1-on-1 Comparison
Side-by-Side Comparison
Onkyo TX-NR6100
Pioneer VSX-935
Highlights
- 7.2 channels
- 7.1 channel processing
- 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
- HDMI 2.1
- THX Select™ certified
- Dolby Atmos, DTS:X capable
- HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 4K Upscaling, 8K Passthrough
- AirPlay 2, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi
- Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- USB and Phono inputs
Highlights
- 7.2 channels
- 7.1 channel processing
- 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
- HDMI 2.1
- Dolby Atmos, DTS:X capable
- HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 8K Upscaling, 8K Passthrough
- AirPlay 2, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi
- Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- USB and Phono inputs
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Content
Overview
Here we are comparing Onkyo TX-NR6100 to Pioneer VSX-935 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. Both receivers have 7 channel amplifiers with Onkyo TX-NR6100's being more powerful.
Advantage of Onkyo TX-NR6100
This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-NR6100 over Pioneer VSX-935.
Onkyo TX-NR6100 has more power per channel and bigger power supply.
Onkyo TX-NR6100 | vs | Pioneer VSX-935 | |
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THX™ Certification | Select™ (previously known as Select2) | vs | |
Music Playback via USB | FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD | vs | MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD |
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB | FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD | vs | Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD |
Jitter Reduction | PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF Audio | vs | |
Virtual Speakers | T-D (Theater-Dimensional) | vs | |
IP Control for CI | vs | ||
Bigger Power Supply | 635 W | vs | 460 W |
Longer Warranty | 2 Years | vs | 1 Year Parts & Labor |
Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) | 100 W (0.08% THD) | vs | 80 W (0.08% THD) |
Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) | 210 W (10% THD) | vs | 170 W (10% THD) |
Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 3 Ω, Front) | 240 W | vs | 160 W |
Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 4 Ω, Front) | 210 W | vs | 125 W |
Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 8 Ω, Front) | 120 W | vs | 85 W |
Advantage of Pioneer VSX-935
This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer VSX-935 over Onkyo TX-NR6100.
Pioneer VSX-935 has higher DAC specs.
Onkyo TX-NR6100 | vs | Pioneer VSX-935 | |
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Higher DAC Specs | 192 kHz/24 Bit | vs | 384 kHz/32 Bit |
Dialog Enhancement | vs | ||
More Tone Control Channels | Front L/R | vs | All Channels |
Video Signal Upscaling | 1080p to 4K | vs | 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K |
More RCA Line Inputs | 4 | vs | 5 (1 front) |
Front A/V Inputs | USB | vs | USB, Mini-Jack |
Zone 2 Outs | RCA Line Out (shared with Zone B) | vs | HDMI, RCA Line Out (shared with Zone B line out) |
Common Strengths and Weaknesses
Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both receivers.
STRENGTHS |
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Dolby Atmos |
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization |
DTS:X |
DSD via HDMI |
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. |
HDMI 2.1 |
eARC |
New HDCP Version |
HDR10 |
HDR10+ |
Dolby Vision |
Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through |
VRR |
QFT |
4K or 8K Video Passthrough |
4K or 8K Signal Upscaling |
Chromecast Built-In |
Works with Amazon Alexa |
Google assistant |
Ethernet |
Wi-Fi |
Bluetooth |
Many 8K Inputs |
USB Input |
Many Optical Inputs |
Zones |
Analog Tuner |
Pandora |
Spotify |
Tidal |
New Bluetooth Version |
WEAKNESSES |
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No Front Wide Channel Support |
No IMAX Enhanced |
No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer |
No Composite Video Inputs |
No RCA Pre-Outs |
Audio Section
Amplifier
Onkyo TX-NR6100 | Pioneer VSX-935 |
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7 channel Amplifier: Onkyo TX-NR6100 features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers. |
7 channel Direct Energy Amplifier: Pioneer VSX-935 features 7 channel power amplifier with 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. |
- Dynamic Audio Amplification: Onkyo TX-NR6100 features Dynamic Audio Amplification which is Onkyo’s amplification philosophy that focuses on capturing the energy and dynamism contained in the audio signal and reproducing it without loss. Audio signals are not static like a test tone, but rather a countless collection of constantly moving waves. While static measurements such as S/N ratio and Total Harmonic Distortion are important, Onkyo believes that excellent dynamic and transient response is the key to emotionally involving sound. Dynamism - the “life” in music - is achieved when the amp can respond to changes in the signal instantaneously, so notes start and stop naturally and the nuances in attack, decay, sustain, and release are voiced with conviction. Onkyo home theater receivers represent the culmination of almost 70 years’ experience in amplifier design. The unique elements of their amplification system comprise high-current, low-impedance architecture to accurately control large speaker cones while enabling instantaneous response to dynamic changes, and discrete wide-range amplifier circuit topology to eliminate phase shift for clear and accurate audio imaging.
