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  • Avg. price: ~£230
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 30 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

8.7

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

8.7

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Excellent
8.7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

9.7

Sound

20.0%

8.6

Features

10.0%

5.7

Design

8.0%

7.8

Connectivity

6.0%

7.1

Battery

4.0%

8.3

Calls & Controls

Excellent
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 9.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    9.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    4.8

    Battery life

  • 7.5
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    4.8

    Battery life

    18.0%

    3.0

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 9.2
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    4.8

    Battery life

    14.0%

    10

    Companion app

  • 3.9
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    3.0

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    4.8

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e is an 'evolved' wireless over-ear headphone featuring custom-designed 40mm dynamic bio-cellulose drivers and an upgraded 24-bit Digital Signal Processor (DSP) inspired by the flagship Px8. These 307g headphones offer a premium build with fabric and metal finishes, 30-hour battery life with 15-minute quick charging for 7 hours of playback, and advanced connectivity including Bluetooth 5.2 with aptX Adaptive and a USB-C audio interface for lossless digital listening. Main pros include its detailed, high-resolution soundstage, exceptionally rich and controlled bass response, and a luxurious, comfortable design. However, common cons include an active noise cancellation (ANC) system that trails behind class-leading competitors like Sony or Bose, the inability to collapse for more compact storage, and a wear-detection sensor that can sometimes be unreliable.

Technical Specifications of Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

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Sound

20.0%

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Features

10.0%

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Design

8.0%

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Connectivity

6.0%

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Battery

4.0%

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Calls & Controls

8.7
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a technical score of 8.73 points, which is higher than that of 99.5% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
1.0
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 72.7% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

8.7

Overall score

40.0%

9.3

Price

8.9
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.9 points, which is higher than 97.8% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

40 mm
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

10 Hz
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e reaches a lowest frequency of 10 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 67.3% of headphones and equal to 12.5% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

6
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has 6 microphones, more microphones than 96.1% of headphones and equal to 2.4% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wireless
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

5.2
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e uses Bluetooth version 5.2, newer Bluetooth version than 85.6% of headphones and equal to 3% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

10 m
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% of headphones.
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

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Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports multipoint. 35% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e works with a companion app. 55.7% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

continuous
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e offers continuous adjustable ANC levels, more adjustable ANC levels than 99.3% of headphones and equal to 0.7% of headphones.
continuous or app-adjustable noise control confirmed from official product/support materials
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

30 hours
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e offers battery life of 30 hours, higher battery life than 46% of headphones and equal to 10.5% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

30 hours
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e offers battery life with ANC of 30 hours, higher battery life with ANC than 43.2% of headphones and equal to 8.8% of headphones.
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

2 hours
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 48.5% of headphones and equal to 39.1% of headphones.
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports quick charge. 31% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

600 mAh
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a battery capacity of 600 mAh, higher battery capacity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 7.7% of headphones.
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Bowers & Wilkins
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

307 g
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e weighs 307 g, heavier than 83% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

5.3
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a clamp force of 5.3, higher clamp force than 72.5% of headphones and equal to 6.4% of headphones.
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Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
    What it is: Certified for high-resolution audio playback
    When it matters: When official support for high-resolution playback matters to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • EQ customization
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
    What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
    When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • Spatial audio support
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
    What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
    When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
    What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
    When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

    Importance: HIGH

    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • 9 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (111 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
    When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=106 dB/mW

    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (111 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.111 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Clear call microphone
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
    When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • Active noise cancellation
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Spatial audio support
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 9 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (111 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 10,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (30,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
  • USB-C charging
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 5 more microphones
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has more microphones than the average headphone (6 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Quick mic mute
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
  • EQ customization
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.

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Features
  • 40.8% higher weight
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e is heavier than the average headphone (307 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 1 higher clamp force
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.3 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
  • 5 mm tighter earcup height
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (55 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • 3 mm tighter earcup width
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (40 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • 40.8% higher weight
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e is heavier than the average headphone (307 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e is heavier than the average headphone (307 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.307 g vs 218 g
  • 1 higher clamp force
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.3 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
    When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.3 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.5.3 vs 4.3
  • 4.65x less popular
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
  • 5 mm tighter earcup height
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (55 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    What it is: Internal height of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When larger ears need enough space inside the earcups.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (55 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.55 mm vs 60 mm
  • 2.56x more expensive
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e is more expensive than the average headphone (£230 vs £90).
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e is more expensive than the average headphone (£230 vs £90).£230 vs £90
  • 3 mm tighter earcup width
    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (40 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
    What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (40 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.40 mm vs 43 mm
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What customers like about Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e?

  • Exceptional sound quality with a clean balance of crisp highs and prominent, warm bass.
  • Premium build quality using upscale fabrics and metal accents rather than cheap-feeling plastics.
  • Very comfortable over-ear fit with plush memory foam ear pads suitable for long listening sessions.
  • Long-lasting battery life offering up to 30 hours of playback with convenient fast charging.
  • High-quality physical buttons for controls instead of finicky touch gestures.
  • Supports premium codecs like aptX Adaptive and allows high-fidelity lossless audio via a direct USB-C connection.
  • Excellent passive noise isolation from the physical ear cup seal.

What customers dislike about Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e?

  • Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is average and does not block out ambient voices or intense rumbles as effectively as top competitors.
  • The official app offers limited customization, lacking a comprehensive multi-band parametric EQ.
  • Multipoint Bluetooth connectivity can be clunky, sometimes failing to automatically reconnect to a second device.
  • The automatic wear-detection sensor can be inconsistent and unreliable for pausing music.
  • Microphone performance for phone calls drops significantly in noisy environments.
  • A small minority of users report a 'veiled' or overly dark sound signature out of the box.

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