Dec 06, 2019
Read MorePioneer VSX-LX303 vs Denon AVR-X3400H review
Pioneer VSX-LX303 review
Pioneer VSX-LX303 delivers multi-dimensional home theater sound. Designed for optimal movie playback using Dolby Atmos and DTS: X technology with channel configurations 7.2.2 and 5.2.4. The output power of receivers varies widely, at the same impedance (6 Ohm) - 170 W per channel in VSX-LX303 versus 105 W per channel in AVR-X3400H. The system is configured using the Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System (MCACC). FlareConnect Wireless Streaming Technology provides multi-room wireless audio with easy remote control using the Pioneer Remote App. It is also possible to connect to Internet radio and network streaming services using DTS Play-Fi wireless streaming via smartphone.
Denon AVR-X3400H review
Denon AVR-X3400H has onboard surround sound technologies Dolby Atmos and DTS:X and also, video scaling of analog video to 4K. The device has an AK4458VN chip. In the Pioneer VSX-LX303 vs Denon AVR-X3400H comparison, the VSX-LX303 has significant advantages over the opponent, such as bi-amping and the ability to work in the third zone. This eight-channel 32-bit Asahi Kasei DAC is based on the Velvet Sound architecture. It is possible to use audio streaming from the major of online services. There is compatibility with the HEOS system. And in addition to all the great connectivity options Bluetooth and Apple AirPlay.
Pioneer VSX-LX303 pros and cons
Pros
- Built-in Chromecast allows you to use the functions of Google Assistant
Cons
- In the firmware, the output impedance is limited to 4 Ohm or 6 Ohm
- Signal distortion appears
Denon AVR-X3400H pros and cons
Pros
- It has built-in Spotify Connect to simple service connection
Cons
- ARC function does not work with all models of TV
- The mobile application is not stable
Pioneer VSX-LX303 vs Denon AVR-X3400H
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Product
Pioneer VSX-LX303
Denon AVR-X3400H
Model
VSX-LX303
AVR-X3400H
Brand
Pioneer
Denon
Reviews
356
78
Amplifier
Channels
9.2
7.2
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
100/8, 200/6
105/8, 135/6
Output impedance, Ohm
8, 6
8, 6
Frequency response
10Hz-100KHz
10Hz-100KHz
THD in stereo, %
0.08
0.08
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
AK4458 384 KHz/32-bit
192 KHz/24-bit
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
MCACC
Audyssey MultEQ XT32
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Advanced Sound Retriever, Hi-Res audio, Reflex Optimizer
Hi-Res audio, Audyssey LFC
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
2.4/5GHz
USB
1 (USB 2.0)
1 (USB 2.0)
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
1
1
DLNA
MHL
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
AirPlay
AirPlay, AirPlay 2
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, TuneIn Radio
Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora,iHeart Radio, Sirius XM, Sound Cloud, Napster
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
7/2
8/3
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI CEC
Digital content protection (HDCP)
HDCP 2.2
HDCP 2.2
Subwoofer output (LFE)
2
2
Headphone output
1 x 6.3
1 x 6.3
Optical digital input
2
2
Coaxial digital input
1
2
Composite input
2
3
Component input/output
1/0
2/1
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic, AUX
USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
HDR10
4K signal pass-through
4K/60Hz
4K/60Hz
8K signal pass-through
HDMI signal pass-through
3D signal pass-through
HDMI pass-through in standby mode
Video conversion
analog to HDMI
analog to HDMI
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
DeepColor, x.v.Color, HLG
DeepColor, x.v.Color
Additional features
Voice control
Google Assistant
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI
App control
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android
iPhone, iPad, Mac, Android
Display
colour OSD
fluorescent
Tuner
AM, FM
AM, FM
Sleep timer
Auto power off
ECO mode
Graphical user interface (GUI)
Setup assistant
Firmware update
network, USB
network, USB
Other additional features
IP Control
IP Control
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
3
2
Zone audio output
speaker, preout
speaker, preout
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
FlareConnect
HEOS App, Denon 2016 AVR Remote
RS-232
1
1
Remote control input/output (IR)
1/1
1/1
DC trigger output (12V)
2
2
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)
Dolby Digital Plus
has not
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)
DTS 96/24, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESS
has not
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
Audio file formats
MP3
WMA
AAC
WAV
FLAC
ALAC
Other audio file formats
AIFF
has not
Power
Operational power consumption, W
750
600
Standby consumption, W
0.15
0.1
Removable power cord
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
43.5 x 17.3 x 37/17 x 6.8 x 14.6
43.1 x 15.2 x 38.1/17.1 x 6.6 x 15.3
Weight, kg/lbs
13.5/29.8
10.4/23.8
Other
Release year
2018
2017
AV receivers CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 8.2Pioneer VSX-LX303
- 8.5Denon AVR-X3400H
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