Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Red Horse BUTFULAKE GH1 BUTFULAKE
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
Red Horse BUTFULAKE GH1 BUTFULAKE
The Butfulake GH1 Gaming Headset receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its impressive audio quality, comfort, and multi-platform compatibility. Users highlight the clear sound, strong bass, and accurate positional audio as key strengths, along with the lightweight design and soft ear cushions. Minor drawbacks include the need for an adapter for older Xbox controllers and the USB port being limited to lighting only. Overall, it is considered an excellent value for the price.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Strong bass and clear mids/highs
- Accurate positional audio
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Needs adapter for older Xbox controllers
- USB port only for lighting
- Design not subtle for some users
- Slight pressure after hours of wear
- USB cable could be longer
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Red Horse BUTFULAKE GH1 BUTFULAKE | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | — |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | leatherette |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | Plastic |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 50 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 33 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | Gaming Headset for PS4, Xbox One, PC, PS5, Laptop, Mac, Nintendo Switch, 3.5MM Noise Cancelling Over Ear Headphones with Mic, Bass Surround, Soft Memory Earmuffs (Black) |
| 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 | Gaming Headset for PS4, Xbox One, PC, PS5, Laptop, Mac, Nintendo Switch, 3.5MM Noise Cancelling Over Ear Headphones with Mic, Bass Surround, Soft Memory Earmuffs (Black) | Gaming Headset for PS4, Xbox |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | 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 | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 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 | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
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
Red Horse BUTFULAKE GH1 BUTFULAKE
- Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 39 specs.