Find The Right PC Speakers

Mint Studio Speaker System

The Mint Studio Speaker System combines a great-sounding iPod speaker dock with the ability to wirelessly stream audio from any PC or Mac to up to three speaker docks.

M-Audio Studiophile AV 30

M-Audio's Studiophile AV 30 speaker system delivers powerful, detailed sound in a relatively compact space, and does it all at a remarkably low price.

Specs: left / right channel speakers, 5.5 in x 6.3 in x 7.9 in, 2-way Active, 15 Watt

Logitech Speaker System Z320

Logitech's Speaker System Z320 offers decent but unspectacular sound at a reasonable price point.

Specs: 3.5 in x 7.8 in x 3.5 in, Active, 5 Watt

JBL Duet III

While the JBL Duet III speakers just don't have a lot of oomph to them, they look good and offer decent sound.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 4.6 in x 4.6 in x 12 in, Black, Active, 3 KOhm, 10 Watt

JBL Duet II

If you're in the market for a fun-looking, clear-sounding set of speakers for you office or dorm room, the JBL Duet II is a good choice.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 4 in x 4 in x 10 in, Black, Active, 3 KOhm, 6 Watt

Edifier MP300 Plus

The Edifier MP300 Plus is a well-designed, affordable, micro PC speaker system for laptops, but it only sounds good at close range.

Altec Lansing Expressionist Classic FX2020

Altec Lansing's Expressionist Classic FX2020 PC speakers may not blow you away with their sound quality, but their distinctive look will win them some fans.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 5 in x 6.3 in x 5 in, Active, 7.5 Watt

Altec Lansing Expressionist Bass FX3022

While the great-looking Altec Lansing Expressionist Bass FX3022 multimedia speakers fall a little short for music listening, their potent bass makes them a better choice for gaming and movie watching.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 5.3 in x 5.3 in x 10 in, Active, 3.5 Watt, 9 Watt

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.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, Active

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 (silver)

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

Parrot Sound System

Parrot's Bluetooth Sound System is expensive, but if you're looking for a set of attractive and good-sounding wireless speakers to stream music from your Bluetooth phone, PC, or--with optional dongle--iPod, it certainly fits the bill.

Specs: wireless PC multimedia speakers, Active, 60 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 (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