In depth comparison and review of Bowers & Wilkins PX7 and Poly Voyager Surround 85. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless - USB-C via Bluetooth adapter | |
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Series | - | Voyager Surround 80 series | |
Height | 22 cm | 18.1 cm | |
Width | 17.5 cm | 19.1 cm | |
Depth | 8 cm | 7.7 cm | |
Weight | 304 g | 275 g | Poly Voyager Surround 85 are lighter than Bowers & Wilkins PX7 headphones. |
Colour | Carbon | Space grey | Silver | Black | |
Earpad Material | Soft leather, memory foam | Artificial leather | |
Headband Material | Carbon fibre | - | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics, computer | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 30 m |
SOUND QUALITY | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Over ear | |
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Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
Foldable | Yes | - | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.3 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Bowers & Wilkins PX7. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Generic Access Profile (GAP), Service Discovery Application Profile (SDAP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Device ID Profile (DIP) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Audio/Video Distribution Transport Protocol (AVDTP) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD | - | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | Adaptive Noise Cancelling | Adjustable noise cancellation | |
Noise Isolating | Yes | - | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | - | |
Frequency Response | 10 - 30000 Hz | - | |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <0.3% | - | |
Sensitivity | 111 dB | 132 dB | Poly Voyager Surround 85 have higher sensitivity than Bowers & Wilkins PX7. |
Impedance | 20 Ohm | - | |
Diaphragm | 43.6 mm | 40 mm | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 have a thicker diaphragm than Poly Voyager Surround 85. |
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | - | 2 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
Features | - | SoundGuard DIGITAL Technology, Smart Sensor Technology |
MICROPHONE | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Noise Cancelling Technology | CVC2 (Clear Voice Communication v2) | - | |
Frequency Response | - | 20 - 16000 Hz | |
Sensitivity | - | -37 dB | |
Microphones Included | 6 | 10 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 have a built-in microphone. |
REMOTE CONTROL | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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Controls | Volume control, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track | Volume, power on/off, answer/end, play/pause |
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CABLE | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB to USB-C cable - detachable - 1.2 m |
USB-C to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable USB-C charge cable - detachable |
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Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
FEATURES | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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Sensors | Proximity sensor | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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Battery Life | 30 hour(s) | 24 hours | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 lasts longer on a single charge than the Poly Voyager Surround 85. |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 5 hours |
Continuous playback: up to 24 hours Continuous talk: up to 21 hours |
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Charging Time | - | 1 hours |
CONNECTIONS | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C) |
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OTHERS | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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Included Accessories | Carrying case | Carrying case, USB charging cable, charging stand, USB-C to USB-A adapter, USB-C to audio cable, BT700 Bluetooth USB-C adapter | |
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Software Included | - | Poly Lens | |
Compatibility | - | Mac, Windows | |
Software Certification | - | Certified for Microsoft Teams, Certified for Microsoft Teams Open Office, UC certified | |
Supported Host Device OS | - | macOS, Android, iOS, Windows | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | - |