Pioneer VSX-532 vs Denon AVR-X4400H review

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It makes sense comparing Pioneer VSX-532 vs Denon AVR-X4400H because they both are able to give some premium features.

Amplifier

A significant difference between the receivers in the number of channels, Pioneer VSX-532 has 5.1 versus 11.2 for Denon AVR-X4400H. Regarding power, then VSX-532 has such a W/Ohm ratio - 80/8, 150/6 when AVR-X4400H has a power of 125/8, 165/6. The THD is 0.08% for the VSX-532 but 0.05% for the AVR-X4400H.

Audio features

Characteristics of digital to analog converter (DAC) are different, 192 KHz/24-bit for VSX-532 and AK4458 384 KHz/32-bit for the AVR-X4400H. Both the VSX-532 and the AVR-X4400H support Bi-amping. Each of the AV receivers can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. Only the AVR-X4400H supports Spotify. Compared AV receivers retain the quality of 4K/60Hz signal when transmitting from a source to a TV or projector. HDMI signal transmission in standby mode is implemented in each of the devices. The AVR-X4400H can scale the input HDMI signal, unlike the VSX-532. Dolby Vision technology found support only on the AVR-X4400H.

Extensive connections

The Pioneer VSX-532 has 4/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 8/3 HDMI connectors of the Denon AVR-X4400H. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. The HDMI eARC is available only on the AVR-X4400H. The Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) feature is present in most modern AV receivers and the models in our comparison are no exception. Both models support the standard HDCP 2.2. The AVR-X4400H has a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. It is also worth noting that the ECO mode is presented in each of the receivers. The setup assistant will help you configure Denon AVR-X4400H.

Multichannel surround

Only the AVR-X4400H has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the AVR-X4400H.