Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Bose
79 Overall Score
vs
Bowers & Wilkins Px8
Bowers & Wilkins
71 Overall Score
Scores
Work
Budget
Commute
Gaming
Music
Calls
Studio
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.32 kg |
| Ear Cushion | plush cushions | Nappa Leather |
| Headband | metal | aluminum |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 33 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | BREAKTHROUGH SPATIALIZED AUDIO: Super immersive sound spatializes everything, taking the music out of your head and placing it in front of you to push the boundaries of listening. | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | 4-microphone |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, GATT |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 0.5099999904632568 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 min for 2.5 hours playback | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | voice control |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Bose app | B&W Music App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof | — |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
Bowers & Wilkins Px8
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Scores 79 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 39 specs.