Arcam AVR21 vs Pioneer VSX-LX805

Here we are comparing Arcam AVR21 to Pioneer VSX-LX805 to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. The Arcam AVR21 has 7 channel and the Pioneer VSX-LX805 has 11 channel amplifiers with Arcam AVR21's being less powerful.

Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
Arcam AVR21 was introduced in 2022. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 15.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video signal.	Pioneer VSX-LX805 was introduced in 2023 and represents a current flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 11 channel amplifier with 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K video signal.

We evaluated Arcam AVR21 and Pioneer VSX-LX805 and gave them scores of 92 and 95 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

For more details about the ranking please go to    Evaluations section.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Arcam AVR21 over Pioneer VSX-LX805.

	Arcam AVR21	vs	Pioneer VSX-LX805
Front Wide Channel Support		vs
More Channel Processing	15.2	vs	11.2
DTS Virtual:X		vs
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer	13.1-ch (Built-In)	vs
More 8K Inputs	7	vs	6
More Optical Outputs	1	vs
More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs	4	vs	2
More RCA Line Inputs	7 (1 front)	vs	4
More RCA Line Outputs	1	vs
More RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	vs	11.4
More Presets	50	vs	40
Digital Radio	DAB/DAB+	vs
Universal Power Supply	AC 110-120 V or 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz via switch	vs	AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Bigger Power Supply	1500 W	vs	1095 W
Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)	93 dB (normal) 110 dB (stereo direct)	vs	107 dB
Newer Bluetooth Version	5․0	vs	4․2
Longer Warranty	5 Years	vs	3 Years

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer VSX-LX805 over Arcam AVR21.

	Arcam AVR21	vs	Pioneer VSX-LX805
More Channels	7.2	vs	11.4
Higher Power Output	110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	vs	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Bi-amp capability		vs	Front L/R and Center Channels
Higher DAC Specs	192 kHz/24 Bit	vs	768 kHz/32 Bit
Music Playback via USB		vs	MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, LPCM, AIFF, DSD
DSD via USB		vs	2-ch Input
Dialogue Lift		vs
QMS		vs
QFT		vs
DSC		vs
Works with Amazon Alexa		vs
Works with SONOS		vs
DTS Play-Fi		vs	via Pioneer Music Control App
USB Input	for factory service	vs	2 (1 Front)
More Optical Inputs	2	vs	3
XLR Line Inputs		vs	1
Phono Input		vs
XLR Pre-outs		vs	Front L/R
More Composite Video Inputs		vs	2
More Component Video Inputs		vs	1
Front A/V Inputs	AUX (3.5 mm Audio)	vs	HDMI, USB
More Zones	2	vs	3
More Powered Zones	2	vs	2 and 3
Analog Tuner	FM with RDS	vs	FM/AM
Deezer		vs
More Speaker Terminals	7	vs	15
More Large Speaker Terminals	7	vs	15
Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	110 W (0.02% THD)	vs	150 W (0.08% THD)

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

STRENGTHS	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
High Power Output	110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Channel Processing	15.2	11.2
Dolby Atmos	up to 9.1.6 with external amp
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
DTS:X	Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp
IMAX Enhanced
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer	13.1-ch (Built-In)
DSD via HDMI	2-ch/Multi-ch Input	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.	Dirac Live™	MCACC Pro and Dirac Live™ Premium Room Correction
HDR10
HDR10+
Dolby Vision
HDMI Version	2.1	2.1
eARC
New HDCP Version	2.3	2.3
Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
VRR
8K Passthrough	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4	up to 8K/60p RGB/YCbCr4:2:0/10-bit uncompressed or RGB/YCbCr4:4:4/12-bit compressed (TV needs DSC)
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth	aptX HD	SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
Google Assistant
Chromecast Built-In
Many HDMI Inputs	7	7 (1 front)
Many HDMI Outputs	3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)	3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2)
Many 8K Inputs	7	6
USB Input	for factory service	2 (1 Front)
RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	11.4
Ethernet
Analog Tuner	FM with RDS	FM/AM
Pandora
Spotify
Tidal

Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
7 channel Class A/B Amplifier: Arcam AVR21 features 7 channel power amplifier with Class A/B design. It is rated at 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.	11 channel All new symmetric Class AB Amplifier: Pioneer VSX-LX805 features 11 channel power amplifier with All new symmetric Class AB design. It is rated at 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

• Toroidal Transformer: Arcam AVR21 has a toroidal transformer which in general costs several times more than a regular C-core transformer and radiates less electromagnetic noise outside its donut shaped core.

