Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304 vs Onkyo TX-SR343 review

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The Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304 vs Onkyo TX-SR343 comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.

Amplifier

The number of channels for receivers is different - 9.2 versus 5.1, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the Elite VSX-LX304 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 100/8, 225/6, while the TX-SR343 has a power of 100/6. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.08%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the Elite VSX-LX304 received the model AK4458 384 KHz/32-bit, but the TX-SR343 is equipped with TI Burr-Brown 192 KHz/24-bit. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304. The model Elite VSX-LX304 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

Wireless Internet connection via WIFI is only possible with Elite VSX-LX304. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The Elite VSX-LX304 has access to the Spotify service. 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 Elite VSX-LX304 and the TX-SR343. Video scaling is only possible with the Elite VSX-LX304. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the Elite VSX-LX304.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the Elite VSX-LX304 has 7/2, and the TX-SR343 has 4/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the Elite VSX-LX304 and the TX-SR343. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. Elite VSX-LX304 and TX-SR343 support the standard HDCP 2.2. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304. There is an ECO mode in neither AV receiver. The Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the Elite VSX-LX304. Only in the Elite VSX-LX304 realized a DTS:X surround technology.