Best computer speakers

best computer speakers
Whatever you want from your audio experience, one of these best computer speakers will fit the bill.

Can’t decide whether getting one of the best computer speakers for your PC is worth it? Many gamers agree – to truly experience immersive audio while PC gaming, using one of the best gaming headsets is the way to go. However, wearing headphones can become fatiguing when you’ve worn them for a long time, which makes the best computer speakers a stellar alternative.

Having one of the best computer speakers in your PC setup, whether you’ve got a laptop or a PC, will help enhance your computer’s audio output. Especially one with an incredible sound stage, high-quality speakers will give you a more immersive experience when you’re watching movies, gaming or just listening to good music.

Lucky for you, we scoured the market for the best computer speakers out there, to make it easier for you to pick the right one for your setup and your budget. From affordable audio outputs to superior-quality speakers, you’ll find one for you on this list.

Audioengine A2+

Audioengine A2+ will function with your PC’s USB port for uncompressed audio and amazing sound quality with its built-in DAC. (Image credit: Audioengine)

Audioengine A2+

Specifications

Weight: 1.6kg left, 1.4kg right
Size: 6in x 4in x 5.25in
Drivers: 2.75-inch Kevlar woofers, ¾-inch silk dome tweeters
Supported Connectivity: Wireless with Audioengine’s W3 adapter
Audio Inputs: USB, RCA, 3.5mm stereo mini-jack
Outputs: RCA

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Uncompressed audio

While the Audioengine A2+ are aging devices, they are still conceivably among the best computer speakers on the market. These slick-looking speakers will function with your PC’s USB port for uncompressed audio and amazing sound quality with its built-in DAC. The Audioengine A2+ comes sans subwoofer. However, if you really need that deep bass for extra rumble, that’s hardly a deal breaker: mostly because there is an RCA output, so it’s simple to connect an external woofer, which Audioengine also sells separately.

Logitech Z623

Logitech Z623's subwoofer produces a powerful, deep sound. (Image credit: Logitech)

Logitech Z623

Specifications

Weight: 0.95kg left, 1kg right; 7kg subwoofer
Size: 7.7in x 4.6in x 5.0in speakers; 11.2in x 12in x 10.5in subwoofer
Drivers: 2.5-inch front-firing, sealed drivers, 7-inch bass-reflex subwoofer
Supported Connectivity: none
Audio Inputs: 3.5mm jack, RCA
Outputs: headphone jack

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Powerful subwoofer

They may be more expensive than you’d expect to pay for Logitech’s best computer speakers, but the Logitech Z623 speakers are still pretty reasonable, considering that they’re an audio beast. The Z623 may look like a typical set of speakers, but the subwoofer produces a powerful, deep sound that can easily be adjusted up or down based on your preference. As a bonus, these speakers have an impressive soundstage – with great highs and mids – making for an extremely immersive gaming and movie audio experience.

Logitech G560

The Logitech G560 speakers are one of the best computer speakers for gaming. (Image credit: Logitech)

Logitech G560

Specifications

Weight: 1.79kg left, 1.79kg right, 5.5kg sub
Size (Satellites): 5.8 x 6.5 x 4.6 inches
Size (Sub): 15.9 x 10 x 8.1 inches
Drivers: 6.5-inch subwoofer, 2-inch tweeters
Supported Connectivity: USB, 3.5mm, Bluetooth
Audio Inputs: USB, 3.5mm stereo mini-jack
Outputs: Headphone

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 Brilliant RGB lighting   

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When it comes to computer accessories, Logitech is a household name. However, the G560 takes the company’s speaker prowess up a level. These are the first Logitech computer speakers created specifically for gaming, and the manufacturer’s hard work has more than paid off. The Logitech G560 speakers are, without a doubt, one of the best computer speakers for gaming. Not only do they have RGB lighting – a must for gaming peripherals in 2019 – but through Logitech’s software, the multi-colored illumination can adjust to any kind of content you consume for a more brilliant, not to mention mesmerizing, experience.

Harman Kardon Soundsticks III

The Harman Kardon Soundsticks III speaker and sub combo features booming bass. (Image credit: Harman Kardon)

Harman Kardon Soundsticks III

Specifications

Weight: 2.04kg
Size: 10in x 2x satellites; 10.8in x 9in subwoofer
Drivers: four 1-inch full range transducers
Supported Connectivity: none
Audio Inputs: 3.5mm jack
Outputs: none

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Futuristic look

Sure, the Harmon Kardon Soundsticks III may look like a bloom of jellyfish. These translucent computer speakers look more like a modern art installation protesting rising ocean temperatures, but you’ll appreciate them once you hit that power button. These are certainly an excellent speaker system that belong on our best computer speakers list. This speaker and sub combo features booming bass, thanks to its woofer, as well as detailed highs. Finally, you get that amazing sound at a good price, making it ideal for music fans with a mid-range budget.

