Onkyo TX-RZ3100 vs Pioneer SC-LX901

      Onkyo TX-RZ3100

      Pioneer SC-LX901
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      Highlights

      • 11.2 Channels
      • 11.1 Channel Processing
      • 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • THX™Select™2 Plus Certified
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 11.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Onkyo TX-RZ3100
      4. Advantage of Pioneer SC-LX901
      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 Onkyo TX-RZ3100 to Pioneer SC-LX901 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 11 channel amplifiers with Onkyo TX-RZ3100's being equally powerful..


      Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901

      Onkyo TX-RZ3100 was introduced in 2016 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 11 channel amplifier with 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K video signal.

      Pioneer SC-LX901 was introduced in 2017 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 11 channel amplifier with 140 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.

      We evaluated Onkyo TX-RZ3100 and Pioneer SC-LX901 and gave them scores of 92 and 91 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.

      Onkyo TX-RZ3100

      Pioneer SC-LX901

      Amplifier
      96
      Amplifier
      94
      Audio Features
      89
      Audio Features
      89
      Video Features
      92
      Video Features
      93
      Connectivity
      89
      Connectivity
      88
      Zones
      91
      Zones
      92
      Radio
      92
      Radio
      92
      OVERALL
      92
      OVERALL
      91

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Onkyo TX-RZ3100 and Pioneer SC-LX901.

      PROS

      Onkyo TX-RZ3100

      Pioneer SC-LX901

      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   THX™ Certification
      •   11.1 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
      •   8 HDMI 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
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   11.2 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
      •   8 HDMI 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
      •   Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer

      CONS

      Onkyo TX-RZ3100

      Pioneer SC-LX901

      •   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 Digital Radio
      •   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 Digital Radio


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

      AVERAGE

      Onkyo TX-RZ3100

      Pioneer SC-LX901

      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE

      3. Advantage of Onkyo TX-RZ3100

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-RZ3100 over Pioneer SC-LX901.

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      Onkyo TX-RZ3100 vs Pioneer SC-LX901
      THX™ Certification Select™2 Plus vs
      Higher DAC Specs 384 kHz/32 Bit for Front L/R
      768 kHz/32 Bit for Other Channels
      192kHz/24 Bit for Zone 2 and Zone 3      		 vs 192 kHz/32 Bit
      Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional) vs
      DLNA 1.5 vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 after firmware update vs AirPlay
      Solid Aluminum Front vs

      4. Advantage of Pioneer SC-LX901

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer SC-LX901 over Onkyo TX-RZ3100.

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      Onkyo TX-RZ3100 vs Pioneer SC-LX901
      Bi-amp capability vs Front, Center, Surround, SP-B
      Air Studios Monitor Certification vs
      Dialog Enhancement vs
      Dialogue Lift vs via Dialog Enhancement
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K vs up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite vs Component**, Composite
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI vs HDMI, USB
      Speaker A/B vs
      +12V Trigger Output 1 (MAIN, 100 mA) vs 2 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 0 vs 2 / 1
      Gold plated RCA terminals vs

      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 Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
        Many Channels11.211.2
        High Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Channel Processing11.111.2
        Dolby Atmos
        DTS:X
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. AccuEQ with AccuReflex™ MCACC Pro
        HDR10
        Dolby Vision
        New HDCP Version2.2 (5 inputs / 2 outputs)2.2
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite Component**, Composite
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC SBC, AAC
        Chromecast Built-In
        Many HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        USB Input1 (Rear)1 Front
        Many RCA Line Inputs66
        Phono Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.211.2
        Composite Video Inputs22
        Component Video Inputs22
        Ethernet
        Zones33
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
      WEAKNESSES Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
        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 Passthroughup to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
        Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901

      11 channel Amplifier: Onkyo TX-RZ3100 features 11 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      11 channel Class D3 (Direct Energy HD) Amplifier: Pioneer SC-LX901 features 11 channel power amplifier with Class D3 design (Direct Energy HD). It is rated at 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.
      • Dynamic Audio Amplification: Onkyo TX-RZ3100 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™2 Plus certification

      Onkyo TX-RZ3100 is THX™ Select™2 Plus certified. This means that it is ideally suited for a room where the screen-to-seat viewing distance is approximately 3 to 4 meters, and the room size is approximately 56 cubic meters.

