Onkyo TX-SR494 vs Pioneer VSX-524-K

      Onkyo TX-SR494

      Pioneer VSX-524-K
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      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
      • Bluetooth

      Highlights

      • 5.1 Channels
      • 5.1 Channel Processing
      • 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Onkyo TX-SR494
      4. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-524-K
      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 Onkyo TX-SR494 to Pioneer VSX-524-K 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 Onkyo TX-SR494 has 7 channel and the Pioneer VSX-524-K has 5 channel amplifiers with Onkyo TX-SR494's being more powerful.


      Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K

      Onkyo TX-SR494 was introduced in 2019. 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.

      Pioneer VSX-524-K was introduced in 2014. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 5.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/60Hz video signal.

      We evaluated Onkyo TX-SR494 and Pioneer VSX-524-K and gave them scores of 81 and 62 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.

      Onkyo TX-SR494

      Pioneer VSX-524-K

      Amplifier
      84
      Amplifier
      71
      Audio Features
      85
      Audio Features
      62
      Video Features
      95
      Video Features
      66
      Connectivity
      60
      Connectivity
      48
      Zones
      78
      Zones
      55
      Radio
      59
      Radio
      59
      OVERALL
      81
      OVERALL
      62

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Onkyo TX-SR494 and Pioneer VSX-524-K.

      PROS

      Onkyo TX-SR494

      Pioneer VSX-524-K

      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   USB Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Analog Tuner

      CONS

      Onkyo TX-SR494

      Pioneer VSX-524-K

      •   Low Power Output - 80 W
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   4 HDMI Inputs
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No USB Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Ethernet
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal
      •   Few Channels - 5.1
      •   Low Power Output - 80 W
      •   5.1 Channel Processing
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   No Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   4 HDMI Inputs
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Ethernet
      •   No Zones
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal


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

      AVERAGE

      Onkyo TX-SR494

      Pioneer VSX-524-K

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   2 Zones
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      3. Advantage of Onkyo TX-SR494

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-SR494 over Pioneer VSX-524-K.

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      Onkyo TX-SR494 vs Pioneer VSX-524-K
      More Channels 7.2 vs 5.1
      Certified 4 Ω Performance vs
      Bi-amp capability vs
      Higher DAC Specs 384 kHz/32 Bit vs 192 kHz/24 Bit
      More Channel Processing 7.1 vs 5.1
      Dolby Atmos vs
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      DTS:X vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio vs
      DTS-ES vs
      Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional) vs
      HDR10 vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K vs
      Bluetooth SBC, AAC vs
      USB DC Out Port vs
      More Zones 2 vs 1
      More Presets 40 vs 30
      More Speaker Terminals 7 vs 5
      Bigger Power Supply 490 W vs 415 W
      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 S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 109 db vs 98 dB
      Wider AM Frequency Range 530 kHz - 1710 kHz vs 530 kHz - 1700 kHz
      Longer Warranty 2 Years vs 1 Year

      4. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-524-K

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer VSX-524-K over Onkyo TX-SR494.

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      Onkyo TX-SR494 vs Pioneer VSX-524-K
      Dolby Pro Logic vs PLII
      DTS Neo vs Neo:6
      Music Playback via USB vs MP3, WMA, AAC
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch vs 2-ch Input
      USB Input vs 1 Front
      More Composite Video Inputs vs 2
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 1
      Front A/V Inputs vs USB

      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 Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch 2-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. AccuEQ MCACC Auto
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
      WEAKNESSES Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Low Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        No IMAX Enhanced
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No HDR10+
        No eARC
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)up to 4K/60p/4:2:0/24-bit
      4K/24p/4:4:4/24-bit
      4K/24p/4:2:2/36-bit
        No Wi-Fi
        Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        Few HDMI Inputs44
        Few HDMI Outputs11
        Few 8K Inputs
        Few RCA Line Inputs33
        No Phono Input
        No RCA Pre-Outs0.20.1
        No Ethernet
        No Digital Radio
        No Pandora
        No Spotify
        No Tidal

      6. Amplifier

      Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K

      7 channel Amplifier: Onkyo TX-SR494 features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      5 channel Discrete Direct Energy Amplifier: Pioneer VSX-524-K features 5 channel power amplifier with Discrete Direct Energy design. It is rated at 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).