THX Select™ (previously known as Select2) certification
Onkyo TX-NR6100 is THX Select™ (previously known as Select2) certified. This means that it is for medium sized rooms, up to 2,000 cubic feet in size, with a 10-12 foot viewing distance from the screen.
- THX™ Certification: THX™ Certification offers optimal performance, superior quality and seamless integration. THX works with partners from the ground up, so that certified products deliver professional quality audio-visual experiences right out of the box. They only certify the very best products with uncompromised quality, performance and consistency. They ensure that THX certified devices play well with lower performing devices and components. THX listening modes make the receiver to have one speaker set up for movies, music and games. They are tested for power output, bass management, signal-to-noise ratio and feature THX Loudness Plus, Boundary Gain Compensation, Timbre Matching and RE-EQ.
- Power Output: Power output is tested to ensure the receiver accurately plays source material at THX Reference Level in every input and mode and at every sampling rate for all possible playback combinations selected by the listener.
- Frequency Response: THX has strict requirements for frequency response to ensure that you hear all the details in high-resolution tracks, ensures dialog in movies, and vocals in music are clear while maintaining deep, impactful bass output that doesn’t overpower the listening experience.
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: THX tests the signal-to-noise ratio to ensure the unit is designed to have low noise performance with very little to no audible hiss from the speakers.
- Bass Management: THX requires an 80Hz crossover point in the setup menu to ensure proper bass management in every THX Certified AVR. This setting confirms that the subwoofer handles low frequencies, freeing up the loudspeakers to handle mids and highs.
- THX Loudness Plus™: THX Loudness Plus™ is a volume control technology featured in THX Certified Dominus, THX Certified Ultra and THX Certified Select AV Receivers, and preamplifiers that automatically adjusts the front-to-back speaker level relationship as you turn the volume down. With THX Loudness Plus, home theater audiences can now experience the rich details of surround sound at any volume level.
- Boundary Gain Compensation: Sitting near a wall may result in increased acoustic levels at the lower frequencies. BGC corrects the way low frequency sound is perceived when seated near a wall. This results in a more accurate bass response.
- Timbre Matching: Your ears hear different tonal qualities in sounds coming from different directions. Timbre Matching restores the frequency balance between your front and surround speakers ensuring seamless and smooth panning between the front to back of the room.
- RE-EQ: Many movie soundtracks are mixed in studios for playback in large cinema auditoriums with an array of speakers. When played on home systems, they may appear abrasive and edgy. Re-EQ establishes a more accurate tonal balance when enjoying movies in your home.
Speaker Configurations
Onkyo TX-NR6100's and Pioneer VSX-935's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.
- Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
- Onkyo TX-NR6100: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
- Pioneer VSX-935: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
- DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
- Onkyo TX-NR6100: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
- Pioneer VSX-935: 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:
- Onkyo TX-NR6100: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
- Pioneer VSX-935: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
- 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are 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.
- 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: Both models support 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 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: Both models feature 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: Both models have 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.
- Compressed Music Enhancer: Onkyo TX-NR6100 and Pioneer VSX-935 feature Compressed Music Enhancer which enhances the quality of the music files with lossy compression.
- Advanced Music Optimizer: Compressed music enhancement in Onkyo TX-NR6100 is done by Onkyo’s Advanced Music Optimizer. While MP3 or AAC files may sound fine through the headphones of your portable digital player, the limitations of these files can be exposed when played back through a quality home entertainment system. This is because a significant amount of high-frequency bit information is lost during the file-compression process. To counter this, Onkyo has designed the Advanced Music Optimizer to compensate for lost bit information and improve the quality of compressed audio signals. This results in a clearer and more expansive sound. Also included in this technology is a loudness correction feature that further improves the audio character of compressed files.
- Advanced Sound Retriever: Compressed music enhancement in Pioneer VSX-935 is done by Pioneer’s Advanced Sound Retriever. Hear the detail, warmth and clarity, the way the artist intended it, from all of your highly compressed MP3 and WMA files stored on USB, Smartphone and portable media players. By restoring data that tend to get lost in the digital compression process, Pioneers Advanced Sound Retriever Technology enhances audio reproduction all the way upto 20 Khz frequencies.
