additional set of terminals for connecting the second set of speakers to create additional audio space in Zone 2 or even Zone 3 where audio can have the separate source.

Multichannel surround

For the ability to create multichannel surround sound, each of the receivers received 7 points out of 10.