Pioneer VSX-LX303 vs Yamaha CX-A5200

vs

Along with the growing popularity of custom home theater builds, the comparison of Pioneer VSX-LX303 and Yamaha CX-A5200 takes place. According to the results of our review, Pioneer VSX-LX303 received 8.2 points out of 10 possible, and Yamaha CX-A5200 was rated 8.7 points. Both AV receivers were introduced in 2018. Based on the data on the characteristics and features of both models, we can conclude that CX-A5200 has better performance than VSX-LX303.

Main advantages Pioneer VSX-LX303 over Yamaha CX-A5200

Main advantages Yamaha CX-A5200 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. The Pioneer VSX-LX303 supports 9.2-channels sound, but Yamaha CX-A5200 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.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the VSX-LX303 9 out of 10, and the CX-A5200 - 8.

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 VSX-LX303.

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, Pioneer VSX-LX303 got 8 points, but Yamaha CX-A5200 received 9 points.

Pioneer VSX-LX303 is equipped with 7/2 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Yamaha CX-A5200 has 7/3 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 CX-A5200 has 10.

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

For the ability to create multichannel surround sound, each of the receivers received 7 points out of 10.