Edifier E25 Luna Eclipse

Edifier E25 Luna Eclipse offers a powerful but well-controlled bass, as well as great balanced sound. (Image credit: Edifier)

Edifier E25 Luna Eclipse

Specifications

Weight: 3.6kg
Size: 4.8in x 8.35in x 8.74in
Drivers: ¾-inch silk dome tweeter, 3-inch full-range bass driver
Supported Connectivity: Bluetooth
Audio Inputs: Bluetooth, 3.5mm jack
Outputs: USB port for charging, headphone jack

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Gorgeous design

The Edifier E25 Luna Eclipse is a staggering speaker setup that not only has an enticing design, but also sounds terrific. It’s meant for folks who like a lot of rumbling and booming bass. The Luna, which comes in red, white and black colors, offers a powerful but well-controlled bass, as well as great balance with sharp mids and good stereo separation. It even includes a nifty little remote control so you don’t have to get up if you’re feeling lazy. The Luna Eclipse are some of the best computer speakers out there, especially if you like to pump up the volume with little to no distortion.

AudioEngine HD3 Wireless Speakers

AudioEngine HD3 Wireless Speakers have USB Audio and Dual Analog Audio Inputs. (Image credit: AudioEngine)

AudioEngine HD3 Wireless Speakers

Specifications

Weight: 1.8kg left, 1.5kg right
Size: 11.6″ x 11.75″ x 8.8″
Drivers: 2.75-inch aramid fiber woofers, ¾-inc silk dome tweeters
Supported Connectivity: Advanced Bluetooth Wireless
Audio Inputs: 3.5mm stereo mini-jack, stereo RCA, USB
Outputs: RCA variable line-out, 3.5mm mini-jack headphone out

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Low latency

Wireless speakers might not make the cut for gaming, where every millisecond counts, but that’s why you should opt for the AudioEngine HD 3. The beauty of these speakers is that it offers the best of both worlds. They’ve only got about 30ms of latency when using the wireless connection, so latency is practically negligible as far as listening to audio, watching videos and doing casual gaming. For competitive gamers, these also have USB Audio and Dual Analog Audio Inputs, not to mention subwoofer output for that extra rumble. And, since it is made by AudioEngine, you know the sound quality is top-notch.

Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX

The THX-certified Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX boasts a wide frequency range of 31Hz to 20kHz and detailed audio quality. (Image credit: Klipsch)

Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX

Specifications

Weight: 0.95kg satellite; 5kg subwoofer
Size: 8.5in x 4.2in x 5.67x satellite; 9.5in x 9.8in x 10.2in subwoofer
Drivers: ¾-inch Poly compression tweeter, 6.5-inc side-firing, long-throw fiber composite cone woofer
Supported Connectivity: none
Audio Inputs: MP3 two-channel soundcard miniplug
Outputs: headphone jack

Reasons to buy

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Stunning value

The Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 speaker system offers fantastic, versatile sound. This means regardless of whether you’re listening to music, watching movies or gaming, you’re getting the best computer speaker experience. These THX-certified speakers boast a lot of power, a wide frequency range of 31Hz to 20kHz, and detailed audio quality with strong bass, maximum clarity and great balance. When we say it’s powerful enough to replicate that home theater quality in your living room, we’re not exaggerating. The best part is that the price is very reasonable.

Mackie CR4BT

The Mackie CR4BT promises professional-grade performance. (Image credit: Mackie)

Mackie CR4BT

Specifications

Weight: 6kg
Size: 11.6in x 9.4in x 17in
Drivers: three 2.25-inch full-range drivers
Supported Connectivity: Bluetooth
Audio Inputs: Bluetooth, RCA, ¼-inch, 1/8-inch
Outputs: headphone jack

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Professional-grade tuning 

The Mackie CR4BT promises professional-grade performance. True, it has its share of drawbacks – including a weaker mid-range and bass that cut off at 70 Hz, meaning while there’s good bass presence, you might be missing that extra low stuff. However, they do sound great for a premium pair of speakers, and the pros include the acoustic foam pads to isolate the speakers from the surface below it, as well as the front auxiliary input. These aren’t your run-of-the-mill peripherals; they are the best computer speakers if you do a lot of multimedia creation and production-related work.

Michelle Rae Uy
Contributor

Michelle Rae Uy is the former Computing Reviews and Buying Guides Editor at TechRadar. She's a Los Angeles-based tech, travel and lifestyle writer covering a wide range of topics, from computing to the latest in green commutes to the best hiking trails. She's an ambivert who enjoys communing with nature and traveling for months at a time just as much as watching movies and playing sim games at home. That also means that she has a lot more avenues to explore in terms of understanding how tech can improve the different aspects of our lives.