Head-to-head · Best Desktop Computer Speakers

Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX vs Logitech Z407

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

Verdict is reader-supported. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Some links on this page are affiliate links — if you click through and buy, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Our ratings are sourced from independent publications, not sponsors.

The short answer

Logitech Z407 comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.4 vs 4.0). Logitech Z407 is best for: Budget-minded desktop users who want real bass, Bluetooth and a wireless control dial without spending much. Read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #5 in Best Desktop Computer Speakers

Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX

4.0

1 source$179as of Nov 2

The Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX is the best-sounding 2.1 desktop speaker system for the money, leading with big, room-filling bass and horn-loaded satellites that stay crisp and clear even at very high volume. THX certification and a measured 95 dB output with no distortion make it a powerhouse for gaming, movies and music. The trade-offs are its lack of Bluetooth and its dated, space-hungry design, but on pure sound-per-dollar it's a long-running classic.

Strengths

— Big, room-filling bass from a powerful 130W-rated subwoofer
— Gets extremely loud – around 95 dB measured – with no distortion
— THX certification and a wide, detailed soundstage from horn-loaded satellites

Watch-outs

— No Bluetooth or wireless connectivity, analog inputs only
— Dated design and no remote or app control
— No tone controls beyond the inline volume pod

$179 · Check Price on Amazon Full review →

Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Desktop Computer Speakers

Logitech Z407

4.4

3 sources$115.5as of Nov 2

The Logitech Z407 is the best-value 2.1 desktop system, delivering powerful, rumbling bass and warm, room-filling sound for around $115 alongside Bluetooth, USB and aux inputs. Its standout feature is a wireless control dial that adjusts volume and bass from across the room. The satellites are basic and the dial takes getting used to, but reviewers repeatedly rank it among the best computer speakers you can buy, making it the smart-value pick here.

Strengths

— Powerful, rumbling bass from a down-firing subwoofer that punches above its price
— Clever wireless control dial with a 20-meter range for volume and bass
— Three inputs: Bluetooth, micro-USB and 3.5mm, all sounding excellent

Watch-outs

— Micro-USB rather than USB-C for the wired digital input

$115.5 · Check Price on Amazon Full review →

How they stack up

Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX

The Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 is the bass and volume king of this group, with a far more powerful subwoofer and higher output than the Logitech Z407, Creative Pebble X Plus or the sub-less Audioengine A2+ Wireless and Edifier R1280T. The trade-off is connectivity: where the Logitech Z407 and Audioengine A2+ Wireless add Bluetooth, the Klipsch is analog-only, betting everything on sound rather than convenience.

Logitech Z407

The Logitech Z407 is the value sweet spot of this group, offering a real subwoofer and Bluetooth for far less than the Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 or Audioengine A2+ Wireless. It has more bass and a wireless control dial the Creative Pebble X Plus lacks, but its single-driver satellites are less capable than the Klipsch's horn-loaded ones, and unlike the Audioengine A2+ Wireless and Edifier R1280T it uses a satellite-plus-sub layout rather than full powered cabinets.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX	Logitech Z407
Channels	2.1	2.1
Drivers	3-inch midrange + MicroTractrix horn tweeter	Single-driver, mid-focused
Connectivity	3.5mm analog inputs (no Bluetooth)	Bluetooth, micro-USB, 3.5mm aux
Frequency Response	Down to 31 Hz	—
Subwoofer	6.5-inch, 130W ported	Down-firing driver
Power Output	100 watts continuous/200 watts peak	80 watts of power
Warranty	Limited Warranty	1 year

← See the full ranking of best desktop computer speakers