Logitech Z323 Review, Are These Speakers Still Viable?

Last Updated on December 4, 2023

In this Logitech Z323 review, we will go over the key details of build quality, sound, features, and whether or not it is a viable speaker system to have today in 2023.

Having used this speaker system for over five years now, my experience contradicts some other reviews you’ll find. I firmly believe that the Logitech Z323 remains a great choice for speakers, especially for those seeking a budget-friendly option without sacrificing audio quality.

It isn’t designed to be one of the top-rated speaker systems of all time, but rather a practical solution for folks who want a decent bass experience without breaking the bank, making it a viable option in the sub-$80 range.

As of 2023, I continue to use this speaker system, and I have no immediate plans to upgrade. It has absolutely stood the test of time and continues to have the same level of sound quality from the day I initially started using this speaker system back in 2017.

With that, let’s get to the review.

Product: Logitech Z323 Speaker System

Recommended Price: Under $80

Cheapest Place To Buy: Amazon.com

Warranty: 2 Year Limited Hardware (More Info)

My Rating: Find out below!

Logitech Z323 Sound

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First things first, the sound is the most important part of any speaker system.  When you’re shopping around for speakers to go with your PC you want them to be bold and loud without having a low-quality, scratchy sound.

To be honest you don’t get the ultimate sound quality with these. It’s not the best that’s out there.

For those of you who consider yourself an audiophile, you’re not going to be completely satisfied here. That’s what the more expensive speaker systems are for.

But if you’re looking for something that bumps a heavy level of bass, has quality levels of higher audio levels and stands the test of time then these should be on your radar.

For less than $50 you get two speakers that, even when the bass volume is turned down all the way, sound excellent. You won’t be blasting these speakers at full volume – at that point you get a scratchy, low-quality sound.

With that, even at half volume, you’re going to be filling up the room with sound. You’ll be able to hear these from a couple of rooms away at the half-volume mark.

In the context of needing to fill up a room with music, you’re good to go with these.

I would say that the max volume for comfort and without blowing a speaker would be to be a bit past the halfway point and then it’s enough to fill up a room, you’d be able to hear the sound/music in every room in a three bedroom apartment for example.

This is because it’s what is considered a “360°” sound system. There are speakers in the front and back of the satellites and there are speakers in the front and bottom of the subwoofer.

This provides a more balanced sound no matter where you’re listening from in the room.

I’ve had a regular sound system before, even with a subwoofer included, and I could tell the difference between having those extra speakers and not having them.

It’s not worlds apart as a difference, but enough to tell. I enjoy having those extra speakers included, even more so if I had my PC or whatever device centered in a room.

As far as the size of the system, the subwoofer is actually smaller than what I anticipated.

This isn’t to be mistaken that since it’s a smaller subwoofer that it doesn’t provide adequate bass because it sure does, mainly because of the 360° sound.

The satellites are a decent size, a bit taller than I expected. I’ve got the dimensions on the right for those that want the exact dimensions.

Now that sound is out of the way it’s time to talk about the features that come with these speakers. You’re able to hook up almost whatever you want to these speakers as well as using them as a way to use earbuds if you desire to.

Logitech Z323 Features

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There isn’t a whole lot to talk about here as Logitech decided to stick with the basics here.

There is an option to include a Bluetooth audio adapter which changes things up, but I didn’t need that so I have no experience there.

There are two 3.5mm inputs, an RCA input for consoles and the like, and a headphone jack for those who might want to use earbuds.

You’ve got your overall volume adjustment on the right satellite, the headphone jack on the right satellite as well as another port there to use another audio source at the same time.

There is nothing to adjust or add with the left satellite.

On the subwoofer, you’ve got right and left AUX inputs, a plug for the left and right satellites, and a bass volume adjustment that is a dial.

The satellites output 6W of power whereas the subwoofer outputs 18W of power.

You can completely deplete the bass levels if you wanted to, though the speakers really shine when used altogether.

As I stated before, you will most likely never have these at full volume as the audio quality gets scratchy and it feels like there is the potential of blowing a speaker at the higher levels of volume.

Using the jack for earbuds was actually better than expected, although the quality is surely different depending on what earbuds you’re using. I have earbuds that are around the $20-$30 range so not the best but not the worst.

Quality was great, the bass output was what you’d expect out of a decently made set of earbuds. I don’t have another device to use simultaneously with the other jack but with the earbuds, it worked and it would output another device just fine.

Logitech Z323 Build Quality

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Another important part of speakers is the build quality.

What is the material like?

Will it stand the test of time?

As I said earlier it has been over five years now that I’ve used this system consistently for my PC and they’ve done very well.

Logitech has always been good about making sure that the build quality is done right, there isn’t anything about this system that seems cheap.

With a previous system, I noticed that the portion where you plug in a speaker with prongs became bent after long use.

I haven’t had this problem with these, they’ve kept their quality through and through. These were a nice upgrade.

Every part is sturdy and the speakers themselves have not been blown out or had any problems over the past year.

Getting it all set up is a breeze, they were automatically recognized by the audio drivers. There isn’t any specific software to download with these.

Again, I can’t speak on the Bluetooth adapter as I had no need for it but based on others’ reviews on Amazon it works great.

I noticed that on other reviews such as this one from CNET there is talk of the system not coming with an audio cable and having low-quality sound at higher levels.

Well, they’re wrong.

Maybe back when it was released some packaged units were missing the necessary cabling, but this comes with everything you need 100%.

But yes, if you’re trying to blast the audio at full volume then you’re going to get a distorted sound from both the subwoofer and the satellites.

Though I’m not sure why one would want to try to blast these at full volume since even at half volume it is plenty loud enough, you’d be hearing it from rooms apart.

That’s usually where I have it at when listening to general music while working or whatever else.

The halfway point on the volume is the sweet spot for me!

Should You Get The Logitech Z323 Speakers?

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If you’re looking for a speaker system in 2023 that’s under $80 and includes a subwoofer while knowing that you’re not trying to have the maximum level of volume then I’d recommend these for sure.

If you’re looking for a speaker system that you can max out without any sound quality problems and/or you’re looking for the absolute best quality sound as an audiophile then you should maybe look elsewhere.

I personally don’t see why anyone would need the sound maxed out with these simply because of the quality problem and because at the halfway point it is plenty loud enough to fill a room with quality in mind.

Don’t just take my word for it, there are plenty of reviews on Amazon that also talk about how great these are!

I recommend these if you’re trying to spend less than $80 for a system that includes a subwoofer and you know that you don’t need to have the loudest volume levels possible.

That marks the end of our Logitech Z323 review.

So, do you see yourself picking up the Logitech Z323 speaker system?

What do you like most about them?

Let me know in the comments below! 😀