Pioneer VSX-523-K vs Yamaha RX-A3080

      Pioneer VSX-523-K

      Yamaha RX-A3080
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      Highlights

      • 5.1 Channels
      • 5.1 Channel Processing
      • 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • 4K/30Hz Passthrough

      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 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-523-K
      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-A3080
      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-523-K to Yamaha RX-A3080 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-523-K has 5 channel and the Yamaha RX-A3080 has 9 channel amplifiers with Pioneer VSX-523-K's being less powerful.


      Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080

      Pioneer VSX-523-K was introduced in 2013. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 5.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/30Hz video signal.

      Yamaha RX-A3080 was introduced in 2018 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 150 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 DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 video signal.

      We evaluated Pioneer VSX-523-K and Yamaha RX-A3080 and gave them scores of 63 and 93 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-523-K

      Yamaha RX-A3080

      Amplifier
      71
      Amplifier
      96
      Audio Features
      62
      Audio Features
      89
      Video Features
      59
      Video Features
      95
      Connectivity
      61
      Connectivity
      91
      Zones
      55
      Zones
      96
      Radio
      59
      Radio
      92
      OVERALL
      63
      OVERALL
      93

      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-523-K and Yamaha RX-A3080.

      PROS

      Pioneer VSX-523-K

      Yamaha RX-A3080

      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   USB Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   High Power Output - 150 W
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   XLR Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   XLR Pre-outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   4 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Digital Radio
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      CONS

      Pioneer VSX-523-K

      Yamaha RX-A3080

      •   Few Channels - 5.1
      •   Low Power Output - 80 W
      •   5.1 Channel Processing
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   No Bluetooth
      •   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 Ethernet
      •   No Zones
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Pandora


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

      AVERAGE

      Pioneer VSX-523-K

      Yamaha RX-A3080

      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      3. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-523-K

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer VSX-523-K over Yamaha RX-A3080.

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      Pioneer VSX-523-K vs Yamaha RX-A3080
      Dolby Pro Logic PLII vs
      More Composite Video Outputs 1 vs
      Analog Tuner FM/AM vs FM with RDS

      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-A3080

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha RX-A3080 over Pioneer VSX-523-K.

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      Pioneer VSX-523-K vs Yamaha RX-A3080
      More Channels 5.1 vs 9.2
      Higher Power Output 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Certified 4 Ω Performance vs
      Bi-amp capability vs
      Higher DAC Specs 192 kHz/24 Bit vs 384 kHz/32 Bit
      More Channel Processing 5.1 vs 11.2
      Dolby Atmos vs
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      DTS:X vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio vs
      DTS-ES vs Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, AAC vs MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
      Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit vs up to 384 kHz/32 Bit
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB vs Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
      Gapless Playback vs
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch Input vs 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Dialogue Lift vs no presence speakers required
      High-resolution Music Enhancer vs
      Virtual Speakers vs including surround back
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs vs
      HDR10 vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs via future firmware update
      Newer HDCP Version 2.2 vs 2.3
      Video Signal Passthrough up to 4K/30p vs up to 4K/60p 4:4:4
      Video Signal Upscaling vs up to 4K 60p 4:4:4
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion vs Component****, Composite
      Wi-Fi vs
      Bluetooth vs SBC, AAC
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs on MusicCast (Voice control using your Alexa device like Echo or Echo Dot)
      AirPlay AirPlay vs AirPlay 2 via firmware update
      Remote Controll App vs (iPhone® / iPad® / Android™ phone / tablet)
      More HDMI Inputs 4 vs 7
      More HDMI Outputs 1 vs 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
      More Optical Inputs 1 vs 3
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 1 vs 3
      More RCA Line Inputs 3 vs 8 (1 front)
      XLR Line Inputs vs 1
      Phono Input vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 0.1 vs 11.2 (barter to Zone 2 and Zone 3)
      XLR Pre-outs vs Front L/R
      More Composite Video Inputs 2 vs 4
      More Component Video Inputs vs 2
      Ethernet vs
      Front A/V Inputs USB vs USB, Analog Audio
      Detachable Power Cord vs
      More Zones 1 vs 4
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output vs 2
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 0 / 0 vs 1 / 1
      More Presets 30 vs 40
      Digital Radio vs DAB/DAB+
      Internet Radio vs
      Spotify vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Napster vs
      SiriusXM vs
      More Speaker Terminals 5 vs 11
      More Large Speaker Terminals 2 vs 11
      Bigger Power Supply 415 W vs 490 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 80 W (0.08% THD) vs 150 W (0.06% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC) 140 W (1% THD) vs 200 W (0.9% THD)
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 98 dB vs 110 dB
      Longer Warranty 1 Year 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-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. MCACC Auto YPAO sound optimization with R.S.C., Multipoint, 3D, 64-Bit High Precision EQ Calculation and Angle measurement
        New HDCP Version2.22.3
        USB Input1 FrontUSB memory, Portable Audio Player
        Composite Video Inputs24
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM with RDS
      WEAKNESSES Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        No IMAX Enhanced
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No HDR10+
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K/30pup to 4K/60p 4:4:4
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Pandora

