September 2023
Computer Speakers: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of computer speakers rankings posted by key online experts, as of September 2023.
Summary
On 3 Sep 2023, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 79 computer speaker endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
46 computer speakers were endorsed in total, only 20 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 3 Sep 2023, Logitech Z407 takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed computer speaker with 5 expert endorsements. 1 expert out of 5 recommended it as the '#1 computer speaker' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Creative: 5 computer speakers
(#1 is Creative Pebble Plus)
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Audioengine: 5 computer speakers
(#1 is Audioengine A2 Plus)
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Razer: 5 computer speakers
(#1 is Razer Leviathan V2 Pro)
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Klipsch: 4 computer speakers
(#1 is Klipsch The Fives)
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Edifier: 4 computer speakers
(#1 is Edifier R1280DB)
Price breakdown
At a glance - September Ranking
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IGN
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TechRadar
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CNET
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PCMag
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Tom's Guide
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PC Gamer
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SoundGuys
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Laptop Mag
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Wirecutter
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Digital Trends
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- | $113 |
Logitech Z407
The Logitech Z407 is a compact and affordable speaker system that delivers impressive sound quality, offers both wired and wireless connectivity options, and is highly compatible with a wide range of devices.
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5
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7
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4
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4
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2
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- | $45 |
Creative Pebble Plus
The Creative Pebble Plus 2.1 USB-Powered Desktop Speakers are a great option for those who want a simple and easy-to-use speaker with decent bass performance, delivering great sound quality and perfect for those who value portability and ease of use.
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6
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3
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Logitech G560
The Logitech G560 computer speakers offer powerful and immersive sound, versatile connectivity options, and customizable RGB lighting, making them a great choice for gamers and music enthusiasts.
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4
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4
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5
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4
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Creative Pebble V3
The Creative Pebble V3 is a budget-friendly computer speaker that offers clear and bright audio with reliable sound quality and minimal distortion at high volume, making it a versatile and highly compatible device suitable for a variety of settings.
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3
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5
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- | $400 |
Klipsch The Fives
The Klipsch The Fives are versatile and feature-packed computer speakers that offer excellent sound quality, a comprehensive range of connectivity options, and easy-to-use controls.
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4
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6
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- | $269 |
Audioengine A2 Plus
The Audioengine A2 Plus Computer Speakers are highly regarded for their audio performance, versatility, and range of connectivity options, making them some of the best computer speakers for under $300.
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7
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7
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1
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7
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- | $349 |
Audioengine HD3
The Audioengine HD3 is a versatile and compact desktop speaker system that offers a balanced and accurate sound profile with a range of connectivity options, making it an ideal choice for those who want high-quality audio in a small space.
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8
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Audioengine A5 Plus Wireless
The Audioengine A5 Plus Wireless speakers are highly recommended for their outstanding audio performance, versatile connectivity options, and stylish design.
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9
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Razer Leviathan V2 Pro
The Razer Leviathan V2 Pro is a stylish and powerful soundbar designed for gamers and movie enthusiasts, offering versatile connectivity options, customizable RGB lighting, and programmable keys controlled through the Razer Synapse and Razer Chroma apps.
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6
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10
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10
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Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX
The Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX is a high-quality computer speaker system that delivers consistent, well-balanced sound suitable for music, movies, and gaming, with a variety of wired connectivity options and compatibility with a range of devices.
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11
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Edifier R1280DB
The Edifier R1280DB is a versatile and budget-friendly speaker system that offers great sound quality and a variety of wired and wireless connectivity options, making it a great choice for small to mid-sized rooms.
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12
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Creative Sound Blaster Katana V2
The Creative Sound Blaster Katana V2 is a versatile and high-quality soundbar that offers impressive sound quality, multiple connectivity options, and customizable features, making it a great investment for gamers and movie enthusiasts.
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5
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17
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- | $300 |
Harman Kardon SoundSticks 4
The Harman Kardon SoundSticks 4 is a well-balanced 2.1-channel speaker system with wired and wireless connectivity options, touch controls, and versatile compatibility, making it suitable for general home audio, movies, and popular music genres.
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10
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18
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Razer Nommo Pro
The Razer Nommo Pro is a high-end speaker system that offers impressive audio performance with a well-balanced and immersive sound profile, suitable for gaming, movies, and music, and can enhance the listening experience for various types of media.
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19
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SteelSeries Arena 3
The SteelSeries Arena 3 Computer Speaker is a versatile and user-friendly speaker system that offers good sound quality and a variety of connectivity options, making it a great choice for gamers and those who need to connect multiple devices.
