Question 1

Which is better, Mediabridge 12AWG Speaker Wire or AmazonBasics 16-Gauge Speaker Wire?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Mediabridge 12AWG Speaker Wire scores higher overall at 9/10. The Mediabridge 12AWG Speaker Wire scored 9/10 and the AmazonBasics 16-Gauge Speaker Wire scored 7.8/10 in our Best Speaker Wire and Cables 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the Mediabridge 12AWG Speaker Wire worth it over the AmazonBasics 16-Gauge Speaker Wire?

Accepted Answer

The Mediabridge 12AWG Speaker Wire scores 9/10 while the AmazonBasics 16-Gauge Speaker Wire scores 7.8/10. The Mediabridge 12AWG Speaker Wire is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Speaker Wire and Cables 2026 category.

Mediabridge 12AWG Speaker Wire vs AmazonBasics 16-Gauge Speaker Wire: Which to Buy?