Pioneer AVIC-8200NEX or the Kenwood Excelon DNX893S? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Lawdog86 · 10-09-2016, 10:09 AM

I plan to upgrade my BA system for JL Audio's ZR 650 CSi's in the front and the 6.5 inch Coaxial C5 650x's in the rear powered by the XD 400 amp, Im currently running a 12W7 of of the 1000 slash amp. I plan to also upgrade the current radio, I have not decided if I will go with Ofer's plug in play MyLink or go with the new RadioPro PAC system. Which receiver is better and why, I'm leaning towards the Pioneer system. Any complaint's or suggestions with my planned audio up grade? Thanks as always guys, this forum is the best!

Skyset · 10-09-2016, 11:17 AM

8200NEX

Lawdog86 · 10-09-2016, 11:34 AM

Thanks SkySet, thats were Im leaning if i go with the Pac system, still waiting to see how all the bugs get worked out, and how hard of a DIY it will be.

Skyset · 10-09-2016, 01:08 PM

I hear ya. I just bought the 7200NEX with the Scosche kit. I think what really sets the NEX systems apart is how the GPS also have live traffic updates to re-route you if there any accident/delay/etc

baum · 10-10-2016, 06:40 AM

they both are good units. what i would recommend is to o to a store that may have both and play with them. you may find you you like one more than the other. some people like the UI of one better than the other.

rydahog · 10-10-2016, 07:51 AM

also check out the warranty ,,the kenwood has a 2yr..parts n labor..pioneer 1yr..in case that matters to you.? also the dual usb ports for cells on kenwood.pairing of 2 cells at same time. just an fyi..

Snoman · 10-10-2016, 09:14 AM

Head units today - decisions usually boil down to personal user preferences. One can pair 2 phones, one has great GPS, one has X feature, the other has a Y feature. As others have stated, you need to compare the features list side by side and decide which ones are important to you personally.

Warranties are overrated in car audio, especially in non-speaker applications. Purchase using AMEX (or other CC) that offers performance guarantees and double OEM warranty after finding a good vendor that backs their merchandise and save a mountain of cash.

sdmaro · 10-10-2016, 09:37 AM

Like stated above, the pioneer has a ton of great features and the kenwood looks more aesthetically pleasing.

Lawdog86 · 10-10-2016, 09:53 AM

Thanks guys, my car has been in storage for 4 years and it will be another year before i can ship it to my next assignment, I'm planning a lot of cosmetic upgrades and the radio is one. Thank you guys for the advice!

Skyset · 10-20-2016, 06:31 PM

Got my 7200NEX yesterday man! I'm so happy with it. You definitely want this over the Kenwood

patternpilot · 10-20-2016, 07:29 PM

I don't have any experience with the Kenwood, my AVH-X5800BHS will pair with two cell phones but only has one usb port which now is connected to the usb port in the box next to the driver which has a flash drive in it with my music, leaving no spare unless I remove the drive. But then I never had a spare before.

cybercoaster · 11-24-2016, 04:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skyset

Got my 7200NEX yesterday man! I'm so happy with it. You definitely want this over the Kenwood

Are you still happy with it? Issues?

I was just looking but with the PAC unit! Was between the Kenwood dnx773s unit as well but think I am going with the 7200NEX given the apps you can load.

Did you splice the factory wires or use some adapter? Any tips?

I am prob going to order this week.

Thanks!

rdsesq · 05-18-2017, 10:38 AM

Anybody using the AVIC-8200NEX or the AVIC-8201NEX with a backup camera?
If so, do the factory backup sensors still work as well?

Really liking the 8200/8201 interface, much more iphone'esque than the kenwood. But, that is just personal preference. About ready to pull the trigger on the 8201, but, haven't seen an answer to the backup sensor item in the threads. (Although, might have missed it.)

If you are interested in the install you can follow it on instagram http://www.instagram.com/rdsesq

ZX1truth · 05-18-2017, 05:26 PM

I've always gone with the Pioneer NEX head units and had phenom success with them! Love em!

10-09-2016, 10:09 AM	#1
Lawdog86 Drives: 2011 2SS Black w/Orange Stripes Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, IN Posts: 308	Pioneer AVIC-8200NEX or the Kenwood Excelon DNX893S? I plan to upgrade my BA system for JL Audio's ZR 650 CSi's in the front and the 6.5 inch Coaxial C5 650x's in the rear powered by the XD 400 amp, Im currently running a 12W7 of of the 1000 slash amp. I plan to also upgrade the current radio, I have not decided if I will go with Ofer's plug in play MyLink or go with the new RadioPro PAC system. Which receiver is better and why, I'm leaning towards the Pioneer system. Any complaint's or suggestions with my planned audio up grade? Thanks as always guys, this forum is the best!

10-10-2016, 09:14 AM	#7
Snoman H-Town Camaro Club Drives: 2013 Dusk Edition 2SS/M6/Sun/NPP Join Date: May 2014 Location: Houston Posts: 2,234 View My Garage	Head units today - decisions usually boil down to personal user preferences. One can pair 2 phones, one has great GPS, one has X feature, the other has a Y feature. As others have stated, you need to compare the features list side by side and decide which ones are important to you personally. Warranties are overrated in car audio, especially in non-speaker applications. Purchase using AMEX (or other CC) that offers performance guarantees and double OEM warranty after finding a good vendor that backs their merchandise and save a mountain of cash. __________________ H-Town Camaro Club / HTCC Facebook / 2013 Dusk Registry

10-10-2016, 09:37 AM	#8
sdmaro Drives: 2011 LS Camaro Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Miami Posts: 566	Like stated above, the pioneer has a ton of great features and the kenwood looks more aesthetically pleasing. __________________ Exhaust: Magnaflow catback/x-pipe, Injen SRI, BBK Headers w/ no cats Suspension: BC BR Coilovers Cosmetics: ZL1 front conversion, AAC plasma afterburners 2.0, GFX rear, Interior: AAC red footwells, ZL1 shifter boot/knob, suede center console

10-20-2016, 06:31 PM	#10
Skyset Drives: 2017 Camaro 2SS Coupe Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mississauga, Ontario Posts: 358	Got my 7200NEX yesterday man! I'm so happy with it. You definitely want this over the Kenwood Attached Images

10-20-2016, 07:29 PM	#11
patternpilot Drives: 2012 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Tri-Cities WA. Posts: 928 View My Garage	I don't have any experience with the Kenwood, my AVH-X5800BHS will pair with two cell phones but only has one usb port which now is connected to the usb port in the box next to the driver which has a flash drive in it with my music, leaving no spare unless I remove the drive. But then I never had a spare before. __________________ There's more to life than gas mileage LS3, Whipple, Custom Comp Cam, springs, pushrods, timing set, CAI intake, Apex cold air scoop, Doug Thorley TRI-Y headers, Billet Custom Products baffled Valve covers, Mighty Mouse Catch can, ADM FPCM, ZL1 fuel pump, MSD boost-a-pump, Hex Vent hood vents, ProSport gauges(fuel pressure, AFR, Boost), Corsa, 100 cell Cats. Jannetty remote tuned, Pfadt trailing arms, all parts user installed. No Dyno yet. Manual trans. 3.45 gears.

10-09-2016, 11:17 AM	#2
Skyset Drives: 2017 Camaro 2SS Coupe Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mississauga, Ontario Posts: 358	8200NEX

10-09-2016, 11:34 AM	#3
Lawdog86 Drives: 2011 2SS Black w/Orange Stripes Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, IN Posts: 308	Thanks SkySet, thats were Im leaning if i go with the Pac system, still waiting to see how all the bugs get worked out, and how hard of a DIY it will be.

10-09-2016, 01:08 PM	#4
Skyset Drives: 2017 Camaro 2SS Coupe Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mississauga, Ontario Posts: 358	I hear ya. I just bought the 7200NEX with the Scosche kit. I think what really sets the NEX systems apart is how the GPS also have live traffic updates to re-route you if there any accident/delay/etc

10-10-2016, 06:40 AM	#5
baum Drives: 2013 1LS, 2013 Ram 1500 Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Minneapolis, mn Posts: 645	they both are good units. what i would recommend is to o to a store that may have both and play with them. you may find you you like one more than the other. some people like the UI of one better than the other.

10-10-2016, 07:51 AM	#6
rydahog Drives: camaro ss Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: usa Posts: 2,166 View My Garage	also check out the warranty ,,the kenwood has a 2yr..parts n labor..pioneer 1yr..in case that matters to you.? also the dual usb ports for cells on kenwood.pairing of 2 cells at same time. just an fyi..

10-10-2016, 09:53 AM	#9
Lawdog86 Drives: 2011 2SS Black w/Orange Stripes Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, IN Posts: 308	Thanks guys, my car has been in storage for 4 years and it will be another year before i can ship it to my next assignment, I'm planning a lot of cosmetic upgrades and the radio is one. Thank you guys for the advice!

05-18-2017, 10:38 AM	#13
rdsesq Drives: 2013 Rally Yellow SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Cali Posts: 60 View My Garage	Anybody using the AVIC-8200NEX or the AVIC-8201NEX with a backup camera? If so, do the factory backup sensors still work as well? Really liking the 8200/8201 interface, much more iphone'esque than the kenwood. But, that is just personal preference. About ready to pull the trigger on the 8201, but, haven't seen an answer to the backup sensor item in the threads. (Although, might have missed it.) If you are interested in the install you can follow it on instagram http://www.instagram.com/rdsesq

05-18-2017, 05:26 PM	#14
ZX1truth Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2010 Location: USA Posts: 592	I've always gone with the Pioneer NEX head units and had phenom success with them! Love em! __________________ LME built LSX427 w/t all Callies internals\| AGP 65/65 TT \| Holley Sniper Intake \| Brodix BR3/LME custom ported \| LME custom cam \| Pro EFI 112 ECU \| ID-1700x \| NGK BR7EF \| AGP's-Fore Triple Fuel pump \| Monster LT1-S Triple \| ZL1 3.23 diff, CF driveshaft, ZL1 axles \| Hurst Line Lock \| MGW Retro Short Throw \| Pfadt solid subframe mounts \| Prothane Motor Mounts \| Revshift Poly Trans insert \| Ground Control camber/caster plates \| Accelerated Racing Solutions tuned\| God is too good! I don't deserve it, but I sure will accept it!!!