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5
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Razer Nommo Chroma
The Razer Nommo Chroma is a versatile desktop speaker system with customizable lighting, dedicated volume and bass knobs, and four equalizer presets, making it a great choice for gamers and music enthusiasts.
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Audioengine A1
The Audioengine A1 Computer Speaker is a versatile and compact speaker system that offers good sound quality with both wired and wireless connectivity options, making it a great choice for those who prioritize simplicity and portability.
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Fluance AI61
The Fluance AI61 bookshelf speakers offer powerful and balanced sound quality with versatile connectivity options, making them suitable for home or office use.
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Fluance Ai41
The Fluance Ai41 computer speaker is a versatile and high-quality audio system that offers both wired and wireless connectivity options, making it ideal for general music listening, gaming, podcasts, and other audio content in a small to medium-sized room.
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Razer Leviathan V2
The Razer Leviathan V2 is a customizable and powerful soundbar with limited wired connectivity options but excellent Bluetooth connectivity, making it a great choice for gamers and media enthusiasts who want an immersive audio experience.
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We ranked Logitech Z407 #1 in September 2023 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Logitech Z407 as #1.
TechRadar
The best computer speakers overall
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Impressive sound with rumbling sub
Classy, versatile and compact design
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Wireless control confusing at first
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PCMag
Best Midrange 2.1 Audio System
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Powerful audio performance with rich lows and bright highs
Easy to operate
Affordable
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Subwoofer can distort at top volumes
Hardwired cables are a little short
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PC Gamer
Best mid-range PC speakers
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Great Price
Wireless control knob
Easy to set up
Booming sound
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-Short cable runs
-Subwoofer needs a little more oomph
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We ranked Creative Pebble Plus #2 in September 2023 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
TechRadar
The best budget PC speakers
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Cheap
Quality sound for the price
Unique look
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Only 3.5mm input
No other connectivity, wired or otherwise
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PCMag
Most Affordable 2.1 System / Editors' Choice
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Affordable.
Powerful audio performance with bright, detailed highs and rich lows.
Properly angled drivers.
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Lots of wires.
No bass level knob.
Only one input.
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PC Gamer
The best budget computer speakers
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Affordable
Small footprint
Excellent clarity
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Tangle of cables
Bass is a little lacking
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend computer speakers.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of computer speakers, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for September 2023 ranking
IGN
TechRadar
CNET
PCMag
Tom's Guide
PC Gamer
SoundGuys
Laptop Mag
Wirecutter
Digital Trends
We ranked Logitech G560 #3 in September 2023 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Logitech G560 as #1.
Tom's Guide
The best computer speakers with big sound for gamer
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Excellent overall sound
Effective EQ and surround modes
Great bass performance
Impressive lighting options
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Bass levels difficult to control for nighttime gaming
Lighting software can be finicky
Finding space for the large subwoofer may prove tricky
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PC Gamer
The best gaming PC speakers
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Immersive Lightsync RGB lighting
Built in DTS:X Virtual Surround
Solid bass response from subwoofer
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RGB LEDs don't turn off in standby mode
Quite loud, even at low volume
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SoundGuys
Best for Gamers
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RGB lighting syncs with game audio
Integrated DTS:X surround sound
Easy setup
Wired and Bluetooth support
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RGB can be overbearing
Adding speakerscan get expensive
Surround sound not supported on MacOS
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We ranked Creative Pebble V3 #4 in September 2023 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
Tom's Guide
The best computer speakers for style and value
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Impressive sound performance
Space-saving design
Good selection of connectivity options
Price
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Limited bass output
No headphone jack socket
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SoundGuys
Best for Students
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Minimal design
Portable
Price
USB-C
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Bass can ruin certain songs
Plastic build
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Laptop Mag
Best budget computer speakers
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Unbeatable price
Amplified audio mode
Compact enough to travel with and a fit in any space
Bluetooth 5.0
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Crackling at max volume
Won’t replace your home theater system
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We ranked Klipsch The Fives #5 in September 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Klipsch The Fives as #1.
PCMag
Best Connectivity Options / Editors' Choice
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Excellent sound signature with crisp, detailed highs and round, rich bass depth
Handsome design, with removable tweed grilles
Lots of connectivity options, including Bluetooth, HDMI, Optical, and an input for turntables
192kHz/24-bit decoding from USB inputs
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Expensive
No app or EQ support (yet)
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Laptop Mag
Monstrous speakers with monstrous sound
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Stellar sound signature
Beautiful design and controls
Plenty of connection options
Can be paired with most turntables
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Massively sized
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We ranked Audioengine A2 Plus #6 in September 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Audioengine A2 Plus as #1.