- MCACC: Pioneer’s exclusive Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System (MCACC) delivers an easy-to-use, automatic sound adjustment system to precision-tune your Pioneer and Pioneer Elite receivers with minimal effort. Every MCACC system comes with a microphone to measure and analyze reverb characteristics. The equalizer optimally adjusts sound parameters to fit the size and shape of your home environment while maintaining the integrity of high-resolution playback without any degradation to the quality of your music.
- AccuEQ: First, AccuEQ detects the presence of speakers and evaluates the impedance of each. Next, it pinpoints their distance relative to the main listening position using the mic and sets suitable sound-pressure levels. Then it selects the optimal crossover frequency so that deeper bass rolls smoothly off to the subwoofer. Finally, AccuEQ performs frequency response equalization based on room-acoustic and speaker data collected via microphone. The sound-field is now tailored around the listening position, resulting in a more immersive and realistic in-film experience.
Dolby Atmos
Onkyo TX-NR6100 and Pioneer VSX-935 support Dolby Atmos. It is a cinematic audio format in which sounds exist as individual entities, called audio objects. In Dolby Atmos, any sound can exist as an independent audio object, free of channel restrictions. They can be precisely placed and moved anywhere in your room, including overhead, to flow above and around you in three-dimensional space. Through the use of audio objects, overhead sound, and all the richness, clarity, and power of Dolby sound, Dolby Atmos turns your room into an amazing place for entertainment. The format supports up to 128 simultaneous independent audio objects in a mix for rich, realistic, and breathtaking sound. It recreates the director's original concept through descriptive metadata to provide customized playback for home theater and delivers sounds above you through overhead speakers, special upward-firing Dolby Atmos speakers, or a Dolby Atmos enabled sound bar.
DTS:X
Onkyo TX-NR6100 and Pioneer VSX-935 support DTS:X. A technique used in DTS:X is similar to the one used in Dolby Atmos. Instead of a fixed number of channels, DTS:X defines object locations from the listener in polar coordinates. An a/v receiver then dynamically renders sound according to the current speaker configuration. The speaker layout employed by DTS:X is the sum of Dolby Atmos and Auro-3D. It has standard 7.1 channel base layer, a 5 channel height layer above the base layer on the front and side walls, and 3 rows of speakers on the ceiling.
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
Onkyo TX-NR6100 and Pioneer VSX-935 support Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature 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.
Sound Processing
Room Calibration
Onkyo TX-NR6100 comes with AccuEQ with subwoofer EQ and AccuReflex™ and Pioneer VSX-935 comes with MCACC room correction system.
Video Section
HDMI 2.1
Onkyo TX-NR6100 comes with 3 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support and 3 inputs with 4K support. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.
Pioneer VSX-935 comes with 3 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support and 3 inputs with 4K support. It has 2 outputs - 1 MAIN and 1 SUB/ZONE 2.
- 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough: On both receivers 3 out of 6 inputs pass up to 8K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4) and the rest of the inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
- 4K Upscaling on Onkyo TX-NR6100: It can upscale 1080p to 4K from HDMI sources.
8K Upscaling on Pioneer VSX-935: It can upscale 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K from HDMI sources. - 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 2.3 Copy Protection: Both receivers are HDCP 2.3 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
- Quick Media Switching (QMS): With HDMI 2.1a, Quick Media Switching for movies and video uses the HDMI VRR mechanism to eliminate the blackout period when an HDMI Source device switches its video mode. As long as the resolution remains the same and only the frame rate changes, QMS will instantly switch between frame rates. QMS eliminates A/V blackouts by using VRR technology to change frame rates, allowing instant changes from 24Hz to 60Hz frame rate, and anywhere in-between. The viewer never sees blank screens and gets a seamless experience (available on both models).
- 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
Both receivers support HDR10, 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.
- HDR10: HDR10 uses the wide-gamut Rec. 2020 color space. It sends static metadata via video stream to the TV which calibrates its screen brightness and color according to that. HDR10 supports 10-bit color which corresponds to 1024 shades of the primary RGB colors. It is technically limited to a maximum of 10,000 nits peak brightness, however common HDR10 contents are mastered with peak brightness from 1,000 to 4,000 nits.
- HDR10+: HDR10+ is an HDR video technology that adds dynamic metadata to HDR10 source files. The dynamic metadata are used to adjust brightness levels on a scene-by-scene or even frame-by-frame basis. HDR10+ supports maximum of 10,000 nits peak brightness and 10-bit or more (up to 16-bit) color bit depth. It uses Samsung's dynamic metadata defined in SMPTE ST 2094-40.