      AMPLIFIER Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Channels11.211.2
      Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      THX™ Certification Select™2 Plus
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability Front, Center, Surround, SP-B

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      Onkyo TX-RZ3100's and Pioneer SC-LX901's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ3100: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
      • Pioneer SC-LX901: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
      • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ3100: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
      • Pioneer SC-LX901: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
      • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ3100: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Pioneer SC-LX901: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Bi-Amp: Onkyo TX-RZ3100 is able to bi-amp up to 2 and Pioneer SC-LX901 is able to bi-amp up to 4 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

      Onkyo TX-RZ3100 and Pioneer SC-LX901 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.

      DTS:X

      Onkyo TX-RZ3100 and Pioneer SC-LX901 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: Onkyo TX-RZ3100 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.
      AUDIO DECODING Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      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

      Onkyo TX-RZ3100 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

      Pioneer SC-LX901 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 MAIN and 1 SUB/ZONE 2.

      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4) video signal.
      • 4K Upscaling on Onkyo TX-RZ3100: It can upscale 1080p to 4K from HDMI and analog sources.
        4K Upscaling on Pioneer SC-LX901: It can upscale up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4) from HDMI sources.
      • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Onkyo TX-RZ3100 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 2.2 Copy Protection: Both receivers are 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)

      Both receivers support HDR10 and Dolby Vision. 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.



      VIDEO FEATURES Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.2 (5 inputs / 2 outputs)2.2
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Onkyo TX-RZ3100 and Pioneer SC-LX901 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: Onkyo TX-RZ3100 and Pioneer SC-LX901 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 11 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: 3 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs 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:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ3100
        Inputs:         8 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Pioneer SC-LX901
        Inputs:         8 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ3100
        Inputs:         2   Outputs: 0.
      • Pioneer SC-LX901
        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. Both receivers support up to 1080i resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ3100
        Inputs:         2   Outputs: 1.
      • Pioneer SC-LX901
        Inputs:         2   Outputs: 1.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Onkyo TX-RZ3100: HDMI
      • Pioneer SC-LX901: HDMI, USB

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      TERMINALS Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)8 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 (Rear)1 Front
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs33
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs22
      RCA Line Inputs66
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs11.211.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs22
      Composite Video Outputs
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs22
      Component Video Outputs11

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Onkyo TX-RZ3100 and Pioneer SC-LX901 and gave them scores of 92 and 91 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.


      Onkyo TX-RZ3100

      Pioneer SC-LX901

      OVERALL
      92
      OVERALL
      91

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      96
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   THX™ Certification
      EXCELLENT
      94
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W

      Audio Features

      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.1 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.2 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
      92
      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      EXCELLENT
      93
      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

      Connectivity

      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   No eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   No eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE

      Zones

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   3 Zones
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   3 Zones

