Yamaha RX-V581 vs Pioneer VSX-934

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Let's compare Yamaha RX-V581 versus Pioneer VSX-934 for an overview of all their pros and cons. According to the results of our review, Yamaha RX-V581 received 6.7 points out of 10 possible, and Pioneer VSX-934 was rated 7.4 points. The release date of RX-V581 is 2016, and VSX-934 is 2019. And as a result of the comparison, VSX-934 seems to be a better option for the role of a home theater center than RX-V581.

Main advantages Yamaha RX-V581 over Pioneer VSX-934

Main advantages Pioneer VSX-934 over Yamaha RX-V581

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the models have rated 7 points out of 10.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. Both receivers can handle the 7.2-channels configuration.

RMS stands for the actual power of the receiver. The higher this value, the louder the sound can be produced. The differences between the models in terms of RMS power are significant - for the VSX-934 this value is 165/6 W/Ohm, and for the RX-V581 it is 115/6 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the RX-V581 8 out of 10, and the VSX-934 - 9.

Most receivers now come with a microphone included. It is with the help of this microphone that the auto-calibration system functions, which adjusts the sound of the receiver to the room.

Connectivity

The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is equal and was rated 8 out of 10.

Bluetooth connection is now one of the main communication protocols for the receiver's control or even music broadcasting.

DLNA is the perfect way to use your local cloud storage to stream movies and music directly to a TV. You can use the DLNA protocol only with Yamaha RX-V581.

Streaming services

Now music streaming services are gaining more and more popularity. They allow users to listen to millions of songs by subscription.

Extensive connections

The presence of many connectors makes the receiver more versatile. But there are also narrowly targeted models, the number of connectors which are limited to a certain area of use. And when choosing their own receiver, users need to consider exactly your goals for using the receiver. For extensive connection, Yamaha RX-V581 got 6 points, but Pioneer VSX-934 received 7 points.

Yamaha RX-V581 is equipped with 4/1 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Pioneer VSX-934 has 6/2 HDMI inputs and outputs.

Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the VSX-934 has a Phono interface.

Video features

The AV receiver is the heart of the home theater. And in this case, support for all current video formats ensures the best user experience, so it is very important to consider this when choosing a device. Video features of the RX-V581 were rated 7 out of 10 against the 10 for the VSX-934.

Most of the AV receivers have a video scaling function, it is the process of reformatting the video signal to a higher resolution without losing the quality of the image. Upscaling the video signal resolution is possible with Pioneer VSX-934.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the RX-V581 got 7 points, but the VSX-934 has 6.

Only the Yamaha RX-V581 has the ECO mode.

Multi-room

As the center of a home media system, each multichannel receiver has an additional set of terminals for connecting the second set of speakers to create additional audio space in Zone 2 or even Zone 3 where audio can have the separate source.

Multichannel surround

For the ability to create multichannel surround sound, each of the receivers received 7 points out of 10.