- Dolby Vision: Dolby Vision is a set of technologies developed by Dolby Laboratories for high dynamic range (HDR) video. It covers content creation, distribution, and playback. Like HDR10+, it includes dynamic metadata that are used to adjust and optimize each frame of the HDR video to the consumer display's capabilities in a way specified by the content creator. Dolby Vision allows for a maximum resolution of 8K up to 12-bit color depth, maximum peak brightness of 10,000 nits and a color gamut up to Rec. 2020. It uses Dolby's proprietary dynamic metadata defined in SMPTE ST 2094-10.
- Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG): The Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) is a transfer function developed mainly for HDR live video feed and over-the-air broadcasts. It is an HDR format that uses BT.2020 color primaries and a bitdepth of 10-bit. It is backward compatible with the transfer function of SDR and is designed to be better-suited for television broadcasting, where the metadata required for other HDR formats is not backward compatible with non-HDR displays. HLG defines a non-linear optical-electro transfer function, in which the lower half of the signal values use a gamma curve and the upper half of the signal values use a logarithmic curve.
Gaming Features
Both receivers support Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.
- Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM): Auto Low Latency Mode enables the ideal latency setting to automatically be set allowing for smooth, lag-free and uninterrupted viewing and interactivity. When the receiver detects a gaming signal it will enter ALLM. The signal will also be sent to the TV causing it to automatically switch to a low-latency, low-lag mode for gaming. Some functions will not be available on the receiver and TV during ALLM.
- Variable Refresh Rate (VRR): VRR enables a gaming source such as a console or computer to deliver video frames as fast as it can, which in many cases is slower than the normal static refresh rate. It allows the TV to adapt to certain frame rate which reduces or eliminates lag, judder and frame tearing for more fluid and better detailed gameplay.
- Quick Frame Transport (QFT): QFT reduces latency for smoother no-lag gaming, and real-time interactive virtual reality. It transports each frame at a higher rate to decrease display latency, which is the amount of time between a frame being ready for transport in the GPU and that frame being completely displayed.
Inputs and Outputs
Audio
- Analog Line Inputs: There are 4 pair of line inputs on Onkyo TX-NR6100 and 5 pair of line inputs on Pioneer VSX-935 for connecting sources with analog outputs.
- Digital Inputs and Outputs: 1 optical input, 1 optical output and 1 coaxial input are available for digital audio connections on both receivers.
- Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.
Video
- HDMI:
- Onkyo TX-NR6100
Inputs: 6 Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
8K Inputs: 3. - Pioneer VSX-935
Inputs: 6 Outputs: 2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)
8K Inputs: 3.
Front A/V Inputs
- Onkyo TX-NR6100: USB
- Pioneer VSX-935: USB, Mini-Jack
Onkyo TX-NR6100


Pioneer VSX-935


Specifications
And in the end let us list all the available specifications of the receivers side-by-side.
BASICS | Onkyo TX-NR6100 | Pioneer VSX-935 |
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Brand | Onkyo | Pioneer |
Model | TX-NR6100 | VSX-935 |
Type | A/V Receiver | A/V Receiver |
Country | North America | North America |
Release Year | 2021 | 2021 |
AMPLIFIER | Onkyo TX-NR6100 | Pioneer VSX-935 |
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Channels | 7.2 | 7.2 |
Front Wide Channel Support | ||
Amplifier | Direct Energy | |
Dynamic Audio Amplification | ||
Non-Phase Shift Amplifier | ||
VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) | Front L/R Channels | |
THX™ Certification | Select™ (previously known as Select2) | |
Continuous 6 Ω Rated | ||
Certified 4 Ω Performance | ||
Discrete Output Stage Circuitry | ||
Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor) | ||
Bi-amp Capability | ||
BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging) |
AUDIO | Onkyo TX-NR6100 | Pioneer VSX-935 |
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Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine | 32-bit Digital Signal Processing Engines | Digital Quad-Core 32-bit DSP (Cirrus Logic) |
DAC | AKM AK4458 | |
DAC Specs | 192 kHz/24 Bit | 384 kHz/32 Bit |
Maximum Channel Processing | 7.1 | 7.1 |
Air Studios Monitor Certification | ||
Dolby Atmos | ||
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization | ||
Dolby Atmos Music | ||
Dolby TrueHD | ||
