11 best computer speakers (2025), tested and examined

Other computer speakers that we have tested

There are tons of computer speakers on the market, and many of those we have tested are perfectly well, but do not deserve a place above for one reason or another.

Creator of Onkyo GX-10DB for $ 249: Capable of producing a warm and rich sound, Onkyo’s speakers are perfect for your office and are delivered with tilted supports (although they are plastic). Connectivity options are solid, with USB-C, Optics and Stereo RCA inputs, and the management of Bluetooth 5.3. These speakers become a little stronger than our first choice, although you had to associate a subwoofer if you are in the bass (there is a port of subwoofer). Unfortunately, the volume button at the rear of the right speaker is difficult to reach, the thin remote control has a strange arrangement and the source source on the front is always lit. But what I fought with the most is the automatic power (Onkyo says that this “functionality” is an eco-regulation in Europe) which deactivates the speakers if they are not used for 15 minutes. If you have more space and you want more power, I also tested the series of Onkyo Creator GX-30ARC ($ 350), which becomes much stronger and adds a decent bass stroke.

Creative Pebble X Plus for $ 120: If our budgetary choice does not quite for you, Creative’s Pebble X Plus adds a cube -shaped subwoofer under your office. The largest speakers, with RGB lighting, are also more powerful, and the submarine provides impactful bass. They seem good enough for money. Connectivity is also reinforced compared to the V3 above, with helmets and microphones and Bluetooth 5.3, but all this invariably has a higher cost.

Photography: Simon Hill

Soundblade by Bluant for $ 100: If there was a price for the most elegant soundbar, the Blueant curve soundblade would win. The soundblade also offers surprisingly nuanced sound and a real bass punch, gracked with the integrated subwoofer. He is supposed to sit under your instructor but not serve as a stand or a rising column (unfortunately, Bluant told me not to put anything on it). Connectivity is good with USB-C, 3.5 mm or Bluetooth 5.3, but the vocal prompts are boring. It sounded well for movies and games, but slightly muddy mediums and selected highs hampered music. It comes with a practical remote control.

Oxs Thunder Lite for $ 150: This compact sound bar does not have the bells and whistles of its biggest brother above, but is much more affordable. It can become very strong, supports virtual surround sound and comes with a small remote control. Unfortunately, the separation was poor, so it was difficult to say where the sounds came from in the games, and it is seriously lacking in a bass for a sound bar with thunder in his name. Connectivity includes USB-C, 3.5 mm, optics or HDMI, and it supports Bluetooth 5.0.

Photography: Simon Hill

Edify QR65 for $ 500: Offering chic looks with super-cool lighting effects and a very large and powerful sound, these speakers are excellent for music, films or games. They also come with two tilted supports to point them out of the ears. They have USB, RCA and Bluetooth 5.3 inputs and USB ports to load your gadgets. The commands are decent, with a physical button on the right speaker for power and bicycle through the modes. The problem is that they are huge and will not adapt to most desktop computers, including mine.

Creative Sound Blaster GS5 for $ 100: Although it does not have the power of the Oxs Thunder Lite above, this sound bar is cheaper and corresponds to connectivity, even adding fresh RGB lighting to the underside. It also has remote and decent software to make equalization and lighting adjustments. The sound lacks clarity and bass is limited, but it is a small solid sound bar for money and works well as an office device.

V2 creative step for $ 100: This affordable sound bar offers excellent connectivity with HDMI ARC, Optique, USB, 3.5 mm and Bluetooth 5.0. But it is not particularly powerful, may seem muddy and flat, and has a short cable (not good for stand offices). The subwoofer lends decent bass, there is a remote control and I like the option of Clear dialogue to refine the voices, but you can do better.

Photography: Simon Hill

Duo House of Marley Get Together for $ 150: Sporting an attractive and ecological mixture of bamboo and fabric, the Duo Get Together from House of Marley is affordable. They connect via Bluetooth 5.0, RCA or 3.5 mm. There is no subwoofer, the mid -range is dominant and they lack something in the top of the range. The right speaker powered by battery can also double as a portable speaker, and you can use them as a library speakers or associate them with the House of Marley hub ($ 160) (8/10, wired review), but as computer speakers, they are simply correct.

Steelseries Arena 3 for $ 170: Sporting a beautiful pear-shaped design with reclining speakers and a subtle brand, the entry-level 3 steelseries arena can become strong. But they lack bass, lose details in the summits and seem a little blurred for music. Even for fans of Steelseries, there are not many reasons to choose them in relation to some of our choices above. They have no lighting, USB or no other extras.

Razer Nommo V2 x for $ 150: The sound quality of Razer’s entry-level speakers is solid for music, although lacking in bass and good for movies and games (there is a THX space support). These speakers without frills are superb but do not have a subwoofer, RGB lighting and a remote control. They offer USB and Bluetooth connectivity and can be personalized in Razer’s Synapse software.

Logitech Z407 for $ 114: A complete 2.1 system at this price is not an easy task. These speakers connect via USB, 3.5 mm or Bluetooth, and there is a wireless distance volume. The construction is cheap, and the sound lacks definition, but there is a good bass stroke of the subwoofer, and the mediums and summits are reasonably clear, provided that you do not reduce the volume too high. The editor -in -chief of Wired Reviews, Julian Chokkattu, says that he used a variation in the Logitech Z series for almost a decade and that recently made them to someone else.

Logitech Z906 5.1 Surround sound speaker system for $ 450: This 5.1 system is certified THX and is delivered with a huge subwoofer, five speakers and a central control unit. The design seems dated, maybe even a little ugly, and you need to operate cables in your room. The sound sound effect is solid, and you can even convert the stereo chain with 3D mode, but overall, it is a heavy bass system.

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