AMPLIFIER	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
Channels	7.2	11.4
Power Output	110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Front Wide Channel Support
Amplifier Design	Class A/B	All new symmetric Class AB
THX™ Certification
Continuous 6 Ω Rated
Certified 4 Ω Performance
Bi-amp Capability		Front L/R and Center Channels

Arcam AVR21's and Pioneer VSX-LX805's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

• Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
Arcam AVR21: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier and 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier and 5.2.6, 7.2.4, 9.2.2 with addition of external 4 channel amplifier and 7.2.6, 9.2.4 with addition of external 6 channel amplifier and 9.2.6 with addition of external 8 channel amplifier.
Pioneer VSX-LX805: 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 7.4.2, 7.4.4 with internal amplifier.
• DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
Arcam AVR21: This model supports DTS:X but not DTS:X Pro. Since DTS:X is limited with 11 channel processing some of the speaker configurations for Dolby Atmos are not supported here. The supported configurations are 5.2.2 with internal amplifier and 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier and 5.2.6, 7.2.4, 9.2.2 with addition of external 4 channel amplifier.
Pioneer VSX-LX805: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 7.4.2, 7.4.4 with internal amplifier.
• Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
Arcam AVR21: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier and 9.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
Pioneer VSX-LX805: 5.4, 7.4 with internal amplifier.
• Front Wide Channel support: With the presence of two front wide speakers you can enhance the front surround stage. The following speaker configurations are available for front wide channels:
Arcam AVR21: 9.2, 9.2.2, 9.2.4, 9.2.6.
Pioneer VSX-LX805: Does not support.
• Bi-Amp: Arcam AVR21 is able to bi-amp up to 2 and Pioneer VSX-LX805 is able to bi-amp up to 3 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

Dolby Atmos

Arcam AVR21 and Pioneer VSX-LX805 support Dolby Atmos.

• Dolby Surround Upmixer: Both models support Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.
• Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Both models support Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization which is a digital signal processing solution that leverages Dolby's deep understanding of human audio perception to create the sensation of overhead sound from the listener-level speakers.

DTS:X

Arcam AVR21 and Pioneer VSX-LX805 support DTS:X.

• DTS Neural:X: Both models feature DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
• DTS Virtual:X: Arcam AVR21 supports DTS Virtual:X which bridges the gap between DTS:X codec and the reality of so many consumers' homes, allowing you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound regardless of room size, layout, or speaker configuration. If you have a limited speaker setup you will miss a full immersive potential of your entertainment system. DTS Virtual:X adds height and surround audio effect to your system without adding height speakers. It works with multiple configurations and delivers immersive sound experience out of 5.1 or even 2.1 speaker layouts.
• DTS Dialog Control: Both models have DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.

Auro-3D

Arcam AVR21 and Pioneer VSX-LX805 support Auro-3D.

• Auro-Matic upmixer: Auro-Matic upmixer takes non Auro-3D sound and upmixes to the current speaker configuration.

IMAX Enhanced

Arcam AVR21 and Pioneer VSX-LX805 are IMAX Enhanced certified. To qualify for IMAX Enhanced certification, 4K HDR televisions, projectors, sound bars, a/v receivers, loudspeakers, powered subwoofers and other premium home entertainment devices must meet carefully prescribed performance requirements established by IMAX, DTS and Hollywood's leading experts.

