1-on-1 Comparison

Side-by-Side Comparison

Pioneer Elite SC-LX701

Onkyo TX-RZ840

SCORE:
90
SCORE:
91

Highlights

  • 9.2 channels
  • 11.2 channel processing
  • 135 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
  • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X capable
  • HDR10, Dolby Vision, 4K Upscaling, 4K Passthrough
  • AirPlay, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi
  • Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
  • USB and Phono inputs

Highlights

  • 9.2 channels
  • 11.2 channel processing
  • 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
  • THX Select™ certified
  • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X capable
  • HDR10, Dolby Vision, 4K Upscaling, 4K Passthrough
  • AirPlay 2, Chromecast
  • Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
  • USB and Phono inputs

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Content

Overview

Here we are comparing Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 to Onkyo TX-RZ840 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. Both receivers have 9 channel amplifiers.


Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ840

Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 was introduced in 2017. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 135 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4) video signal.

Onkyo TX-RZ840 was introduced in 2019. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 120 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 and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K video signal.

We evaluated the a/v receiver and gave 90 overall score out of 100. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

We evaluated the a/v receiver and gave 91 overall score out of 100. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

AMPLIFIER
92
VIDEO FEATURES
93
AUDIO FEATURES
89
CONNECTIVITY
89
MULTIZONE
92
MISCELLANEOUS
70
RADIO
90
OVERALL
90

AMPLIFIER
92
VIDEO FEATURES
95
AUDIO FEATURES
91
CONNECTIVITY
88
MULTIZONE
91
MISCELLANEOUS
72
RADIO
90
OVERALL
91

Advantage of Pioneer Elite SC-LX701

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 over Onkyo TX-RZ840.

Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 has lower total harmonic distortion and higher signal to noise ratio.

Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 vs Onkyo TX-RZ840
Dialog Enhancement vs
Dialogue Lift via Dialog Enhancement vs
Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4) vs 1080p to 4K
Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite vs Component**, Composite
Component Video Maximum Resolution 1080i vs 480i/576i
FireConnect vs
More HDMI Inputs 8 (1 front) vs 7 (1 front)
More Optical Outputs vs
More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 2 vs 1
More Component Video Inputs 2 vs 1
More Component Video Outputs 1 vs
Front A/V Inputs HDMI, USB vs HDMI
Speaker A/B vs
+12V Trigger Output 2 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA) vs 1 (MAIN, 100 mA)
Remote (IR) Input/Output 2 / 1 vs 1 / 0
More Speaker Terminals 11 vs 9
More Large Speaker Terminals 11 vs 9
Lower THD 0.04% (1 kHz, 100 W) vs 0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)
Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 107 dB vs 106 dB
Higher S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) 90 dB vs 80 dB

Advantage of Onkyo TX-RZ840

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-RZ840 over Pioneer Elite SC-LX701.

Onkyo TX-RZ840 has higher DAC specs, bigger power supply and higher bluetooth standard. It supports IMAX Enhanced. In video department only Onkyo TX-RZ840 supports HDCP 2.3 copy protection and Hybrid Log Gamma.

Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 vs Onkyo TX-RZ840
THX™ Certification vs Select™ (previously known as Select2)
Higher DAC Specs 192 kHz/32 Bit vs 384 kHz/32 Bit
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
IMAX Enhanced vs
Virtual Speakers vs T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
Newer HDCP Version 2.2 vs 2.3
HLG vs
AirPlay AirPlay vs AirPlay 2 after firmware update
Solid Aluminum Front vs
Bigger Power Supply 310 W vs 870 W
Higher Rated Headphone Power Output 57 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD) vs 85 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
Newer Bluetooth Version 4․1 + LE vs 4․2

Common Strengths and Weaknesses

Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both receivers.

