It’s strongly recommended to compare different receivers if you want to choose the best one: Yamaha RX-V581 vs Pioneer VSX-832.
The number of channels for receivers is different - 7.2 versus 5.1, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the RX-V581 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 115/6, while the VSX-832 has a power of 80/8, 165/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the RX-V581 it is 0.09%, but for the VSX-832 it is 0.08%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the RX-V581 received the model Burr-Brown 192 KHz/24-bit, but the VSX-832 is equipped with AK4438 384 KHz/32-bit. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Yamaha RX-V581. Both Yamaha RX-V581 and Pioneer VSX-832 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
Wireless Internet access via WIFI is possible on both units. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. Both devices can work with such Apple Music services: AirPlay. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Yamaha RX-V581 works with Pandora, JUKE, but the Pioneer VSX-832 works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, TuneIn Radio. 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 RX-V581 and the VSX-832. Video scaling is only possible with the VSX-832. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the VSX-832.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs is the same - 4/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the RX-V581 and the VSX-832. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. RX-V581 and VSX-832 support the standard HDCP 2.2. Unlike most receivers, our models do not have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. Voice control of the basic functions of the receiver is not realized in both models. There is an ECO mode in RX-V581. The Yamaha RX-V581 and the Pioneer VSX-832 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available both models. A DTS:X surround technology is supported by devices from our comparison.