Pioneer Elite VSX-LX505 vs Denon AVR-S770H

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Being able to compare Pioneer Elite VSX-LX505 and Denon AVR-S770H gave us an insight into what of them would be better for home theater configuration. According to the results of our review, Pioneer Elite VSX-LX505 received 8.7 points out of 10 possible, and Denon AVR-S770H was rated 7.5 points. The release date of Elite VSX-LX505 is 2021, and AVR-S770H is 2023. Elite VSX-LX505 is more performable in terms of audio broadcast than the AVR-S770H.

Main advantages Pioneer Elite VSX-LX505 over Denon AVR-S770H

Main advantages Denon AVR-S770H over Pioneer Elite VSX-LX505

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the devices received different marks - 9 and 7, respectively, on a 10-point scale.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. The Pioneer Elite VSX-LX505 supports 9.2-channels sound, but Denon AVR-S770H 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 VSX-LX505 this value is 120/8 W/Ohm, and for the AVR-S770H it is 75/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the Elite VSX-LX505 9 out of 10, and the AVR-S770H - 6.

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 only on the Elite VSX-LX505.

Pure Direct mode feeds sound directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Only Denon AVR-S770H has Pure Direct mode.

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. Denon AVR-S770H can work with the main and additional set of speakers - and switch between them.

Connectivity

The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is markedly different, Pioneer Elite VSX-LX505 scored 8, and Denon AVR-S770H scored 7 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, both receivers got 7 points on our 10-point scale.

Pioneer Elite VSX-LX505 is equipped with 7/2 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Denon AVR-S770H has 6/1 HDMI inputs and outputs.

HDMI-CEC helps gadgets attached to your TV to link back and forth with your TV via HDMI ports. It is become possible to control all linked devices with one remote. The AVR-S770H features HDMI CEC.

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 VSX-LX505 were rated 8 out of 10 against the 9 for the AVR-S770H.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the Elite VSX-LX505 got 9 points, but the AVR-S770H has 10.

Denon AVR-S770H 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

For the ability to create multichannel surround sound, each of the receivers received 8 points out of 10.

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 VSX-LX505 licensed by IMAX.