Jabra Evolve3 85
Jabra
74 Overall Score
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Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
Bowers & Wilkins
79 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Jabra Evolve3 85
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Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
88 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews
The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, build materials, and comfort. Reviewers consistently praise the detailed, immersive audio with excellent instrument separation and balanced bass, though some note the ANC is slightly behind Bose and Sony. A few users mention the high price and minor comfort issues with the headband, but most agree the premium experience justifies the cost.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality and detail
- Excellent build quality and premium materials
- Very comfortable for long listening sessions
- Great instrument separation and soundstage
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price point
- ANC not as good as Bose or Sony
- Headband comfort issues for some users
- Strong clamping force for some
- Bass not as punchy as competitors
Sound quality 11
Build quality 8
Comfort 9
Noise cancellation 7
Value for money 6
Battery life 3
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Specifications
| Jabra Evolve3 85 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.22 kg★ | 0.31 kg |
| Ear Cushion | fabric | Leather |
| Headband | — | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 32 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 100 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 15 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 35 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 108.5 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, SBC | aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive |
| Surround | Jabra Evolve3 85 Over-Ear Wireless Bluetooth Headset with Microphone, USB-C, AI Voice Call Technology, Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation, 25-Hour Battery, Microsoft Teams Certified, Warm Gray | Jabra | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP 1.2, AVRCP 1.6, HSP 1.2, HFP 1.9, SPP 1.2, PBP 1.0, TMAP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Range | 30.5 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 120 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 5 Hours | Yes★ |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | AI Assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | Android & iOS | Bowers & Wilkins Music app |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
Jabra Evolve3 85
- Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average build (35th percentile)
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
Pricing
Jabra Evolve3 850.156score per dollar
vs
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-3080.087score per dollar
Jabra Evolve3 85 offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
Scores 79 overall, wins 2 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 39 specs.
