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Bowers & Wilkins Px8 — Over-ear · 2022
Bowers & Wilkins

Bowers & Wilkins Px8

Over-ear · 2022

91
/ 100
From $699
VS
beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII wins by 1
beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII — Studio reference · Open · 250Ω
beyerdynamic

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII

Studio reference · Open · 250Ω

92
/ 100
From $599
Specdex verdict

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Bowers & Wilkins Px8 lands at 91 and beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII at 92. That puts beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Bowers & Wilkins Px8 if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)

Pick beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII if…

  • ✓Reference-class detail retrieval
  • ✓Made in Germany build
  • ✓Includes both balanced + analytical pads
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII

Tuning, detail, and staging

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII leads on sound (96 vs 91).

Comfort

Bowers & Wilkins Px8

Long-session wearability

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 leads on comfort (90 vs 88).

Value for money

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII more score per dollar ($599 vs $699).

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 91
vs
92 beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII

Score breakdown

Bowers & Wilkins Px8
91
anc 89
sound 91
comfort 90
battery 82
features 87
build 0
value 0
beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII
92
anc 0
sound 96
comfort 88
battery 0
features 0
build 96
value 84

Specs side-by-side

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 versus beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII — full spec comparison
Spec Bowers & Wilkins Px8 beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII
Type
Over-ear
Open-back dynamic
Release year
2022
—
Driver
—
45 mm Tesla
Impedance
—
250Ω
Frequency response
—
5 Hz – 40 kHz
Cable
—
Detachable XLR / 6.35mm
Weight
—
370 g

Bowers & Wilkins Px8

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII

Pros
  • +Reference-class detail retrieval
  • +Made in Germany build
  • +Includes both balanced + analytical pads
Cons
  • −Open-back leaks sound
  • −Needs amplification (250Ω)
  • −No wireless variant

FAQ: Bowers & Wilkins Px8 vs beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII

Which is better, Bowers & Wilkins Px8 or beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII? +

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Bowers & Wilkins Px8 worth the price? +

At $699, Bowers & Wilkins Px8 delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in sound.

Is beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII worth the price? +

At $599, beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.

Does Bowers & Wilkins Px8 or beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, Bowers & Wilkins Px8 or beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII? +

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII — leads on sound (96 vs 91). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for comfort, Bowers & Wilkins Px8 or beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII? +

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 — leads on comfort (90 vs 88). Long-session wearability.