E700
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
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E700
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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
| E700 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | — | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.28 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | Leather |
| Headband | — | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | hybrid | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Impedance | 24 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC, aptX HD, aptX Low Latency | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC |
| Surround | 1Mii E700 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, Bluetooth Over Ear, Wireless Hi-Res Audio with LDAC & aptX Low Latency for Airplane Travel & Home TV, AI Translation & Custom EQ via APP, Black | 1 | 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 |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 75 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 5 hours playback | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | 1Mii AI | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | YeeMall App | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
E700
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
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
E700
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 37 specs.