Denon AVR-X8500H vs Pioneer VSX-932

      Denon AVR-X8500H

      Pioneer VSX-932
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      Highlights

      • 13.2 Channels
      • 13.2 Channel Processing
      • 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, Auro 3D
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Denon AVR-X8500H
      4. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-932
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Amplifier
      7. Speaker Configurations
      8. Immersive Audio Formats
      9. HDMI
      10. Inputs and Outputs
      11. Evaluations
      12. Specifications

      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Denon AVR-X8500H to Pioneer VSX-932 to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. The Denon AVR-X8500H has 13 channel and the Pioneer VSX-932 has 7 channel amplifiers.


      Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932

      Denon AVR-X8500H was introduced in 2018 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 13 channel amplifier with 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 13.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro and Auro-3D, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      Pioneer VSX-932 was introduced in 2017. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K video signal.

      We evaluated Denon AVR-X8500H and Pioneer VSX-932 and gave them scores of 95 and 84 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

      Denon AVR-X8500H

      Pioneer VSX-932

      Amplifier
      95
      Amplifier
      85
      Audio Features
      97
      Audio Features
      86
      Video Features
      96
      Video Features
      95
      Connectivity
      92
      Connectivity
      82
      Zones
      93
      Zones
      55
      Radio
      96
      Radio
      90
      OVERALL
      95
      OVERALL
      84

      For more details about the ranking please go to    Evaluations section.

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Denon AVR-X8500H and Pioneer VSX-932.

      PROS

      Denon AVR-X8500H

      Pioneer VSX-932

      •   Many Channels - 13.2
      •   High Power Output - 150 W
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   13.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   HEOS
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   Multi-Channel Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      CONS

      Denon AVR-X8500H

      Pioneer VSX-932

      •   No HDR10+
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR
      •   Low Power Output - 80 W
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   4 HDMI Inputs
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Zones
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Denon AVR-X8500H

      Pioneer VSX-932

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE

      3. Advantage of Denon AVR-X8500H

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVR-X8500H over Pioneer VSX-932.

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      Denon AVR-X8500H vs Pioneer VSX-932
      More Channels 13.2 vs 7.2
      Higher Power Output 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support vs
      Bi-amp capability 5-ch (assignable) vs
      More Channel Processing 13.2 vs 7.1
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS:X Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4 vs
      DTS Virtual:X via firmware update vs
      IMAX Enhanced vs
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 13.1-ch (Built-In) vs
      Jitter Reduction vs
      Dialog Enhancement vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      Audyssey LFC vs
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
      Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through vs
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 vs 1080p to 4K
      isf Certified Calibration Control vs
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      DLNA 1.5 vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs AirPlay
      More HDMI Inputs 8 (1 front) vs 4
      More HDMI Outputs 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2) vs 1
      USB DC Out Port vs
      More Optical Inputs 2 vs 1
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 2 vs 1
      More RCA Line Inputs 6 vs 3 (1 front)
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1 vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 15.2 vs 0.2
      More Composite Video Inputs 4 vs 2
      More Composite Video Outputs 1 vs
      More Component Video Inputs 3 vs
      More Component Video Outputs 1 vs
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI, USB vs USB, Mini-Jack
      Speaker A/B assignable vs
      Detachable Power Cord vs
      More Zones 3 vs 1
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output 2 vs
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 1 vs 0 / 0
      PreAmp Mode vs
      Pandora vs
      Napster vs
      SiriusXM vs
      More Speaker Terminals 15 vs 7
      More Large Speaker Terminals 15 vs 7
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals vs
      Gold plated RCA terminals vs
      Bigger Power Supply 900 W vs 480 W
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) 260 W (10% THD) vs 160 W (10% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC) 210 W (1% THD) vs 130 W (1% THD)
      Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 4 Ω, Front) 280 W x 2-channel vs 125 W
      Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 8 Ω, Front) 170 W x 2-channel vs 85 W
      Wider AM Frequency Range 520 kHz - 1710 kHz vs 522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz
      Longer Warranty 3 Years vs 1 Year Parts & Labor

      4. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-932

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer VSX-932 over Denon AVR-X8500H.