STRENGTHS
  11.2 Channel Processing
  Dolby Atmos
  DTS:X
  DSD via HDMI
  Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
  New HDCP Version
  HDR10
  Dolby Vision
  4K or 8K Video Passthrough
  4K or 8K Signal Upscaling
  Analog To HDMI Upconversion
  Chromecast Built-In
  Ethernet
  Wi-Fi
  Bluetooth
  Many HDMI Inputs
  USB Input
  Many RCA Line Inputs
  Many Optical Inputs
  Composite Video Inputs
  Component Video Inputs
  RCA Pre-Outs
  Zones
  Analog Tuner
  Spotify
  Tidal
WEAKNESSES
  No Front Wide Channel Support
  No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
  No eARC
  No HDR10+
  Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
  Few 8K Inputs
  No Pandora

Audio Section

Amplifier

Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ840

9 channel Class D3 (Direct Energy HD) Amplifier: Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 features 9 channel power amplifier with Class D3 design (Direct Energy HD). It is rated at 135 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

9 channel Amplifier: Onkyo TX-RZ840 features 9 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

  • Dynamic Audio Amplification: Onkyo TX-RZ840 features Dynamic Audio Amplification which is Onkyo’s amplification philosophy that focuses on capturing the energy and dynamism contained in the audio signal and reproducing it without loss. Audio signals are not static like a test tone, but rather a countless collection of constantly moving waves. While static measurements such as S/N ratio and Total Harmonic Distortion are important, Onkyo believes that excellent dynamic and transient response is the key to emotionally involving sound. Dynamism - the “life” in music - is achieved when the amp can respond to changes in the signal instantaneously, so notes start and stop naturally and the nuances in attack, decay, sustain, and release are voiced with conviction. Onkyo home theater receivers represent the culmination of almost 70 years’ experience in amplifier design. The unique elements of their amplification system comprise high-current, low-impedance architecture to accurately control large speaker cones while enabling instantaneous response to dynamic changes, and discrete wide-range amplifier circuit topology to eliminate phase shift for clear and accurate audio imaging.

THX Select™ (previously known as Select2) certification

Onkyo TX-RZ840 is THX Select™ (previously known as Select2) certified. This means that it is for medium sized rooms, up to 2,000 cubic feet in size, with a 10-12 foot viewing distance from the screen.

  • THX™ Certification: THX™ Certification offers optimal performance, superior quality and seamless integration. THX works with partners from the ground up, so that certified products deliver professional quality audio-visual experiences right out of the box. They only certify the very best products with uncompromised quality, performance and consistency. They ensure that THX certified devices play well with lower performing devices and components. THX listening modes make the receiver to have one speaker set up for movies, music and games. They are tested for power output, bass management, signal-to-noise ratio and feature THX Loudness Plus, Boundary Gain Compensation, Timbre Matching and RE-EQ.
  • Power Output: Power output is tested to ensure the receiver accurately plays source material at THX Reference Level in every input and mode and at every sampling rate for all possible playback combinations selected by the listener.
  • Frequency Response: THX has strict requirements for frequency response to ensure that you hear all the details in high-resolution tracks, ensures dialog in movies, and vocals in music are clear while maintaining deep, impactful bass output that doesn’t overpower the listening experience.
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: THX tests the signal-to-noise ratio to ensure the unit is designed to have low noise performance with very little to no audible hiss from the speakers.
  • Bass Management: THX requires an 80Hz crossover point in the setup menu to ensure proper bass management in every THX Certified AVR. This setting confirms that the subwoofer handles low frequencies, freeing up the loudspeakers to handle mids and highs.
  • THX Loudness Plus™: THX Loudness Plus™ is a volume control technology featured in THX Certified Dominus, THX Certified Ultra and THX Certified Select AV Receivers, and preamplifiers that automatically adjusts the front-to-back speaker level relationship as you turn the volume down. With THX Loudness Plus, home theater audiences can now experience the rich details of surround sound at any volume level.
  • Boundary Gain Compensation: Sitting near a wall may result in increased acoustic levels at the lower frequencies. BGC corrects the way low frequency sound is perceived when seated near a wall. This results in a more accurate bass response.
  • Timbre Matching: Your ears hear different tonal qualities in sounds coming from different directions. Timbre Matching restores the frequency balance between your front and surround speakers ensuring seamless and smooth panning between the front to back of the room.
  • RE-EQ: Many movie soundtracks are mixed in studios for playback in large cinema auditoriums with an array of speakers. When played on home systems, they may appear abrasive and edgy. Re-EQ establishes a more accurate tonal balance when enjoying movies in your home.

