Dec 07, 2018
This Pioneer VSX-LX503 review is about a mid-range 9-channel device that is very close to premium models due to the plenty of options and smart features. The AV is powerful enough (can be strengthene...
Read MoreThe Main Pros and Cons: Pioneer VSX-LX503 vs VSX-LX303
What should you choose – Pioneer VSX-LX303 vs VSX-LX503? It’s hard to make your final decision because VSX-LX303 has a lot of built-in decoders, while its competitor, VSX-LX503, has a great mobile application, which you can use instead of the physical remote controller.
Features & Performance
In order to compare Pioneer VSX-LX503 versus VSX-LX303, I have to mention that both of these receivers are able to produce 4K quality via HDMI and even 3D. VSX-LX303 also has the ASR technology, which increases the sound quality significantly. However, even despite the fact that the developers of VSX-LX503 didn’t add this technology, it still produces a pretty good sound. I didn’t mention any overheating problems.
Connections & Setup
It’s really great that these receivers support the Wi-Fi connection. However, there’s one problem, which you should know: the Internet connection of Pioneer VSX-LX303 isn’t stable enough. It interrupts from time to time and you have to reconnect the receiver to Wi-Fi. The Bluetooth connection works quite normal and this function provides great possibilities such as audio streaming.
In addition, the developers added the three-zone capability function. You can watch movies or listen to music in three different rooms simultaneously without losing the quality. The setup process is quite simple and comfortable. Just stick to the instructions and you will solve this problem within several minutes.
Design
The design of this receiver is not minimalistic at all because there are a lot of different buttons and regulators on the front side. I don’t really like it, but it’s quite comfortable. On the other hand, the remote controller of Pioneer VSX-LX303 is difficult to understand. There are a lot of buttons and it’s difficult to understand the meaning of each button. In addition, keep in mind that the weight of VSX-LX503 is 29 pounds.
Pioneer VSX-LX503 Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Dolby Vision from the Apple TV 4K works flawlessly. Both HDMI outputs work perfectly as well.
Cons:
- The ASR technology is not implemented.
Pioneer VSX-LX303 Pros & Cons
Pros:
- The quality of materials of this receiver is great enough. The steel is solid and well-constructed.
Cons:
- Apple AirPlay support works with interruptions.
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Common
Product
Pioneer VSX-LX503
Pioneer VSX-LX303
Model
VSX-LX503
VSX-LX303
Brand
Pioneer
Pioneer
Rating
3.9 of 5
3.9 of 5
Reviews
17
11
Functions
Digital player
Internet radio
Network audio player
Amplifier class
D
Audio formats
AAC
AIFF
Apple lossless
DSD
FLAC
MP3
WAV
WMA
Built-in decoders
DTS neural:X
DTS-HD master audio
DTS:X
Dolby atmos
Dolby digital plus
Dolby surround
Dolby true HD
Power device
Operational power consumption
760 W
Standby power consumption
0.15 W
Built-in display
Type
fluorescent
fluorescent
Colour
black
black
Amplifier
Total output power
1090 W
900 W
Output power per channel
120 W
170 W
Output impedance per channel
8 Ohm
6 Ohm
Frequency response
20 Hz-20 kHz
20 Hz-20 kHz
Total harmonic distortion
0.08 %
0,01
Number of channels
9
9
Signal-to-noise ratio
109 dB
108 dB
Connectivity interfaces
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi
IEEE 802.3
IEEE 802.3u
Signal processing
HDMI pass-through
up to 4K
up to 4K
Video conversion/scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion
HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion
3D pass-through
Upscaling via HDMI
up to 4K
up to 4K
Connector type
AV inputs
7
3
Optical digital inputs
2
2
Coaxial digital inputs
2
1
HDMI inputs
7
7
HDMI outputs
2
2
Optical digital outputs
has not
has not
Coaxial digital outputs
has not
has not
Subwoofer outputs
2
2
USB
1
1
Phones
1
1
Media content source
Bluetooth
Network
USB-host
Radio
Tuner type
digital
digital
Tuner bands
AM/FM
AM/FM
Preset station qty
40
40
Additional features
A-B speaker switch
AIR Studios monitor certification
Three-zone capability
X.v.Color
Advanced sound retriever (ASR) technology
Apple air-play support
Audio return channel (ARC)
Bi-amplifying
Deep color
MCACC Pro
Auto power off
Pure direct mode
Dual-zone capability
Smartphone remote control
Sound features
Sound output mode
Surround Sound
Surround Sound
Audio D/A converter
32bit / 384kHz
32bit / 384kHz
Surround sound effects
Theater-Dimensional Virtual Surround
Dolby Surround
Surround system class
9.2 channel
9.2 channel
Digital sound processor (DSP)
DSP preset qty
12
Digital content protection
HDCP 2.2
HDCP 2.2
Clock
Built-in clock
Sleep timer
Dimensions
Shipping size
15.2 x 17.2 x 7.3 inches
14.6 x 17.3 x 6.9 inches
Product weight
29 pounds
24 pounds
AV receivers HelpToChoose comparison rating
- 28.8Pioneer VSX-LX503
- 28.6Pioneer VSX-LX303
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