Turtle Beach Atlas Air TBS-5101-05
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
What Buyers Say
Turtle Beach Atlas Air TBS-5101-05
The Turtle Beach Atlas Air is a rare open-back wireless headset that delivers crisp, natural sound and an impressive soundstage, especially praised for immersive gaming. Comfort and lightweight design are standout features, though the microphone quality is average and the Swarm II software can be finicky with firmware updates. Some users report issues with the mic flip-to-mute sensor causing beeping or crashes, and the volume wheel is too aggressive. Overall, it's highly recommended for those seeking open-back wireless, but best bought on sale.
Pros
- Crisp natural sound
- Impressive soundstage
- Lightweight and comfortable
- Open-back design for immersion
- Good battery life
Cons
- Average microphone quality
- Swarm II software issues
- Firmware update problems
- Mic flip-to-mute sensor failure
- Aggressive volume wheel
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
| Turtle Beach Atlas Air TBS-5101-05 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Memory Foam | Leather |
| Headband | breathable mesh material | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Turtle Beach Atlas Air Wireless Open Back PC Gaming Headset - PC, PS5, PS4, Mobile - 24-bit High-Fidelity Audio, Broadcast Grade Mic, Bluetooth, Floating Earcup, Memory Foam Cushions, 50-Hr Battery | 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 | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.7999999523162842 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | quick charge | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| App | Swarm II | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Turtle Beach Atlas Air TBS-5101-05
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %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
Turtle Beach Atlas Air TBS-5101-05 offers 2.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 39 specs.
