Denon AVR-X2400H vs Pioneer VSX-932 review

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The Denon AVR-X2400H vs Pioneer VSX-932 comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.

Amplifier

AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the AVR-X2400H has such a ratio W/Ohm - 95/8, 125/6, while the VSX-932 has a power of 80/8, 140/6. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.08%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the AVR-X2400H received the model 192 KHz/24-bit, but the VSX-932 is equipped with AK4438 384 KHz/32-bit. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Pioneer VSX-932. Both Denon AVR-X2400H and Pioneer VSX-932 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The contenders have differences in the supported services from Apple - AirPlay, AirPlay 2 versus AirPlay respectively. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Denon AVR-X2400H works with Deezer, TIDAL, iHeart Radio, Sirius XM, Sound Cloud, Napster, but the Pioneer VSX-932 works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora. The quality of 4K/60Hz signal remains unchanged when transmitting from a source to a TV or projector via HDMI for both receivers. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the AVR-X2400H and the VSX-932. Video scaling is only possible with the VSX-932. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the AVR-X2400H has 8/2, and the VSX-932 has 4/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the AVR-X2400H and the VSX-932. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. AVR-X2400H and VSX-932 support the standard HDCP 2.2. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Pioneer VSX-932. There is an ECO mode in AVR-X2400H. The Denon AVR-X2400H and the Pioneer VSX-932 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available both models. A DTS:X surround technology is supported by devices from our comparison.