Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Wins
Score Comparison
Criteria
Bowers & Wilkins Px8
Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2
Overall Score
8.8
8.7
Sound Quality
9.8
9.5
Noise Cancellation
8.5
8.2
Comfort
8.8
8.5
Features
8.2
8.5
Build Quality
9.5
8.8
Pricing & Features
Specification
Bowers & Wilkins Px8
Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2
Price
$699
$399
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 Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2
Musicians and audio professionals who prioritize sound accuracy
Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2 brings professional audio quality to wireless headphones with exceptional wired performance, though consumer ANC features take a back seat to sound purity.
Strengths
- Studio-quality sound from legendary audio brand
- Exceptional wired audio quality with included cable
- LDAC and aptX HD codec support
- 45-hour battery life
Limitations
- ANC not as aggressive as consumer-focused brands
- Design is more functional than fashionable
- Controls can be confusing initially
