I had a chance to compare two receivers– Pioneer VSX-933 vs VSX-832, it will help people choose the model that meets their requirements.
VSX-933 is a 7.2 channel receiver, while VSX-832 supports the 5.1 channel setup only. If we compare Pioneer VSX-832 vs VSX-933 in terms of the total output power, we see that VSX-933 outputs 560 W, while VSX-832 outputs 400 W. Both models support Dolby Atmos. VSX-933 works with Sonos and supports DTS:X and DTS Neural:X upmixing, while VSX-832 features the phase control technology to eliminate the phase lag and the reflex optimizer to improve the localization of the sound image. Both models support the modern 4K video standard.
Both receivers have Wi-Fi modules, so you can access various online services or stream content from your devices. The Wi-Fi module is dual-band, so it assures a stable, high-speed connection. Both solutions have the built-in Chromecast technology, and VSX-933 works with the Google Assistant.
These receivers support the multi-room technology. Customers don’t experience any issues with ports. However, VSX-832 wins here with its 6 in and 1 out HDMI ports, while VSX-933 features 4 in and 1 out HDMI ports.
Pioneer uses the MCACC technology to control the output audio. The auto-calibration feature is quite fast and precise, but you can always fine-tune the settings using a special menu (customers do not have any troubles with it). Pioneer provides you with the microphone required for this calibration.
These two models look almost the same – they have a simple LCD display with some basic information, two large knobs, a row of narrow buttons right under the display and some small round-shaped buttons. The front panel also has some extra ports. Both models come with an ergonomic remote controller.
The dimensions are 14.6x17.1x6.8 in for VSX-933 versus 12.6x17.1x6.8 in for VSX-832.
Specification | Pioneer VSX-832 | Pioneer VSX-933 |
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Additional Features | ||
Audio Return Channel (arc) | ||
Apple Air-play Support | ||
Advanced Sound Retriever (asr) Technology | ||
Smartphone Remote Control | ||
Three-zone Capability | ||
Dual-zone Capability | ||
A-b Speaker Switch | ||
Pure Direct Mode | ||
Auto Power Off | ||
Bi-amplifying | ||
Amplifier | ||
Output Impedance Per Channel | 6 Ohm | 6 Ohm, 8 Ohm |
Output Power Per Channel | 80 W | 80 W |
Total Output Power | 400 W | 560 W |
Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.08 % | 0.08 % |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz-20 kHz | 20 Hz-20 kHz |
Sound Features | ||
Surround System Class | 5.1 channel | 7.2 channel |
Surround Sound Effects | Front Stage Surround Advance | Theater-Dimensional Virtual Surround |
Audio D/a Converter | 24bit / 192kHz | 32bit / 384kHz |
Digital Content Protection | HDCP 2.2 | |
Audio Formats | ||
Apple Lossless | ||
Aiff | ||
Aac | ||
Wma | ||
Wav | ||
Mp3 | ||
Flac | ||
Built-in Decoders | ||
Dolby Surround | ||
Dolby Digital Plus | ||
Dolby Atmos | ||
Dts:x | ||
Dolby True Hd | ||
Signal Processing | ||
Hdmi Pass-through | up to 4K | up to 4K |
Upscaling Via Hdmi | up to 4K | |
3d Pass-through | ||
Video Conversion/scaling | HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion | |
Connector Type | ||
Hdmi Outputs | 1 | 1 |
Hdmi Inputs | 6 | 4 |
Coaxial Digital Inputs | 1 | 1 |
Optical Digital Inputs | 1 | 1 |
Phones | 1 | 1 |
Av Inputs | has not | 4 |
Usb | 1 | 2 |
Subwoofer Outputs | 1 | 2 |
Coaxial Digital Outputs | has not | has not |
Optical Digital Outputs | has not | has not |
Media Content Source | ||
Usb-host | ||
Network | ||
Bluetooth | ||
Dimensions | ||
Dimensions | 12.6 x 17.1 x 6.8 inches | 14.6 x 17.1 x 6.8 inches |
Connectivity Interfaces | ||
Ieee 802.3u | ||
Ieee 802.3 | ||
Wi-fi | ||
Bluetooth | ||
User Manual | ||
Manual | vsx-832.pdf | vsx-933.pdf |
Functions | ||
Network Audio Player | ||
Internet Radio | ||
Digital Player | ||
Power Device | ||
Standby Power Consumption | 0.1 W | 0.1 W |
Operational Power Consumption | 400 W | 480 W |
Clock | ||
Sleep Timer | ||
Built-in Clock | ||
Built-in Display | ||
Colour | black | black |
Type | fluorescent | fluorescent |
Radio | ||
Preset Station | 40 | 30 |
Tuner Bands | AM/FM | AM/FM |
Tuner Type | digital | digital |
General | ||
Brand | Pioneer | Pioneer |