Peripheral Device Deals

Geared toward gamers or desk setups where aesthetics matter as much as audio, these speakers combine basic sound output with LED light effects and a water fountain visual that reacts to the music. Buy Now at Newegg

Designed for desks where you want more audio presence than a soundbar offers, this 2.1 system pairs two satellite speakers with a subwoofer to give your music, games, or movies a bit of low-end weight that standard computer speakers skip entirely. Buy Now at Newegg

Desk-bound setups where you want audio without the hassle of batteries or a separate power adapter are where this kind of speaker makes the most sense. Buy Now at Newegg

The Monolith MM-5R is a powered speaker system aimed at home studio setups or serious desktop listening, where you want built-in amplification without a separate receiver. At $516, that's about $52 off the $568 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Monoprice's DT-3 desktop speakers put out 50 watts and are built for a dedicated listening setup at a desk, making them a reasonable pick if you're moving past cheap computer speakers or a soundbar. At $151, that's about $15 off the $166 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

A compact option for anyone who wants better audio from their desktop setup without dealing with extra cables or a power adapter, since it draws power directly from a USB port. Buy Now at Newegg

Desk setup simplicity is the main appeal here: these plug directly into a USB port for both power and audio, so there are no separate power cables or adapters to manage. Buy Now at Newegg

A USB plug-and-play option suited for small meeting rooms or home office calls where you want clearer audio pickup without dealing with individual headsets for everyone on the call. Buy Now at Newegg

Aimed at home studio setups or anyone who wants more accurate sound reproduction than typical computer speakers, the MR4s give you a flat, balanced frequency response that's useful for mixing music or just hearing audio without coloration. Buy Now at Home Depot

Desk speakers with built-in lighting that pull power directly from your USB port, so there's no separate power adapter to deal with. A reasonable pick for anyone setting up a compact workspace or gaming desk where ambient lighting is part of the aesthetic. Buy Now at Newegg

Speakers that draw power and audio directly from a single USB-C cable are a clean solution for anyone tired of cable clutter on their desk, since there's no separate power brick or audio jack required. Buy Now at Newegg

Bluetooth connectivity is the main selling point here, letting you switch audio between your computer and phone without unplugging anything, which suits a desktop setup where you want basic stereo sound without dealing with cables. Buy Now at Newegg

Designed for remote workers or small teams who want clearer call audio without relying on a laptop's built-in mic and speakers, this plug-and-play speakerphone connects via USB with no software setup required. Buy Now at Newegg

Speakers built into most monitors are an afterthought, so a soundbar like this is a straightforward upgrade for anyone who wants better audio at their desk without dealing with a full speaker setup. Buy Now at Newegg

Straightforward desktop speakers for anyone who wants better audio than their monitor's built-in sound without spending much or taking up a lot of desk space. Buy Now at Newegg

Designed as a replacement or add-on trackball for mobile devices, this is a niche component that's mainly useful if you're repairing or modding a device that uses a physical trackball for navigation. Buy Now at Newegg

Straightforward desktop upgrade for anyone whose monitor or laptop speakers sound thin or flat, since the RGB lighting is a bonus for gaming setups but the audio improvement is the actual reason to buy. Buy Now at Newegg

Desk speakers worth considering if your laptop or monitor's built-in audio feels thin, since these draw power directly from a USB port and skip the need for a separate power adapter. Buy Now at Newegg

Desk speakers worth considering if your laptop or monitor's built-in audio feels flat — these run on USB power with no separate adapter needed, which keeps cable clutter to a minimum. Buy Now at Newegg