Pioneer Elite SC-LX704 vs Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680

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Choosing an AV receiver is not an easy task and the Pioneer Elite SC-LX704 versus Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 comparison is meant to help you with this. According to the results of our review, Pioneer Elite SC-LX704 received 8.8 points out of 10 possible, and Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 was rated 7.5 points. The release date of Elite SC-LX704 is 2019, and AVENTAGE RX-A680 is 2018. As a result, it becomes clear that Elite SC-LX704 is a better option for home theater than AVENTAGE RX-A680.

Main advantages Pioneer Elite SC-LX704 over Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680

Main advantages Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 over Pioneer Elite SC-LX704

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the models have rated 8 points out of 10.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. The Pioneer Elite SC-LX704 supports 9.2-channels sound, but Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 supports a 7.2-channels configuration.

RMS stands for the actual power of the receiver. The higher this value, the louder the sound can be produced. The differences between the models in terms of RMS power are significant - for the Elite SC-LX704 this value is 135/8 W/Ohm, and for the AVENTAGE RX-A680 it is 115/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the Elite SC-LX704 10 out of 10, and the AVENTAGE RX-A680 - 9.

Most receivers now come with a microphone included. It is with the help of this microphone that the auto-calibration system functions, which adjusts the sound of the receiver to the room.

Speaker A/B switching allows you to change between the main and sub speaker set. Pioneer Elite SC-LX704 can work with the main and additional set of speakers - and switch between them.

Connectivity

The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is equal and was rated 8 out of 10.

Bluetooth connection is now one of the main communication protocols for the receiver's control or even music broadcasting.

Streaming services

Now music streaming services are gaining more and more popularity. They allow users to listen to millions of songs by subscription.

Extensive connections

The presence of many connectors makes the receiver more versatile. But there are also narrowly targeted models, the number of connectors which are limited to a certain area of use. And when choosing their own receiver, users need to consider exactly your goals for using the receiver. For extensive connection, Pioneer Elite SC-LX704 got 8 points, but Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 received 6 points.

Pioneer Elite SC-LX704 is equipped with 7/3 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 has 4/1 HDMI inputs and outputs.

HDMI eARC is the next step in the development of audio return channel technology, which works in conjunction with HDMI 2.1. Using eARC provides the highest sound quality for home audio systems. HDMI eARC is available on Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680.

Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the Elite SC-LX704 has a Phono interface.

Video features

The AV receiver is the heart of the home theater. And in this case, support for all current video formats ensures the best user experience, so it is very important to consider this when choosing a device. Video features of the Elite SC-LX704 were rated 10 out of 10 against the 7 for the AVENTAGE RX-A680.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the Elite SC-LX704 got 9 points, but the AVENTAGE RX-A680 has 10.

Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 has the ECO mode.

Multi-room

As the center of a home media system, each multichannel receiver has an additional set of terminals for connecting the second set of speakers to create additional audio space in Zone 2 or even Zone 3 where audio can have the separate source.

Multichannel surround

Pioneer Elite SC-LX704 got 8 points for the multichannel surround sound and Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A680 got 7.

IMAX Enhanced is a licensing and certification program under which home theater devices deliver crisp 4K HDR pictures and powerful sound as it was designed by the IMAX engineers. Only the Elite SC-LX704 licensed by IMAX.