Speaker Configurations

Pioneer Elite SC-LX701's and Onkyo TX-RZ840's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

  • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
  • Pioneer Elite SC-LX701: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
  • Onkyo TX-RZ840: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
  • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
  • Pioneer Elite SC-LX701: 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 and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
  • Onkyo TX-RZ840: 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 and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
  • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
  • Pioneer Elite SC-LX701: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
  • Onkyo TX-RZ840: 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.

  • Dolby Atmos

    Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 and Onkyo TX-RZ840 support Dolby Atmos. It is a cinematic audio format in which sounds exist as individual entities, called audio objects. In Dolby Atmos, any sound can exist as an independent audio object, free of channel restrictions. They can be precisely placed and moved anywhere in your room, including overhead, to flow above and around you in three-dimensional space. Through the use of audio objects, overhead sound, and all the richness, clarity, and power of Dolby sound, Dolby Atmos turns your room into an amazing place for entertainment. The format supports up to 128 simultaneous independent audio objects in a mix for rich, realistic, and breathtaking sound. It recreates the director's original concept through descriptive metadata to provide customized playback for home theater and delivers sounds above you through overhead speakers, special upward-firing Dolby Atmos speakers, or a Dolby Atmos enabled sound bar.

    • 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: Onkyo TX-RZ840 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

    Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 and Onkyo TX-RZ840 support DTS:X. A technique used in DTS:X is similar to the one used in Dolby Atmos. Instead of a fixed number of channels, DTS:X defines object locations from the listener in polar coordinates. An a/v receiver then dynamically renders sound according to the current speaker configuration. The speaker layout employed by DTS:X is the sum of Dolby Atmos and Auro-3D. It has standard 7.1 channel base layer, a 5 channel height layer above the base layer on the front and side walls, and 3 rows of speakers on the ceiling.

    • 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 Dialog Control: Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 supports 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.

    Sound Processing

    • Compressed Music Enhancer: Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 and Onkyo TX-RZ840 feature Compressed Music Enhancer which enhances the quality of the music files with lossy compression.
    • Advanced Music Optimizer: Compressed music enhancement in Onkyo TX-RZ840 is done by Onkyo’s Advanced Music Optimizer. While MP3 or AAC files may sound fine through the headphones of your portable digital player, the limitations of these files can be exposed when played back through a quality home entertainment system. This is because a significant amount of high-frequency bit information is lost during the file-compression process. To counter this, Onkyo has designed the Advanced Music Optimizer to compensate for lost bit information and improve the quality of compressed audio signals. This results in a clearer and more expansive sound. Also included in this technology is a loudness correction feature that further improves the audio character of compressed files.
    • Advanced Sound Retriever: Compressed music enhancement in Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 is done by Pioneer’s Advanced Sound Retriever. Hear the detail, warmth and clarity, the way the artist intended it, from all of your highly compressed MP3 and WMA files stored on USB, Smartphone and portable media players. By restoring data that tend to get lost in the digital compression process, Pioneers Advanced Sound Retriever Technology enhances audio reproduction all the way upto 20 Khz frequencies.

    Room Calibration

    Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 comes with MCACC Pro and Onkyo TX-RZ840 comes with AccuEQ Advance with AccuReflex™ room correction system.

    • MCACC: Pioneer’s exclusive Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System (MCACC) delivers an easy-to-use, automatic sound adjustment system to precision-tune your Pioneer and Pioneer Elite receivers with minimal effort. Every MCACC system comes with a microphone to measure and analyze reverb characteristics. The equalizer optimally adjusts sound parameters to fit the size and shape of your home environment while maintaining the integrity of high-resolution playback without any degradation to the quality of your music.
    • AccuEQ: First, AccuEQ detects the presence of speakers and evaluates the impedance of each. Next, it pinpoints their distance relative to the main listening position using the mic and sets suitable sound-pressure levels. Then it selects the optimal crossover frequency so that deeper bass rolls smoothly off to the subwoofer. Finally, AccuEQ performs frequency response equalization based on room-acoustic and speaker data collected via microphone. The sound-field is now tailored around the listening position, resulting in a more immersive and realistic in-film experience.

Video Section

HDMI

Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 MAIN and 1 SUB/ZONE 2.

