Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Logitech Zone 981-000876
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
Logitech Zone 981-000876
The Logitech headset is praised for its excellent noise-canceling microphone, comfort, and clear audio for calls, making it ideal for home offices and open-plan settings. However, some users report durability issues like a scratchy sound after a few months, and the on-ear design can feel heavy or tight during prolonged wear. The auto-mute flip-up mic and plug-and-play simplicity are popular features, though volume control quirks on Mac and occasional microphone glitches are noted.
Pros
- Excellent noise-canceling microphone
- Comfortable for short to medium wear
- Clear audio for calls
- Auto-mute when flipping mic up
- Lightweight and premium feel
Cons
- Durability issues after a few months
- Heavy or tight for prolonged wear
- Volume control issues on Mac
- Occasional microphone glitches
- Not ideal for heavy bass music
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Logitech Zone 981-000876 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | 0.46 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | memory foam |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | Teflon-coated stainless steel |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 99 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | Foldable, Microphone Included, Noise Cancellation, Volume Control |
| 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 | noise-canceling dual mic technology |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.899999976158142 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Google Voice |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | Logi Tune Desktop |
| 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 981-000876
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong sound (74th percentile)
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 40 specs.