• What makes an IMAX Enhanced A/V receiver different from an A/V receiver with DTS:X technology? DTS:X technology is commonly found in most multi-channel A/V receivers on the market today. All IMAX Enhanced A/V receivers include DTS:X technology and deliver additional features, such as auto-sensing of IMAX Enhanced content, via IMAX Mode. IMAX Mode indicates that your A/V receiver supports fully immersive IMAX signature sound.

AUDIO DECODING	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
Dolby Atmos	up to 9.1.6 with external amp
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Digital EX
DTS:X	Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp
DTS Neural:X
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neo
DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
DTS 96/24
DTS-ES	Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1	Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
IMAX Enhanced
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer	13.1-ch (Built-In)

Arcam AVR21 comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 3 outputs - 2 x 8K for MAIN and 1 x 4K for ZONE2.

Pioneer VSX-LX805 comes with 6 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support and 1 inputs with 4K support. It has 3 outputs - 1 MAIN and 1 SUB and 1 ZONE 2.

• 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Arcam AVR21: All inputs pass up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
  8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Pioneer VSX-LX805: 6 out of 7 inputs pass up to 8K/60p RGB/YCbCr4:2:0/10-bit uncompressed or RGB/YCbCr4:4:4/12-bit compressed (TV needs DSC) and the rest of the inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
• 8K Upscaling on Pioneer VSX-LX805: It can upscale 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K from HDMI and analog sources.
• Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Pioneer VSX-LX805 supports analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
• BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on both models).
• HDCP 2.3 Copy Protection: Both receivers are HDCP 2.3 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
• Quick Media Switching (QMS): With HDMI 2.1a, Quick Media Switching for movies and video uses the HDMI VRR mechanism to eliminate the blackout period when an HDMI Source device switches its video mode. As long as the resolution remains the same and only the frame rate changes, QMS will instantly switch between frame rates. QMS eliminates A/V blackouts by using VRR technology to change frame rates, allowing instant changes from 24Hz to 60Hz frame rate, and anywhere in-between. The viewer never sees blank screens and gets a seamless experience (available on Pioneer VSX-LX805 only).
• 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

HDR (High Dynamic Range)

Both receivers support HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma. High dynamic range video has greater dynamic range than standard dynamic range (SDR) video with brighter whites and deeper blacks. The result is greater contrast and more details in dark and bright areas, better color and depth.

Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

Arcam AVR21 and Pioneer VSX-LX805 support Audio Return Channel (ARC) which allows the compatible TV to send audio signal to the a/v receiver through the same HDMI cable which is used to send audio and video signals to the TV. So one HDMI cable is used to transfer audio signal in both directions. New Enhanced ARC will support uncompressed audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio whereas the previous ARC could support only Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS HD, and PCM.

Gaming Features

Arcam AVR21 supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) Pioneer VSX-LX805 supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.

VIDEO FEATURES	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
HDR10
HDR10+
Dynamic HDR
BT.2020 color space
Dolby Vision
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
HDMI Version	2.1	2.1
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
HDCP Version	2.3	2.3
QMS (Quick Media Switching)
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
QFT (Quick Frame transport)
DSC (Display Stream Compression)
3-D Ready
Video Signal Passthrough	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4	up to 8K/60p RGB/YCbCr4:2:0/10-bit uncompressed or RGB/YCbCr4:4:4/12-bit compressed (TV needs DSC)

TERMINALS	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
HDMI Inputs	7	7 (1 front)
HDMI Outputs	3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)	3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2)
8K Inputs	7	6
USB Input	for factory service	2 (1 Front)
USB DC Out Port
Optical Inputs	2	3
Optical Outputs	1
Coaxial Inputs	4	2
RCA Line Inputs	7 (1 front)	4
RCA Line Outputs	1
XLR Line Inputs		1
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input
RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	11.4
XLR Pre-outs		Front L/R
Composite Video Inputs		2
Composite Video Outputs
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs		1
Component Video Outputs

GENERAL	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
Brand	Arcam	Pioneer
Series	HDA	Elite
Model	AVR21	VSX-LX805
Type	A/V Receiver	A/V Receiver
Country	All	North America
Release Year	2022	2023
Predecessor	Arcam AVR20	Pioneer SC-LX904

