Pioneer VSX-LX303 vs Pioneer SC-LX801

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Being able to compare Pioneer VSX-LX303 and Pioneer SC-LX801 gave us an insight into what of them would be better for home theater configuration. According to the results of our review, Pioneer VSX-LX303 received 8.2 points out of 10 possible, and Pioneer SC-LX801 was rated 8.4 points. The release date of VSX-LX303 is 2018, and SC-LX801 is 2016. SC-LX801 is more performable in terms of audio broadcast than the VSX-LX303.

Main advantages Pioneer VSX-LX303 over Pioneer SC-LX801

Main advantages Pioneer SC-LX801 over Pioneer VSX-LX303

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. Both receivers can handle the 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-LX801 this value is 140/8 W/Ohm, and for the VSX-LX303 it is 100/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

The score for audio features is 9 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.

Speaker A/B switching allows you to change between the main and sub speaker set. Pioneer SC-LX801 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 VSX-LX303 got 8 points, but Pioneer SC-LX801 received 9 points.

Pioneer VSX-LX303 is equipped with 7/2 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Pioneer SC-LX801 has 8/2 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 rivals in our comparison were rated 10 out of 10.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the VSX-LX303 got 9 points, but the SC-LX801 has 6.

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 VSX-LX303 can be controlled by voice via Google Assistant.

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 VSX-LX303 got 7 points for the multichannel surround sound and Pioneer SC-LX801 got 8.