The bottom line The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones are the British audiophile wireless headphones with carbon-cone drivers at $699. The 40mm carbon-cone drivers (sourced from B&W's flagship 800 Series speakers) deliver detail and accuracy that lesser wireless headphones cannot match, the aptX Adaptive codec on Android delivers near-lossless quality, the genuine Nappa leather earpads and headband withstand 10+ years of use with proper care (vs synthetic competitors that crack), the 30-hour battery (with ANC) covers heavy travel use, the multi-point Bluetooth connects to phone and laptop, the included 3.5mm cable supports wired listening with airline-friendly adapter, the touch-sensitive controls handle volume and playback, the B&W Music app supports EQ customization, and the foldable design fits the included hard travel case. The trade is real money over Sony WH-1000XM5 and a price point that places it firmly in luxury territory.
Value
At $699 the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 are the right audiophile wireless headphones in 2026.
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Should you buy the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones?
The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones are the British audiophile wireless headphones with carbon-cone drivers at $699. The 40mm carbon-cone drivers (sourced from B&W's flagship 800 Series speakers) deliver detail and accuracy that lesser wireless headphones cannot match, the aptX Adaptive codec on Android delivers near-lossless quality, the genuine Nappa leather earpads and headband withstand 10+ years of use with proper care (vs synthetic competitors that crack), the 30-hour battery (with ANC) covers heavy travel use, the multi-point Bluetooth connects to phone and laptop, the included 3.5mm cable supports wired listening with airline-friendly adapter, the touch-sensitive controls handle volume and playback, the B&W Music app supports EQ customization, and the foldable design fits the included hard travel case. The trade is real money over Sony WH-1000XM5 and a price point that places it firmly in luxury territory.
Yes for audiophiles wanting carbon-cone wireless. The B&W 800 Series driver heritage delivers detail that no $400 headphone matches.
📅 Update log
May 13, 2026Added 10-month observations.
Jul 12, 2025Initial review published.
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Tom Reeves
Senior Electronics & TV Editor
Tom Reeves has reviewed consumer electronics for over a decade, with a focus on televisions, monitors, laptops, and smart home devices. He worked as a professional display calibrator before moving into editorial, and he brings that hands-on technical background to every TV and monitor review. At TheTestedHub, Tom covers display calibration, computer monitors, laptops and 2-in-1s, smart home platforms, home theater setups, and HDR performance.