AMPLIFIER	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
Channels	7.2	11.4
Power Output	110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Front Wide Channel Support
Amplifier Design	Class A/B	All new symmetric Class AB
THX™ Certification
Continuous 6 Ω Rated
Certified 4 Ω Performance
Bi-amp Capability		Front L/R and Center Channels

AUDIO FEATURES	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
DAC	Dual ESS 9026PRO	Two precision 32-bit ESS ES9026PRO Hyperstream II
DAC Specs	192 kHz/24 Bit	768 kHz/32 Bit
Maximum Channel Processing	15.2	11.2
Air Studios Monitor Certification
Dolby Atmos	up to 9.1.6 with external amp
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Digital EX
Surround EX
DTS:X	Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp
DTS Neural:X
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neo
DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
DTS 96/24
DTS Express
DTS-ES	Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1	Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
IMAX Enhanced
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer	13.1-ch (Built-In)
MQA Decoding
PCM	2-ch/Multi-ch Input	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
Network Audio Formats	MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, MQA	MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, LPCM, AIFF, DSD
Music Playback via USB		MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, LPCM, AIFF, DSD
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network	up to 192 kHz	up to 192 kHz/24 bit
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB		Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD
Gapless Playback
DSD via HDMI	2-ch/Multi-ch Input	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
DSD via USB		2-ch Input
DSD to PCM Converter
USB DAC
DTS Dialogue Control
Dialog Enhancement
Dialog normalization
Dialogue Lift
Sound Retriever		Advanced
Sound Retriever AIR
Digital noise Reduction
Tone Control		All Channels
Compressed Music Enhancer		Advanced Sound Retriever
High-resolution Music Enhancer
Audyssey Dynamic EQ
Audyssey Dynamic Volume
Audyssey LFC
Audyssey Sub EQ HT
Audyssey DSX
Direct Mode	Stereo Direct, CD Direct
Pure Direct Mode
Advanced Surround
Front Stage Surround Advance
Virtual Speakers
Virtual Depth
Independent Subwoofer Outputs		2 independent + 2 parallel

CALIBRATION	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.	Dirac Live™	MCACC Pro and Dirac Live™ Premium Room Correction
Calibration Microphone		MCACC/Dirac Live Setup MIC
Manual MCACC
MCACC Memory		3
Reflex Optimizer
Phase Control
Auto Phase Control Plus
Full Band Phase Control
Standing Wave Control		Multi-Point (9 points)
EQ Bands		9-Band
Symmetric EQ
Polarity Check
Auto Subwoofer Crossover

VIDEO FEATURES	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
HDR10
HDR10+
Dynamic HDR
BT.2020 color space
Dolby Vision
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
HDMI Version	2.1	2.1
HDBaseT Compatible
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
HDCP Version	2.3	2.3
QMS (Quick Media Switching)
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
QFT (Quick Frame transport)
DSC (Display Stream Compression)
3-D Ready
Video Signal Passthrough	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4	up to 8K/60p RGB/YCbCr4:2:0/10-bit uncompressed or RGB/YCbCr4:4:4/12-bit compressed (TV needs DSC)
Video Signal Upscaling		1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K
Analog To HDMI Upconversion		Component**, Composite
Component Video Upscaling
Analog to Analog Video conversion
Component Video Maximum Resolution		480i/576i
isf Certified Calibration Control

CONNECTIVITY	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth	aptX HD	SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
Works with Amazon Alexa
Google Assistant
Chromecast Built-In
Apple Siri
Works with SonoS
DTS Play-Fi		via Pioneer Music Control App
MHL Input
AirPlay	AirPlay 2	AirPlay 2
Apple Product Connection	iPod, iPhone and iPad	iPod, iPhone and iPad
Remote App	Arcam control app	Pioneer Remote App
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue

