Best Computer Speakers, Computer Speaker Reviews

Best 2.1 computer speakers

With two small satellite speakers plus a subwoofer, 2.1 computer speakers are a great choice for music, Internet phone calls and other everyday uses. Among the less expensive systems, reviews say the Logitech Z-4 is a… solid choice at a great price. These speakers deliver clear sound with good bass response from the subwoofer and no distortion at higher volumes. They're not as powerful as some more expensive computer speakers, but they are well-suited for small spaces. The Logitech Z-4 system comes with a handy wired control pod.

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DigitalTrends.com: The Logitech Z-4 gets an Editors' Choice award for clear sound, an attractive design and no distortion at high volumes. That ...

Techgage.com: In this entirely positive review, Jen McPherson gives the Logitech Z-4 computer speakers an Editor's Choice award for "perfect ...

NewEgg.com: Most of the more than 250 user-written reviews here give the Logitech Z-4 PC speakers the highest rating possible. These owners ...

Amazon.com: More than 90 owners posting at Amazon.com give the Logitech Z-4 a strong 4.5-star average rating. A surprising number compare it ...

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Best computer speakers for music

Audioengine 2 (A2)

*Est. $200 Compare Prices

Reviewers are impressed with the clarity and detail of the Audioengine 2 (A2) speakers. Even without a subwoofer, bass response is deep, and overall performance compares favorably with speakers that are physically much… larger. This is one of the more expensive 2.0 speaker systems out there, but experts say that if you value music reproduction overall, The Audioengine 2 is worth the cost. These computer speakers are covered by a three-year warranty, which is longer than most speaker systems.

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PCMag.com: The Audioengine 2 (A2) multimedia speakers score well here. Reviewer Tim Gideon says that because of their "stellar" sound and ...

DigitalTrends.com: Though impressed with the clarity and detail of the Audioengine 2 computer speaker system, Jason Tomczak says he had to adjust ...

GoodGearGuide.com: Tom Mainelli is so blown away by the accuracy of the Audioengine 2 (A2) PC speakers that he finds them downright distracting. ...

MaximumPC.com: The Audioengine 2 computer speaker system gets a high rating here. Michael Brown compares it with the larger and well-regarded ...

Amazon.com: The Audioengine 2 (A2) speakers receive reviews from more than 25 owners, who give it a high rating. They agree with the pros ...

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Best surround-sound computer speakers

Logitech Z-5500

*Est. $275 Compare Prices

Reviews are unanimous about the power and sound quality of the Logitech Z-5500 PC speakers. This 5.1 system (which includes five satellite speakers plus a subwoofer) is THX-certified and performs well with all types of… content. That said, the gut-thumping bass and powerful volume the Z-5500 is capable of producing makes the system an especially good choice for lovers of high-adrenaline games and movies. Digital audio inputs make the Logitech Z-5000 easy to use with video game consoles and DVD players as well as computers, and the wireless remote lets you control up to seven sources.

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PCMag.com: Don Labriola calls the Logitech Z-5500 the "ultimate 5.1-channel speaker system" and awards it four stars out of five, with some ...

CNET: In this older report, Nathaniel Wilkins gives a glowing review to the Logitech Z-5500 speakers, despite their high price tag. He ...

DigitalTrends.com: The Logitech Z-5500 surround-sound speaker system gets an Editors' Choice award from Brandon King, who says, "The sound signature ...

GoodGearGuide.com: This Australian gadget review site says the Logitech Z-5500 computer speaker system is great for games and movies. Andrew Kliem ...

NewEgg.com: More than 1,200 owner reviewers combine to give the Logitech Z-5500 PC speakers a five out of five composite rating. Some feel ...

Amazon.com: More than 550 owners have written reviews of the Logitech Z-5500. Most are extremely pleased with their performance. Some report ...

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Best value 5.1 computer speakers

Logitech G51

*Est. $115 Compare Prices

Reviews say that the Logitech G51 is a great value if you're looking for movie and gaming speakers, and want something in between cheap speakers and an audiophile system. While this 5.1 speaker system doesn't quite have… the sound quality of its more expensive sibling, the Logitech Z-5500, but it outperforms most other speaker systems in their price range with good detail. Most critics agree, however, that the Logitech G51 is better for games and movies than for music.

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PCMag.com: Jamie Lendino gives the Logitech G51 speaker system four out of five stars in this detailed report. The speakers are great for ...

Techgage.com: Rory Buszka compares the Logitech G51 computer speakers with Logitech's budget 5.1 system, the X-540. Though bass is "beefier," ...

GoodGearGuide.com: Jesse Sutton feels that the Logitech G51 speaker system is a good value. It's excellent with games and movies, though "bass lacks ...

MaximumPC.com: Although Michael Brown admits that Logitech G51 computer speakers are a good value for games, he's disappointed with their ...

NewEgg.com: More than 180 owners give feedback on the Logitech G51 surround-sound speakers here, with around two-thirds awarding them a ...

Amazon.com: Most posters on Amazon.com are satisfied with the Logitech G51 PC speaker system, giving it an impressive 4.5 out of five rating. ...

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Logitech X-540

*Est. $60 Compare Prices

You'll be hard-pressed to find a less expensive 5.1 system that's as well liked as the Logitech X-540. Like the Logitech G51, these speakers are better for gaming than for music. There's clear sound across all ranges, but… reviewers note some distortion in the higher frequencies. The unit includes a game console adapter, and the control pod makes it easy to adjust volume, bass and surround sound capabilities from the comfort of your seat.

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TheTechLounge.com: Max Slowik gives the Logitech X-540 surround-sound speaker system a Recommended designation for sound quality at a budget price, ...

Techgage.com: This photo-filled review of the Logitech X-540 5.1 speaker system gives it a high rating for value. Greg King mentions, but ...

NewEgg.com: Plenty of owners -- more than 320 at last glance -- give feedback on the Logitech X-540 computer speaker system. Most are ...

Amazon.com: Amazon.com only has around half as many owner-written reviews for the Logitech X-540 5.1-channel speaker system as Newegg.com, ...

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Computer Speakers: Reviews

Best 2.1 computer speakers

Best computer speakers for music

Best surround-sound computer speakers

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Budget surround-sound PC speakers

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