Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 vs HyperX Cloud A3RL9AA
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
HyperX Cloud A3RL9AA
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
HyperX Cloud A3RL9AA
The HyperX headset receives mostly positive feedback for its sound quality, comfort, and affordability. However, a few users report issues with durability, such as audio failure after a month or a cracked headband, and the ear cushions can get warm over long sessions. The microphone is praised for clarity, and the overall value is considered excellent for gaming, though music reproduction is more neutral.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable and lightweight
- Good microphone clarity
- Affordable price
- Noise isolation
Cons
- Durability issues (audio failure, cracked headband)
- Ear cushions get warm over time
- Short cable length
- Tight fit for larger heads
- Flat sound for music
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | HyperX Cloud A3RL9AA | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | 0.57 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | memory foam |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | aluminum |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | HyperX Cloud - Gaming Headset, Memory Foam Comfort, Noise-Cancelling mic, Durable Aluminum Frame. |
| 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★ | — |
| 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 | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average affordability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
HyperX Cloud A3RL9AA
- Strong mic (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average comfort (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average sound (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average connectivity (32nd percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Pricing
HyperX Cloud A3RL9AA offers 8.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 36 specs.
