Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
KVIDIO WH201A
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
KVIDIO WH201A
These KVIDIO headphones deliver exceptional value for the price, with users consistently praising the impressive battery life, comfort, and surprisingly good sound quality. While not audiophile-grade, the balanced audio profile and deep bass satisfy most listeners, and the build holds up well over time. Minor drawbacks include a default volume that can be too loud, some sound leakage, and ear pads that may wear down after extended use.
Pros
- Exceptional battery life
- Great value for money
- Comfortable for long wear
- Surprisingly good sound quality
- Lightweight and portable
Cons
- Default volume too loud
- Sound leakage at high volume
- Ear pads wear over time
- Volume control awkward
- Plastic feels cheap
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | KVIDIO WH201A | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | memory-protein foam |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | KVIDIO Bluetooth Headphones Over Ear, 65 Hours Playtime Wireless Headphones with Microphone, Foldable Lightweight Headset with Deep Bass, HiFi Stereo Sound Low Latency for Travel Work Cellphone |
| 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 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 65 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 2.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | quick charged within 2.5 hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 500 mAh★ |
| 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 | — | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average affordability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
KVIDIO WH201A
- Strong comfort (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
No current pricing available
KVIDIO WH201A
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 43 specs.
