Denon AVR-X1700H DAB vs Pioneer VSX-LX303

      Denon AVR-X1700H DAB

      Pioneer VSX-LX303
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      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough, 8K Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 9.1 Channel Processing
      • 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Denon AVR-X1700H DAB
      4. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-LX303
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Amplifier
      7. Speaker Configurations
      8. Immersive Audio Formats
      9. HDMI
      10. Inputs and Outputs
      11. Evaluations
      12. Specifications

      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Denon AVR-X1700H DAB to Pioneer VSX-LX303 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 Denon AVR-X1700H DAB has 7 channel and the Pioneer VSX-LX303 has 9 channel amplifiers with Denon AVR-X1700H DAB's being less powerful.


      Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303

      Denon AVR-X1700H DAB was introduced in 2021. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales from 1080p up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      Pioneer VSX-LX303 was introduced in 2018. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 9.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K video signal.

      We evaluated Denon AVR-X1700H DAB and Pioneer VSX-LX303 and gave them scores of 88 and 90 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.

      Denon AVR-X1700H DAB

      Pioneer VSX-LX303

      Amplifier
      86
      Amplifier
      89
      Audio Features
      86
      Audio Features
      88
      Video Features
      99
      Video Features
      95
      Connectivity
      86
      Connectivity
      84
      Zones
      77
      Zones
      90
      Radio
      87
      Radio
      92
      OVERALL
      88
      OVERALL
      90

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Denon AVR-X1700H DAB and Pioneer VSX-LX303.

      PROS

      Denon AVR-X1700H DAB

      Pioneer VSX-LX303

      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   8K Upscaling
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   HEOS
      •   3 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Digital Radio
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   9.1 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      CONS

      Denon AVR-X1700H DAB

      Pioneer VSX-LX303

      •   Low Power Output - 80 W
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Digital Radio


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Denon AVR-X1700H DAB

      Pioneer VSX-LX303

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   2 Zones
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 100 W
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE

      3. Advantage of Denon AVR-X1700H DAB

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVR-X1700H DAB over Pioneer VSX-LX303.

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      Denon AVR-X1700H DAB vs Pioneer VSX-LX303
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      HDR10+ vs
      Dynamic HDR vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
      Newer HDCP Version 2.3 vs 2.2
      Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through vs
      VRR vs
      QFT vs
      Video Signal Passthrough up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 vs up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling from 1080p up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 vs 1080p to 4K
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      DLNA 1.5 vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs AirPlay
      More 8K Inputs 3 vs
      More Composite Video Outputs 1 vs
      More GUI Languages 9 vs 7
      Digital Radio DAB/DAB+ vs
      Napster vs
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Wi-Fi Standard IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac vs IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
      Newer Bluetooth Version 4․2 vs 4․1 + LE
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      5.2 channel

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      4. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-LX303

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer VSX-LX303 over Denon AVR-X1700H DAB.

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      Denon AVR-X1700H DAB vs Pioneer VSX-LX303
      More Channels 7.2 vs 9.2
      Higher Power Output 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      More Channel Processing 7.1 vs 9.1
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD, Dolby TrueHD
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD, Dolby TrueHD
      DSD via HDMI vs 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion vs Component**, Composite
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      Works with SONOS vs
      DTS Play-Fi vs
      More HDMI Inputs 6 vs 7 (1 front)
      More HDMI Outputs 1 vs 2 (simultaneous)
      USB Input 1 Front for USB memory vs 2 (1 Front)
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs vs 1
      More RCA Line Inputs 2 vs 5 (1 front)
      More Component Video Inputs vs 1
      Front A/V Inputs USB vs HDMI, USB, Mini-Jack
      More Zones 2 vs 3
      More Powered Zones 2 vs 2 and 3
      Zone 2 Outs vs RCA Pre/Line Out
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output vs 2 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 0 / 0 vs 1 / 1
      Analog Tuner FM with RDS vs FM/AM
      Pandora vs
      More Speaker Terminals 7 vs 9
      More Large Speaker Terminals 7 vs 9
      Bigger Power Supply 430 W vs 750 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 80 W (0.08% THD) vs 100 W (0.08% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) 175 W (10% THD) vs 200 W (10% THD)
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 98 dB vs 106 dB
      Higher S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) 74 dB vs 80 dB

      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      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 Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2
        DTS:X up to 5.1.2
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT MCACC
        HDR10
        Dolby Vision
        New HDCP Version2.32.2
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC SBC, AAC
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory2 (1 Front)
        Phono Input
        Composite Video Inputs22
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM with RDS FM/AM
        Spotify
        Tidal
      WEAKNESSES Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No IMAX Enhanced
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No RCA Pre-Outs0.20.2

      6. Amplifier

      Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303

      7 channel Amplifier: Denon AVR-X1700H DAB features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      9 channel Direct Energy Amplifier: Pioneer VSX-LX303 features 9 channel power amplifier with Direct Energy design. It is rated at 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.


