Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Dali IO-12 203122
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
Dali IO-12 203122
The DALI IO-12 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, featuring a wide soundstage, deep bass, and clear highs. Users praise the innovative SMC driver technology, comfortable design, and versatile wireless/wired connectivity. However, one reviewer reported clicking/popping issues with their first unit, and another expressed mild disappointment, suggesting the price may not always match the experience.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with wide soundstage
- Innovative SMC driver technology
- Comfortable and premium design
- Versatile wireless and wired connectivity
- Impressive battery life up to 35 hours
Cons
- Clicking/popping issues on some units
- Limited noise cancellation control
- Slightly warm during long sessions
- High price may not always match experience
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Dali IO-12 203122 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | — |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | Leather |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | real leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 25 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | aptX Adaptive |
| 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★ | — |
| 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★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
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
Dali IO-12 203122
- Strong sound (75th percentile)
- Strong battery (74th percentile)
- Strong anc (73rd percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (72nd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (33rd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 offers 4.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 36 specs.
