Denon AVR-X4400H vs Pioneer SC-LX701

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Let's compare Denon AVR-X4400H versus Pioneer SC-LX701 for an overview of all their pros and cons. According to the results of our review, Denon AVR-X4400H received 9.6 points out of 10 possible, and Pioneer SC-LX701 was rated 8.5 points. The release date of AVR-X4400H is 2017, and SC-LX701 is 2016. And as a result of the comparison, AVR-X4400H seems to be a better option for the role of a home theater center than SC-LX701.

Main advantages Denon AVR-X4400H over Pioneer SC-LX701

Main advantages Pioneer SC-LX701 over Denon AVR-X4400H

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the devices received different marks - 10 and 8, respectively, on a 10-point scale.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. The Denon AVR-X4400H supports 11.2-channels sound, but Pioneer SC-LX701 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. The differences between the models in terms of RMS power are significant - for the SC-LX701 this value is 135/8 W/Ohm, and for the AVR-X4400H it is 125/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

The score for audio features is 10 of 10 for both receivers.

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 markedly different, Denon AVR-X4400H scored 9, and Pioneer SC-LX701 scored 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, Denon AVR-X4400H got 10 points, but Pioneer SC-LX701 received 9 points.

Denon AVR-X4400H is equipped with 8/3 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Pioneer SC-LX701 has 8/2 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 only on Denon AVR-X4400H.

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 AVR-X4400H were rated 9 out of 10 against the 10 for the SC-LX701.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the AVR-X4400H got 10 points, but the SC-LX701 has 8.

Voice control allows you to control the basic functions of the receiver through a smartphone, smart speaker or using the microphone that comes with the kit. The AVR-X4400H can be controlled by voice via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI. Only the Denon AVR-X4400H 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

Denon AVR-X4400H got 9 points for the multichannel surround sound and Pioneer SC-LX701 got 7.

Auro 3D gives a bit more versatility than Dolby Atmos or DTS:X and provides a hemispherical sound and enables a receiver to produce 3D sound stages. Only the Denon AVR-X4400H has Auro-3D on its feature list.