Dec 27, 2019
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Denon AVR-X1600H review
Comparing Denon AVR-X1600H vs Pioneer VSX-933 we can see that both have 7.2 channels and 80/8 W/Ohm RMS. Denon AVR-X1600H has HEOS technology, which allows you to play music from network devices and on-line services, as well as include the device in a proprietary multi-room system. In it, in particular, it will be possible to play sound from a TV connected to the Denon AVR-X1600H in all zones. There is also a USB connector for “flash drives” with music files in the device. The AV receiver can play songs in High-res PCM and DSD formats, and you can use a cable or Wi-Fi to connect to the network. The Denon AVR-X1600H wireless technology list also includes AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth, making it easy to connect to mobile devices. 
Pioneer VSX-933 review
Home Theater AV Receiver for Impressive Immersion with 5.2.2-Channel Dolby Atmos and DTS:X Sound Optimized with MCACC. Due to the high power of all channels of the Direct amplifier, a wide selection of methods for connecting High-Res audio and a variety of pure analog sources, the VSX-933 significantly improves the quality of music, audio, games and TV programs. The functionality of the AV receiver allows it to work perfectly with modern 4K / 60p media players, TVs and projectors with support for HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma), Dolby Vision and BT.2020 color space via HDCP 2.2 and HDMI. 
Denon AVR-X1600H pros & cons
Pros
- The X1600H has access to many online music services
- Music streaming is also possible via AirPlay or Bluetooth
Cons
- The unit has not the input video signal scaling
Pioneer VSX-933 pros & cons
Pros
- Thanks to the Reflex Optimizer mode with ceiling speakers, the sound becomes more realistic
- Setup with the included mic was so cool
Cons
- No backlighting on the remote
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Product
Denon AVR-X1600H
Pioneer VSX-933
Model
AVR-X1600H
VSX-933
Brand
Denon
Pioneer
Reviews
150
15
Amplifier
Channels
7.2
7.2
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
80/8, 120/6
80/8, 165/6
Output impedance, Ohm
8, 6
8, 6
Frequency response
10Hz-100KHz
10Hz-100KHz
THD in stereo, %
0.08
0.08
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
384 KHz/32-bit
AK4458 384 KHz/32-bit
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
Audyssey MultEQ XT
MCACC
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Compressed Audio Restorer
Advanced Sound Retriever, Hi-Res audio, Reflex Optimizer
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
2.4/5GHz
USB
1 (USB 2.0)
2 (USB 2.0)
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
1
1
DLNA
MHL
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
AirPlay, AirPlay 2
AirPlay
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio, Mood Mix
Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, TuneIn Radio
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
6/1
6/1
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI CEC
Digital content protection (HDCP)
HDCP 2.3
HDCP 2.2
Subwoofer output (LFE)
2
2
Headphone output
1 x 6.3
1 x 6.3
Optical digital input
2
1
Coaxial digital input
1
1
Composite input
2
2
Component input/output
0/0
1/0
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic
USB, phones, setup mic, AUX
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
HDR10
HDR10
4K signal pass-through
4K/60Hz
4K/60Hz
8K signal pass-through
HDMI signal pass-through
3D signal pass-through
HDMI pass-through in standby mode
Video conversion
analog to HDMI
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
HLG, BT.2020
DeepColor, x.v.Color, HLG, BT.2020
Additional features
Voice control
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI
Google Assistant
App control
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android, Amazon Kindle
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android
Display
colour OSD
colour OSD
Tuner
AM, FM
AM, FM
Sleep timer
Auto power off
ECO mode
Graphical user interface (GUI)
Setup assistant
Firmware update
network, USB
network, USB
Other additional features
IP Control, Web Control
has not
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
2
2
Zone audio output
speaker, preout
speaker, preout
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
HEOS App
FlareConnect
RS-232
0
0
Remote control input/output (IR)
0/0
0/0
DC trigger output (12V)
0
0
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)
Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Digital Plus
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESS
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESS
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
Audio file formats
MP3
WMA
AAC
WAV
FLAC
ALAC
Other audio file formats
AIFF
AIFF
Power
Operational power consumption, W
430
460
Standby consumption, W
0.1
0.15
Removable power cord
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
43.5 x 15.2 x 33/17 x 6 x 13.3
43.5 x 17.3 x 37/17 x 6.8 x 14.5
Weight, kg/lbs
8.6/19
9.4/20.7
Other
Release year
2019
2018
AV receivers CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 7.6Denon AVR-X1600H
- 7.8Pioneer VSX-933
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