Pioneer VSX-831 vs Yamaha RX-V385

      Pioneer VSX-831

      Yamaha RX-V385
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      Highlights

      • 5.2 Channels
      • 5.1 Channel Processing
      • 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 5.1 Channels
      • 5.1 Channel Processing
      • 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Bluetooth

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-831
      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-V385
      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-831 to Yamaha RX-V385 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-831 has 5 channel and the Yamaha RX-V385 has 5 channel amplifiers with Pioneer VSX-831's being more powerful.


      Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385

      Pioneer VSX-831 was introduced in 2017. 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/60Hz and upscales up to 4K video signal.

      Yamaha RX-V385 was introduced in 2018. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 70 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/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 video signal.

      We evaluated Pioneer VSX-831 and Yamaha RX-V385 and gave them scores of 77 and 74 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-831

      Yamaha RX-V385

      Amplifier
      77
      Amplifier
      78
      Audio Features
      71
      Audio Features
      63
      Video Features
      92
      Video Features
      95
      Connectivity
      80
      Connectivity
      69
      Zones
      55
      Zones
      55
      Radio
      85
      Radio
      62
      OVERALL
      77
      OVERALL
      74

      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-831 and Yamaha RX-V385.

      PROS

      Pioneer VSX-831

      Yamaha RX-V385

      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Bluetooth
      •   USB Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Analog Tuner

      CONS

      Pioneer VSX-831

      Yamaha RX-V385

      •   Few Channels - 5.2
      •   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 eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Zones
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Tidal
      •   Few Channels - 5.1
      •   Low Power Output - 70 W
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   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 8K Passthrough
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   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
      •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR


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

      AVERAGE

      Pioneer VSX-831

      Yamaha RX-V385

      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE

      3. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-831

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer VSX-831 over Yamaha RX-V385.

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      Pioneer VSX-831 vs Yamaha RX-V385
      More Channels 5.2 vs 5.1
      Higher Power Output 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      DTS Express vs
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD vs MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, WAV
      Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit vs
      Gapless Playback vs
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input vs
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Composite vs
      Wi-Fi vs
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      AirPlay AirPlay vs
      Remote Controll App iControlAV5 (for iOS and Android) vs
      More HDMI Inputs 6 vs 4
      Phono Input vs
      Ethernet vs
      Internet Radio TuneIn vs
      Pandora vs
      Spotify vs
      Bigger Power Supply 380 W vs 260 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 80 W (0.08% THD) vs 70 W (0.09% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) 160 W (10% THD) vs 145 W (10% THD)
      Newer Bluetooth Version 4․1 + LE vs 2․1 + EDR

      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-V385

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha RX-V385 over Pioneer VSX-831.

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      Pioneer VSX-831 vs Yamaha RX-V385
      HLG vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs via firmware update
      Newer HDCP Version 2.2 vs 2.3
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K vs up to 4K 60p 4:4:4
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 1 vs 2
      More Composite Video Inputs 2 vs 3
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 1
      Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 4 Ω, Front) 125 W vs 160 W
      Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 8 Ω, Front) 85 W vs 110 W
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 106 dB vs 110 dB
      Longer Warranty 1 Year Parts & Labor vs 2 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-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. MCACC YPAO sound optimization
        HDR10
        Dolby Vision
        New HDCP Version2.22.3
        Bluetooth SBC, in and out
        USB Input1 FrontUSB memory, Portable Audio Player
        Composite Video Inputs23
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
      WEAKNESSES Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        Few Channels5.25.1
        Low Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Channel Processing5.15.1
        No Dolby Atmos
        No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        No DTS:X
        No IMAX Enhanced
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No HDR10+
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K/60p (4:4:4 24-bit)
      4K/60p (4:2:0 36-bit)
      4K/24p (4:4:4 36-bit)      		up to 4K/60p 4:4:4
        Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        Few HDMI Outputs11
        Few 8K Inputs
        Few RCA Line Inputs3 (1 front)3 (1 Front)
        No RCA Pre-Outs0.20.1
        No Zones11
        No Digital Radio
        No Tidal

      6. Amplifier

      Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385

      5 channel Discrete Direct Energy Amplifier: Pioneer VSX-831 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).

