Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
JVC Over-the-Ear Headphones HAS75NB
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
JVC Over-the-Ear Headphones HAS75NB
The JVC HA-S75NB wireless noise-cancelling headphones are praised for their extremely lightweight design and long battery life of up to 50 hours. Users appreciate the comfortable fit, good sound quality for the price, and the useful companion app that allows customization without requiring an account. However, some reviewers note that the bass and active noise cancellation could be improved, and there are minor concerns about ambient sound behavior during calls.
Pros
- Extremely lightweight design
- Long battery life (up to 50 hours)
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Good sound quality for the price
- Useful companion app with customization
Cons
- Bass could be deeper
- Noise cancellation could be improved
- Ambient sound behavior during calls
- Mostly plastic build
- Bass mode feels similar to flat
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | JVC Over-the-Ear Headphones HAS75NB | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.18 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | Ergonomic soft pads |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| 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 | active |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | — |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 35 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | JVC Headphones |
| 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
JVC Over-the-Ear Headphones HAS75NB
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong connectivity (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 37 specs.