Pioneer VSX-532 vs Onkyo TX-RZ810 – that is a question.
The number of channels for receivers is different - 5.1 versus 7.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the VSX-532 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 80/8, 150/6, while the TX-RZ810 has a power of 180/6. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.08%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the VSX-532 received the model 192 KHz/24-bit, but the TX-RZ810 is equipped with AK4458 384 KHz/32-bit. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Pioneer VSX-532 and Onkyo TX-RZ810 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
Wireless Internet connection via WIFI is only possible with TX-RZ810. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The TX-RZ810 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 TX-RZ810. None of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Review participants do not have the Dolby Vision feature.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the VSX-532 has 4/1, and the TX-RZ810 has 8/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the VSX-532 and the TX-RZ810. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. VSX-532 and TX-RZ810 support the standard HDCP 2.2. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Onkyo TX-RZ810. Voice control of the basic functions of the receiver is not realized in both models. There is an ECO mode in VSX-532. The Onkyo TX-RZ810 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the TX-RZ810. Only in the TX-RZ810 realized a DTS:X surround technology.