      5 channel Amplifier: Yamaha RX-V385 features 5 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).


        AMPLIFIER Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        Channels5.25.1
        Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)70 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-831's and Yamaha RX-V385's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Configurations: Available configurations are:
        • Pioneer VSX-831: 5.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Yamaha RX-V385: 5.1 with internal amplifier.
        • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are 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.

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        8. HDMI

        Pioneer VSX-831 comes with 6 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

        Yamaha RX-V385 comes with 4 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

        • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K/60p (4:4:4 24-bit)
          4K/60p (4:2:0 36-bit)
          4K/24p (4:4:4 36-bit) video signal.
        • 4K Upscaling on Pioneer VSX-831: It can upscale up to 4K from HDMI and analog sources.
          4K Upscaling on Yamaha RX-V385: It can upscale up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 from HDMI sources.
        • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Pioneer VSX-831 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 both models).
        • HDCP Copy Protection: Pioneer VSX-831 is HDCP 2.2 and Yamaha RX-V385 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-831 supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision.

        Yamaha RX-V385 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-V385 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-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) via 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/60p (4:4:4 24-bit)
        4K/60p (4:2:0 36-bit)
        4K/24p (4:4:4 36-bit)        		up to 4K/60p 4:4:4
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K up to 4K 60p 4:4:4

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        9. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Pioneer VSX-831 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 3 pair of line inputs on both receivers for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Pioneer VSX-831 and 1 optical input and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Yamaha RX-V385 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-831
          Inputs:           6   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-V385
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Pioneer VSX-831
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-V385
          Inputs:           3   Outputs: 1.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Pioneer VSX-831: USB, Mini-Jack
        • Yamaha RX-V385: USB, mini-jack Audio

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        TERMINALS Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        HDMI Inputs64
        HDMI Outputs11
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 FrontUSB memory, Portable Audio Player
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs11
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs12
        RCA Line Inputs3 (1 front)3 (1 Front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.20.1
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs23
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs
        Component Video Outputs

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        10. Evaluations

        We evaluated Pioneer VSX-831 and Yamaha RX-V385 and gave them scores of 77 and 74 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-831

        Yamaha RX-V385

        OVERALL
        77
        OVERALL
        74

        Amplifier

        GOOD
        77
        •   Few Channels - 5.2
        •   Low Power Output - 80 W
        GOOD
        78
        •   Few Channels - 5.1
        •   Low Power Output - 70 W

        Audio Features

        GOOD
        71
        •   Few Channels - 5.2
        •   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
        AVERAGE
        63
        •   Few Channels - 5.1
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   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

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough

        Connectivity

        GOOD
        80
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   Chromecast Built-In
        •   6 HDMI Inputs
        •   1 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Few RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE
        AVERAGE
        69
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   No Wi-Fi
        •   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
        •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR

        Zones

        AVERAGE
        55
        •   No Zones
        AVERAGE
        55
        •   No Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        85
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   No Tidal
        AVERAGE
        62
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   No Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        11. Specifications