Onkyo TX-RZ840 comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

  • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4) video signal.
  • 4K Upscaling on Pioneer Elite SC-LX701: It can upscale up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4) from HDMI sources.
    4K Upscaling on Onkyo TX-RZ840: It can upscale 1080p to 4K from HDMI and analog sources.
  • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Onkyo TX-RZ840 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: Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 is HDCP 2.2 and Onkyo TX-RZ840 is HDCP 2.3 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)

Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision.

Onkyo TX-RZ840 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.

  • HDR10: HDR10 uses the wide-gamut Rec. 2020 color space. It sends static metadata via video stream to the TV which calibrates its screen brightness and color according to that. HDR10 supports 10-bit color which corresponds to 1024 shades of the primary RGB colors. It is technically limited to a maximum of 10,000 nits peak brightness, however common HDR10 contents are mastered with peak brightness from 1,000 to 4,000 nits.
  • Dolby Vision: Dolby Vision is a set of technologies developed by Dolby Laboratories for high dynamic range (HDR) video. It covers content creation, distribution, and playback. Like HDR10+, it includes dynamic metadata that are used to adjust and optimize each frame of the HDR video to the consumer display's capabilities in a way specified by the content creator. Dolby Vision allows for a maximum resolution of 8K up to 12-bit color depth, maximum peak brightness of 10,000 nits and a color gamut up to Rec. 2020. It uses Dolby's proprietary dynamic metadata defined in SMPTE ST 2094-10.
  • Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG): The Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) is a transfer function developed mainly for HDR live video feed and over-the-air broadcasts. It is an HDR format that uses BT.2020 color primaries and a bitdepth of 10-bit. It is backward compatible with the transfer function of SDR and is designed to be better-suited for television broadcasting, where the metadata required for other HDR formats is not backward compatible with non-HDR displays. HLG defines a non-linear optical-electro transfer function, in which the lower half of the signal values use a gamma curve and the upper half of the signal values use a logarithmic curve.

IMAX Enhanced

Onkyo TX-RZ840 is 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.
  • IMAX Enhanced Content: IMAX Enhanced studio partners have announced IMAX Enhanced versions of movies that exclusively feature IMAX's signature picture, sound and scale.
  • Picture: Stunning, ultra-vivid 4K HDR picture that utilizes the newest, proprietary Digital Media Remastering technology (DMR) developed by IMAX. DMR accurately reduces noise and grain under the filmmaker’s guidance to best optimize the content for a much higher-quality, higher-brightness display. Without this technology, high-dynamic range content can actually look worse than what was originally seen and intended by the filmmaker.
  • Sound: IMAX and DTS have partnered with award-winning Hollywood sound mixers leveraging DTS:X codec technology integrated in home audio equipment and select televisions to deliver an IMAX signature sound experience with deeper bass and more dynamic range.
  • Scale: Select IMAX Enhanced titles that were shot with IMAX-certified cameras or specially formatted for IMAX theatres feature its exclusive expanded aspect ratio, enabling viewers to see the full scale and scope of the picture on 4K HDR TVs.
  • Streaming Services: IMAX Enhanced is now available on the world’s biggest streaming services, including Disney+, BRAVIA CORE, Tencent, iQiyi and more.

Inputs and Outputs

Audio

  • Analog Pre-Outs: Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 and Onkyo TX-RZ840 have 11.2 preamplifier outputs which allow you to connect the receivers to the external power amplifiers. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the receiver to power the rest. Also, both receivers have 11 channel processing but have only 9 channel amplifiers, so they need external amplifiers connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach their maximum speaker configurations.
  • Analog Line Inputs: There are 6 pair of line inputs on both receivers for connecting sources with analog outputs.
  • Digital Inputs and Outputs: 1 optical input, 3 optical outputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 and 1 optical input, 1 optical output and 1 coaxial input are available on Onkyo TX-RZ840 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:
  • Pioneer Elite SC-LX701
    Inputs:
    8 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)
    8K Inputs: 0.
  • Onkyo TX-RZ840
    Inputs:
    7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
    8K Inputs: 0.
  • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
  • Pioneer Elite SC-LX701
    Inputs:
    2   Outputs: 0.
  • Onkyo TX-RZ840
    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.
  • Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 supports up to 1080i resolution on Component video connectors.
  • Onkyo TX-RZ840 supports up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors.
  • Pioneer Elite SC-LX701
    Inputs:
    2   Outputs: 1.
  • Onkyo TX-RZ840
    Inputs:
    1   Outputs: 0.

