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Score Comparison
Criteria
Bowers & Wilkins Px8
Apple AirPods Max
Overall Score
8.8
8.8
Sound Quality
9.8
9.5
Noise Cancellation
8.5
9.0
Comfort
8.8
8.5
Features
8.2
8.5
Build Quality
9.5
9.5
Pricing & Features
Specification
Bowers & Wilkins Px8
Apple AirPods Max
Price
$699
$549
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Bowers & Wilkins Px8
Luxury buyers who want the finest materials and audiophile sound
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 is for those who consider headphones a luxury item, offering stunning sound and materials, though practical buyers may find better value elsewhere.
Strengths
- Luxury materials with leather and metal construction
- Exceptional audiophile-grade sound quality
- 24-bit audio support for hi-res streaming
- Elegant, refined design
Limitations
- Very expensive ($699)
- ANC trails Sony and Bose at this price
- Heavier than some competitors
When to Choose Apple AirPods Max
Apple ecosystem users who want premium materials and seamless device switching
Apple AirPods Max offers exceptional build quality and sound for Apple users, but its high price, weight, and poor case design make it a luxury rather than a practical choice.
Strengths
- Premium aluminum and stainless steel construction
- Excellent sound quality with Apple's H1 chip
- Seamless integration with Apple ecosystem
- Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking
Limitations
- Highest price in the category
- Heavy compared to competitors (384g)
- Poor case design doesn't protect well
