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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you need earbuds that are very portable, good for air travel, and offer active noise cancellation, the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 would be suitable; they also support low latency for gaming and listening to TV. However, their sound quality for music and calls is not as good as other options. The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro headphones would be a better choice for an immersive music, gaming, and TV experience with excellent sound quality and unique features like AI technology for tracking focus but are bulkier and not ideal for exercise or as easily portable as earbuds. Both offer about the same level of comfort and build quality, with the Master & Dynamic having the added benefits of a longer battery life and a detachable cable. Keep in mind that the MW75-Neuro is at a higher price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bowers and Wilkins PI7
- The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 has no clear advantages over the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro.
Advantages of the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro
- Good for music
- Very good for phone calls
- Excellent for gaming
- Excellent for TV and video
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
6.8
7.8
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is good for music, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is only fair.
Gaming
8.1
9.3
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for gaming, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is very good.
Phone Calls
5.1
8.8
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is very good for phone calls, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.8
9.4
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is poor.
TV and Video
6.8
9.3
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for TV and video, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is only fair.
Battery
3.0 Hours
32.0 Hours
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 has 3 hours of battery life. The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro has 32 hours of battery life.
Cost
$399
$649
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 has a price of $399 and the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro costs $649.
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Key similarities
Noise Reduction
8.3
8.3
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 and Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro are both very good for noise reduction.
Build Quality
8.9
8.5
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 and Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro both have very good build quality.
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How the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 and the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bowers and Wilkins PI7 | Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$399 | $649 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bowers and Wilkins | Master & Dynamic | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2021 | January 1, 2024 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.9/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.2/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 9.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 6.9/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 5.8/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 3 Hours | 32 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 0.7 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.1 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 20 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 7 Grams | 338 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Chase Bernath | April 2022
"The primary selling point of the Bowers & Wilkins PI7 is the charging case that can transmit audio from any analog source to the earbuds. If you have a very specific and clear need for that feature, then the Bowers & Wilkins PI7 is for you."
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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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