        AMPLIFIER Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Channels7.25.1
        Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Onkyo TX-SR494's and Pioneer VSX-524-K's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Onkyo TX-SR494: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-524-K: Not supported.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Onkyo TX-SR494: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-524-K: Not supported.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Onkyo TX-SR494: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-524-K: 5.1 with internal amplifier.
        • Bi-Amp: Onkyo TX-SR494 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

        Onkyo TX-SR494 supports Dolby Atmos.

        • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Onkyo TX-SR494 supports 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: Onkyo TX-SR494 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

        Onkyo TX-SR494 supports DTS:X.

        • DTS Neural:X: Onkyo TX-SR494 supports 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: Onkyo TX-SR494 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: 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.
        AUDIO DECODING Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLII
        Dolby Digital EX
        DTS:X
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

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        9. HDMI

        Onkyo TX-SR494 and Pioneer VSX-524-K come with 4 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

        • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4) video signal.
        • 4K Upscaling on Onkyo TX-SR494: It can upscale 1080p to 4K 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 Onkyo TX-SR494 only).
        • HDCP 2.3 Copy Protection: Onkyo TX-SR494 is HDCP 2.3 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)

        Onkyo TX-SR494 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

        Pioneer VSX-524-K does not support HDR. 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.



        VIDEO FEATURES Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        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/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)up to 4K/60p/4:2:0/24-bit
        4K/24p/4:4:4/24-bit
        4K/24p/4:2:2/36-bit
        Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 3 pair of line inputs on both receivers for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 1 optical input 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-SR494
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Pioneer VSX-524-K
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Onkyo TX-SR494
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Pioneer VSX-524-K
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Onkyo TX-SR494: None
        • Pioneer VSX-524-K: USB

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        TERMINALS Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        HDMI Inputs44
        HDMI Outputs11
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 Front
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs11
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs11
        RCA Line Inputs33
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.20.1
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs
        Component Video Outputs

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Onkyo TX-SR494 and Pioneer VSX-524-K and gave them scores of 81 and 62 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.


        Onkyo TX-SR494

        Pioneer VSX-524-K

        OVERALL
        81
        OVERALL
        62

        Amplifier

        GOOD
        84
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Low Power Output - 80 W
        GOOD
        71
        •   Few Channels - 5.1
        •   Low Power Output - 80 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        85
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI
        AVERAGE
        62
        •   Few Channels - 5.1
        •   5.1 Channel Processing
        •   No Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   No DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        AVERAGE
        66
        •   No HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   No Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough

        Connectivity

        AVERAGE
        60
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   No Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   4 HDMI Inputs
        •   1 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   No USB Input
        •   Few RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   No Composite Video Inputs
        •   No Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2
        POOR
        48
        •   No eARC
        •   No Wi-Fi
        •   No Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   4 HDMI Inputs
        •   1 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Few RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   No Ethernet

        Zones

        GOOD
        78
        •   2 Zones
        AVERAGE
        55
        •   No Zones

