Denon AVR-S930H vs Pioneer VSX-933

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The Denon AVR-S930H vs Pioneer VSX-933 comparison makes sense because it shows what devices in their segments can offer. We estimated the compared receivers and both received a 7.8 out of 10 points. The release date of AVR-S930H is 2017, and VSX-933 is 2018.

Main advantages Denon AVR-S930H over Pioneer VSX-933

Main advantages Pioneer VSX-933 over Denon AVR-S930H

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the models have rated 8 points out of 10.

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-933 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-933 - 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-933.

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-933 received 7 points.

Denon AVR-S930H is equipped with 8/2 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Pioneer VSX-933 has 6/1 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-933 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-933.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the AVR-S930H got 10 points, but the VSX-933 has 9.

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.