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      Denon AVR-X8500H vs Pioneer VSX-932
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD, Dolby TrueHD
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD, Dolby TrueHD
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      Works with SONOS vs
      DTS Play-Fi vs
      USB Input 1 Front for USB memory vs 2 (1 Front)
      More GUI Languages 3 vs 9
      Analog Tuner FM/AM vs FM/AM with RDS
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 102 dB vs 106 dB
      Higher S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) 74 dB vs 80 dB
      Newer Bluetooth Version 3․0 + EDR vs 4․1 + LE

      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
        DTS:X Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 MCACC
        HDR10
        Dolby Vision
        New HDCP Version2.22.2
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite Composite
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC SBC, AAC
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory2 (1 Front)
        Phono Input
        Composite Video Inputs42
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM with RDS
        Spotify
        Tidal
      WEAKNESSES Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        No HDR10+
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932

      13 channel Amplifier: Denon AVR-X8500H features 13 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      7 channel Discrete Direct Energy Amplifier: Pioneer VSX-932 features 7 channel power amplifier with Discrete Direct Energy design. It is rated at 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.


        AMPLIFIER Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        Channels13.27.2
        Power Output150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability 5-ch (assignable)

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Denon AVR-X8500H's and Pioneer VSX-932's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Denon AVR-X8500H: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.6, 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 7.2.6, 9.2.2, 9.2.4 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-932: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Denon AVR-X8500H: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.6, 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 7.2.6, 9.2.2, 9.2.4 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-932: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Denon AVR-X8500H: 5.2, 7.2, 9.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-932: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Front Wide Channel support: With the presence of two front wide speakers you can enhance the front surround stage. The following speaker configurations are available for front wide channels:
        • Denon AVR-X8500H: 9.2, 9.2.2, 9.2.4.
        • Pioneer VSX-932: Does not support.
        • Bi-Amp: Denon AVR-X8500H is able to bi-amp up to 5 and Pioneer VSX-932 is able to bi-amp up to 2 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

        8. Immersive Audio Formats

        Dolby Atmos

        Denon AVR-X8500H and Pioneer VSX-932 support Dolby Atmos.

        • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Both models support Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.
        • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Denon AVR-X8500H supports Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization which is a digital signal processing solution that leverages Dolby's deep understanding of human audio perception to create the sensation of overhead sound from the listener-level speakers.

        DTS:X

        Denon AVR-X8500H and Pioneer VSX-932 support DTS:X.

        • DTS:X Pro: Denon AVR-X8500H supports DTS:X Pro which is an upgraded version of DTS:X and is no longer limited with 11 channel processing.
        • DTS Neural:X: Both models feature DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
        • DTS Virtual:X: Denon AVR-X8500H supports DTS Virtual:X which bridges the gap between DTS:X codec and the reality of so many consumers' homes, allowing you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound regardless of room size, layout, or speaker configuration. If you have a limited speaker setup you will miss a full immersive potential of your entertainment system. DTS Virtual:X adds height and surround audio effect to your system without adding height speakers. It works with multiple configurations and delivers immersive sound experience out of 5.1 or even 2.1 speaker layouts.
        • DTS Dialog Control: Denon AVR-X8500H supports DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.

        Auro-3D

        Denon AVR-X8500H supports Auro-3D.

        • Auro-Matic upmixer: Auro-Matic upmixer takes non Auro-3D sound and upmixes to the current speaker configuration.

        IMAX Enhanced

        Denon AVR-X8500H is IMAX Enhanced certified. To qualify for IMAX Enhanced certification, 4K HDR televisions, projectors, sound bars, a/v receivers, loudspeakers, powered subwoofers and other premium home entertainment devices must meet carefully prescribed performance requirements established by IMAX, DTS and Hollywood's leading experts.

        • What makes an IMAX Enhanced A/V receiver different from an A/V receiver with DTS:X technology? DTS:X technology is commonly found in most multi-channel A/V receivers on the market today. All IMAX Enhanced A/V receivers include DTS:X technology and deliver additional features, such as auto-sensing of IMAX Enhanced content, via IMAX Mode. IMAX Mode indicates that your A/V receiver supports fully immersive IMAX signature sound.
        AUDIO DECODING Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X via firmware update
        DTS Neo
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 13.1-ch (Built-In)

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        9. HDMI

        Denon AVR-X8500H comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2.

        Pioneer VSX-932 comes with 4 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

        • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
        • 4K Upscaling on Denon AVR-X8500H: It can upscale up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
          4K Upscaling on Pioneer VSX-932: It can upscale 1080p to 4K from HDMI and analog sources.
        • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Both receivers support analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
        • BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on both models).
        • HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection: Both receivers are HDCP 2.2 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
        • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

        HDR (High Dynamic Range)

        Both receivers support HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma. High dynamic range video has greater dynamic range than standard dynamic range (SDR) video with brighter whites and deeper blacks. The result is greater contrast and more details in dark and bright areas, better color and depth.


