Pioneer VSX-832 vs Denon AVR-X5200W

      Pioneer VSX-832

      Denon AVR-X5200W
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      Highlights

      • 5.1 Channels
      • 5.1 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

      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, Auro 3D
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-832
      4. Advantage of Denon AVR-X5200W
      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 Pioneer VSX-832 to Denon AVR-X5200W 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 Pioneer VSX-832 has 5 channel and the Denon AVR-X5200W has 9 channel amplifiers with Pioneer VSX-832's being less powerful.


      Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W

      Pioneer VSX-832 was introduced in 2017. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 5.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K video signal.

      Denon AVR-X5200W was introduced in 2014. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and Auro-3D, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      We evaluated Pioneer VSX-832 and Denon AVR-X5200W and gave them scores of 83 and 88 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.

      Pioneer VSX-832

      Denon AVR-X5200W

      Amplifier
      85
      Amplifier
      94
      Audio Features
      86
      Audio Features
      90
      Video Features
      95
      Video Features
      75
      Connectivity
      78
      Connectivity
      89
      Zones
      55
      Zones
      92
      Radio
      92
      Radio
      91
      OVERALL
      83
      OVERALL
      88

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Pioneer VSX-832 and Denon AVR-X5200W.

      PROS

      Pioneer VSX-832

      Denon AVR-X5200W

      •   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
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Digital Radio
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify

      CONS

      Pioneer VSX-832

      Denon AVR-X5200W

      •   Few Channels - 5.1
      •   Low Power Output - 80 W
      •   5.1 Channel Processing
      •   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 Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Zones
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Tidal
      •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR


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

      AVERAGE

      Pioneer VSX-832

      Denon AVR-X5200W

      •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE
      •   9.2 Channels

      3. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-832

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer VSX-832 over Denon AVR-X5200W.

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      Pioneer VSX-832 vs Denon AVR-X5200W
      Higher DAC Specs 384 kHz/32 Bit vs 192 kHz/24 Bit
      DTS:X vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD, Dolby TrueHD vs MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD, Dolby TrueHD vs Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
      HDR10 vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      DTS Play-Fi vs
      USB Input 2 (1 Front) vs 1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory
      More GUI Languages 7 vs 3
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 106 dB vs 102 dB
      Higher DSD Sampling Rate via USB 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz vs 2.8 MHz
      Wi-Fi Standard IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n vs IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency 5 GHz, 2.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
      Newer Bluetooth Version 4․1 + LE vs 2․1 + EDR

      4. Advantage of Denon AVR-X5200W

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVR-X5200W over Pioneer VSX-832.

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      Pioneer VSX-832 vs Denon AVR-X5200W
      More Channels 5.1 vs 9.2
      Higher Power Output 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Bi-amp capability vs assignable
      More Channel Processing 5.1 vs 11.2
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS Neo vs Neo:X
      DTS-ES vs Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer vs
      Jitter Reduction vs
      Dialog Enhancement vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      Audyssey LFC vs
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT vs
      Audyssey DSX vs
      Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through vs
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K vs up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
      isf Certified Calibration Control vs
      DLNA 1.5 vs
      More HDMI Inputs 4 vs 8 (1 front)
      More HDMI Outputs 1 vs 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
      More Optical Inputs 1 vs 2
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 1 vs 2
      More RCA Line Inputs 3 (1 front) vs 7 (1 front)
      Phono Input vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 0.1 vs 13.2
      More Composite Video Inputs 2 vs 5 (1 front)
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 1
      More Component Video Inputs vs 2
      More Component Video Outputs vs 1
      Front A/V Inputs USB, Mini-Jack vs HDMI, USB, Composite, L/R Audio
      Speaker A/B vs assignable
      Detachable Power Cord vs
      More Zones 1 vs 3
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output vs 2
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 0 / 0 vs 1 / 1
      Digital Radio vs HD Radio
      SiriusXM vs
      More Speaker Terminals 5 vs 11
      More Large Speaker Terminals 5 vs 11
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals vs
      Gold plated RCA terminals vs
      Bigger Power Supply 400 W vs 730 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 80 W (0.08% THD) vs 140 W (0.05% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) 165 W (10% THD) vs 250 W (10% THD)
      Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 4 Ω, Front) 125 W vs 250 W x 2-channel
      Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 8 Ω, Front) 85 W vs 160 W x 2-channel
      Longer Warranty 1 Year Parts & Labor vs 3 Years

      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 Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 or 9.1.2 with external amp
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. MCACC Audyssey MultEQ XT32 + PRO
        New HDCP Version2.22.2
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Composite Component, Composite
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC
        USB Input2 (1 Front)1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory
        Composite Video Inputs25 (1 front)
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
        Pandora
        Spotify
      WEAKNESSES Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        No IMAX Enhanced
        No HDR10+
        No eARC
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
        Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        Few 8K Inputs

      6. Amplifier

      Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W

      5 channel Discrete Direct Energy Amplifier: Pioneer VSX-832 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) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      9 channel Monolithic Amplifier: Denon AVR-X5200W features 9 channel power amplifier with Monolithic design. It is rated at 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.


