Pioneer VSX-LX505 vs Integra DRX-3.4

      Pioneer VSX-LX505

      Integra DRX-3.4
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      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 120 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)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough, 8K Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-LX505
      4. Advantage of Integra DRX-3.4
      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 Pioneer VSX-LX505 to Integra DRX-3.4 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 with Pioneer VSX-LX505's being more powerful.


      Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4

      Pioneer VSX-LX505 was introduced in 2021. 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 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K video signal.

      Integra DRX-3.4 was introduced in 2021. 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 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales from 1080p and 4K up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 50/60Hz video signal.

      We evaluated Pioneer VSX-LX505 and Integra DRX-3.4 and gave them scores of 93 and 92 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.

      Pioneer VSX-LX505

      Integra DRX-3.4

      Amplifier
      91
      Amplifier
      88
      Audio Features
      91
      Audio Features
      89
      Video Features
      100
      Video Features
      100
      Connectivity
      91
      Connectivity
      91
      Zones
      92
      Zones
      92
      Radio
      92
      Radio
      92
      OVERALL
      93
      OVERALL
      92

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Pioneer VSX-LX505 and Integra DRX-3.4.

      PROS

      Pioneer VSX-LX505

      Integra DRX-3.4

      •   High Power Output - 120 W
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   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
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   6 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   9.1 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   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
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      CONS

      Pioneer VSX-LX505

      Integra DRX-3.4

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No Digital Radio


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

      AVERAGE

      Pioneer VSX-LX505

      Integra DRX-3.4

      •   9.2 Channels
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 100 W
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      3. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-LX505

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer VSX-LX505 over Integra DRX-3.4.

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      Pioneer VSX-LX505
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      Pioneer VSX-LX505 vs Integra DRX-3.4
      Higher Power Output 120 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 11.2 vs 9.1
      Dialog Enhancement vs
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs vs
      USB Input 2 (1 Front) vs 1 (Rear)
      More RCA Pre-Outs 11.2 (barter to Zone 3 out) vs 9.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)
      More Speaker Terminals 11 vs 9
      More Large Speaker Terminals 11 vs 9
      Bigger Power Supply 850 W vs 750 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 120 W (0.08% THD) vs 100 W (0.08% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) 230 W (10% THD) vs 225 W (10% THD)
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      9.4 channel

      105 W

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      150 W

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      9.4 channel

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      7.2 channel

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      9.4 channel

      105 W

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      7.2 channel

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      80 W

      4. Advantage of Integra DRX-3.4

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Integra DRX-3.4 over Pioneer VSX-LX505.

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      Integra DRX-3.4
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      Pioneer VSX-LX505 vs Integra DRX-3.4
      Jitter Reduction vs PLL (Phase-Locked Loop) jitter-cleaning circuitry for SPDIF digital audio
      Virtual Speakers vs T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
      More 8K Inputs 6 vs 7
      More RCA Line Inputs 4 vs 7 (1 front)
      More Composite Video Inputs 2 vs 3 (1 front)
      +12V Trigger Output 2 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA) vs 3 (A:100 mA, B:25 mA, C:25 mA)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 1 vs 2 / 1
      More GUI Languages 7 vs 9
      Solid Aluminum Front vs
      Gold plated RCA terminals vs
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      9.2 channel

      120 W

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      7.2 channel

      110 W

      Integra DRX-5.4
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      120 W

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      9.4 channel

      105 W

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      105 W

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      7.2 channel

      100 W

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      110 W

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      7.2 channel

      80 W

      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 Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        Channel Processing11.29.1
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        DTS:X
        IMAX Enhanced
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Advanced MCACC and Dirac Live™ Room Correction Dirac Live™ and AccuEQ Advance Room Corrections
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dolby Vision
        HDMI Version2.12.1
        eARC
        New HDCP Version2.32.3
        Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        VRR
        QFT
        8K Passthroughup to 8K/60p RGB/YCbCr4:2:0/10-bit uncompressed or RGB/YCbCr4:4:4/12-bit compressed (TV needs DSC)up to 8K 48/50/60Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit and 4K 100/120Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit
        8K Upscaling 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K from 1080p and 4K up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 50/60Hz
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite Component**, Composite
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Google Assistant
        Chromecast Built-In
        Many HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)7 (1 front)
        Many 8K Inputs67
        USB Input2 (1 Front)1 (Rear)
        Phono Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.2 (barter to Zone 3 out)9.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)
        Composite Video Inputs23 (1 front)
        Component Video Inputs11
        Ethernet
        Zones33
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
      WEAKNESSES Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4

      9 channel Direct Energy Amplifier: Pioneer VSX-LX505 features 9 channel power amplifier with Direct Energy design. It is rated at 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      9 channel Amplifier: Integra DRX-3.4 features 9 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.


