Yamaha RX-V485 vs Pioneer VSX-832

Pioneer VSX-832 review

Pioneer VSX-832 is a receiver with support for object-oriented audio playback (Dolby Atmos and DTS: X). The built-in amplifier produces 80 W/channel at 6 Ohm and Yamaha RX-V485 has the same power. Thanks to it, the VSX-832 can work with sound according to the channel scheme 3.1.2 or 2.1.2 without the use of ceiling speakers. The VSX-832 uses Surround Enhancer1 technology to help you create a surround sound effect. The VSX-832 also handles 4K video formats with all the dynamic HDR extensions. And the VSX-832 has more connectivity than the Yamaha RX-V485, for example, 6 HDMIs versus 4 in Yamaha.

Yamaha RX-V485 review

The device allows you to voice the second zone in configuration 3.1, as well as connect the front stereo pair in the bi-amping mode. The RX-V485 digital path is built on three Texas Instruments PCM5101 DACs. Wireless multiroom is implemented through the proprietary MusicCast system. From a USB drive connected to the receiver, music can be transmitted to the multi-room environment. And the device is able to receive Internet radio and work with global streaming services Tidal, Spotify and etc. In comparison Pioneer VSX-832 vs Yamaha RX-V485, the RX-485 has a full set of wireless interfaces, but VSX-832 has not Bluetooth.

Pioneer VSX-832 pros and cons

Yamaha RX-V485 pros and cons