Onkyo TX-RZ830 vs Pioneer VSX-LX504 – that is a question.
AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the TX-RZ830 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 180/6, while the VSX-LX504 has a power of 120/8, 230/6. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.08%.
Competitive models use the same DAC. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Onkyo TX-RZ830 and Pioneer VSX-LX504 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
These units have the same Wi-Fi modules. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The contenders have differences in the supported services from Apple - AirPlay versus AirPlay, AirPlay 2 respectively. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Onkyo TX-RZ830 works with Deezer, TIDAL, TuneIn Radio, but the Pioneer VSX-LX504 works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora.
The HDR10 function is present in each of the rivals. The quality of 4K/60Hz signal remains unchanged when transmitting from a source to a TV or projector via HDMI for both receivers. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the TX-RZ830 and the VSX-LX504. Video scaling is only possible with the VSX-LX504. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs is the same - 7/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the TX-RZ830 and the VSX-LX504. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. TX-RZ830 and VSX-LX504 support the standard HDCP 2.2. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.
Ability to create 3 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. For voice control in the TX-RZ830 is used Google Assistant, but in the VSX-LX504 is used Amazon Alexa. There is an ECO mode in neither AV receiver. The Onkyo TX-RZ830 and the Pioneer VSX-LX504 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available both models. A DTS:X surround technology is supported by devices from our comparison.