Laptop Mag
Superb computer speakers that are hard to come by
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Crisp treble, balanced midrange, and bass
Wide soundfield
Compact and stylish
Useful outputs
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Volume control placed in the back
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We ranked Audioengine HD3 #7 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Audioengine HD3 as #1.
Laptop Mag
Elite bookshelf computer speakers with hi-fi sound
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Crystal clear sound
Built-in DAC and headphone amp
Handsome design
Strong wireless performance
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Not for bass lovers
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We ranked Audioengine A5 Plus Wireless #8 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Audioengine A5 Plus Wireless as #1.
PCMag
Best for Audiophiles / Editors' Choice
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Excellent audio performance with solid bass depth and clarity throughout the frequency range.
High-quality Bluetooth streaming with 24-bit upsampling.
Wired connectivity options.
Can be used with a subwoofer.
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No source knob.
Limited remote control.
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We ranked Razer Leviathan V2 Pro #9 in September 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
TechRadar
The best PC soundbar that delivers a whole lot of rumble
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Powerful subwoofer with a lot of rumble
Great sound imaging, wide soundstage
Head-tracking AI
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High end is lacking
Mid range can be muddy
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PCMag
Best for Spatial Audio
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Impressive spatial audio
Powerful, balanced sound
Convenient controls
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Expensive
High frequencies could be richer
Bluetooth and USB only
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We ranked Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX #10 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
Tom's Guide
Best speaker and subwoofer package for immersive multimedia
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Impressive sub-bass performance with level control
Great clarity with music vocals
Wide stereo soundstage
THX certified for high-quality audio experience
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No Bluetooth support
Finding space for the subwoofer may prove tricky
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We ranked Edifier R1280DB #11 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
Laptop Mag
Solid build quality and sound
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Sophisticated and reliable construction
Well-balanced mids and highs
Bluetooth connectivity and bundled remote control
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Distortion at high volumes
Bass presence could be stronger
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We ranked Creative Sound Blaster Katana V2 #12 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
PC Gamer
Best gaming soundbar
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Versatile
Well designed
Plenty of connections
Designed for gaming
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Bluetooth issues
Expensive for a soundbar
Large for some desks
Cumbersome app
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We ranked Harman Kardon SoundSticks 4 #13 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
PCMag
Most Iconic Design / Editors' Choice
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Balanced, powerful 2.1-channel audio performance
Iconic transparent design
Long cables for ideal stereo separation
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All physical controls are located on the subwoofer
No adjustable EQ or sub settings
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We ranked Razer Nommo Pro #14 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
Laptop Mag
The best computer speakers for gaming
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Immersive sound
Multiple inputs
User-friendly app and software
Striking design
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Up there in price
Sound modes can make low end overbearing
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We ranked SteelSeries Arena 3 #15 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
TechRadar
The best PC speakers for gamers on a budget
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Full, fun, and engaging audio
Surround sound is epic and immersive
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RGB lighting could be more extensive
Needs a little extra space for setup
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We ranked Razer Nommo Chroma #16 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
Tom's Guide
Impressive set of gaming speakers with customizable RGB lighting
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Impressive sound quality
Loud for their size
Customizable Chroma lighting
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A bit bulky
No subwoofer
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PC Gamer
The best PC speakers without a subwoofer
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Fun, subtle RGB
Can go very loud
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Bulky
No dedicated subwoofer
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We ranked Audioengine A1 #17 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
PCMag
Audioengine's Only Wi-Fi Speakers
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Rich, natural, and detailed audio with no digital signal processing
Multiroom playback via app
Wired aux input and subwoofer output
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App doesn’t have an EQ
Not for those seeking powerful bass
Drivers aren't angled upward for ideal playback
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We ranked Fluance AI61 #18 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
PCMag
Best Bluetooth/Wired Computer Speakers
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Rich, detailed audio performance with true stereo separation
Handsome design
Wired and wireless audio options
Discrete bass and treble controls
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Lacks serious sub-bass (but offers subwoofer output)
No companion app
Can clip the beginning of tracks over Bluetooth
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Laptop Mag
Low-priced speakers that get the job done
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Versatile sound performance
Multiple connection options
Lightweight and sturdy
Basic setup
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Slightly expensive
No companion app
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We ranked Fluance Ai41 #19 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
TechRadar
The best Bluetooth computer speakers for music
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Full, high-mid forward sound
Multiple connectivity
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No USB or USB-C
Not quite enough volume for large spaces
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We ranked Razer Leviathan V2 #20 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best computer speakers” rankings.
PCMag
Best Desktop Soundbar for Gamers
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Full, crisp sound with thunderous bass
Good stereo imaging
Customizable RGB lighting
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No 3.5mm or optical audio input
THX Spatial Audio offers limited benefits
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