        AMPLIFIER Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        Channels9.29.2
        Power Output120 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 Front L/R Channels

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Pioneer VSX-LX505's and Integra DRX-3.4's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Pioneer VSX-LX505: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • Integra DRX-3.4: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Pioneer VSX-LX505: 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.
        • Integra DRX-3.4: 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:
        • Pioneer VSX-LX505: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Integra DRX-3.4: 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

        Pioneer VSX-LX505 and Integra DRX-3.4 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

        Pioneer VSX-LX505 and Integra DRX-3.4 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 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.

        IMAX Enhanced

        Pioneer VSX-LX505 and Integra DRX-3.4 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 Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic
        Dolby Digital 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

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        9. HDMI 2.1

        Pioneer VSX-LX505 comes with 6 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support and 1 inputs with 4K support. It has 2 outputs - 1 MAIN and 1 SUB/ZONE 2.

        Integra DRX-3.4 comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

        • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Pioneer VSX-LX505: 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/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Integra DRX-3.4: All inputs pass up to 8K 48/50/60Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit and 4K 100/120Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit video signal.
        • 8K Upscaling: Both receivers can upscale 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K from HDMI and analog sources.
        • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Both receivers support 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 both models).
        • 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)

        Pioneer VSX-LX505 and Integra DRX-3.4 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

        Both receivers support Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



        VIDEO FEATURES Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDMI Version2.12.1
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.32.3
        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 Passthroughup to 8K/60p RGB/YCbCr4:2:0/10-bit uncompressed or RGB/YCbCr4:4:4/12-bit compressed (TV needs DSC)up to 8K 48/50/60Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit and 4K 100/120Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit
        Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K from 1080p and 4K up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 50/60Hz

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Pioneer VSX-LX505 and Integra DRX-3.4 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Pioneer VSX-LX505 has 11.2 and Integra DRX-3.4 has 9.2 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, Pioneer VSX-LX505 has 11 channel processing but has only 9 channel amplifier, so it needs external amplifier connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach its maximum speaker configuration.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 4 pair of line inputs on Pioneer VSX-LX505 and 7 pair of line inputs on Integra DRX-3.4 for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available for digital audio connections on both receivers.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • Pioneer VSX-LX505
          Inputs:           7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)
          8K Inputs: 6.
        • Integra DRX-3.4
          Inputs:           7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
          8K Inputs: 7.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Pioneer VSX-LX505
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 0.
        • Integra DRX-3.4
          Inputs:           3   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. Both receivers support up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Pioneer VSX-LX505
          Inputs:           1   Outputs: 0.
        • Integra DRX-3.4
          Inputs:           1   Outputs: 0.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Pioneer VSX-LX505: HDMI, USB
        • Integra DRX-3.4: HDMI, Composite, L/R Audio

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        TERMINALS Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)7 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
        8K Inputs67
        USB Input2 (1 Front)1 (Rear)
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs11
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs11
        RCA Line Inputs47 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.2 (barter to Zone 3 out)9.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs23 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs11
        Component Video Outputs

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Pioneer VSX-LX505 and Integra DRX-3.4 and gave them scores of 93 and 92 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.


        Pioneer VSX-LX505

        Integra DRX-3.4

        OVERALL
        93
        OVERALL
        92

        Amplifier

        EXCELLENT
        91
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   High Power Output - 120 W
        EXCELLENT
        88
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   Power Output - 100 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        91
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   11.2 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI
        EXCELLENT
        89
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   9.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        100
        •   HDR10
        •   HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   HDMI 2.1
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   VRR
        •   QFT
        •   8K Passthrough
        •   8K Upscaling
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        EXCELLENT
        100
        •   HDR10
        •   HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   HDMI 2.1
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   VRR
        •   QFT
        •   8K Passthrough
        •   8K Upscaling
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

        Connectivity

        EXCELLENT
        91
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   Chromecast Built-In
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   3 HDMI Outputs
        •   6 8K Inputs
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2
        EXCELLENT
        91
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   Chromecast Built-In
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   3 HDMI Outputs
        •   7 8K Inputs
        •   USB Input
        •   Many RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2

