Philips Fidelio X2HR/00
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
What Buyers Say
Philips Fidelio X2HR/00
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is widely praised for its exceptional sound quality, combining powerful yet controlled bass with clear mids and highs, and an expansive soundstage that enhances gaming and music. Build quality is consistently described as robust, with metal construction and comfortable, plush ear pads, though the headphones are noted to be somewhat heavy and non-portable. A few users mention a metallic timbre or harsh highs, and the open-back design means significant sound leakage, making them best suited for home use. Overall, they are considered an outstanding value, especially when found on sale, and a top recommendation for those seeking audiophile-level performance without excessive cost.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with balanced bass
- Wide and immersive soundstage
- Robust metal build quality
- Very comfortable for long sessions
- Replaceable cable
Cons
- Somewhat heavy weight
- Not portable or foldable
- Sound leakage due to open-back design
- Earpads attract dust and pet hair
- Metallic timbre or harsh highs for some
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
| Philips Fidelio X2HR/00 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.38 kg | 0.30 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam, velour | Leather |
| Headband | genuine leather | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 50 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 30 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | — | 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 | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 3 m | 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 | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
Philips Fidelio X2HR/00
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (72nd percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd 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
Philips Fidelio X2HR/00
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 40 specs.