        GENERAL Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        BrandPioneerYamaha
        ModelVSX-831RX-V385
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryNorth AmericaUSA
        Release Year20172018
        PredecessorPioneer VSX-830-K Yamaha RX-V383
        SuccessorPioneer VSX-832
        AMPLIFIER Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        Channels5.25.1
        Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)70 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-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineCirrus Logic (Quad Core) x 1
        Surround:AI™
        DACAKM AK4458Burr-Brown DAC x 3
        DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit384 kHz/32 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing5.15.1
        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 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
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSDMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, WAV
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        DSD via USB 2-ch Input
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter Reduction
        Auto Level Control
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog Level Adjustment
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift
        Sound Retriever Advanced (2-Channel)
        Sound Retriever AIR
        Digital noise Reduction
        Tone Control All Channels
        Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Sound Retriever including enhancer for Bluetooth®
        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
        CINEMA DSP
        DSP Programs17
        SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP Virtual CINEMA FRONT
        Auto Surround
        Optimum Surround
        Advanced Surround12
        Wide Surround
        Front Stage Surround Advance
        Headphone Surround
        Virtual Speakers
        Virtual Depth
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. MCACC YPAO sound optimization
        Manual MCACC
        MCACC Memory1
        Phase Control
        Auto Phase Control Plus
        Full Band Phase Control
        Standing Wave Control
        EQ Bands9-Band
        Symmetric EQ
        X-Curve
        Distance Adjustment0.1 feet
        Precision Distance
        Polarity Check
        Auto Subwoofer Crossover
        YPAO Volume
        VIDEO FEATURES Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) via 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/60p (4:4:4 24-bit)
        4K/60p (4:2:0 36-bit)
        4K/24p (4:4:4 36-bit)        		up to 4K/60p 4:4:4
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K up to 4K 60p 4:4:4
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        Stream Smoother
        Pure Cinema
        Video Parameter Adjustments
        Triple HD noise Reduction
        Super Resolution
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, in and out
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Chromecast Built-In
        Works with SonoS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        MusicCast
        AirPlay AirPlay
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad (Airplay only)
        Remote App iControlAV5 (for iOS and Android)
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        HDMI Inputs64
        HDMI Outputs11
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 FrontUSB memory, Portable Audio Player
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs11
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs12
        RCA Line Inputs3 (1 front)3 (1 Front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.20.1
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs23
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs
        Component Video Outputs
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsUSB, Mini-JackUSB, mini-jack Audio
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        dockport
        adapterport
        ZONES Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        Number of Zones11
        Zone B Video Output
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output
        Remote (IR) Input/Output0 / 00 / 0
        Party Mode
        MISCELLANEOUS Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        On-Screen DisplayIcon-based Graphical User Interface (GUI) color OSD
        SCENESCENE (4 sets)
        Web Control
        AV Navigator
        IP Control
        PreAmp Mode
        Versatile Speaker Configuration
        FL Dimmer
        Function Rename
        RADIO Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
        Presets4040
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio TuneIn
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        Front PanelBrushed
        Solid Aluminum Front
        A.R.T. Wedge
        Speaker Terminals55
        Large Speaker Terminals55
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        3D Space Frame Construction
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption380 W260 W
        Maximum Power Consumption600 W
        No Sound Power45 W
        Standby Power0.1 W0.1 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power Standby
        Auto Power off
        PHYSICAL Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 173 mm x 370.5 mm
        17-1/8" x 6-13/16" x 14-9/16"        		435 mm x 161 mm x 315 mm
        17-1/8" x 6-3/8" x 12-3/8"
        Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)20.5" x 16" x 9"
        Weight9.0 kg (19.8 lbs)7.7 kg (17.0 lbs)
        Weight of Package30 lbs
        SPECIFICATIONS Pioneer VSX-831 Yamaha RX-V385
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)80 W (0.08% THD)70 W (0.09% THD)
        Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)85 W (0.9% THD)
        Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)100 W (0.9% THD)
        Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA)130 W (10% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)140 W (1% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)160 W (10% THD)145 W (10% THD)
        Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)130 W (1% THD)
        Dynamic Power per Channel (2 Ω, Front)180 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)160 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)125 W160 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (6 Ω, Front)130 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)85 W110 W
        Damping Factor100 (Front, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 8 Ω)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ
        Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)2.3 V (1 kHz, 0.5% THD)
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance1.0 V/1.2 kΩ (Subwoofer)
        Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance330 Ω100 mV/470 Ω (1 kHz, 50 mV, 8 Ω)
        Rated Headphone Power Output85 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
        Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz, 0.5%)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)106 dB110 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)80 dB
        Frequency Response (Analog In)10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Pure Direct)+0/-3 dB (AV 2 etc. to Front, 10 Hz to 100 kHz)
        Residual noise (IHF-A Network)150 µV (Speaker Out)
        Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE)70 dB/50 dB
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        Video Maximum Input1.5 Vp-p
        Video S/N Ratio50 dB
        Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
        Wi-Fi Terminal FrequencyDual band 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
        Bluetooth Version4․1 + LE2․1 + EDR
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
        HDMI TerminalType A (19-pin)
        HDMI Output Type5 V, 55 mA
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 1 AUSB2.0 5 V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf)
        FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 65 dB/64 dB
        FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.5%/0.6%
        AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz530 kHz - 1710 kHz
        Warranty1 Year Parts & Labor2 Years

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

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