Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Edifier W80
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
Edifier W80
The Edifier W80 headphones receive mostly positive feedback, praised for excellent noise cancellation, sound quality, and comfort at a competitive price. Some users note a loose fit that can be problematic during exercise and a slightly low maximum volume. Overall, they are considered a great value, offering near top-tier performance for significantly less money.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Great sound quality for the price
- Comfortable for long wear
- Long battery life
- Good value for money
Cons
- Loose fit for some users
- Low maximum volume
- Falls off during exercise
- Footstep thumping sounds like bass
- Low build quality feel
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Edifier W80 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.30 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | memory foam ear pads wrapped in soft, skin-friendly leather |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 30 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | LDAC, 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 | Edifier W80 Over Ear Headphones with -49dB Active Noise Cancelling, LDAC Hi-Res Wired & Wireless, AI Clear Call, Fast Charging, Multipoint Connection, Bluetooth V5.4 - Black | Edifier W80 Over Ear Hea |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 65 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | 15 min for 10 hrs |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | ✔ |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | ✔ |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
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
Edifier W80
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 36 specs.