Linsoul SIMGOT EP5
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
What Buyers Say
Linsoul SIMGOT EP5
The SIMGOT EP5 headphones are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality, comfort, and build quality, especially considering their affordable price. Users highlight the clear highs and mids, punchy bass, and the ability to perform well without an amplifier. While some note the lack of a microphone and a missing spatial audio adapter as drawbacks, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many recommending them as a great value for gaming and music.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Great value for money
- Clear highs and mids
- Punchy bass
Cons
- No microphone included
- Missing spatial audio adapter
- No ear cup swivel
- Not neutral tuning out of box
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
The Bowers & Wilkins PX8 S2 headphones are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, premium build, and comfort. Users highlight the detailed, balanced audio, luxurious materials, and effective ANC, though some note that ANC is not the best in class and the price is high. A few minor complaints include the bulky case, control placement, and call quality, but overall, these are considered top-tier headphones for audiophiles.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium build materials
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price
- ANC not best in class
- Bulky carrying case
- Controls placement awkward
- Call quality average
Scores
Specifications
| Linsoul SIMGOT EP5 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✗ |
| Weight | — | 0.30 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | leather | Leather |
| Headband | stainless steel and ABS | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 50 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 113 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Linsoul SIMGOT EP5 Over-Ear Headphones, 50mm Ultra-Magnetic Drivers, Innovative Closed-Back HiFi Monitor, Dual 3.5mm TRS Detachable Cable, Lightweight Gaming Wired Headset for PC/Mobile | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC |
| Surround | — | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancelling & Transparency Mode, High-Res Playback, 30H Playtime with Quick Charge Support, Bluetooth Headphones, Onyx Black | Bowers |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | — | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| App | — | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Linsoul SIMGOT EP5
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (72nd percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
Pricing
Linsoul SIMGOT EP5
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 38 specs.
