Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Sonitum PC01
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
Sonitum PC01
The Sonitum headset is widely praised for its comfort, clear sound, and effective noise cancellation at an affordable price. Many users find it perfect for work-from-home setups and school use, with a lightweight design that allows for long wear. However, some reviewers note that the ear cups are small, the microphone can be too far from the mouth, and there is no on-headset volume control. Durability concerns were raised by a few, with one unit failing after 2.5 years.
Pros
- Comfortable for long wear
- Clear sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Affordable price
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Small ear cups
- Microphone too far from mouth
- No on-headset volume control
- Durability concerns over time
- Flimsy build feel
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Sonitum PC01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.10 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | cushioned ear pads |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | adjustable headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | Sonitum Headset with Microphone - Noise Canceling Computer Headset for Office, Meetings, Chat- Comfortable Over-Ear PC Headphones with Rotating Mic- 3.5 Jack for Universal Connectivity (1 Pack) |
| 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 | — |
| 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 | — |
| 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
Sonitum PC01
- Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong anc (73rd percentile)
- Strong social proof (72nd percentile)
- Strong comfort (67th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sonitum PC01 offers 15.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 36 specs.