      6. Amplifier

      Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080

      5 channel Discrete Direct Energy Amplifier: Pioneer VSX-523-K 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).

      9 channel Amplifier: Yamaha RX-A3080 features 9 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.


        AMPLIFIER Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        Channels5.19.2
        Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Pioneer VSX-523-K's and Yamaha RX-A3080's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Pioneer VSX-523-K: Not supported.
        • Yamaha RX-A3080: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Pioneer VSX-523-K: Not supported.
        • Yamaha RX-A3080: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Pioneer VSX-523-K: 5.1 with internal amplifier.
        • Yamaha RX-A3080: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Bi-Amp: Yamaha RX-A3080 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

        Yamaha RX-A3080 supports Dolby Atmos.

        • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Yamaha RX-A3080 supports 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

        Yamaha RX-A3080 supports DTS:X.

        • DTS Neural:X: Yamaha RX-A3080 features 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.
        • DTS Dialog Control: Both models have DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.
        AUDIO DECODING Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLII
        Dolby Digital EX
        DTS:X
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6 Neo:6
        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-523-K comes with 4 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

        Yamaha RX-A3080 comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2.

        • 4K/30Hz Passthrough on Pioneer VSX-523-K: All inputs pass up to 4K/30p video signal.
          4K/60Hz Passthrough on Yamaha RX-A3080: All inputs pass up to 4K/60p 4:4:4 video signal.
        • 4K Upscaling on Yamaha RX-A3080: It can upscale up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
        • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Yamaha RX-A3080 supports 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 Yamaha RX-A3080 only).
        • HDCP Copy Protection: Pioneer VSX-523-K is HDCP 2.2 and Yamaha RX-A3080 is HDCP 2.3 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-523-K does not support HDR.

        Yamaha RX-A3080 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma. 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.


        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

        Yamaha RX-A3080 supports Audio Return Channel (ARC) which allows the compatible TV to send audio signal to the a/v receiver through the same HDMI cable which is used to send audio and video signals to the TV. So one HDMI cable is used to transfer audio signal in both directions. New Enhanced ARC will support uncompressed audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio whereas the previous ARC could support only Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS HD, and PCM.



        VIDEO FEATURES Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) via future firmware update
        HDCP Version2.22.3
        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/30pup to 4K/60p 4:4:4
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 60p 4:4:4

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Yamaha RX-A3080 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Yamaha RX-A3080 has 11.2 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, Yamaha RX-A3080 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.
        • XLR Inputs and Outputs: There is one pair of XLR inputs on Yamaha RX-A3080. If your CD player, Blu-Ray player or other source have XLR outputs you can connect them to the receiver's XLR Inputs for higher quality balanced connection. Besides unbalanced RCA pre-outs Yamaha RX-A3080 also has XLR outputs. In case your external power amplifier has XLR inputs you can use the balanced connection for higher audio quality.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 3 pair of line inputs on Pioneer VSX-523-K and 8 pair of line inputs on Yamaha RX-A3080 for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Pioneer VSX-523-K and 3 optical inputs and 3 coaxial inputs are available on Yamaha RX-A3080 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-523-K
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-A3080
          Inputs:           7   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-523-K
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.
        • Yamaha RX-A3080
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 0.
        • 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.
        • Yamaha RX-A3080 supports up to 1080i resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Pioneer VSX-523-K
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-A3080
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 0.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Pioneer VSX-523-K: USB
        • Yamaha RX-A3080: USB, Analog Audio

