Bowers & Wilkins PX8 McLaren Edition
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002
What Buyers Say
Bowers & Wilkins PX8 McLaren Edition
The Bowers & Wilkins PX8 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, luxurious build materials like Napa leather and metal, and comfortable fit. Many users consider them a significant upgrade over competitors like Sony XM5 and Bose, praising the clear, balanced audio and effective noise cancellation. However, a few reviewers note issues with high price, heavy weight causing discomfort over long periods, a strong chemical smell initially, and subpar noise cancellation compared to Bose. One user reported a charging defect and returned the product.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Luxurious build materials (Napa leather, metal)
- Comfortable fit for long sessions
- Effective noise cancellation
- Clear and balanced audio
Cons
- High price point
- Heavy weight causes discomfort over time
- Strong chemical smell initially
- Noise cancellation inferior to Bose
- Charging defect reported
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, premium materials, and outstanding comfort. Users praise the natural, balanced audio signature and effective noise cancellation, though some note the high price and minor connectivity quirks. A few reviewers compare them favorably to competitors like Sennheiser Momentum 4 and Focal, highlighting superior build and sound neutrality.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium materials and build
- Outstanding comfort for long wear
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
Cons
- High price point
- No D/A converter
- Midrange lacking for some
- Connectivity issues with Windows volume control
- Default sound modes initially unappealing
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins PX8 McLaren Edition | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.32 kg | 0.28 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | memory foam |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | aluminium |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | carbon cone | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 24 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 95 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 McLaren Edition Over-Ear Wireless Headphones, Advanced Active Noise Cancellation, 30-Hour Battery Life, 15-Min Quick Charging | AAC, aptX Adaptive, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | proprietary | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.1★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 40 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15 min for 7 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 1,200 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music App | — |
| Water Resistance | — | IP53 |
Pros & Cons
Bowers & Wilkins PX8 McLaren Edition
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong mic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong sound (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong connectivity (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average build (35th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 78 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 37 specs.