Front A/V Inputs

  • Pioneer Elite SC-LX701: HDMI, USB
  • Onkyo TX-RZ840: HDMI

Pioneer Elite SC-LX701

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Specifications

And in the end let us list all the available specifications of the receivers side-by-side.

BASICS Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ840
BrandPioneerOnkyo
SeriesElite
ModelSC-LX701TX-RZ840
TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
CountryEuropeEurope
Release Year20172019
AMPLIFIER Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ840
Channels9.29.2
Front Wide Channel Support
AmplifierClass D3 (Direct Energy HD)
Dynamic Audio Amplification
Non-Phase Shift Amplifier
VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) Front L/R Channels
THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2)
Continuous 6 Ω Rated
Certified 4 Ω Performance
Discrete Output Stage Circuitry
Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)
Bi-amp Capability
BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging)
AUDIO Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ840
Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineCirrus Logic (Quad Core) x 132-bit Digital Signal Processing Engines
DACESS SABRE32 Ultra (ES9016S)AKM AK4458
DAC Specs192 kHz/32 Bit384 kHz/32 Bit
Maximum Channel Processing11.211.2
Air Studios Monitor Certification
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Digital EX
THX Listening Modes
Surround EX
DTS:X
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
IMAX Enhanced
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD, Dolby TrueHDFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit up to 192 kHz
High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD, Dolby TrueHDFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD
Gapless Playback
DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
DSD via USB 2-ch Input 2-ch Input
DSD to PCM Converter
USB DAC
Jitter Reduction PQLS & PQFA PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF Audio
DTS Dialog Control
Dialog Enhancement
Dialog Normalization
Dialogue Lift via Dialog Enhancement
Sound Retriever Advanced
Sound Retriever AIR
Digital Noise Reduction
Tone Control All Channels All Channels
Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Sound Retriever Advanced Music Optimizer (bluetooth included)
High-resolution Music Enhancer
THX Processing Mode
Audyssey Dynamic EQ
Audyssey Dynamic Volume
Audyssey LFC
Audyssey Sub EQ HT
Audyssey DSX
Direct Mode
Pure Audio Mode
Pure Direct Analog Path Mode
Pure Direct Mode
Auto Surround
Optimum Surround
Advanced Surround11 + 1
Wide Surround
Front Stage Surround Advance
Headphone Surround
Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
Virtual Depth
Independent Subwoofer Outputs
CALIBRATION Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ840
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. MCACC Pro AccuEQ Advance with AccuReflex™
Manual MCACC
MCACC Memory3
Reflex Optimizer
Phase Control
Full Band Phase Control
Standing Wave Control
EQ Bands9-Band
Symmetric EQ
X-Curve
Distance Adjustment0.5 feet
Precision Distance
Polarity Check
Auto Subwoofer Crossover
VIDEO Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ840
Enhanced ARC
HDCP Version2.22.3
HDR10
HDR10+
Dynamic HDR
Dolby Vision
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
BT.2020 color space
QMS (Quick Media Switching)
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
QFT (Quick Frame transport)
3-D Ready
Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)
Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4) 1080p to 4K
Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite Component**, Composite
Component Video Upscaling
Analog to Analog Video conversion
Component Video Maximum Resolution1080i480i/576i
Stream Smoother
Pure Cinema
Video Parameter Adjustments
Super Resolution
isf Certified Calibration Control
CONNECTIVITY Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ840
MHL Input
DLNA 1.5
FireConnect
FlareConnect
Chromecast Built-In
DTS Play-Fi via Onkyo Music Control app
Works with Amazon Alexa
Works with SONOS
AirPlay AirPlay AirPlay 2 after firmware update
Apple Product Connection Made for iPhone, iPod and iPad (Airplay only) iPod, iPhone and iPad
Remote App iControlAV5 (for iOS and Android)Onkyo Controller and Music Control apps
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
Ethernet
Ethernet Switch
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth SBC, AAC SBC, AAC
HDBaseT Compatible
HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)7 (1 front)
HDMI Outputs2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
8K Inputs
USB Input1 Front1 (Rear)
USB DC Out Port
RCA Line Input66
RCA Line Output
XLR Line Inputs
Phono Input
Optical Inputs31
Optical Outputs
Coaxial Inputs21
Composite Video Input22
Composite Video Output
