PC speaker preferences vary from person to person, as it depends on your rig, setup, and the space restrictions of your home or apartment — not to mention your budget. We've broken down this list of best computer speakers to include some more affordable and compact options and round things out with some premium sound solutions.
Creative Sound BlasterX Katana V2
Soundbar
Creative is a familiar brand to anyone who enjoys top-quality hardware, and the Sound BlasterX Katana V2 is an impressive refresh of their gaming soundbar.
Bose Companion 2 (Series III)
Small & mighty
If you want excellent sound quality and value, then you want Bose. You too can have room-filling, immersive sound, so Bose says in every advertisement.
Logitech Z906
5.1 Beast
These Logitech speakers have 500 watts of power to knock your socks off, and they have a detailed control console for reign over all aspects of your sound.
AmazonBasics Speakers 2.0
Budget sounds
As cheap as it gets for reliable PC speakers. Amazon has this 2.0 setup available for next to nothing compared to our other picks. Not built for audiophiles, but these USB speakers are the perfect remedy for weaker built-in monitor audio.
Razer Nommo Pro
Gamers paradise
Razer produces some rock-solid headsets, and the company's Nommo Pro 2.1 sound system is just as good with rich audio and full bass that doesn't drown out.
Creative Pebble 2.0
Value power
For an astonishing price, you get great volume, clarity, a subwoofer, and no need for external power. These speakers perform far above their price tag.
Enjoy your favorite tunes
Depending on your budget, you'll be able to pick up some killer speakers for any PC. If you don't mind having a soundbar on your desk under your display(s), the Sound BlasterX Katana V2 from Creative is an exceptional audio package. Whether you're on the desktop or a couch in front of a TV, the Katana V2 produces some killer sounds and looks the part. There are numerous inputs, Bluetooth connectivity, and even stylish RGB lighting.
If you want to save a little with one of the best budget computer speakers, the Bose Companion 2 Series III offers incredible levels of value and won't break the bank. While not the best speaker solution on our list, Bose offers some high-quality audio with this compact 2.0.
Ben Wilson is a freelance writer working for Windows Central with technical expertise and a background in electronics retail. Fueling a technology and video game obsession with coffee, you can usually find him behind one screen or another.
