
Compact and bus-powered, this speaker plugs into a USB port and works without drivers or a separate power source, making it a straightforward option for anyone who wants basic audio from a laptop without carrying much extra weight. Buy Now at Newegg
- Compact 3.14x1.2x1.78 inch space-saving design
- Plug and play USB connectivity
- Dual stereo speaker units for balanced sound
- Lightweight 90g portable build
- Compatible with USB 1.1 and 2.0 interfaces

The MM-5 is a 2.1 desktop speaker system from Monolith, Monoprice's higher-end audio brand, built around a 5.25" woofer with two 3" satellite speakers and a 50W total power output. At $250, that's $150 off the $400 list price, which puts this closer to the budget desktop speaker range despite the specs sitting well above it. Buy Now at Newegg
- 100W class AB bi-amplification
- 1in silk dome tweeter, 5.25in woofer
- Bass response down to 42Hz
- Bluetooth 5 with Qualcomm aptX HD
- High-resolution wireless audio transmission

Designed for desktop setups, the YU6 is a powered bookshelf speaker with a built-in phono preamp, so you can connect a turntable directly without needing a separate amp or preamp in the chain. Buy Now at Newegg
- Bi-amplified 100W output with silk dome tweeters
- USB-C, Bluetooth, and RCA input connectivity
- Intelligent subwoofer integration below 100Hz
- Swappable stereo orientation for flexible control placement
- Front-mounted knob for volume, input, and power control

Compact USB-powered desktop speakers that work well for anyone who just needs reliable audio at a desk without the clutter of a full speaker setup, currently $18 off the $35 list price. Buy Now at Newegg
- USB-C powered for higher audio volume
- Minimalist space-saving design
- Integrated front-facing volume control knob
- Universal 3.5mm AUX-in audio playback
- Includes USB-C to USB-A adapter