Dolby Digital Plus | ||
Dolby Surround Upmixer | ||
Dolby Pro Logic | ||
Dolby Digital EX | ||
THX Listening Modes | ||
Surround EX | ||
DTS:X | ||
DTS Neural:X | ||
DTS Virtual:X | ||
DTS Neo | ||
DTS-HD Master Audio | ||
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio | ||
DTS 96/24 | ||
DTS Express | ||
DTS-ES | Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 | |
IMAX Enhanced | ||
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer | ||
PCM | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input |
Music Playback via USB | FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD | MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD |
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 USB | FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD | Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD |
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 | PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF Audio | |
DTS Dialog Control | ||
Dialog Enhancement | ||
Dialog Normalization | ||
Dialogue Lift | ||
Sound Retriever | Advanced (2ch) | |
Sound Retriever AIR | ||
Digital Noise Reduction | ||
Tone Control | Front L/R | All Channels |
Compressed Music Enhancer | Advanced Music Optimizer | Advanced Sound Retriever |
High-resolution Music Enhancer | ||
THX Processing Mode | ||
Audyssey Dynamic EQ | ||
Audyssey Dynamic Volume | ||
Audyssey LFC | ||
Audyssey Sub EQ HT | ||
Audyssey DSX | ||
Direct Mode | ||
Pure Audio Mode | ||
Pure Direct Mode | ||
Auto Surround | ||
Advanced Surround | ||
Front Stage Surround Advance | ||
Virtual Speakers | T-D (Theater-Dimensional) | |
Virtual Depth |
CALIBRATION | Onkyo TX-NR6100 | Pioneer VSX-935 |
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Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. | AccuEQ with subwoofer EQ and AccuReflex™ | MCACC |
Manual MCACC | ||
MCACC Memory | 1 | |
Reflex Optimizer | ||
Phase Control | ||
Full Band Phase Control | ||
Standing Wave Control |
VIDEO | Onkyo TX-NR6100 | Pioneer VSX-935 |
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HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Enhanced ARC | ||
HDCP Version | 2.3 | 2.3 |
HDR10 | ||
HDR10+ | ||
Dynamic HDR | ||
Dolby Vision | ||
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) | ||
BT.2020 color space | ||
QMS (Quick Media Switching) | ||
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) | ||
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
QFT (Quick Frame transport) | ||
DSC (Display Stream Compression) | ||
3-D Ready | ||
Video Signal Passthrough | up to 8K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4) | up to 8K/60p and 4K/120p |
Video Signal Upscaling | 1080p to 4K | 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K |
Analog To HDMI Upconversion | ||
Super Resolution | ||
isf Certified Calibration Control |
CONNECTIVITY | Onkyo TX-NR6100 | Pioneer VSX-935 |
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MHL Input | ||
Chromecast Built-In | ||
DTS Play-Fi | ||
Works with Amazon Alexa | ||
Google assistant | ||
Apple Siri | ||
Works with SONOS | ||
AirPlay | AirPlay 2 | AirPlay 2 |
Apple Product Connection | iPod, iPhone and iPad | iPod, iPhone and iPad |
Remote App | Onkyo Controller and Music Control apps | Pioneer Remote App |
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue | ||
Ethernet | ||
Ethernet Switch | ||
Wi-Fi | ||
Bluetooth | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD |
HDBaseT Compatible | ||
HDMI Inputs | 6 | 6 |
HDMI Outputs | 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2) | 2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2) |
8K Inputs | 3 | 3 |
USB Input | 2 (front and rear) | 2 (1 Front) |
USB DC Out Port | ||
RCA Line Input | 4 | 5 (1 front) |
RCA Line Output | ||
XLR Line Inputs | ||
Phono Input | ||
Optical Inputs | 1 | 1 |
Optical Outputs | ||
Coaxial Inputs | 1 | 1 |
Composite Video Input | ||
Composite Video Output | ||
S-Video Input | ||
S-Video Output | ||
Component Video Input | ||
Component Video Output | ||
PC In | ||
Multi-Channel Input | ||
RCA Pre-Outs | 0.2 | 0.2 |
XLR Pre-outs | ||
Front A/V Inputs | USB | USB, Mini-Jack |
Speaker A/B | ||
Headphone Out | 6.3 mm (1/4") | 6.3 mm (1/4") |
ZONES | Onkyo TX-NR6100 | Pioneer VSX-935 |
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Zones | 2 | 2 |
Powered Zones | 2 | 2 |
Zone 2 Outs | RCA Line Out (shared with Zone B) | HDMI, RCA Line Out (shared with Zone B line out) |
Whole House Mode | ||
RS-232C Interface | ||
+12V Trigger Output | 0 | |
Remote (IR) Input/Output | 0 / 0 | 0 / 0 |
MISC | Onkyo TX-NR6100 | Pioneer VSX-935 |
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GUI Languages | 7 | |
AVNavigator | ||
