In depth comparison and review of RHA CL2 Planar and Bowers & Wilkins PI3. 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 | RHA CL2 Planar | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, 2.5 mm jack | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Height | - | 40 cm | |
Width | - | 3 cm | |
Depth | - | 4 cm | |
Weight | 9 g | 31.8 g | RHA CL2 Planar are lighter than RHA CL2 Planar headphones. |
Colour | - | Blue | Gold | Space grey | |
Protection | - | Water-resistant | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics |
SOUND QUALITY | RHA CL2 Planar | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear - neckband | In-ear | |
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Headphones Technology | Planar magnetic | Balanced armature | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.0 | |
Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Generic Attribute Profile (GATT) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | aptX | aptX | |
Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | 16 - 45000 Hz | 10 - 30000 Hz | RHA CL2 Planar offer a larger frequency range than Bowers & Wilkins PI3. |
Max Input Power | 10 mW | - | |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | <0.3% | |
Sensitivity | 89 dB/mW | - | |
Impedance | 15 Ohm | - | |
Diaphragm | 10 mm | 9.2 mm | RHA CL2 Planar have a thicker diaphragm than Bowers & Wilkins PI3. |
Features | - | Dual driver | |
In-Cord Volume Control | - | Yes |
MICROPHONE | RHA CL2 Planar | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 |
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Type | - | On-cable |
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REMOTE CONTROL | RHA CL2 Planar | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 |
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Controls | - | Volume |
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CABLE | RHA CL2 Planar | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 |
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Cable Type | MMCX to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable - OFC - straight MMCX to sub-mini-phone 2.5 mm cable - detachable - straight USB-C charge cable |
USB-C to USB-A cable - 20 cm | |
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Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | RHA CL2 Planar | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 |
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Battery Type | - | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | - | 8 hour(s) |
CONNECTIONS | RHA CL2 Planar | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 |
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Connector Type | 2 x headphones (MMCX) | - |
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OTHERS | RHA CL2 Planar | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 |
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Included Accessories | Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, 3 pairs of Comply foam ear tips, adjustable sports clip, 6 pairs of dual density ear tips (small, medium, large), ear tips holder, 3 pairs of double flange ear tips (small, medium, large), flight case | Carrying pouch, 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C charging cable | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - 3 years | Limited warranty - 2 years |