        Radio

        AVERAGE
        59
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   No Spotify
        •   No Tidal
        AVERAGE
        59
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   No Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        BrandOnkyoPioneer
        ModelTX-SR494VSX-524-K
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryNorth AmericaUSA
        Release Year20192014
        PredecessorPioneer VSX-523-K
        SuccessorPioneer VSX-530-K
        AMPLIFIER Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Channels7.25.1
        Power Output80 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
        Dynamic Audio Amplification
        Non-Phase Shift Amplifier
        VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry)
        Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
        THX™ Certification
        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 FEATURES Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine32-bit Digital Signal Processing EnginesTexas Instruments Aureus
        DACAKM
        DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing7.15.1
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLII
        Dolby Digital EX
        THX Listening Modes
        Surround EX
        DTS:X
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USB
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch 2-ch Input
        DSD via USB
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter Reduction
        Auto Level Control2 Channel
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift
        Sound Retriever Advanced (2-Channel)
        Sound Retriever AIR
        Digital noise Reduction
        Tone Control Front L/R Channels Front L/R 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
        Phase-Matching Bass Boost
        Direct Mode
        Pure Audio Mode
        Pure Direct Analog Path Mode
        Pure Direct Mode
        Auto Surround
        Optimum Surround
        Advanced Surround9+1 Mode DSP
        Wide Surround
        Front Stage Surround Advance
        Headphone Surround
        Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
        Virtual Depth
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. AccuEQ MCACC Auto
        Manual MCACC
        MCACC Memory1
        Phase Control
        Auto Phase Control Plus
        Full Band Phase Control
        Standing Wave Control
        EQ Bands5-Band
        Symmetric EQ
        X-Curve
        Distance Adjustment0.1 Feet
        Precision Distance
        Polarity Check
        Auto Subwoofer Crossover
        VIDEO FEATURES Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.3
        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/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)up to 4K/60p/4:2:0/24-bit
        4K/24p/4:4:4/24-bit
        4K/24p/4:2:2/36-bit
        Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        Stream Smoother
        Pure Cinema
        Video Parameter Adjustments
        Triple HD noise Reduction
        Super Resolution
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Chromecast Built-In
        Works with SonoS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        AirPlay
        Apple Product Connection iPod and iPhone via front USB
        Remote App
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        HDMI Inputs44
        HDMI Outputs11
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 Front
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs11
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs11
        RCA Line Inputs33
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.20.1
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs
        Component Video Outputs
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsUSB
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        uport
        adapterport
        ZONES Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Number of Zones21
        Powered Zones 2
        Zone 2 OutsZone B Pre/Line Out
        Whole House Mode
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output0
        Remote (IR) Input/Output0 / 00 / 0
        MISCELLANEOUS Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        On-Screen DisplayAnalog Only
        GUI Languages7
        AV Navigator
        IP Control
        PreAmp Mode
        Versatile Speaker Configuration
        FL Dimmer
        Function Rename
        Remote ControllerSystem Remote Control
        ONKYO-RI System Control
        RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI)
        RADIO Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
        Presets4030
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Front PanelBrushed
        Solid Aluminum Front
        Speaker Terminals75
        Large Speaker Terminals22
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        3D Space Frame Construction
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Independent Power Supply
        H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply)
        Toroidal Transformer
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption490 W415 W
        Standby Power0.1 W0.1 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power Standby
        PHYSICAL Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 160 mm x 328 mm
        17-1/8" x 6-5/16" x 12-15/16"        		435 mm x 168 mm x 331..5 mm
        17-1/8" x 6-5/8" x 13-1/16"
        Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)525 mm x 240 mm x 405 mm
        20-11/16" x 9-7/16" x 15-15/16"
        Weight8.2 kg (18.1 lb 10 oz)8.3 kg (18 lb 5 oz)
        Weight of Package10.5 kg (23.1 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS Onkyo TX-SR494 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)100 W (0.08% THD)80 W (0.08% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)140 W (1% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)160 W (10% THD)
        THD0.08% (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 (Line)
        Rated Headphone Power Output80 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)109 db98 dB
        S/N Ratio (Line, EIA, at 1 W (1 kHz))79 dB
        Frequency Response (Analog In)10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct)
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        Ethernet Standard
        Bluetooth Version4․2
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
        HDMI TerminalType A (19-pin)
        HDMI Output Type5 V, 100 mA
        USB Terminal5 V, 1 AUSB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.5 MHz - 108 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)
        AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz530 kHz - 1700 kHz
        Warranty2 Years1 Year

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

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