Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2

Bowers & Wilkins
97 Overall Score
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Logitech Zone Vibe 981-001198

Logitech Zone Vibe 981-001198

Logitech
69 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2

87 out of 100 high confidence 60 reviews

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
👍 Sound quality 45
👍 Build quality 30
👍 Comfort 25
🤔 Noise cancelling 20
👍 Battery life 15
👎 Price 12

Logitech Zone Vibe 981-001198

78 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews

This headset is praised for its versatility in both work and personal use, with a flip-to-mute microphone and clear sound quality. However, one reviewer noted background noise pickup issues, and the audio lacks bass for music. Overall, it's a comfortable, reliable choice for office calls and video conferencing.

Pros
  • Flip-to-mute microphone
  • Clear sound quality
  • Comfortable fit
  • Easy connectivity with dongle
  • Battery level voice announcement
Cons
  • Background noise pickup
  • Lacks bass for music
  • Auto-off requires manual re-enable
👍 Microphone quality 5
🤔 Sound quality 5
👍 Comfort 3
👍 Ease of use 4
👍 Battery life 3
👎 Background noise 1

Scores

Gaming
Bowers & Wilkins
91
Logitech
80
Budget
Bowers & Wilkins
90
Logitech
73
Studio
Bowers & Wilkins
89
Logitech
60
Music
Bowers & Wilkins
86
Logitech
58
Work
Bowers & Wilkins
83
Logitech
68
Calls
Bowers & Wilkins
74
Logitech
65
Commute
Bowers & Wilkins
72
Logitech
56

Specifications

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2Logitech Zone Vibe 981-001198
Design
Form Factorover-earover-ear
Open/Closedclosedclosed
Foldable✗✗
Weight0.30 kg0.20 kg★
Ear CushionLeatherMemory Foam
HeadbandAluminum, LeatherPlastic
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size40 mm40 mm
Drivers1★—
Impedance—45 Ω
Hi-Res Audio✓★✗
CodecsAAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBCLogitech Zone Vibe Wireless Bluetooth Headphones with Noise Canceling Microphone, USB-A, USB-C, for Google Meet, Google Voice, Zoom, Mac/PC
SurroundBowers & 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 Typeadaptiveactive_noise_cancellation
Transparency✓★✗
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.3★5.2
ProfilesA2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP—
Multipoint✓✓
Wired Connector3.5mmUSB-C
Detachable Cable✓★✗
Cable Length1.2000000476837158 m—
Battery
Battery Life30 hrs★18 hrs
Charge Time2 hrs★—
Fast Charging15 Minutes for 7 HoursFast Charging
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count8★—
NC Mic✓✓
Boom Mic✗✓★
Detachable Mic✓★✗
Features
Voice AssistantSiri—
Touch Controls✗✗
AppBowers & Wilkins MusicLogi Tune
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

Logitech Zone Vibe 981-001198

  • Strong comfort (94th percentile)94th %ile
  • Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
  • Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2

Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 38 specs.

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Better at:

WorkCallsMusicBudgetGamingStudioCommute