        AMPLIFIER Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        Channels7.29.2
        Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability assignable

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Denon AVR-X1700H DAB's and Pioneer VSX-LX303's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Denon AVR-X1700H DAB: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-LX303: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Denon AVR-X1700H DAB: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-LX303: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Denon AVR-X1700H DAB: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-LX303: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are able to bi-amp up to 2 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.

        8. Immersive Audio Formats

        Dolby Atmos

        Denon AVR-X1700H DAB and Pioneer VSX-LX303 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: Denon AVR-X1700H DAB supports 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

        Denon AVR-X1700H DAB and Pioneer VSX-LX303 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: Denon AVR-X1700H DAB 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.
        AUDIO DECODING Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2
        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 up to 5.1.2
        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

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        9. HDMI

        Denon AVR-X1700H DAB comes with 3 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support and 3 inputs with 4K support. It has 1 output.

        Pioneer VSX-LX303 comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

        • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Denon AVR-X1700H DAB: 3 out of 6 inputs pass up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 and the rest of the inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
          4K/60Hz Passthrough on Pioneer VSX-LX303: All inputs pass up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4) video signal.
        • 8K Upscaling on Denon AVR-X1700H DAB: It can upscale from 1080p up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI sources.
          4K Upscaling on Pioneer VSX-LX303: It can upscale 1080p to 4K from HDMI and analog sources.
        • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Pioneer VSX-LX303 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 Copy Protection: Denon AVR-X1700H DAB is HDCP 2.3 and Pioneer VSX-LX303 is HDCP 2.2 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
        • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

        HDR (High Dynamic Range)

        Denon AVR-X1700H DAB supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dynamic HDR and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

        Pioneer VSX-LX303 supports 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)

        Denon AVR-X1700H DAB supports 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

        Denon AVR-X1700H DAB supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.32.2
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
        Video Signal Upscaling from 1080p up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 1080p to 4K

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Denon AVR-X1700H DAB and Pioneer VSX-LX303 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 2 pair of line inputs on Denon AVR-X1700H DAB and 5 pair of line inputs on Pioneer VSX-LX303 for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs are available on Denon AVR-X1700H DAB and 2 optical inputs and 1 coaxial input are available on Pioneer VSX-LX303 for digital audio connections.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • Denon AVR-X1700H DAB
          Inputs:           6   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 3.
        • Pioneer VSX-LX303
          Inputs:           7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (simultaneous)
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Denon AVR-X1700H DAB
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.
        • Pioneer VSX-LX303
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 0.
        • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one. resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Pioneer VSX-LX303 supports up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Denon AVR-X1700H DAB
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Pioneer VSX-LX303
          Inputs:           1   Outputs: 0.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Denon AVR-X1700H DAB: USB
        • Pioneer VSX-LX303: HDMI, USB, Mini-Jack

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        TERMINALS Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        HDMI Inputs67 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs12 (simultaneous)
        8K Inputs3
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory2 (1 Front)
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs22
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs1
        RCA Line Inputs25 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.20.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs22
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs1
        Component Video Outputs

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Denon AVR-X1700H DAB and Pioneer VSX-LX303 and gave them scores of 88 and 90 out of 100 recpectively. We also gave separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new receiver is added to the database.


        Denon AVR-X1700H DAB

        Pioneer VSX-LX303

        OVERALL
        88
        OVERALL
        90

        Amplifier

        EXCELLENT
        86
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Low Power Output - 80 W
        EXCELLENT
        89
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   Power Output - 100 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        86
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   No DSD via HDMI
        EXCELLENT
        88
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   9.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        99
        •   HDR10
        •   HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   HDMI 2.1
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   VRR
        •   QFT
        •   8K Passthrough
        •   8K Upscaling
        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

        Connectivity

        EXCELLENT
        86
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   HEOS
        •   6 HDMI Inputs
        •   1 HDMI Outputs
        •   3 8K Inputs
        •   USB Input
        •   Few RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2
        GOOD
        84
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   Chromecast Built-In
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   2 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE

