Detailed comparison and review of Skullcandy Method and Bowers & Wilkins PI5. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Skullcandy Method | Bowers & Wilkins PI5 |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Weight | 32 g | - | |
Dimensions & Weight Details | - | Charging case: 47 g Earbud: 8 g |
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Colour | Red | Black, cool grey, swirl | Grey, red, swirl | Blue, navy | Pink, plum | Green, teal | Yellow | Black, swirl | White | Black | |
Protection | Sweat-resistant | IP54, water-resistant | |
Design | Sports | - | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics, computer | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 9 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Skullcandy Method | Bowers & Wilkins PI5 |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear - neckband | In-ear | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bowers & Wilkins PI5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Skullcandy Method. |
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 | - | SBC, AAC, aptX | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Bowers & Wilkins PI5 are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Advanced ANC | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 10 - 20000 Hz | Bowers & Wilkins PI5 offer a larger frequency range than Skullcandy Method. |
Max Input Power | 1 mW | - | |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | <0.3% | |
Sensitivity | 85 dB | - | |
Impedance | 16 Ohm | - | |
Diaphragm | 9 mm | 9.2 mm | Bowers & Wilkins PI5 have a thicker diaphragm than Skullcandy Method. |
Features | - | Google Fast Pair, Auto Play, Auto Pause, Ambient Pass-Through |
MICROPHONE | Skullcandy Method | Bowers & Wilkins PI5 |
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Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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Type | On-cable | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Mono | - | |
Microphones Included | - | 4 |
REMOTE CONTROL | Skullcandy Method | Bowers & Wilkins PI5 |
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Type | Remote control | - | |
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Controls | Volume control, answer/end, next/previous track | Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call, voice assistant, ANC on/off, ANC mode |
CABLE | Skullcandy Method | Bowers & Wilkins PI5 |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable | USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm |
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FEATURES | Skullcandy Method | Bowers & Wilkins PI5 |
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Features | - | Fast charge, auto power on/off | |
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Sensors | - | Wear sensor |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Skullcandy Method | Bowers & Wilkins PI5 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging | |
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Battery Life | 9 hour(s) | 4 hour(s) | Skullcandy Method lasts longer on a single charge than the Bowers & Wilkins PI5. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 20 hours Continuous playback: up to 4 hours |
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Wireless Charging Standards | - | Qi | |
Charging Time | - | 3 hour(s) |
CONNECTIONS | Skullcandy Method | Bowers & Wilkins PI5 |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) | - |
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OTHERS | Skullcandy Method | Bowers & Wilkins PI5 |
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Included Accessories | USB charging cable, 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large) | 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C charging cable, wireless charging case | |
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Compatibility | - | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |