Other loudspeakers of the computer we have tested
There are tons of computers on the market speakers and many of those we have tested are perfectly well but do not deserve one point above for one reason or another.
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Creator of Onkyo GX-10DB for $ 249: Capable of producing a warm and rich sound, the onkyo speakers are the perfect dimensions for your desktop and are equipped with angled stands (even if they are plastic). The connectivity options are solid, with USB-C inputs, optical and RCA stereo and support for Bluetooth 5.3. These speakers become a little stronger than our best choice, even if you have to combine a subwoofer if you like bass (there is a subwoofer-out door). Unfortunately, the volume knob on the back of the right speaker is difficult to reach, the thin remote control has a strange layout and the LED source on the front is always on. But what I fought with the most was automatic power (Onkyo says that this “feature” is an ecoregulation in Europe) that turns off the speakers if they are not used for 15 minutes. If you have more space and brames more power, I also tested the Onkyo Creator Series GX -30arc ($ 350)Which is much stronger and adds a decent bass thud.
Creative Pebble X Plus for $ 120: If our choice of budget does not do it enough for you, Pedbble X Plus by Creative adds a cube -shaped subwoofer under the desk. Even the larger speakers, with RGB lighting, are more powerful and the sub provides incisive bass. They seem reasonably good for money. Connectivity is also strengthened compared to the V3 above, with headphones and microphone doors and bluetooth 5.3, but all this invariably has a higher cost.
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Blueant Soundblade for $ 100: If there was a more elegant soundbar prize, the Blueant Curved Blueant would have won. Soundblade also offers a surprisingly nuanced sound and a real bass fist, courtesy of the built -in subwoofer. He should sit under the monitor but do not serve as a stand or upright (unfortunately, the Blueant told me not to put it on). Connectivity is good with USB-C, 3.5 mm or Bluetooth 5.3, but the vocal instructions are annoying. He played well for films and games, but slightly muddy and high retained mediums hindered music. It comes with a comfortable remote control.
Oxs Thunder Lite for $ 150: This compact soundbar lacks bells and whistles of the older brother above, but it is much more convenient. It can become very strong, supports a virtual surrender sound and is supplied with a small remote control. Unfortunately, the separation was scarce, so it was difficult to say where the sounds came from in games, and it is seriously lacking in bass for a soundbar with thunder in its name. Connectivity includes USB-C, 3.5 mm, optics or HDMI and supports Bluetooth 5.0.
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Edifier QR65 for $ 500: Offering class looks with supercool lighting effects and a seriously large and powerful sound, these speakers are excellent for music, movies or games. They also come with two angled stands to point them to the ears. They have USB, RCA and Bluetooth 5.3 Input and USB ports for charging gadgets. The controls are decent, with a physical button on the flat speaker for power and cycling through the methods. The problem is that they are enormous and do not adapt to most desktops, including mine.
Creative Sound Blaster GS5 for $ 100: Even if it does not have the power of the thunder of Oxs that above, this soundbar is cheaper and combines it with connectivity, even adding fresh RGB lighting to the lower part. It also has remote and decent software to make EQ and lighting adjustments. The sound lacks clarity and the bass is limited, but this is a solid and small soundbar for money and works well as a desktop device.
Creative internship V2 for $ 100: This affordable prices at affordable prices offers excellent connectivity with HDMI arch, optical, USB, 3.5 mm AUX and Bluetooth 5.0. But it is not particularly powerful, it may seem muddy and flat and has a short cable (it is not good for the desks). The subwoofer lends some decent bass, there is a remote control and I like the Chiara dialogue option to refine the items, but you can do better.
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House of Marley Meet Together Duo for $ 150: Showing off an attractive and ecological mixture of bamboo and fabric, the Duo Meet Together of House of Marley is convenient. They connect via Bluetooth 5.0, RCA or 3.5 mm AUX. There is no subwoofer, the average range is dominant and something high of the high end is missing. The battery -powered right speaker can also double as a portable speaker and you can use them as bookshop speakers or combine them House of Marley’s Muod it up turnable ($ 160) (8/10, wired review), but as computer speakers, they are simply ok.
Steelseries Arena 3 for $ 170: Showing off a nice pear-shaped design with fire speakers and thin brand, Steelseries’ entry-level 3 arena can become strong. But they lack low, lose details in the maximums and play a little confused for music. Even for Steelseries fans, there are not many reasons to choose them on some of our choices above. They have no lighting, USB or other extras.
Razer Nommo V2 X for $ 150: The sound quality of Razer’s entry-level speakers is solid for music, although free of low and good for movies and games (there is Thx spatial support). These without frills speakers have a nice appearance but they lack a subwoofer, RGB lighting and a remote control. They offer USB and Bluetooth connectivity and can be customized in Razer’s Synapse software.
Logitech Z407 for $ 114: A complete 2.1 system at this price is not an average company. These speakers connect via USB, 3.5 mm or Bluetooth AUX and there is a wireless remote volume. The construction is cheap and the sound lacks definition, but there is a good thunder of low from the subwoofer and high and high are reasonably crunchy, provided that it does not increase the volume too high. Julian Chokkattatt, the editor of the wired reviews, claims to have used a variation of the Logitech Z series for almost a decade and only recently donated them to someone else.
Logitech Z906 5.1 Surround audio speaker system for $ 450: This 5.1 system is THX certified and is supplied with a huge subwoofer, five speakers and a central control unit. The design seems dated, perhaps even a little ugly, and you have to perform cables for your room. The surrephic sound effect is solid and you can even convert the stereo with the 3D mode, but overall it is a heavy system.
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