Pioneer SC-LX701 VS Onkyo TX-RZ820
Pioneer SC-LX701
  • Brand - Pioneer
  • Manual - sc-lx701.pdf
  • USB - 1
Onkyo TX-RZ820
  • Brand - Onkyo
  • Manual - tx-rz820.pdf
  • USB - 1

Pros & Cons

Pioneer SC-LX701

VS

Pros

    • Supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
    • MCACC auto-tuning and full band phase control are able to provide you with crystal-clear sound. These two systems can reduce the phase lag.
    • The operational power consumption is 310 W.
    • The total power output is 760 W, which is quite high, and it is enough for everyone to enjoy their favorite music tracks.

Cons

    • MCACC auto-tuning may be not enough and you may need to tweak it manually.
    • The users menu a bit complex and you need time to get used to it.

Onkyo TX-RZ820

VS

Pros

    • It is convenient to download a digital version and control it via my tablet. Moreover, music selection and playback are built into the app.
    • I am not an avid FM listener, but I was amazed. Despite stations were distant away, the reception was flawless.
    • Also, I connected it to Apple TV without problems to watch a couple of shots.
    • Network audio player pleasantly surprised me.
    • Good quality of the output audio – due to various enhancement technologies (plus it

Cons

    • he Onkyo privacy bothered me. It constantly popped up. ‘Not to Accept’ option didn’t help. It appeared every time when I switched a channel.
    • Slightly confusing interface. It was not clear what to choose because my speakers are directly connected to the receiver and I’m not used to it.
    • Some customers have issues with Samsung Bluray players (no video output).
    • Issues with the HDMI signal (it cuts out with 4K sources).

Specifications

Specification Pioneer SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ820
Additional Features
Bi-amplifying
Audio Return Channel (arc)
Apple Air-play Support
Advanced Sound Retriever (asr) Technology
Three-zone Capability
Smartphone Remote Control
A-b Speaker Switch
Dual-zone Capability
Pure Direct Mode
Auto Power Off
Amplifier
Frequency Response 20 Hz-20 kHz 5 Hz-100 kHz
Output Impedance Per Channel 4 Ohm, 6 Ohm, 8 Ohm 4 Ohm, 6 Ohm
Output Power Per Channel 135 W, 185 W, 220 W 130 W
Total Output Power 760 W 900 W
Total Harmonic Distortion 0.08 % 0.08 %
Sound Features
Digital Content Protection HDCP 2.2 HDCP 2.2
Surround System Class 9.2 channel 7.2 channel
Surround Sound Effects Front Stage Surround Advance Virtual Cinema DSP
Audio D/a Converter 32bit / 192kHz 32bit / 192kHz
Audio Formats
Flac
Apple Lossless
Aiff
Aac
Wma
Wav
Mp3
Built-in Decoders
Dolby True Hd
Dolby Surround
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Atmos
Dts:x
Signal Processing
Video Conversion/scaling HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion
Hdmi Pass-through up to 4K up to 4K
Upscaling Via Hdmi up to 4K
3d Pass-through
Connector Type
Optical Digital Outputs has not has not
Hdmi Outputs 2 2
Hdmi Inputs 8 7
Coaxial Digital Inputs 2 1
Optical Digital Inputs 3 2
Phones 1 1
Av Inputs 4 2
Usb 1 1
Subwoofer Outputs 2 2
Coaxial Digital Outputs has not has not
Radio
Tuner Type digital digital
Preset Station 40 40
Tuner Bands AM/FM AM/FM
Media Content Source
Usb-host
Network
Bluetooth
Dimensions
Dimensions 7.4 x 17.1 x 7.3 inches 15.6 x 17.1 x 7.9 inches
Connectivity Interfaces
Ieee 802.3u
Ieee 802.3
Wi-fi
Bluetooth
User Manual
Manual sc-lx701.pdf tx-rz820.pdf
Functions
Network Audio Player
Internet Radio
Digital Player
Power Device
Standby Power Consumption 0.15 W 0.1 W
Operational Power Consumption 310 W 600 W
Clock
Sleep Timer
Built-in Clock
Built-in Display
Colour black black
Type fluorescent fluorescent
General
Brand Pioneer Onkyo

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