        AMPLIFIER Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        Channels5.19.2
        Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Amplifier DesignDiscrete Direct EnergyMonolithic
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability assignable

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Pioneer VSX-832's and Denon AVR-X5200W's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Pioneer VSX-832: 3.1.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Denon AVR-X5200W: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4, 9.2.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Pioneer VSX-832: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 3.1.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Denon AVR-X5200W: Not supported.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Pioneer VSX-832: 5.1 with internal amplifier.
        • Denon AVR-X5200W: 5.2, 7.2, 9.2 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:
        • Pioneer VSX-832: Does not support.
        • Denon AVR-X5200W: 9.2, 9.2.2.
        • Bi-Amp: Denon AVR-X5200W 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

        Pioneer VSX-832 and Denon AVR-X5200W 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.

        DTS:X

        Pioneer VSX-832 supports DTS:X.

        • DTS Neural:X: Pioneer VSX-832 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.

        Auro-3D

        Denon AVR-X5200W supports Auro-3D.

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

        Audyssey DSX

        Denon AVR-X5200W supports Audyssey DSX which allows you to augment a standard five-channel home theater with either two Front Wide or two Front High speakers. The Wide channels create an expansive soundstage and bring out convincing directional effects. Alternatively, Height channels can add a vertical dimension to movie and game soundtracks.


        AUDIO DECODING Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 or 9.1.2 with external amp
        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
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:X
        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

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        9. HDMI

        Pioneer VSX-832 comes with 4 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

        Denon AVR-X5200W comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2.

        • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4) video signal.
        • 4K Upscaling on Pioneer VSX-832: It can upscale 1080p to 4K from HDMI and analog sources.
          4K Upscaling on Denon AVR-X5200W: It can upscale up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 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 Pioneer VSX-832 only).
        • 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)

        Pioneer VSX-832 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

        Denon AVR-X5200W 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.


        Gaming Features

        Denon AVR-X5200W supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



        VIDEO FEATURES Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        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/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
        Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Denon AVR-X5200W with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Denon AVR-X5200W has 13.2 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. Also, Denon AVR-X5200W has 11 channel processing but has only 5 channel amplifier, so it needs external amplifier connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach its maximum speaker configuration.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 3 pair of line inputs on Pioneer VSX-832 and 7 pair of line inputs on Denon AVR-X5200W for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Pioneer VSX-832 and 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Denon AVR-X5200W 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:
        • Pioneer VSX-832
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Denon AVR-X5200W
          Inputs:           8 (1 front)   Outputs: 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Pioneer VSX-832
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 0.
        • Denon AVR-X5200W
          Inputs:           5   Outputs: 1.
        • 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. resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Denon AVR-X5200W supports up to 1080p resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Pioneer VSX-832
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Denon AVR-X5200W
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Pioneer VSX-832: USB, Mini-Jack
        • Denon AVR-X5200W: HDMI, USB, Composite, L/R Audio

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        TERMINALS Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        HDMI Inputs48 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs13 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs
        USB Input2 (1 Front)1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs12
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs12
        RCA Line Inputs3 (1 front)7 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.113.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs25 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs2
        Component Video Outputs1

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Pioneer VSX-832 and Denon AVR-X5200W and gave them scores of 83 and 88 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.


        Pioneer VSX-832

        Denon AVR-X5200W

        OVERALL
        83
        OVERALL
        88

        Amplifier

        EXCELLENT
        85
        •   Few Channels - 5.1
        •   Low Power Output - 80 W
        EXCELLENT
        94
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   High Power Output - 140 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        86
        •   Few Channels - 5.1
        •   5.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI
        EXCELLENT
        90
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   Front Wide Channel Support
        •   11.2 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   No DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        GOOD
        75
        •   No HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   No Dolby Vision
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

        Connectivity

        GOOD
        78
        •   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
        •   No Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE
        EXCELLENT
        89
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   8 HDMI Inputs
        •   4 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Many RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR

        Zones

        AVERAGE
        55
        •   No Zones
        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   3 Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        EXCELLENT
        91
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        BrandPioneerDenon
        ModelVSX-832AVR-X5200W
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryNorth AmericaUSA
        Release Year20172014
        PredecessorPioneer VSX-831
        SuccessorPioneer VSX-834
        AMPLIFIER Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        Channels5.19.2
        Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Amplifier DesignDiscrete Direct EnergyMonolithic
        Discrete Amplification
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction
        Bi-amp Capability assignable
        AUDIO FEATURES Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineDigital Core Engine with Cirrus Logic (Quad Core) x14 powerful high speed 4th generation SHARC DSP processors
        DACAKM AK4438
        DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing5.111.2
        D.D.S.C. HD Digital
        Alpha Processing AL24 Processing Plus
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 or 9.1.2 with external amp
        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
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:X
        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
        Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD, Dolby TrueHDMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit up to 192 kHz
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD, Dolby TrueHDApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, 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
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog Level Adjustment
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift
        Sound Retriever Advanced (2-Channel)
        Sound Retriever AIR
        Digital noise Reduction
        Tone Control 2 Channel
        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 Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. MCACC Audyssey MultEQ XT32 + PRO
        Audyssey App Support
        Manual MCACC
        MCACC Memory1
        Reflex Optimizer
        Phase Control
        Auto Phase Control Plus
        Full Band Phase Control
        Standing Wave Control
        Symmetric EQ
        Precision Distance
        Polarity Check
        Auto Subwoofer Crossover
        Optimized Bass Redirection
        Bass Sync
        VIDEO FEATURES Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        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/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
        Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Composite Component, 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 Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth 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 AirPlay
        Apple Product Connection Made for iPhone, iPod and iPad (Airplay only) iPod, iPhone and iPad
        Remote App Pioneer Remote App Denon Remote App for iOS and Android devices
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        HDMI Inputs48 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs13 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs
        USB Input2 (1 Front)1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs12
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs12
        RCA Line Inputs3 (1 front)7 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.113.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs25 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs2
        Component Video Outputs1
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsUSB, Mini-JackHDMI, USB, Composite, L/R Audio
        Speaker A/B assignable
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        adapterport
        ZONES Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        Number of Zones13
        Powered Zones 2 and 3
        Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Component, Composite, Pre Out
        Zone 3 OutsPre Out
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output2
        Remote (IR) Input/Output0 / 01 / 1
        MISCELLANEOUS Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        On-Screen DisplayGUI with System/Network Setup Menu Advanced Graphic User Interface
        GUI Languages73
        AV Navigator
        IP Control
        Control4 SDDP
        PreAmp Mode
        Versatile Speaker ConfigurationFRONT, CENTER, SURROUND
        Display 2 lines
        FL Dimmer
        Remote ControllerRC-1193
        Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
        Denon Link HD
        Setup Assistant
        Quick Select plus / Quick Select /
        RADIO Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
        Presets40
        Digital Radio HD Radio
        Internet Radio TuneIn vTuner
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        Front PanelBrushedMetal
        Solid Aluminum Front
        Speaker Terminals511
        Large Speaker Terminals511
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        3D Space Frame Construction
        High Grade Audio Components
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption400 W730 W
        No Sound Power40 WECO On/Off: 65 W/110 W
        Standby Power0.1 W0.1 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power off
        PHYSICAL Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 173 mm x 320.5 mm
        17-1/8" x 6-13/16" x 12-5/8"        		434 mm x 167 mm x 393 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 235 mm x 393 mm)
        17-3/32" x 6-37/64" x 15-15/32" (with antenna up: 17-3/32" x 9-1/4" x 15-15/32")
        Weight8.6 kg (19 lbs)14.1 kg (31 lbs 1 oz)
        SPECIFICATIONS Pioneer VSX-832 Denon AVR-X5200W
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)80 W (0.08% THD)140 W (0.05% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)175 W (0.7% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)140 W (0.9% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)165 W (10% THD)250 W (10% THD)
        Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)205 W (1% THD)
        Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)160 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)125 W250 W x 2-channel
        Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)85 W160 W x 2-channel
        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 mV
        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)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)106 dB102 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 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)10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
        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 Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/nIEEE 802.11 b/g/n
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version4․1 + LE2․1 + EDR
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalVer. 2.0, 5 V, 500 mAUSB2.0 5V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
        FM Effective Sensitivity1.5 µV (14.8 dBf)
        FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo/HD: 78 dB/68 dB/85 dB
        FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo/HD: 0.1%/0.2%/0.02%
        AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz530 kHz - 1710 kHz
        AM Effective Sensitivity20 µV
        AM S/N Ratio85 dB
        Warranty1 Year Parts & Labor3 Years

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

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