        Zones

        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   3 Zones
        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   3 Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        BrandPioneerIntegra
        SeriesElite
        ModelVSX-LX505DRX-3.4
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryNorth AmericaNorth America
        Release Year20212021
        PredecessorPioneer VSX-LX504 Integra DRX-3.3
        AMPLIFIER Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        Channels9.29.2
        Power Output120 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
        Non-Phase Shift Amplifier
        VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) Front L/R
        Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability Front L/R Channels
        AUDIO FEATURES Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineDigital Quad-Core 32-bit DSP (Cirrus Logic) + Aureus™ Floating-Point DSP (TI)32-Bit DSP Chip for Advanced Processing
        DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing11.29.1
        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
        Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, LPCM, AIFF, DSDFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, MPEG-4 AAC, LPCM
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, LPCM, AIFF, DSDFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, LPCM
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz/24 bit up to 192 kHz
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSDFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC
        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 PLL (Phase-Locked Loop) jitter-cleaning circuitry for SPDIF digital audio
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift
        Sound Retriever Advanced (2ch)
        Sound Retriever AIR
        Digital noise Reduction
        Tone Control All Channels All Channels
        Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Sound Retriever Advanced Music Optimizer
        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 Mode
        Advanced Surround
        Front Stage Surround Advance
        Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
        Virtual Depth
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Advanced MCACC and Dirac Live™ Room Correction Dirac Live™ and AccuEQ Advance Room Corrections
        Calibration MicrophoneMCACC/Dirac Live Setup MIC
        Manual MCACC
        MCACC Memory1
        Reflex Optimizer
        Phase Control
        Auto Phase Control Plus
        Full Band Phase Control
        Standing Wave Control Multi-Point Standing Wave EQ
        VIDEO FEATURES Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDMI Version2.12.1
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.32.3
        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 Passthroughup to 8K/60p RGB/YCbCr4:2:0/10-bit uncompressed or RGB/YCbCr4:4:4/12-bit compressed (TV needs DSC)up to 8K 48/50/60Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit and 4K 100/120Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit
        Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K from 1080p and 4K up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 50/60Hz
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite Component**, Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        Component Video Maximum Resolution480i/576i480i/576i
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC, aptX, 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 via Integra Music Control App
        MHL Input
        Domotz Pro Compatible
        OvrC Compatible
        AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay 2
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad
        Remote AppPioneer Remote App Integra Remote Control App
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)7 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
        8K Inputs67
        USB Input2 (1 Front)1 (Rear)
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs11
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs11
        RCA Line Inputs47 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.2 (barter to Zone 3 out)9.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs23 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs11
        Component Video Outputs
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsHDMI, USBHDMI, Composite, L/R Audio
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        ZONES Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        Number of Zones33
        Powered Zones2 and 3 2 and 3
        Zone 2 OutsHDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out (shared with Zone B line out)HDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out (shared with Zone B Line out)
        Zone 3 OutsRCA Pre/Line OutRCA Pre/Line Out
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output2 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA)3 (A:100 mA, B:25 mA, C:25 mA)
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 12 / 1
        MISCELLANEOUS Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        On-Screen Display High-definition GUI over HDMI
        GUI Languages79
        AV Navigator
        IP Control
        Control4 SDDP
        FL Dimmer
        Remote ControllerRC-974R
        RADIO Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
        Presets4040
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio TuneIn TuneIn
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        Front PanelBrushedAnti-Resonant Aluminum Front Panel
        Solid Aluminum Front
        Speaker Terminals119
        Large Speaker Terminals119
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        3D Space Frame Construction
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        Rack Mount Kit AvailableIRK-155-3D
        POWER Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Massive High Power Transformer
        Toroidal Transformer
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption850 W750 W
        Standby Power0.1 W0.1 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        PHYSICAL Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 185 mm x 386 mm
        17-1/8" x 7-5/16" x 15-3/16"        		435 mm x 174 mm x 376.5 mm
        17-1/8" x 6-7/8" x 14-13/16"
        Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)541 mm x 310 mm x 487 mm
        21-5/16" x 12-3/16" x 19-3/16"        		560 mm x 305 mm x 467 mm
        22-1/16" x 12" x 18-3/8"
        Weight13.0 kg (28.7 lbs)11 kg (24.3 lbs)
        Weight of Package16.0 kg (35.3 lbs)13.5 kg (29.8 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS Pioneer VSX-LX505 Integra DRX-3.4
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)120 W (0.08% THD)100 W (0.08% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)230 W (10% THD)225 W (10% THD)
        Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)250 W250 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)220 W220 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)130 W130 W
        THD0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, half power)0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, half power)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ (Line)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ3.5 mV/47 kΩ
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance1 V/470 Ω1 V/470 Ω
        Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance8 Ω - 600 Ω8 Ω - 600 Ω
        Rated Headphone Power Output85 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)106 dB106 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)80 dB80 dB
        Frequency Response (Analog In)10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct)
        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 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)        		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/n/acIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version4․24․2
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalFront : Ver.2.0, 5 V/0.5 A
        Rear : Ver.2.0, 5V/1 A        		Ver. 2.0, 5 V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)
        AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz530 kHz - 1710 kHz
        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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