Yamaha TSR-5810 vs Pioneer VSX-934 review

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What is better - Yamaha TSR-5810 vs Pioneer VSX-934?

Amplifier

AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the TSR-5810 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 80/8, 145/6, while the VSX-934 has a power of 80/8, 165/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the TSR-5810 it is 0.09%, but for the VSX-934 it is 0.08%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the TSR-5810 received the model Burr-Brown 192 KHz/24-bit, but the VSX-934 is equipped with AK4458 384 KHz/32-bit. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Yamaha TSR-5810 and Pioneer VSX-934 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 versus AirPlay, AirPlay 2 respectively. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Yamaha TSR-5810 works with Pandora, but the Pioneer VSX-934 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 TSR-5810 and the VSX-934. Video scaling is only possible with the VSX-934. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the VSX-934.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the TSR-5810 has 4/1, and the VSX-934 has 6/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the TSR-5810 and the VSX-934. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. TSR-5810 and VSX-934 support the standard HDCP 2.2. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Pioneer VSX-934.

Additional features

Ability to create 2 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. There is an ECO mode in TSR-5810. The Yamaha TSR-5810 and the Pioneer VSX-934 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.