Name: Audioengine A5 Plus
Brand: Audioengine
SKU: 653e0d00-2785-4847-bd2f-d1c9048ce4b8
Price: 499.0 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 9.1 (1749 reviews)

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Experts recommend Logitech G560 more than Audioengine A5 Plus

As of 15 Jan 2025, experts prefer Logitech G560 over Audioengine A5 Plus, but both Computer Speakers have solid expert endorsements.

As per this month's meta ranking, Logitech G560 received 4 recommendations: from Tom's Guide (21 Jun 2024), PC Gamer (5 Dec 2024) SoundGuys (15 Jan 2024) and 1 other. By contrast, Audioengine A5 Plus received only 1 recommendation from PCMag (18 Nov 2024).

Rank	Change	Price	Computer Speaker	CNET	TechRadar	Wirecutter	PCMag	Tom's Guide	PC Gamer	SoundGuys	Laptop Mag	Digital Trends	IGN
2	-	$236	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.	-	-	-	-	5	1	4	-	5	-
14	N/A	$499	Audioengine A5 Plus The Audioengine A5 Plus Wireless speakers are highly recommended for their outstanding audio performance, versatile connectivity options, and stylish design.	-	-	-	1	-	-	-	-	-	-

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Endorsement summary:

On 18 Nov 2024 PCMag ranked Audioengine A5 Plus as #1

Rank Computer Speaker Comment

#1 out of 10 Audioengine A5 Plus
Best for Audiophiles / Editors' Choice

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Source: www.pcmag.com
On 21 Jun 2024 Tom's Guide ranked Logitech G560 as #5

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#5 out of 6 Logitech G560
The best computer speakers with big sound for gamers

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Source: www.tomsguide.com
On 5 Dec 2024 PC Gamer ranked Logitech G560 as #1

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#1 out of 7 Logitech G560
The best gaming PC speakers

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Source: www.pcgamer.com
On 15 Jan 2024 SoundGuys ranked Logitech G560 as #4

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#4 out of 5 Logitech G560
Best for Gamers

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Source: www.soundguys.com
On 27 Apr 2022 Digital Trends ranked Logitech G560 as #5

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#5 out of 6 Logitech G560
The best RGB computer speakers

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Source: www.digitaltrends.com

After counting and adding up the 81 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Logitech G560 outranks Audioengine A5 Plus. This is not to say that Audioengine A5 Plus is a bad option. Like Logitech G560, it is recommended by experts, but less.

MetaRanking Common points from expert reviews summarized.

As can be seen below, Logitech G560 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Audioengine A5 Plus is not.

Rank	Change	Price	Computer Speaker	CNET	TechRadar	Wirecutter	PCMag	Tom's Guide	PC Gamer	SoundGuys	Laptop Mag	Digital Trends	IGN
1	-	$103	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.	5	1	-	6	-	3	-	-	4	-
2	-	$236	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.	-	-	-	-	5	1	4	-	5	-
3	-	$57	Creative Pebble Pro	-	-	2	2	-	-	2	-	-	3
4	-	$279	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.	7	-	-	-	-	-	-	7	1	-
5	-	$38	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.	3	-	-	-	2	-	-	3	-	-
6	-	$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.	-	2	-	-	-	2	-	-	6	-
7	-	$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.	-	-	-	-	-	-	1	2	-	-
8	-	$800	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.	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	4	-	1
9	-	$757	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.	-	6	-	10	-	-	-	-	-	6
10	-	$250	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.	9	9	-	7	-	-	-	-	-	-
11	-	$150	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.	2	-	-	-	-	-	-	6	-	-
17	-	$350	Kanto Ora	-	-	-	-	3	7	-	-	-	-
18	-	$485	SteelSeries Arena 9 The SteelSeries Arena 9 computer speaker is a powerful and immersive audio solution for gamers and multimedia enthusiasts looking to enhance their entertainment experience.	-	3	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	9
19	+1	$250	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.	10	-	-	3	-	-	-	-	-	-
20	-1	$299	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.	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	10	3	-
21	+1	$125	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.	4	5	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
22	-1	$330	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.	-	-	-	-	-	4	-	-	-	5
23	-	$100	BlueAnt Soundblade	-	-	-	-	6	5	-	-	-	-
24	-	$300	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.	-	-	-	5	-	-	-	9	-	-
25	-	$399	Audioengine A5 Plus	8	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	7
26	-	$200	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.	11	-	-	9	-	-	-	-	-	-
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [18]

91

Total expert reviews: 18

with a score: 5
without a score: 13

Highest score by cravingtech.com	100
Average score based on 18 reviews	91
Lowest score by TechWalls	82

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20

Expert reviews [26]

85

Total expert reviews: 26

with a score: 16
without a score: 10

Highest score by techadvisor	100
Average score based on 26 reviews	85
Lowest score by TechnoBuffalo	70

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20

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BLUETOOTH APTX-HD - Simple wireless connection to your bookshelf speakers from up to 100ft away with your smartphone or computer
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