Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
JVC Powerful Sound HAS31MB
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
JVC Powerful Sound HAS31MB
These JVC headphones are a fantastic value, delivering impressive bass and clear sound that surprised even an audio engineer. They are lightweight, comfortable, and adjustable, making them great for travel or daily use. While some features like water resistance and microphone are unclear from the Q&A, the overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Excellent bass production
- Clear sound quality
- Lightweight design
- Comfortable fit
- Adjustable headband
Cons
- Unclear water resistance
- No built-in microphone info
- No call control details
- Unclear sound isolation
- Unknown foldability
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | JVC Powerful Sound HAS31MB | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | 0.31 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | Soft Cushion Ear Pads |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | Plastic |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | — |
| 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 | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 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 | Voice assistant |
| 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
JVC Powerful Sound HAS31MB
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (72nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
JVC Powerful Sound HAS31MB offers 13.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 35 specs.
