Yamaha RX-V683BL vs Pioneer VSX-932

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The Yamaha RX-V683BL versus Pioneer VSX-932 comparison makes clear all pros and cons of AV receivers. According to the results of our review, Yamaha RX-V683BL received 7.1 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 RX-V683BL is better over VSX-932 mainly as a home theater processor.

Main advantages Yamaha RX-V683BL over Pioneer VSX-932

Main advantages Pioneer VSX-932 over Yamaha RX-V683BL

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the models have rated 7 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 RX-V683BL 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 RX-V683BL 8 out of 10, and the VSX-932 - 9.

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 markedly different, Yamaha RX-V683BL scored 7, and Pioneer VSX-932 scored 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 Yamaha RX-V683BL.

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, both receivers got 6 points on our 10-point scale.

Yamaha RX-V683BL is equipped with 6/1 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Pioneer VSX-932 has 4/1 HDMI inputs and outputs.

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 RX-V683BL were rated 9 out of 10 against the 10 for the VSX-932.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, both receivers received a score of 7 out of 10.

Only the Yamaha RX-V683BL 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.