Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
ChanGeek CGS-W6
What Buyers Say
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, build materials, and comfort. Reviewers consistently praise the detailed, immersive audio with excellent instrument separation and balanced bass, though some note the ANC is slightly behind Bose and Sony. A few users mention the high price and minor comfort issues with the headband, but most agree the premium experience justifies the cost.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality and detail
- Excellent build quality and premium materials
- Very comfortable for long listening sessions
- Great instrument separation and soundstage
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price point
- ANC not as good as Bose or Sony
- Headband comfort issues for some users
- Strong clamping force for some
- Bass not as punchy as competitors
ChanGeek CGS-W6
These headphones are praised for comfort, sound clarity, and the extra-long cord, making them ideal for TV watching without disturbing others. However, durability is a recurring concern, with several users reporting breakage within months to a couple of years, often at the earpiece or plug. The seller's warranty service is noted as excellent, but the short lifespan leaves many disappointed.
Pros
- Comfortable fit
- Clear sound quality
- Extra-long cord
- Easy plug-and-play setup
- Good value for the price
Cons
- Fragile earpiece connection
- Short lifespan (months to 2 years)
- Plug tip breaks off
- Loose TV connection causes sound cutouts
- Sound fades on one side
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308 | ChanGeek CGS-W6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg | 0.29 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | — |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 24 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 103 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive | Adjustable Headband, Foldable, Noise Isolation |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | proprietary active noise cancellation | — |
| Transparency | ✗ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | — | 1.5 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes★ | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | — |
| Water Resistance | — | Waterproof |
Pros & Cons
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
ChanGeek CGS-W6
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (72nd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
ChanGeek CGS-W6 offers 10.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 35 specs.