IP Control for CI | ||
PreAmp Mode | ||
FL Dimmer | ||
Remote Controller | RC-974R | |
Detachable Power Cord |
RADIO | Onkyo TX-NR6100 | Pioneer VSX-935 |
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Analog Tuner | FM/AM | FM/AM |
Presets | 40 | 40 |
Digital Radio | ||
Internet Radio | TuneIn | TuneIn |
Pandora | ||
Spotify | ||
Tidal | ||
Deezer | ||
Napster | ||
SiriusXM Internet Radio |
CONSTRUCTION | Onkyo TX-NR6100 | Pioneer VSX-935 |
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Front Panel | Brushed | |
Solid Aluminum Front | ||
Speaker Terminals | 9 | 9 |
Large Speaker Terminals | 9 | 9 |
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals | ||
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals | ||
Ceramic Speaker Terminals | ||
3D Space Frame Construction | ||
Gold plated RCA terminals |
POWER | Onkyo TX-NR6100 | Pioneer VSX-935 |
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Power Supply | AC 120 V, 60 Hz | AC 120 V, 60 Hz |
H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) | Custom High-Current Low-Noise Power Transformer | |
Toroidal Transformer | ||
Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer | ||
Transformer Stabilizer | ||
Power Consumption | 635 W | 460 W |
No Sound Power | 65 W | 55 W |
Standby Power | 0.1 W | 0.10 W |
GENERAL | Onkyo TX-NR6100 | Pioneer VSX-935 |
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ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function | ||
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 435 mm x 173.5 mm x 379.5 mm 17-1/8" x 6-13/16" x 14-15/16" | 435 mm x 173 mm x 370.5 mm 17-1/8" x 6-13/16" x 14-9/16" |
Dimensions of Package (W x H x D) | 534 mm x 265 mm x 468 mm 21" x 10-7/16" x 18-7/16" | 536 mm x 265 mm x 458 mm 21-1/8" x 10-7/16" x 18-1/16" |
Weight | 9.8 kg (21.6 lbs) | 9.6 kg (21.2 lbs) |
Weight of Package | 12.5 kg (27.6 lbs) | 12.0 kg (26.5 lbs) |
Warranty | 2 Years | 1 Year Parts & Labor |
SPECS | Onkyo TX-NR6100 | Pioneer VSX-935 |
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Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 | 100 W (0.08% THD) | 80 W (0.08% THD) |
Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) | 210 W (10% THD) | 170 W (10% THD) |
Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front) | 240 W | 160 W |
Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front) | 210 W | 125 W |
Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front) | 120 W | 85 W |
THD | 0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power) | 0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, half power) |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line) | 200 mV/47 kΩ (1 kHz, 100 W/8 Ω) | 200 mV/47 kΩ |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM) | 3.5 mV/47 kΩ | 3.5 mV/47 kΩ |
Rated Preout Level and Impedance | 1 V/470 Ω (subwoofer) | |
Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance | 8 Ω - 600 Ω | |
Rated Headphone Power Output | 80 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD) | 80 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD) |
Phono Overload | 70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%) | 70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%) |
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) | 106 dB | 106 dB |
S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) | 80 dB | 80 dB |
Frequency Response (Analog In) | 10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio) | 10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio) |
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI | 2.8 MHz | 2.8 MHz |
DSD Sampling Rates via USB | 2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 MHz | 11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz |
Ethernet Standard | 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX | 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX |
Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency | 5 GHz, 2.4 GHz | 5 GHz, 2.4 GHz |
Bluetooth Version | 4․2 | 4․2 |
Bluetooth Frequency | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
USB Terminal | Front: Ver. 2.0, 5 V, 0.5 A Rear: Ver. 2.0, 5 V, 1 A | Front : Ver.2.0, 5 V/0.5 A Rear : Ver.2.0, 5V/1 A |
FM Frequency | 87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz | 87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz |
FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.) | Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf) | Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf) |
AM Frequency | 530 kHz - 1710 kHz | 530 kHz - 1710 kHz |
* - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
** - 480i/576i only
*** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
**** - 1080p signal is not converted