Denon AVR-X2700H vs Pioneer VSX-932 review

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The Denon AVR-X2700H vs Pioneer VSX-932 comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.

Amplifier

AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the AVR-X2700H has such a ratio W/Ohm - 95/8, 125/6, while the VSX-932 has a power of 80/8, 140/6. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.08%. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Denon AVR-X2700H and Pioneer VSX-932 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

These units have the same Wi-Fi modules. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The contenders have differences in the supported services from Apple - AirPlay, AirPlay 2 versus AirPlay respectively. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Denon AVR-X2700H works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, SiriusXM, Qobuz, TuneIn Radio, but the Pioneer VSX-932 works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora.

Video features

The HDR10 function is present in each of the rivals. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the AVR-X2700H and the VSX-932. Each of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the AVR-X2700H has 6/2, and the VSX-932 has 4/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the AVR-X2700H. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. The AVR-X2700H has support for the standard HDCP 2.3, compared to the VSX-932, which supports the standard HDCP 2.2. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. There is an ECO mode in AVR-X2700H. The Denon AVR-X2700H and the Pioneer VSX-932 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.