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        TERMINALS Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        HDMI Inputs47
        HDMI Outputs13 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 FrontUSB memory, Portable Audio Player
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs13
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs13
        RCA Line Inputs38 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs1
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.111.2 (barter to Zone 2 and Zone 3)
        XLR Pre-outsFront L/R
        Composite Video Inputs24
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs2
        Component Video Outputs

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Pioneer VSX-523-K and Yamaha RX-A3080 and gave them scores of 63 and 93 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-523-K

        Yamaha RX-A3080

        OVERALL
        63
        OVERALL
        93

        Amplifier

        GOOD
        71
        •   Few Channels - 5.1
        •   Low Power Output - 80 W
        EXCELLENT
        96
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   High Power Output - 150 W

        Audio Features

        AVERAGE
        62
        •   Few Channels - 5.1
        •   5.1 Channel Processing
        •   No Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   No DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI
        EXCELLENT
        89
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   11.2 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        AVERAGE
        59
        •   No HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   No Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

        Connectivity

        AVERAGE
        61
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   No Wi-Fi
        •   No Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   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
        •   No Ethernet
        EXCELLENT
        91
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   4 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Many RCA Line Inputs
        •   XLR Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   XLR Pre-outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2

        Zones

        AVERAGE
        55
        •   No Zones
        EXCELLENT
        96
        •   4 Zones

