OneOdio Focus A10
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
What Buyers Say
OneOdio Focus A10
The OneOdio headphones are praised for their excellent sound quality, comfort, and effective noise cancellation, especially given the affordable price. However, several users report significant microphone issues during calls, with static and poor clarity making them unsuitable for meetings. The battery life and included carrying case are also highlighted as strong positives.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable for long wear
- Effective noise cancellation
- Great battery life
- Affordable price
Cons
- Microphone static on calls
- Poor microphone clarity for meetings
- Transparency mode too loud
- Ambient mode has constant white noise
- ANC only adequate, not exceptional
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
| OneOdio Focus A10 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | protein | Leather |
| Headband | adjustable headband | 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 | With Microphone,Detachable Cable,Active Noice Cancelling | 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 | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 62 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes fast charge provides 2 hours of listening time | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 5 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| App | OneOdio | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
OneOdio Focus A10
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong mic (85th percentile)85th %ile
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
OneOdio Focus A10
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 40 specs.