S-Video Input
S-Video Output
Component Video Input21
Component Video Output1
PC In
Multi-Channel Input
RCA Pre-Outs11.211.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)
XLR Pre-outs
Front A/V InputsHDMI, USBHDMI
Speaker A/B
Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
ZONES Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ840
Zones33
Powered Zones2 and 3 2 and 3
Zone 2 OutsHDMI, RCA Pre/Line OutHDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out (shared with Zone B Line out)
Zone 3 OutsRCA Pre/Line OutRCA Pre/Line Out
Whole House Mode
RS-232C Interface
+12V Trigger Output2 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA)1 (MAIN, 100 mA)
Remote (IR) Input/Output2 / 11 / 0
MISC Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ840
On-Screen DisplayIcon-based Graphical User Interface (GUI) Graphical User Interface with Overlaid On-Screen Display (OSD) via HDMI
GUI Languages99
AVNavigator
IP Control for CI
PreAmp Mode
Versatile Speaker ConfigurationSurround Back/Height 1/Height 2/Speaker B/Bi-Amp/Zone 2/Zone 3
FL Dimmer
Function Rename
Detachable Power Cord
uport
adapterport
ONKYO-RI System Control
RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI)
Smart Grid-Ready
RADIO Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ840
Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM with RDS
Presets4040
Digital Radio
Internet Radio TuneIn TuneIn
Pandora
Spotify
Tidal
Deezer
Napster
SiriusXM Internet Radio
CONSTRUCTION Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ840
Front PanelBrushed
Solid Aluminum Front
Advanced Direct ConstructionAdvanced Direct Construction
Speaker Terminals119
Large Speaker Terminals119
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
Ceramic Speaker Terminals
3D Space Frame Construction
18mm Pitch High Grade Pre-outs
19mm-Pitch Audio Inputs
Gold plated RCA terminals
POWER Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ840
Power SupplyAC 220-230 V, 50/60 HzAC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Customized Transformer
Toroidal Transformer
Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
Transformer Stabilizer
Power Consumption310 W870 W
No Sound Power90 W70 W
Standby Power0.2 W0.15 W
GENERAL Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ840
ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
Auto Power Standby
Auto Power off
Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 185 mm x 441 mm
17-1/8" x 7-5/16" x 17-1/3"
435 mm x 201.5 mm x 398 mm
17-1/8" x 7-15/16" x 15-11/16"
Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)570 mm x 335 mm x 490 mm
22-7/16" x 13-3/16" x 19-5/16"
Weight15.3 kg (33.7 lbs)14 kg (30.9 lbs)
Weight of Package17.0 kg (37.5 lbs)
Warranty3 Years Parts & Labor3 Years
SPECS Pioneer Elite SC-LX701 Onkyo TX-RZ840
Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2135 W (0.08% THD)
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2175 W (1.0% THD)
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)185 W (1% THD)
Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)180 W (1% THD)
Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 2220 W (1.0% THD)
Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)250 W (1% THD)
Maximum Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)320 W (10% THD)
Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1.0%)760 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1.0%)
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
THD0.04% (1 kHz, 100 W)0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/82 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ3.5 mV/47 kΩ
Rated Preout Level and Impedance1 V/470 kΩ1 V/470 Ω
Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance43 Ω
Rated Headphone Power Output57 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)85 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz, 0.5%)70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)107 dB106 dB
S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)90 dB80 dB
Frequency Response (Analog In)5 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
DSD Sampling Rates via USB11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 MHz
Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/PR)
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)
Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/nIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
Bluetooth Version4․1 + LE4․2
Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
HDMI Output Type5 V, 55 mA
USB TerminalUSB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 1 AVer. 2.0, 5 V, 1 A
Extension Terminal
FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)
AM Frequency522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz

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

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