Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
SUNJOM Sirius
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
SUNJOM Sirius
Customers are generally very impressed with these headphones, praising the excellent sound quality, effective ANC, comfort, and long battery life. A common complaint is that the headphones can be too large and loose for smaller heads, causing them to slip during activity. A few users also reported difficulty distinguishing the charging indicator status.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Lightweight and comfortable
- Long battery life
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- Too large for small heads
- Slips during movement
- Charging indicator unclear
- Heavy for some users
- Volume cannot be lowered enough
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | SUNJOM Sirius | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.11 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | leather |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | Sirius 120H ANC Over-Ear Headphones-Wireless Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones with Mic,Transparency Mode,Lightweight for Travel,Gym,Work (Sliver) |
| 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 | 70 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | Type-C fast charging supported |
| 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
SUNJOM Sirius
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong anc (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong sound (66th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 36 specs.
