Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2

Bowers & Wilkins
97 Overall Score
vs
SANNWEEN SVHD009

SANNWEEN SVHD009

SANNWEEN
14 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2

87 out of 100 high confidence 60 reviews

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
👍 Sound quality 45
👍 Build quality 30
👍 Comfort 25
🤔 Noise cancelling 20
👍 Battery life 15
👎 Price 12

SANNWEEN SVHD009

72 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews

Most users find this Bluetooth headband comfortable, soft, and a good value for the price. The battery life is praised as long-lasting, and the sound quality is generally clear, though one reviewer experienced warped audio and a painful burning sensation from the control box. A few note it runs large and lacks bass, but overall it helps with relaxation and sleep.

Pros
  • Comfortable and soft material
  • Good battery life
  • Easy to use and recharge
  • Removable speakers for washing
  • Clear sound quality
Cons
  • Too large for some heads
  • Warped sound quality reported
  • Control box causes burning sensation
  • Speakers feel hard and lumpy
  • Lack of bass
👍 Comfort 5
👍 Battery life 3
🤔 Sound quality 5
👍 Value for money 2
👎 Size fit 3
👎 Safety concern 1

Scores

Budget
Bowers & Wilkins
91
SANNWEEN
20
Gaming
Bowers & Wilkins
91
SANNWEEN
19
Studio
Bowers & Wilkins
89
SANNWEEN
12
Music
Bowers & Wilkins
86
SANNWEEN
12
Work
Bowers & Wilkins
83
SANNWEEN
13
Calls
Bowers & Wilkins
74
SANNWEEN
13
Commute
Bowers & Wilkins
72
SANNWEEN
8

Specifications

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2SANNWEEN SVHD009
Design
Form Factorover-earover-ear
Open/Closedclosed—
Foldable✗—
Weight0.30 kg★—
Ear CushionLeatherFabric
HeadbandAluminum, Leather—
Audio
Driver Typedynamic—
Driver Size40 mm★—
Drivers1★—
Hi-Res Audio✓★—
CodecsAAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC—
SurroundBowers & 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 Typeadaptive—
Transparency✓★—
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.3★5.0
ProfilesA2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP—
Multipoint✓★—
Wired Connector3.5mm—
Detachable Cable✓★—
Cable Length1.2000000476837158 m—
Battery
Battery Life30 hrs★13 hrs
Charge Time2 hrs1.5 hrs★
Fast Charging15 Minutes for 7 Hours—
ChargingUSB-C★—
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count8★—
NC Mic✓★—
Boom Mic✗—
Detachable Mic✓★—
Features
Voice AssistantSiri—
Touch Controls✗—
AppBowers & 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

SANNWEEN SVHD009

  • Strong social proof (69th percentile)
  • Below average battery (15th percentile)15th %ile
  • Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
  • Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
  • Below average comfort (30th percentile)

Pricing

SANNWEEN SVHD009 is $739 cheaper (75.7x less).

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S20.129score per dollar
vs
SANNWEEN SVHD0091.444score per dollar

SANNWEEN SVHD009 offers 11.2x better value for money

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2

SANNWEEN SVHD009

Verdict

★ Winner: Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2

Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 35 specs.

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Better at:

WorkCallsMusicBudgetGamingStudioCommute

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