Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
Sennheiser
96 Overall Score
vs
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3
Bowers & Wilkins
87 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
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Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3
78 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews
The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 headphones are praised for their outstanding sound quality, with clear highs, balanced mids, and deep bass. Many users find them comfortable for short to moderate use, though some report discomfort after extended wear due to clamping force and shallow ear cups. The build quality and included hard case are well-regarded, but the companion app and small physical buttons receive criticism. Noise cancellation is decent but not class-leading, and iOS users are limited to AAC codec over Bluetooth.
Pros
- Outstanding sound quality
- Clear highs and balanced mids
- Deep and enjoyable bass
- Solid build quality
- Comfortable for moderate use
Cons
- Uncomfortable for long wear
- Small and hard-to-find buttons
- Mediocre companion app
- Noise cancellation not class-leading
- iOS limited to AAC codec
Sound quality 12
Comfort 8
Build quality 7
Noise cancellation 6
Battery life 4
Companion app 5
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Specifications
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT | Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | — | memory foam |
| Headband | — | fabric |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 42 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 33 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX Adaptive | aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive |
| Surround | — | Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 Over-Ear Headphones, High-Resolution Sound, Comfortable Fit, Bluetooth, Active Noise Cancelling & Transparency Mode, 30-Hour Playtime, Quick Charge Support, Canvas White | Bowe |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 57 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 0.25 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | fast charge for a quick top-up | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8 | 8 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Sennheiser Smart Control | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
- Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
Scores 96 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 39 specs.