Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
JLab JBuds Lux ANC
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
JLab JBuds Lux ANC
Users consistently praise these JLab Sage noise-canceling headphones for their excellent value, citing impressive battery life, comfort for extended wear, and solid sound quality with clear bass. The multipoint Bluetooth connection and effective noise cancellation are frequently mentioned highlights. Minor drawbacks include a desire for slightly higher maximum volume and the lack of a carrying case, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Clear sound with good bass
- Effective noise cancellation
Cons
- Maximum volume could be slightly higher
- No carrying case included
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | JLab JBuds Lux ANC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.23 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | Cloud Foam |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | Cloud Foam |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 98 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | SBC, L3C |
| 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 | Dolby Atmos, Spatial Audio, Tempest 3D |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | HFP, A2DP, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 70 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | 10 minutes quick charge 10 hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | JLab App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
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
JLab JBuds Lux ANC
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
Pricing
JLab JBuds Lux ANC offers 9.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 4 of 41 specs.
