Pioneer VSX-532 vs Yamaha CX-A5100 review

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The Pioneer VSX-532 vs Yamaha CX-A5100 comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.

Amplifier

The number of channels for receivers is different - 5.1 versus 11.2, respectively, for devices. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the VSX-532 it is 0.08%, but for the CX-A5100 it is 0.06%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the VSX-532 received the model 192 KHz/24-bit, but the CX-A5100 is equipped with ESS 9016 192 KHz/32-bit. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Pioneer VSX-532. Both Pioneer VSX-532 and Yamaha CX-A5100 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

Wireless Internet connection via WIFI is only possible with CX-A5100. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The CX-A5100 has access to the Spotify service. 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 VSX-532 and the CX-A5100. Video scaling is only possible with the CX-A5100. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the CX-A5100.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the VSX-532 has 4/1, and the CX-A5100 has 8/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the VSX-532 and the CX-A5100. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. VSX-532 and CX-A5100 support the standard HDCP 2.2. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Yamaha CX-A5100. Voice control of the basic functions of the receiver is not realized in both models. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Yamaha CX-A5100 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the CX-A5100. Only in the CX-A5100 realized a DTS:X surround technology.