        Radio

        AVERAGE
        59
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   No Spotify
        •   No Tidal
        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        BrandPioneerYamaha
        SeriesAventage
        ModelVSX-523-KRX-A3080
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryUSAUK, Europe, Middle East and Russia
        Release Year20132018
        PredecessorPioneer VSX-522-K Yamaha RX-A3070
        SuccessorPioneer VSX-524-K Yamaha RX-A8A
        AMPLIFIER Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        Channels5.19.2
        Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Amplifier DesignDiscrete Direct Energy
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability
        AUDIO FEATURES Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineTexas Instruments Aureus
        Surround:AI™
        DACESS SABRE PRO Premier DAC™ES9026PRO (for main 7 channels)
        DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit384 kHz/32 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing5.111.2
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLII
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6 Neo:6
        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, AACMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit up to 384 kHz/32 Bit
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        DSD via USB 2-ch Input
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter Reduction
        Auto Level Control2 Channel
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog Level Adjustment
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift no presence speakers required
        Sound Retriever Advanced (2-Channel)
        Sound Retriever AIR
        Digital noise Reduction
        Tone Control Front L/R Channels
        Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Sound Retriever
        High-resolution Music Enhancer
        Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
        Initial Volume & Maximum Volume Setting
        Audyssey Dynamic EQ
        Audyssey Dynamic Volume
        Audyssey LFC
        Audyssey Sub EQ HT
        Audyssey DSX
        Direct Mode
        Straight Decoding Mode
        Pure Direct Mode with Video On mode
        CINEMA DSP HD3
        DSP Programs24
        SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP Virtual CINEMA FRONT
        Auto Surround
        Optimum Surround
        Advanced Surround9+1 Mode DSP
        Wide Surround
        Front Stage Surround Advance
        Headphone Surround
        Virtual Speakers including surround back
        Virtual Depth
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. MCACC Auto YPAO sound optimization with R.S.C., Multipoint, 3D, 64-Bit High Precision EQ Calculation and Angle measurement
        Manual MCACC
        MCACC Memory1
        Phase Control
        Auto Phase Control Plus
        Full Band Phase Control
        Standing Wave Control
        EQ Bands5-Band
        Symmetric EQ
        X-Curve
        Distance Adjustment0.1 Feet
        Precision Distance
        Polarity Check
        Auto Subwoofer Crossover
        PC Display
        YPAO Volume
        PEQ for SUBDown to 15.6 Hz
        VIDEO FEATURES Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) via future firmware update
        HDCP Version2.22.3
        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/30pup to 4K/60p 4:4:4
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 60p 4:4:4
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component****, Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        Component Video Maximum Resolution1080i
        Stream Smoother
        Pure Cinema
        Video Parameter Adjustments
        Triple HD noise Reduction
        Super Resolution
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC
        Works with Amazon Alexa on MusicCast (Voice control using your Alexa device like Echo or Echo Dot)
        Google Assistant
        Chromecast Built-In
        Works with SonoS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        MusicCast
        AirPlay AirPlay AirPlay 2 via firmware update
        Apple Product Connection iPod and iPhone via front USB iPod, iPhone and iPad
        Remote App (iPhone® / iPad® / Android™ phone / tablet)
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        HDMI Inputs47
        HDMI Outputs13 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 FrontUSB memory, Portable Audio Player
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs13
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs13
        RCA Line Inputs38 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs1
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.111.2 (barter to Zone 2 and Zone 3)
        XLR Pre-outsFront L/R
        Composite Video Inputs24
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs2
        Component Video Outputs
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsUSBUSB, Analog Audio
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        dockport
        adapterport
        ZONES Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        Number of Zones14
        Powered ZonesZone 2 / 3
        Zone 2 OutsHDMI, RCA Preout
        Zone 3 OutsRCA Preout
        Zone 4 OutsHDMI
        Zone B Video Output HDMI
        Zone GUI
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output2
        Remote (IR) Input/Output0 / 01 / 1
        Party Mode
        MISCELLANEOUS Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        On-Screen DisplayComposite Video OnlyGraphical User Interface
        SCENESCENE PLUS (8 sets)
        Web Control
        Multi-Zone On-Screen Display
        AV Navigator
        IP Control
        PreAmp Mode
        Versatile Speaker Configuration
        FL Dimmer
        Function Rename
        Remote ControllerSystem Remote Control Full LED Backlight
        RADIO Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM with RDS
        Presets3040
        Digital Radio DAB/DAB+
        Internet Radio
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        Front PanelBrushed
        Solid Aluminum Front
        A.R.T. Wedge
        Speaker Terminals511
        Large Speaker Terminals211
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        3D Space Frame Construction
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 230 V, 50 Hz
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption415 W490 W
        Standby Power0.1 W0.1 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power Standby
        PHYSICAL Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 168 mm x 331.5 mm
        17-1/8" x 6-5/8" x 13-1/16"        		435 mm x 192 mm x 474 mm (with antenna: 435 mm x 269 mm x 474 mm)
        17-1/8" x 7-1/2" x 18-5/8" (with antenna up: 17-1/8" x 10-5/8" x 18-5/8")
        Weight8.3 kg (18 lb 5 oz)19.6 kg (43.2 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS Pioneer VSX-523-K Yamaha RX-A3080
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)80 W (0.08% THD)150 W (0.06% THD)
        Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)165 W (0.9% THD)
        Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)185 W (0.9% THD)
        Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA)230 W (10% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)165 W (0.06% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)140 W (1% THD)200 W (0.9% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)230 W (10% THD)
        Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)230 W (0.9% THD, Front)
        Dynamic Power per Channel (2 Ω, Front)410 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)295 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (6 Ω, Front)220 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)175 W
        THD0.04% (AUDIO 2 etc. to Speaker Out, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 75 W, 8 Ω)
        THD (Phono)0.04% (Phono to PRE OUT, 1 kHz, 1 V)
        Damping Factor150 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ (1 kHz, 0.5%, 100 W/8 Ω)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ (1 kHz, 0.5%, 100 W/8 Ω)
        Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)2.4 V (1 kHz, 0.5% THD)
        Maximum Input Sensitivity (Phono)45 mV (1 kHz, 0.5% THD)
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance1.0 V/470 Ω
        Maximum Preout Level and Impedance2.0 V
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)98 dB110 dB
        S/N Ratio (Line, EIA, at 1 W (1 kHz))79 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)95 dB
        Phono RIAA Deviation0±0.5 dB (20 Hz - 20 kHz)
        Frequency Response (Analog In)+0/-3 dB (AUDIO etc., 10 Hz to 100 kHz)
        Residual noise (IHF-A Network)150 µV (Speaker Out)
        Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE)75 dB/60 dB
        Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (Phono)75 dB/60 dB
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 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 Maximum Input1.5 Vp-p
        Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
        Bluetooth Version4․2
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
        HDMI TerminalType A (19-pin)
        HDMI Output Type5 V, 100 mA
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 1 AUSB2.0 5 V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108 MHz87.50 MHz - 108.00 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf)
        FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 69 dB/68 dB
        FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.5%/0.6%
        AM Frequency530 kHz - 1700 kHz
        DAB Freq174 MHz - 240 MHz (Band III)
        DAB audio formatsMPEG 1 Layer II/MPEG-4 HE-AAC v2
        Warranty1 Year3 Years

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

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