Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Sony MDR-ZX110NC
What Buyers Say
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
Sony MDR-ZX110NC
These Sony noise-cancelling headphones are praised for their great value at a low price, effectively blocking background noise in offices and on planes. However, some users report that the noise cancellation is finicky and requires precise positioning, and a few complain about poor sound quality or missing features like a microphone. Overall, most buyers find them comfortable and durable for the cost.
Pros
- Great value for low price
- Effective noise cancellation when positioned correctly
- Comfortable fit
- Lightweight design
- Durable ear pads over years
Cons
- Noise cancellation finicky without precise positioning
- Sound quality described as tinny by some
- Feels flimsy in build
- Missing microphone despite description
- Requires AAA battery for noise cancellation
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Sony MDR-ZX110NC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.15 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | — |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | neodymium |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 220 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | Sony MDR-ZX110NC Extra Bass Noise-Cancelling Headphones with Neodymium Magnets & 30mm Drivers, Black (Renewed) |
| 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 | 1.2200000286102295 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 80 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 | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
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
Sony MDR-ZX110NC
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong anc (73rd percentile)
- Strong social proof (69th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 36 specs.