TERMINALS	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
HDMI Inputs	7	7 (1 front)
HDMI Outputs	3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)	3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2)
8K Inputs	7	6
USB Input	for factory service	2 (1 Front)
USB DC Out Port
Optical Inputs	2	3
Optical Outputs	1
Coaxial Inputs	4	2
RCA Line Inputs	7 (1 front)	4
RCA Line Outputs	1
XLR Line Inputs		1
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input
RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	11.4
XLR Pre-outs		Front L/R
Composite Video Inputs		2
Composite Video Outputs
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs		1
Component Video Outputs
Ethernet
Ethernet Switch
PC In
Front A/V Inputs	AUX (3.5 mm Audio)	HDMI, USB
Speaker A/B
Headphone Out	3.5 mm (1/8")	6.3 mm (1/4")
Detachable Power Cord

ZONES	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
Number of Zones	2	3
Powered Zones	2	2 and 3
Zone 2 Outs	HDMI, Pre Out	HDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out (shared with Zone B line out)
Zone 3 Outs		RCA Pre/Line Out
RS-232C Interface
+12V Trigger Output	2	2 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA)
Remote (IR) Input/Output	2 / 0	1 / 1

MISCELLANEOUS	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
GUI Languages		7
AV Navigator
IP Control
PreAmp Mode
Display	Large front-panel LCD display
FL Dimmer

RADIO	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
Analog Tuner	FM with RDS	FM/AM
Presets	50	40
Digital Radio	DAB/DAB+
Internet Radio	TuneIn	TuneIn
Pandora
Spotify
Tidal
Deezer
Napster
SiriusXM

CONSTRUCTION	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
Solid Aluminum Front
Speaker Terminals	7	15
Large Speaker Terminals	7	15
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
Gold plated RCA terminals

POWER	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
Power Supply	AC 110-120 V or 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz via switch	AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Toroidal Transformer
Power Consumption	1500 W	1095 W
Standby Power	0.5 W	0.1 W

PHYSICAL	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
Dimensions (W x H x D)	433 mm x 171 mm x 425 mm 17.06" x 6.69" x 18.56"	435 mm x 185.5 mm x 468 mm 17-1/8" x 7-5/16" x 18-7/16"
Weight	16.6 kg (36.4 lbs)	21.5 kg (47.4 lbs)
Weight of Package	19.9 kg

SPECIFICATIONS	Arcam AVR21	Pioneer VSX-LX805
Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	110 W (0.02% THD)	150 W (0.08% THD)
Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)	125 W (0.2% THD)
Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)		260 W (10% THD)
Power Output (4 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel Driven)	175 W (0.2% THD)
Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven)	190 W (0.2% THD)
Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive	90 W (7 channels driven, 1kHz, 8 Ω, 0.2% THD) 110 W (7 channels driven, 1kHz, 4 Ω, 0.2% THD)
THD		0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, half power)
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)	1V, 2V, 4V (user adjustable)/47 kΩ	200 mV/47 kΩ
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)		3.5 mV/47 kΩ
Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)	4.5 Vrms
Rated Preout Level and Impedance	1 Vrms/560 Ω	1 V/470 Ω
Maximum Preout Level and Impedance	5 Vrms/560 Ω
Rated XLR Output Level and Impedance		2 V/220 Ω
Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance	5 Vrms/100 Ω	8 Ω - 600 Ω
Rated Headphone Power Output		75 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
Phono Overload		70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)	93 dB (normal) 110 dB (stereo direct)	107 dB
S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)		78 dB
Frequency Response (Analog In)	±0.2 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)	10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)
Residual noise (IHF-A Network)	0.15 mV
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI	2.8 MHz	2.8 MHz
DSD Sampling Rates via USB		11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance		1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y) 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR) 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
Ethernet Standard		10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
Wi-Fi Standard	IEEE 802.11 ac	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency	5 GHz, 2.4 GHz	5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
Bluetooth Version	5․0	4․2
Bluetooth Frequency		2.4 GHz
USB Terminal		Front : Ver.2.0, 5 V/0.5 A Rear : Ver.2.0, 5V/1 A
FM Frequency		87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)		Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)
AM Frequency		530 kHz - 1710 kHz
Warranty	5 Years	3 Years

* - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
** - 480i/576i only
*** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
**** - 1080p signal is not converted