TALIX H30
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
What Buyers Say
TALIX H30
These over-ear Bluetooth ANC headphones offer excellent value for the price, with many users praising the sound quality, comfort, and impressive battery life. The active noise cancellation is highly effective, though some users report issues like static noise on one side or the ANC turning off when not connected via Bluetooth. Durability concerns exist, with a few users experiencing frame breakage after extended use, but overall satisfaction remains high given the low cost.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Impressive battery life
- Effective noise cancellation
Cons
- ANC turns off without Bluetooth
- Static noise on one side with ANC
- Frame breaks after extended use
- Tight fit causes headaches
- ANC button instead of switch
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
| TALIX H30 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | protein leather | Leather |
| Headband | — | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Adjustable Headband, Built-In Voice Assistant, Foldable, Noise Cancellation, Volume Control | 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 | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 110 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 min for 4 hours playback | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Built-In Voice Assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | App | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
TALIX H30
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong comfort (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
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
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 3 of 37 specs.
