Find The Right Pc-Speakers

Logitech Z-5

While we weren't blown away by their sound, the Logitech Z-5s' combination of a simple, clean design, USB connectivity, and some basic remote operation make them a decent value in the sub-$100 PC speaker space.

Lacie USB Speakers

The LaCie USB speakers are too expensive for a niche product that places style over substance. The speakers look fancy and will undoubtedly attract attention...until you actually hear them.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 5.3 in x 3.5 in x 3.9 in, Active, 1 Watt

Parrot DS1120 wireless hi-fi speaker system

While pricey, the Parrot DS1120 Bluetooth speaker system offers a great combination of good sound and stylish looks.

Specs: wireless speaker system, 6 in x 5.2 in x 5.7 in, Active, 15 Watt

Bose Companion 2 Series II (graphite)

Bose's entry-level Companion 2 Series II speakers offer good bass and dual inputs--but they're not the best-sounding PC speakers in their price class.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, Active

Bose Computer MusicMonitor

The tiny Bose MusicMonitor computer speakers are ideal for buyers who need the smallest possible speakers, but you can find better-sounding--albeit much larger--alternatives at this price.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 2.5 in x 4.1 in x 4.1 in, Metallic silver, Active

Creative GigaWorks T40 PC Multimedia Speakers

The Creative GigaWorks T40 is a good choice for those looking for larger than average size and sound in their PC speakers.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 4.6 in x 5.9 in x 12.6 in, Active, 14 Watt

Yamaha NX-A01 (black)

The Yamaha NX-A01 won us over with its minimal design and sound quality, but don't expect it to blow the roof off.

Specs: speaker system, 3.3 in x 3.3 in x 3.5 in, Black, Active, 33 KOhm, 4 Watt

Yamaha NX-A01 (white)

The Yamaha NX-A01 won us over with its minimal design and sound quality, but don't expect it to blow the roof off.

Specs: speaker system, 3.3 in x 3.3 in x 3.5 in, White, Active, 33 KOhm, 4 Watt

Swans HiVi Multimedia Speakers

Swans created a great-looking, affordable product that falls short on bass.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 4.8 in x 4.8 in x 4.8 in, White, Active, 33 KOhm, 85 dB, 5 Watt

Logitech Z-10

Logitech's Z-10 speakers are exceedingly stylish, sound great and are tightly integrated with most Windows-based software audio players.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 2-way Active, 15 Watt

JLab B-Flex Hi-Fi USB Speaker (black)

For emergency audio needs or casual background music, the JLab B-Flex Hi-Fi USB Speaker is worth adding to your travel bag--yet audiophiles don't need us to tell them what to expect from a 2-watt speaker system.

Specs: portable speakers, 3.3 in x 1.3 in x 7 in, Black, Active, 1 Watt

JLab B-Flex Hi-Fi USB Speaker (white)

For emergency audio needs or casual background music, the JLab B-Flex Hi-Fi USB Speaker is worth adding to your travel bag--yet audiophiles don't need us to tell them what to expect from a 2-watt speaker system.

Specs: portable speakers, 3.3 in x 1.3 in x 7 in, White, Active, 1 Watt

Logitech V20 notebook speakers

The USB-powered Logitech V20 laptop speakers keep extra cables to a minimum and sound great, as long as you're not listening to hip-hop at maximum volume.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 4 Ohm, 1 Watt

Logitech Wireless Music System for PC

The Logitech Wireless Music System can wirelessly stream any audio file format from your PC to your home stereo system, but you'll have to fly blind because it doesn't have a visual user interface.

Specs: Black

Harmon JBL Creature

The various color schemes, sleek curves, and shiny body of the JBL Creature Speakers are sure to add a stylish twist to any workstation.

Specs: PC multimedia speaker system, Metallic silver, Active, 5 KOhm, 8 Watt, 24 Watt

Creative I-Trigue L3800

Though not as powerful as the competition, the Creative I-Trigue L3800 2.1 speakers still pack some punch and offer a wireless remote to boot.

Specs: PC multimedia speaker system, Active, 30 Watt, 9 Watt

Logitech Z-5450 Digital 5.1

It's not as powerful as Logitech's wired Z-5500, but the benefits of the Z-5450's wireless rear-channel speakers outweigh the minor quality issues.

Specs: PC multimedia home theater speaker system, Active, 40.5 Watt, 38 Watt, 42 Watt, 116 Watt

Logitech Z4

The Logitech Z-4 2.1 speakers improve on the lackluster Z-3s in both audio output quality and design.

Specs: PC multimedia speaker system, Active, 8.5 Watt, 23 Watt

Logitech Z-4i

The Logitech Z-4i 2.1 speakers improve on the lackluster Z-3s' in both audio output quality and design.

Specs: PC multimedia speaker system, White, Active, 8.5 Watt, 23 Watt

Altec Lansing MX5021

Altec Lansing's three-piece speaker system lets you get more mileage from your Roady XM radio.

Specs: PC multimedia speaker system, Active, 20 Watt, 50 Watt