Product Comparison: Onkyo TX-NR686 vs Pioneer VSX-934


General Specifications
Brand
Onkyo
Pioneer
Model
TX-NR686
VSX-934
Origin
Malaysia
Malaysia
About the Product
With high-current Dynamic Audio Amplification driving your surround system to THX Certified Select theater reference levels, you can transport your audience to the heart of the movie.
Immerse in 3D surround sound of Dolby Atmos or DTS: X, or you can still enjoy similar effects by Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer and DTS Virtual: X even without height or surround speakers. Featuring Ultra HD, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision pass through with support for HDCP 2.2., the VSX-934 offers evermore life-like images.
Key Specs
Number of Channels
7
7
Watts Per Channel RMS
165 Watts
135 Watts
Total Harmonic Distortion
1 %
1 %
Signal/Noise Ratio
106 dB
106 dB
What customers say about "Key Specs"
 
Pioneer VSX-934 Receiver 7.2-channel
  • Very good value for money with good quality product. Amazing amp dose everything you need.
  • Great sound quality, extremely easy to setup.
  • Had Pioneer equipment many years before which was very impressive and this has all those good attributes too.
  • Disappointed no instructions on how to set up. No online support.
  • I didn't use the onboard calibration as it was a little off on its measurement and you cannot alter them with the mode turned on.
Size & Weight
Color
Black
Black
Height
6.83 in.
6.8 in.
Width
17.1 in.
17.13 in.
Depth
14.94 in.
14.56 in.
Weight
22 lbs.
21.16 lbs.
Features
Receiver Type
A/V Receiver
A/V Receiver
App-Controlled
Yes
Yes
Satellite Radio Tuner
Yes
Yes
Number Of FM Presets
40
40
Minimum Impedance
4 Ohms
6 Ohms
Frequency Response
20 - 20000 Hz
10 - 100000 Hz
Extras
THX® Certified Select™, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Onkyo Controller app, Chromecast built-in and AirPlay, Works with Google Assistant, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect, Supports 4K HDR
Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS:X™ Ready, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 4K upscale, 4K pass through
What customers say about "Features"
 
Pioneer VSX-934 Receiver 7.2-channel
  • Nice AV amp. Good value. Not the easiest to set up.
  • Lovely sound and good 4k images, worked perfectly straight out of the box, simple to set-up, I'm very happy with it.
  • Great 4k upscaling of Blurays. Fantastic sound option. I have this plugged into a 5.1.2 setup and the atmos is rockin the room.
  • Great starter Amp for Home Cinema. Also works in a 5.1 set up as has Virtual DTS and Dolby Atmos too. Recommended.
  • Connected to a Focal Sib Evo Dolby Atmos 5.1.2 package, I found the combination not working.
Connectivity
Speaker Connection Type
Screw
Screw
Ethernet Port(s)
Yes
Yes
Wireless Connection
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Wireless Multi-Room Audio
Yes
Yes
Inputs
7x HDMI, USB, 2x Component, 2x Composite, 2x Digital Optical, Digital Coaxial, Phono In, 6x Analog Stereo RCA, Ethernet, Mic 3.5mm, Antenna, AUX
Antenna, Digital Coaxial, Digital Optical, 6x HDMI, Ethernet, Mic 3.5mm, AUX, 4x Analog Stereo RCA, Phono In, 2x USB
Outputs
2x HDMI, 9x Speaker, 2x Subwoofer, Line Out Stereo RCA, Phones
2x HDMI, 2x Subwoofer, 7x Speakers, Phones, Line Out Stereo RCA
What customers say about "Connectivity"
 
Pioneer VSX-934 Receiver 7.2-channel
  • Good customisation of HDMI inputs. Has a 3.5 line in. So many dont these days.
  • Works great with an echo input as a result. Works with Tune in and spotify too.
  • Clear sound, and bluetooth connection. VSX 934 is the perfect choice.
  • Installed easily enough after adapting t.v. stand. not sure about the speaker connections sound quality and ease of use is excellent.
  • Bad quality product. I have problems with instruction and online support.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
2 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
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Manufacturer
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