Headphones / Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless
57-hour battery and a user-replaceable cell — built to outlast its rivals.
Wins overall by 0.7 points
Quick Verdict
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless is the stronger all-round pick, ahead by 0.7 points. 57-hour battery and a user-replaceable cell — built to outlast its rivals.
The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 and Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless are both closely matched headphones models, and the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless is $79.10 cheaper than the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 ($399.95 vs $479). On Battery, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless leads (10.0 vs 8.0/10) — playtime, standby, and charging speed. On Value, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless leads (8.5 vs 7.0/10) — features and performance relative to price. On Travel, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless leads (8.0 vs 7.0/10) — foldability, case, ANC on planes, battery for long trips. Overall, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless scores 8.5/10 across our 10 scoring categories versus 7.8/10 for the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $479.00 | $399.95 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Battery Life (hrs) | 30 | 57✓ |
| Battery (ANC off) (hrs) | Bowers & Wilkins quotes only the 30-hour figure | Sennheiser quotes only the 57-hour ANC-on figure |
| Quick Charge (min for 3hrs) | 6.4 | 4.3✓ |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.4 (Bluetooth 6.0 promised via future firmware) |
| Weight (g) | 300 | 290✓ |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 42 |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Advanced adaptive ANC using 8 microphones, with a Pass-Through mode | Adaptive hybrid ANC with four microphones per side and beamforming; Sennheiser claims up to 3x better reduction of ambient voice chatter than the MOMENTUM 4 |
| Multipoint Pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Microphones (mics) | 8 | 8 |
| Foldable | No | No |
| Water Resistance | None | None |
| App EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | Anthracite Black, Indigo Blue, Canvas White | Black, Denim, White |
Category Scores
Battery
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless leads clearly here, 10.0 against 8.0 — a 2.0-point margin on playtime, standby, and charging speed. If that is what you are buying for, the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Noise Cancelling
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless leads clearly here, 8.5 against 8.0 — a 0.5-point margin on how well ambient noise is blocked. If that is what you are buying for, the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Comfort
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless is marginally ahead, 8.0 to 7.8. A gap this small rarely decides a purchase on its own, though it counts if clamp force, padding, and weight for long sessions is your priority.
Sound Quality
The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 is marginally ahead, 9.5 to 9.2. A gap this small rarely decides a purchase on its own, though it counts if driver performance, tuning, and detail is your priority.
Call & Mic Quality
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless leads clearly here, 8.0 against 7.5 — a 0.5-point margin on voice clarity and background noise rejection on calls. If that is what you are buying for, the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Travel
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless leads clearly here, 8.0 against 7.0 — a 1.0-point margin on foldability, case, ANC on planes, battery for long trips. If that is what you are buying for, the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Gaming
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless leads clearly here, 7.5 against 7.0 — a 0.5-point margin on latency, low-lag mode support, and soundstage. If that is what you are buying for, the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.0 — a 1.5-point margin on features and performance relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Durability
The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 and Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless are level here, at 8.5/10 each. build materials, hinge quality, and reported longevity is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Features
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.5 — a 1.0-point margin on app ecosystem, multipoint, spatial audio, extras. If that is what you are buying for, the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 if…
- • You prefer the Bowers & Wilkins ecosystem, app, and design language.
Choose the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless if…
- • Battery matters most to you — the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless scores 10.0/10 here (playtime, standby, and charging speed).
- • Value matters most to you — the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless scores 8.5/10 here (features and performance relative to price).
- • Travel matters most to you — the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless scores 8.0/10 here (foldability, case, ANC on planes, battery for long trips).
- • Features matters most to you — the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless scores 8.5/10 here (app ecosystem, multipoint, spatial audio, extras).
- • Noise Cancelling matters most to you — the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless scores 8.5/10 here (how well ambient noise is blocked).
Pros & Cons
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3
Pros
- +The best pure sound quality of any headphone here
- +aptX Lossless with a dedicated discrete amplifier
- +Earpads and headband padding are user-replaceable, which extends its life considerably
- +Both 3.5mm analog and USB-C digital wired listening
Cons
- −Does not fold, so the case is bulky
- −300g and you notice it
- −ANC is good but clearly behind Bose and Sony
- −The most expensive non-Apple option here
- −No LDAC
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless
Pros
- +User-replaceable battery — these should outlive every other flagship here
- +57 hours with ANC on is far ahead of Sony or Bose
- +aptX Lossless, with the widest codec support of any headphone here
- +42mm drivers and excellent, natural tuning
Cons
- −Folds flat but does not fold in, so the case is large
- −ANC still trails Bose and Sony
- −Bluetooth 6.0 and Dolby Atmos are promised firmware features that have not shipped
- −No LDAC
- −No IP rating
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FAQs
Is the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 or Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless better overall?+
Based on our 10-category scoring, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Battery, the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 or the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless?+
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless scores higher on Battery (10.0/10 vs 8.0/10) — playtime, standby, and charging speed.
Which is better for Value, the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 or the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless?+
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless scores higher on Value (8.5/10 vs 7.0/10) — features and performance relative to price.
Which is better for Travel, the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 or the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless?+
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless scores higher on Travel (8.0/10 vs 7.0/10) — foldability, case, ANC on planes, battery for long trips.
Which is better for Features, the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 or the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless?+
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless scores higher on Features (8.5/10 vs 7.5/10) — app ecosystem, multipoint, spatial audio, extras.
Is the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 worth the price difference over the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless?+
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless is the cheaper option at $399.95 versus $479. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Battery.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 is the better fit if you mainly care about professionals or office. The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless is the better fit for commute.
What's the warranty on the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 vs the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless?+
The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 ships with a 12-month warranty; the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless ships with a 12-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
Cheaper Option
Sony WH-1000XM6 — $449.99
Premium Option
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) — $449.00
Specifications and prices for both products last verified . Scores are calculated from published specifications — see how we compare products.