Zildjian ALCHEM-E ZXHP0022
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
What Buyers Say
Zildjian ALCHEM-E ZXHP0022
The Zildjian ALCHEM-E headphones receive high praise for their exceptional sound quality, robust build, and effective noise cancellation. Users appreciate the personalized hearing adjustment and long battery life, though some find the clamping force too strong for larger heads and the ear cups slightly small. The unique design and responsive customer service are also highlighted as major positives.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Personalized hearing adjustment
- Long battery life
- Premium build quality
Cons
- Strong clamping force for large heads
- Small ear cup openings
- Occlusion effect when moving
- Gold knob design is tacky
- No transparency mode
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, build materials, and comfort. Reviewers consistently praise the detailed, immersive audio with excellent instrument separation and balanced bass, though some note the ANC is slightly behind Bose and Sony. A few users mention the high price and minor comfort issues with the headband, but most agree the premium experience justifies the cost.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality and detail
- Excellent build quality and premium materials
- Very comfortable for long listening sessions
- Great instrument separation and soundstage
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price point
- ANC not as good as Bose or Sony
- Headband comfort issues for some users
- Strong clamping force for some
- Bass not as punchy as competitors
Scores
Specifications
| Zildjian ALCHEM-E ZXHP0022 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.37 kg | 0.31 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | leatherette | Leather |
| Headband | — | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 7 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 4700 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 94 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | 2 Levels of Active Noise Canceling | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.7999999523162842 m | — |
| Range | 15 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 45 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Fast Charging | — | Yes★ |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 680 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | Zildjian | Bowers & Wilkins Music app |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
Zildjian ALCHEM-E ZXHP0022
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong sound (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong anc (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong battery (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
Verdict
Scores 79 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 40 specs.