Yamaha CX-A5200 vs Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304

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Let's compare Yamaha CX-A5200 versus Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304 for an overview of all their pros and cons. According to the results of our review, Yamaha CX-A5200 received 8.7 points out of 10 possible, and Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304 was rated 8.5 points. The release date of CX-A5200 is 2018, and Elite VSX-LX304 is 2019. And as a result of the comparison, CX-A5200 seems to be a better option for the role of a home theater center than Elite VSX-LX304.

Main advantages Yamaha CX-A5200 over Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304

Main advantages Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304 over Yamaha CX-A5200

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the models have rated 9 points out of 10.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. The Yamaha CX-A5200 supports 11.2-channels sound, but Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304 supports a 9.2-channels configuration.

RMS stands for the actual power of the receiver. The higher this value, the louder the sound can be produced.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the CX-A5200 8 out of 10, and the Elite VSX-LX304 - 9.

Bi-amping is the amplification of one speaker with two amplifiers. This amplification method has a positive effect on sound quality. Bi-amping is possible on the Elite VSX-LX304.

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.

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, Yamaha CX-A5200 got 9 points, but Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304 received 7 points.

Yamaha CX-A5200 is equipped with 7/3 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304 has 7/2 HDMI inputs and outputs.

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 CX-A5200 were rated 10 out of 10 against the 8 for the Elite VSX-LX304.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the CX-A5200 got 10 points, but the Elite VSX-LX304 has 9.

Only the Yamaha CX-A5200 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

Yamaha CX-A5200 got 7 points for the multichannel surround sound and Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304 got 8.

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. The Elite VSX-LX304 licensed by IMAX.