Denon AVR-X4500H vs Pioneer SC-LX901

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Along with the growing popularity of custom home theater builds, the comparison of Denon AVR-X4500H and Pioneer SC-LX901 takes place. According to the results of our review, Denon AVR-X4500H received 9.4 points out of 10 possible, and Pioneer SC-LX901 was rated 8.6 points. The release date of AVR-X4500H is 2018, and SC-LX901 is 2016. Based on the data on the characteristics and features of both models, we can conclude that AVR-X4500H has better performance than SC-LX901.

Main advantages Denon AVR-X4500H over Pioneer SC-LX901

Main advantages Pioneer SC-LX901 over Denon AVR-X4500H

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 Denon AVR-X4500H supports 9.2-channels sound, but Pioneer SC-LX901 supports a 11.2-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-LX901 this value is 140/8 W/Ohm, and for the AVR-X4500H it is 125/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the AVR-X4500H 9 out of 10, and the SC-LX901 - 10.

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, Denon AVR-X4500H got 10 points, but Pioneer SC-LX901 received 9 points.

Denon AVR-X4500H is equipped with 8/3 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Pioneer SC-LX901 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-X4500H.

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 AVR-X4500H got 10 points, but the SC-LX901 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-X4500H can be controlled by voice via Amazon Alexa. Only the Denon AVR-X4500H 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-X4500H got 9 points for the multichannel surround sound and Pioneer SC-LX901 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-X4500H has Auro-3D on its feature list.