Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 Earbuds

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In-ear TWS · ANC · 6.5h/22h · aptX Adaptive · BT 5.3

The Bowers and Wilkins Pi8 is the most premium true wireless earbud on the market, designed without compromise for listeners who accept nothing less than the best. Its oversized 12mm drivers — the largest in any flagship earbud — deliver a commanding, full-bodied sound with the kind of dynamic range and bass authority that smaller drivers cannot match. The standout feature is the retransmission charging case, which can receive a wired or wireless audio signal and retransmit it to the earbuds, essentially turning them into a wireless adapter for airplane entertainment systems and gym equipment. The Pi8 is best for luxury audio enthusiasts and frequent travelers who want the finest-sounding earbuds with the most versatile charging case available. Compared to the Sennheiser MTW4, the Pi8 offers a richer low-end and the unique retransmission feature but at a significantly higher price. With 6.5 hours of playback, aptX Adaptive, and IP54 protection at 7.0 grams, they are the ultimate statement in wireless earbud luxury.

80

Overall

86

Performance

52

Value

62

Efficiency

Audio

Driver Size12mm
Frequency Response20Hz - 20kHz
Form FactorIn-ear TWS

Battery

Battery Life (ANC On)6.5h hours
Total with Case22h hours
Fast Charge15min → 2h

Comfort

Weight7.0g
IP RatingIP54
Wireless ChargingYes (Qi)

Connectivity

Bluetooth5.3
CodecsaptX Adaptive, AAC, SBC
MultipointYes (2 devices)

Noise Cancellation

Active Noise CancellationYes
Transparency ModeYes

ANC Performance

ANC Low Frequency Reduction
24 dB
ANC Mid Frequency Reduction
22 dB
ANC Overall Reduction
26 dB

Battery

Measured Battery Life ANC On
6 hours

Call Quality

Call Quality Score
7 pts /10

Comfort

Comfort Score
7 pts /10

Sound Quality

Bass Accuracy
8.5 pts /10
Mid Accuracy
8.5 pts /10
Soundstage Width
7.5 pts /10
Treble Accuracy
8 pts /10

Use case fit

Android
70/100
Gaming
40/100

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