        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

        Denon AVR-X8500H supports Audio Return Channel (ARC) which allows the compatible TV to send audio signal to the a/v receiver through the same HDMI cable which is used to send audio and video signals to the TV. So one HDMI cable is used to transfer audio signal in both directions. New Enhanced ARC will support uncompressed audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio whereas the previous ARC could support only Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS HD, and PCM.


        Gaming Features

        Denon AVR-X8500H supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.22.2
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 1080p to 4K

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Denon AVR-X8500H and Pioneer VSX-932 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • 7.1 Multichannel Input: In case you have a high quality Blu-Ray or a DVD player with multichannel analog outputs you may connect it to a 7.1 multichannel analog inputs of Denon AVR-X8500H and use high quality DACs of the player instead of the ones in the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Denon AVR-X8500H has 15.2 preamplifier outputs which allows you to connect the receiver to the external power amplifier. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the receiver to power the rest.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 6 pair of line inputs on Denon AVR-X8500H and 3 pair of line inputs on Pioneer VSX-932 for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Denon AVR-X8500H and 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Pioneer VSX-932 for digital audio connections.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • Denon AVR-X8500H
          Inputs:           8 (1 front)   Outputs: 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Pioneer VSX-932
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Denon AVR-X8500H
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 1.
        • Pioneer VSX-932
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 0.
        • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one.
        • Denon AVR-X8500H supports up to 1080p resolution on Component video connectors. resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Denon AVR-X8500H
          Inputs:           3   Outputs: 1.
        • Pioneer VSX-932
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Denon AVR-X8500H: HDMI, USB
        • Pioneer VSX-932: USB, Mini-Jack

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        TERMINALS Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)4
        HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)1
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory2 (1 Front)
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs21
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs21
        RCA Line Inputs63 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input 7.1
        RCA Pre-Outs15.20.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs42
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs3
        Component Video Outputs1

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Denon AVR-X8500H and Pioneer VSX-932 and gave them scores of 95 and 84 out of 100 recpectively. We also gave separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new receiver is added to the database.


        Denon AVR-X8500H

        Pioneer VSX-932

        OVERALL
        95
        OVERALL
        84

        Amplifier

        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   Many Channels - 13.2
        •   High Power Output - 150 W
        EXCELLENT
        85
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Low Power Output - 80 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        97
        •   Many Channels - 13.2
        •   Front Wide Channel Support
        •   13.2 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   IMAX Enhanced
        •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI
        EXCELLENT
        86
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        96
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

        Connectivity

        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   HEOS
        •   8 HDMI Inputs
        •   4 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Many RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   Multi-Channel Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR
        GOOD
        82
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   Chromecast Built-In
        •   4 HDMI Inputs
        •   1 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Few RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE

