Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
TANCHIJIM RITA
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
TANCHIJIM RITA
The Tanchjim RITA wireless headphones deliver impressive sound quality and battery life for their price, with a highly customizable app that lets users fine-tune the audio to their liking. However, the active noise cancellation is mediocre compared to flagship models, and the ear pads are not replaceable. Wired use disables ANC and EQ, and the transparency mode can be sluggish. Overall, these are a strong first-generation product that punches above its weight class, especially for those who enjoy tweaking sound profiles.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Highly customizable app with parametric EQ
- Outstanding battery life (51-92 hours)
- Premium packaging and design
- Comfortable for long sessions
Cons
- Mediocre active noise cancellation
- Non-replaceable ear pads
- Wired mode disables ANC and EQ
- Transparency mode can be sluggish
- Ear cups may be small for large ears
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | TANCHIJIM RITA | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | — |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | synthetic leather, high-density, plush foam |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | SBC, LDAC |
| 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 | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 6.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 92 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 | TANCHJIM App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
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
TANCHIJIM RITA
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong anc (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
No current pricing available
TANCHIJIM RITA
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 37 specs.
