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Updated January 10, 2024·
The 7hz Timeless earbuds, being slightly more expensive, excel in music listening with a very high-quality sound and a strong performance in soundstage and imaging, which is desirable for a detailed and immersive audio experience. They, however, lack wireless connectivity and are not the best choice for exercise due to their size and cable. The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2, on the other hand, offer a solid overall sound quality, better comfort, and are geared with features such as active noise cancelling, sweat and dustproof certification, wireless operation with good battery life, and are optimized for both Android and Apple devices, making them more versatile for varied activities like calls, meetings, exercise, and air travel. If your focus is solely on superior music quality and can forgo wireless convenience, the 7hz Timeless would be the better choice; but if you value versatility and additional features for everyday use, the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 may suit your needs better. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 7hz Timeless
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
8.6
6.7
The 7hz Timeless is very good for music, while the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is only fair.
Gaming
6.6
5.3
The 7hz Timeless is only fair for gaming, while the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is poor.
Phone Calls
4.3
5.0
The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 and 7hz Timeless are both poor for phone calls, though the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
5.6
The 7hz Timeless is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is poor.
TV and Video
7.8
5.6
The 7hz Timeless is good for TV and video, while the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3
8.3
The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is very good for noise reduction, while the 7hz Timeless is poor.
Battery
N/A
5.0 Hours
The 7hz Timeless does not have a battery. The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 has 5 hours of battery life.
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Key similarities
Cost
$185
$189
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The 7hz Timeless has a price of $185 and the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 costs $189.
Build Quality
8.5
8.9
The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 and 7hz Timeless both have very good build quality.
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How the 7hz Timeless and the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| 7hz Timeless | Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$185 | $189 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | 7hz | Bowers and Wilkins | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | January 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 5.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 0.75 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 19 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 6 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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7hz Timeless
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Kazi Mahbub Mutakabbir | May 2023
"7Hz picked a bold name for the Timeless and frankly, got very close to justifying their word choice. Most importantly, the Timeless are good to go in stock form, so you don’t have to worry about source-matching and such. I can recommend the 7Hz Timeless to those who do not mind a dash of brightness up top, want a taste of planar in IEM form, and want one of the most resolving pair of earphones in the $150 - $300 price range."
Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2
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Chris Golembeski | January 2023
"Bowers and Wilkins isn’t looking to make an obscure, premium wireless bud catered specifically towards audiophiles. Instead, it seems apparent that they’re going for the crown: a cool and popular look, an easy and comfortable fit, and an engaging stage with a great balance that is perfectly suited for mainstream listeners and audiophiles alike."
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About Bowers and Wilkins
Bowers and Wilkins is a British audio equipment manufacturer with a focus on innovation and product development. It was founded by a couple of real-life James Bonds, the co-founders John Bowers and Roy Wilkins, who met while working for MI6 during World War II. The company keeps being favored by enthusiasts due to their sound quality, craftsmanship and signature aesthetics.
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