      Radio

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

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      BrandOnkyoPioneer
      SeriesElite
      ModelTX-RZ3100SC-LX901
      TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
      CountryNorth AmericaNorth America
      Release Year20162017
      PredecessorOnkyo TX-NR3030 Pioneer SC-99
      SuccessorPioneer SC-LX904
      AMPLIFIER Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Channels11.211.2
      Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Amplifier DesignClass D3 (Direct Energy HD)
      Dynamic Audio Amplification
      Non-Phase Shift Amplifier
      VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) All Channels
      Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
      THX™ Certification Select™2 Plus
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Discrete Output Stage Circuitry
      Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)
      Bi-amp Capability Front, Center, Surround, SP-B
      BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging)
      AUDIO FEATURES Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine32-bit Digital Signal Processing EnginesCirrus Logic (Quad Core) x 1
      DACAKM AK4490 Stereo DAC for Front L/R
      2 AKM AK4458 Multichannel DACs (x2) for Other Channels
      AKM AK4388 Stereo DACs (x2) for Zone 2 and Zone 3      		ESS SABRE32 Ultra (ES9016S)
      DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit for Front L/R
      768 kHz/32 Bit for Other Channels
      192kHz/24 Bit for Zone 2 and Zone 3      		192 kHz/32 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing11.111.2
      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
      Network Audio FormatsFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, MPEG-4 AAC, LPCM
      Music Playback via USBFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHDMP3, 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 USBFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHDApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD, 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 PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF Audio PQLS & PQFA
      DTS Dialogue 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 Music Optimizer Advanced Sound Retriever
      High-resolution Music Enhancer
      THX Processing Mode
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume
      Audyssey LFC
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT
      Audyssey DSX
      Phase-Matching Bass Boost
      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 Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. AccuEQ with AccuReflex™ MCACC Pro
      Manual MCACC
      MCACC Memory3
      Reflex Optimizer
      Phase Control
      Auto Phase Control Plus
      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 FEATURES Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.2 (5 inputs / 2 outputs)2.2
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite Component**, Composite
      Component Video Upscaling
      Analog to Analog Video conversion
      Component Video Maximum Resolution1080i1080i
      Stream Smoother
      Pure Cinema
      Video Parameter Adjustments
      Super Resolution
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth SBC, AAC SBC, AAC
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Chromecast Built-In
      Works with SonoS requires firmware update & Sonos Connect
      DTS Play-Fi
      MHL Input
      DLNA 1.5
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 after firmware update AirPlay
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad Made for iPhone, iPod and iPad (Airplay only)
      Remote AppOnkyo Remote App for iPod touch/iPhone and Android-Powered Devices iControlAV5 (for iOS and Android)
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)8 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 (Rear)1 Front
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs33
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs22
      RCA Line Inputs66
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs11.211.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs22
      Composite Video Outputs
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs22
      Component Video Outputs11
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsHDMIHDMI, USB
      Speaker A/B
      Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      uport
      adapterport
      ZONES Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Number of Zones33
      Powered Zones 2 and 32 and 3
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, RCA Pre/Line OutHDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out
      Zone 3 OutsRCA Pre/Line OutRCA Pre/Line Out
      Whole House Mode
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output1 (MAIN, 100 mA)2 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 02 / 1
      MISCELLANEOUS Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      On-Screen Display Graphical User Interface with Overlaid On-Screen Display (OSD) via HDMI with Quick Setup FunctionIcon-based Graphical User Interface (GUI)
      GUI Languages7
      AV Navigator
      IP Control
      PreAmp Mode
      Versatile Speaker ConfigurationSurround Back/Height 1/Height 2/Speaker B/Bi-Amp/Zone 2/Zone 3
      FL Dimmer
      Function Rename
      ONKYO-RI System Control
      RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI)
      Pre-Pro/Learning Remote /
      Smart Grid-Ready
      RADIO Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
      Presets4040
      Digital Radio
      Internet Radio TuneIn TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Front PanelBrushed
      Solid Aluminum Front
      ConstructionAdvanced Direct Construction
      Speaker Terminals1111
      Large Speaker Terminals1111
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      3D Space Frame Construction
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Customized High-Output Transformer
      Toroidal Transformer
      Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
      Transformer Stabilizer
      Power Consumption340 W340 W
      No Sound Power100 W90 W
      Standby Power0.15 W0.15 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power Standby
      Auto Power off
      PHYSICAL Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 201 mm x 453 mm
      17-1/8" x 7-15/16" x 17-13/16"      		435 mm x 185 mm x 441 mm
      17-1/8" x 7-5/16" x 17-1/3"
      Weight19.5 kg (43.0 lbs)18.0 kg (39.7 lbs)
      SPECIFICATIONS Onkyo TX-RZ3100 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)140 W (0.08% THD)
      Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)140 W (0.08% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)200 W (1.0% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)200 W (0.9% THD)200 W (1% THD)
      Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven)255 W (1.0% THD)
      Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)280 W (1% THD)
      Maximum Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)340 W (10% THD)
      Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive880 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1.0%)
      Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)320 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)270 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)160 W
      THD0.04% (1 kHz, 100 W)0.04% (1 kHz, 100 W)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/82 kΩ200 mV/82 kΩ
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ3.5 mV/47 kΩ
      Rated Preout Level and Impedance1 V/330 Ω1 V/470 kΩ
      Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance43 Ω43 Ω
      Rated Headphone Power Output57 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)57 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)108 dB108 dB
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)90 dB90 dB
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
      DSD Sampling Rates via USB2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 MHz11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 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/PR)
      1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
      Video Frequency Response5 Hz - 100 MHz/+0 dB, -3 dB (Component)
      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 + LE4․1 + LE
      Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
      HDMI TerminalOUT: 55 mA
      HDMI Output Type5 V, 55 mA
      USB TerminalVer. 2.0, 5 V, 1 AUSB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 1 A
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
      AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz530 kHz - 1710 kHz
      Warranty3 Years3 Years Parts & Labor

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

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