Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
KVIDIO WH304A
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 WH304A
The KVIDIO ANC headphones are widely praised for their comfort, long battery life, and impressive sound quality for the price. Many users found them perfect for long flights, with effective noise cancellation that blocks jet engine noise. However, a few noted that ANC cannot be used via the 3.5mm cable, and some experienced minor build quality concerns or static in ambient mode. Overall, they offer excellent value for money.
Pros
- Comfortable for long wear
- Long battery life
- Great sound quality for the price
- Effective noise cancellation
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- ANC not usable via 3.5mm cable
- Ambient mode has static noise
- Slightly flimsy build quality
- Volume control may skip tracks
- Not for audiophiles
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | KVIDIO WH304A | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.27 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | — |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | KVIDIO Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, Wireless Bluetooth Headphones Over Ear with Mic, 70H Playtime, Transparency Mode, Hi-Fi Stereo Sound, Deep Bass Headsets for Phone PC Travel Home |
| 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 | Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 70 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | a quick 5-minute charge offers 4H playtime |
| Charging | USB-C | 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
KVIDIO WH304A
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (72nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
KVIDIO WH304A offers 18.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 36 specs.