        Zones

        GOOD
        77
        •   2 Zones
        EXCELLENT
        90
        •   3 Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        87
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        BrandDenonPioneer
        SeriesElite
        ModelAVR-X1700H DABVSX-LX303
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryUKNorth America
        Release Year20212018
        PredecessorDenon AVR-X1600H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX302
        SuccessorDenon AVR-X1800H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX304
        AMPLIFIER Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        Channels7.29.2
        Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Amplifier DesignDirect Energy
        Discrete Amplification
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction
        Bi-amp Capability assignable
        AUDIO FEATURES Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineFour 300 MHz DSP coresDigital Quad-Core 32-bit DSP (Cirrus Logic) + Aureus™ Floating-Point DSP (TI)
        DACAKMAKM AK4458 & TI PCM5101
        DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit384 kHz/32 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing7.19.1
        D.D.S.C. HD Digital
        Alpha Processing
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2
        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 up to 5.1.2
        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
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD, Dolby TrueHD
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD, Dolby TrueHD
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        DSD via USB 2-ch Input 2-ch Input
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter Reduction
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog Level Adjustment
        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
        Pure Direct Mode
        Auto Surround
        Optimum Surround
        Advanced SurroundMultiple
        Wide Surround
        Front Stage Surround Advance
        Headphone Surround
        Virtual Speakers
        Virtual Depth
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT MCACC
        Audyssey App Support
        Manual MCACC
        MCACC Memory1
        Reflex Optimizer
        Phase Control
        Auto Phase Control Plus
        Full Band Phase Control
        Standing Wave Control
        Symmetric EQ
        Precision Distance
        Polarity Check
        Auto Subwoofer Crossover
        Optimized Bass Redirection
        Bass Sync
        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDMI Version2.1
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.32.2
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
        Video Signal Upscaling from 1080p up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 1080p to 4K
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        Component Video Maximum Resolution480i/576i
        Stream Smoother
        Pure Cinema
        Video Parameter Adjustments
        Super Resolution
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC SBC, AAC
        Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Google Assistant
        Chromecast Built-In
        Apple Siri
        Works with SonoS
        HEOS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad Made for iPhone, iPod and iPad (Airplay only)
        Remote App Denon 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices and Kindle Fire Pioneer Remote App
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        HDMI Inputs67 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs12 (simultaneous)
        8K Inputs3
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory2 (1 Front)
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs22
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs1
        RCA Line Inputs25 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.20.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs22
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs1
        Component Video Outputs
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsUSBHDMI, USB, Mini-Jack
        Speaker A/B assignable
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        adapterport
        ZONES Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        Number of Zones23
        Powered Zones 22 and 3
        Zone 2 OutsRCA Pre/Line Out
        Zone 3 OutsRCA Pre/Line Out
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output2 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA)
        Remote (IR) Input/Output0 / 01 / 1
        MISCELLANEOUS Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        On-Screen Display Hybrid Graphic User Interface
        GUI Languages97
        Web Control
        AV Navigator
        IP Control
        Control4 SDDP
        PreAmp Mode
        Versatile Speaker ConfigurationFRONT, CENTER, SURROUND, HEIGHT 1/Bi-AMP/ZONE 2, SURROUND BACK/HEIGHT 2/ZONE 3
        Display 1 line
        FL Dimmer
        Function Rename
        Remote ControllerRC-1244 User-Friendly Simple Remote Control
        Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
        Denon Link HD
        Setup Assistant
        Quick Select plus / Quick Select /
        RADIO Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        Analog Tuner FM with RDS FM/AM
        Presets40
        Digital Radio DAB/DAB+
        Internet Radio TuneIn TuneIn
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        Front Panelnot MetalBrushed
        Solid Aluminum Front
        Speaker Terminals79
        Large Speaker Terminals79
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        3D Space Frame Construction
        High Grade Audio Components
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        Power SupplyAC 230 V, 50/60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption430 W750 W
        No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 29 W/39 W70 W
        Standby Power0.1 W0.15 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power off
        PHYSICAL Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        Dimensions (W x H x D)434 mm x 151 mm x 339 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 215 mm x 339 mm)
        17 1/8" x 6" x 13 3/8" (with antenna: 17 1/8" x 8 1/2" x 13 3/8")        		435 mm x 173 mm x 370.5 mm
        17-1/8" x 6-13/16" x 14-9/16"
        Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)523 mm x 232 mm x 435 mm
        20.6" x 9.1" x 17.1"
        Weight8.6 kg (19 lbs)10.8 kg (23.8 lbs)
        Weight of Package10.6 kg
        SPECIFICATIONS Denon AVR-X1700H DAB Pioneer VSX-LX303
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)80 W (0.08% THD)100 W (0.08% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)120 W (0.7% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)175 W (10% THD)200 W (10% THD)
        Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)145 W (1% THD)
        Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)250 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)220 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)130 W
        THD0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, half power)
        Phono Distortion0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)2.5 mV3.5 mV/47 kΩ
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance1 V/470 Ω
        Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance8 Ω - 600 Ω
        Rated Headphone Power Output85 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
        Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)98 dB106 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 dB80 dB
        Phono RIAA Deviation±1 dB (20-20 kHz)
        Frequency Response (Analog In)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz (2-ch/multi-ch), 5.6 MHz (2-ch)
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
        1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 10 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Composite)
        Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/acIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version4․24․1 + LE
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 AVer. 2.0, 5 V, 500 mA
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)Mono: 1.56 µV (15.0 dBf)
        FM Effective Sensitivity1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
        FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 65 dB/65 dB
        FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.4%/0.4%
        AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz
        DAB Freq174.928 (5A) - 239.200 (13F) MHz (BAND III)
        Warranty3 Years3 Years

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

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