Edifier QR65

Edifier QR65

A compact Hi-Res desktop monitor pair with 70 W RMS, light effects and a built-in 65 W GaN charger.

  • 2.0 desktop
  • 70 W
  • Bluetooth, USB, RCA

PCPR score

7.9

Good

Best price we’ve seen

$370Nov 9

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The short version

The QR65 is a 2.0 desktop active speaker pair with 1.25-inch tweeters, 2.75-inch mid-low drivers and 70 W RMS, certified for Hi-Res Audio and Hi-Res Audio Wireless with LDAC over Bluetooth 5.3. A built-in charger can deliver 65 W over USB-C, which is unusual on speakers. Light effects are preset and customizable. The sound claims here are Edifier's, as independent measurements were not available.

Pros

  • Built-in 65 W GaN USB-C charger
  • Hi-Res Audio certified, with LDAC over Bluetooth 5.3
  • 70 W RMS from separate treble and mid-low amplification
  • Preset and custom light effects

Cons

  • Costs far more than basic Bluetooth desktop speakers
  • No optical or 3.5 mm input listed

Best for

  • Tidy desks that want one box for audio and charging
  • Bluetooth LDAC sources

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Full specifications

Core

Type
2.0 desktop

Performance

Power
70 W

Connectivity

Inputs
Bluetooth, USB, RCA

Features

RGB
Yes

Physical

Dimensions
141.5 x 213 x 216.8 mm active, 130 x 213 x 212 mm passive (W x H x D)

Compatibility notes

  • Inputs are Bluetooth 5.3, USB-A and RCA; Edifier lists no optical or 3.5 mm input.
  • Charging output is rated at up to 65 W.

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Where to buy

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Video reviews

Overview · Guide

Edifier QR65 - Desktop Active Monitor with GaN Charger

Edifier Global

Edifier's own short product video introducing the QR65 desktop monitors and their built-in GaN charger.

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Common questions

Can the QR65 charge a laptop?

Edifier specifies a built-in GaN charger with up to 65 W output, which covers many USB-C laptops. Check your laptop's charging requirement before relying on it.

What inputs does it have?

Edifier lists Bluetooth 5.3, USB-A and RCA audio inputs. The USB-A and RCA ports support high-resolution audio according to the maker.

Does it have RGB lighting?

Yes. Edifier describes preset and custom light effects driven by its TempoAbyss technology.

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