        Zones

        EXCELLENT
        93
        •   3 Zones
        AVERAGE
        55
        •   No Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        96
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        EXCELLENT
        90
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        BrandDenonPioneer
        ModelAVR-X8500HVSX-932
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryUSAAustralia and Asia
        Release Year20182017
        PredecessorDenon AVR-X7200WA
        SuccessorDenon AVR-X8500HA Pioneer VSX-933
        AMPLIFIER Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        Channels13.27.2
        Power Output150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Amplifier DesignDiscrete Direct Energy
        Discrete Amplification
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction L/R separated
        Bi-amp Capability 5-ch (assignable)
        AUDIO FEATURES Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineFour powerful high speed 4th generation SHARC DSP processors with 32-bit floating pointDigital Core Engine with Cirrus Logic (Quad Core) x1
        DACAKM AK4490EQAKM AK4438
        DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit384 kHz/32 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing13.27.1
        D.D.S.C. HD Digital 32 bit
        Alpha Processing AL32 Processing Multichannel
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X via firmware update
        DTS Neo
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 13.1-ch (Built-In)
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD, Dolby TrueHD
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD, Dolby TrueHD
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        DSD via USB 2-ch Input 2-ch Input
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter Reduction
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog Level Adjustment
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift
        Sound Retriever Advanced
        Sound Retriever AIR
        Digital noise Reduction
        Tone Control All Channels
        Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Sound Retriever
        High-resolution Music Enhancer
        Audyssey Dynamic EQ
        Audyssey Dynamic Volume
        Audyssey LFC
        Audyssey Sub EQ HT
        Audyssey DSX
        Direct Mode
        Pure Direct Mode
        Auto Surround
        Optimum Surround
        Advanced Surround10 + 1
        Wide Surround
        Front Stage Surround Advance
        Headphone Surround
        Virtual Speakers
        Virtual Depth
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 MCACC
        Audyssey App Support
        Manual MCACC
        MCACC Memory1
        Reflex Optimizer
        Phase Control
        Auto Phase Control Plus
        Full Band Phase Control
        Standing Wave Control
        EQ Bands9-Band
        Symmetric EQ
        Distance Adjustment0.1 feet
        Precision Distance
        Polarity Check
        Auto Subwoofer Crossover
        Optimized Bass Redirection
        Bass Sync
        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.22.2
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 1080p to 4K
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        Component Video Maximum Resolution1080p
        Stream Smoother
        Pure Cinema
        Video Parameter Adjustments
        Super Resolution
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC SBC, AAC
        Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Chromecast Built-In
        Works with SonoS
        HEOS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad Made for iPhone, iPod and iPad (Airplay only)
        Remote App Denon 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices and Kindle Fire Pioneer Remote App
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)4
        HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)1
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory2 (1 Front)
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs21
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs21
        RCA Line Inputs63 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input 7.1
        RCA Pre-Outs15.20.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs42
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs3
        Component Video Outputs1
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsHDMI, USBUSB, Mini-Jack
        Speaker A/B assignable
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        adapterport
        ZONES Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        Number of Zones31
        Powered Zones 2 and 3
        Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Composite, Pre Out
        Zone 3 OutsPre Out, Composite
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output2
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 10 / 0
        MISCELLANEOUS Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User InterfaceGUI with System/Network Setup Menu
        GUI Languages39
        Web Control
        AV Navigator
        IP Control
        Control4 SDDP
        PreAmp Mode
        Versatile Speaker ConfigurationFRONT, CENTER, SURROUND, SURROUND BACK/HEIGHT/Bi-AMP
        Display 2 lines
        FL Dimmer
        Remote ControllerRC-1221
        Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
        Denon Link HD
        Setup Assistant
        Quick Select plus / Quick Select /
        RADIO Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM with RDS
        Presets40
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio TuneIn TuneIn
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        Front PanelMetalBrushed
        Solid Aluminum Front
        Speaker Terminals157
        Large Speaker Terminals157
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        3D Space Frame Construction
        High Grade Audio Components
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption900 W480 W
        No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 70 W/125 W45 W
        Standby Power0.1 W0.15 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power off
        PHYSICAL Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        Dimensions (W x H x D)434 mm x 195 mm x 482 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 259 mm x 482 mm)
        17-1/8" x 7-3/4" x 18-3/4" (with antenna up: 17-1/8" x 10-1/4" x 18-3/4")        		435 mm x 173 mm x 320.5 mm
        17-1/8" x 6-13/16" x 12-5/8"
        Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)22.4" x 12.9" x 21.2"
        Weight23.3 kg (51 lbs 6 oz)8.8 kg (19.4 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS Denon AVR-X8500H Pioneer VSX-932
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)150 W (0.05% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)190 W (0.7% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)260 W (10% THD)160 W (10% THD)
        Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)210 W (1% THD)130 W (1% THD)
        Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)160 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)280 W x 2-channel125 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)170 W x 2-channel85 W
        THD0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, half power)
        THD (Digital)0.008% (1 kHz, at 0 dB)
        Analog Distortion0.005% (20 Hz-20 kHz, Direct mode)
        Phono Distortion0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)2.5 mV3.5 mV/47 kΩ
        Rated Lineout Level and Impedance1.2 V
        Rated Output digital2 V (at 0 dB playback)
        Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance330 Ω
        Rated Headphone Power Output80 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
        Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)102 dB106 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 dB80 dB
        S/N Ratio (digital)102 dB
        Dynamic Range (digital)100 dB
        Phono RIAA Deviation±1 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
        Frequency Response (Analog In)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
        1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)        		1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 60 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Component)
        5 Hz to 10 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Composite)
        Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/nIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version3․0 + EDR4․1 + LE
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 AVer. 2.0, 5 V, 500 mA
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)
        FM Effective Sensitivity1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
        FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB
        FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%
        AM Frequency520 kHz - 1710 kHz522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz
        AM Effective Sensitivity18 µV
        Warranty3 Years1 Year Parts & Labor

        * - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
        ** - 480i/576i only
        *** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
        **** - 1080p signal is not converted

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