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25 Cool Gaming Desk Accessories Every Gamer Should Have
Are you a PUBG fanatic? Is Valorant more your speed? Do you spend hours every week, or even every day, battling it out on League of Legends? Regardless of your gaming preferences and your game of choice, we've got a list of essentials to help you PWN the competition...and not the other way around. We have prepared the list of most important gaming setup accessories, which we believe will not only improve your gaming experience but also increase your wellbeings. What’s more, gaming setup accessories will be useful not just for your gaming needs, but for professional needs as well, and much more.
25 Cool Gaming Setup Accessories You Should Have
1. Standing Desk
First of all, just like any real gamer, your main problem (besides glitches and bugs in your favorite games) is most likely the inability to sit at the desk for extended periods of time. We know that it really becomes a nuisance that your body doesn’t want to listen to you and stay sore-free during extended gaming sessions. And sometimes you really have to continue to play, it’s just too fun or you simply have to finish something. This is completely understandable and that’s why you need something that will help fight those back and neck pains that are bound to arise after long sessions. One of the best solutions for gaming desk setup is a height-adjustable standing desk.
Some might think that this is even worse, as you have to stand all the while, but the truth is that you will feel much better standing than sitting for too long. If not that, your body will thank you, as a lot of sitting can cause plenty of health problems in the long run. And we know that it’s really a bother to think about such things, especially if they will happen in the future, but as a long time gamer with all sorts of back and neck problems, I can honestly tell you that it’s much better to think about your health in advance and make sure that you everything remains as it should be in the long run. The future you will praise you for it. Besides the fact that a standing desk is truly beneficial for your health, it can get you to move more and thus really improve your health and fitness level. Take a look at our discussion on the best and easy exercises that you can do at the stand up desk.
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2. Ergonomic Office Chair
The second cool gaming setup accessories we recommend is an ergonomic office chair even though using one instead of a gaming chair might be a strange concept for many of us. But you don't have to take it from us, you can check out a review named ErgoChair Pro (ErgoChair 2) By Autonomous – Goodbye Gaming Chairs written by Keith May - editor at WccFtech. He said that "I’m using it here for my workflow and gaming sessions and it has become a point of contention between my wife and me to the point that I’m having to order her one as well so she’ll stop stealing mine while I’m out."
Having won the WccFtech's Editor Choice of Award, ErgoChair Pro might be worth for you to check out at here. Pair that with a sit to stand desk and you will have a golden combo.
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3. Monitor Stand
With a great height adjustable standing desk made for gaming desk setup, you might not need a monitor stand that will enable you to set your monitor on an even higher level, but more often than not, people prefer to have their monitors on a very high level. The stand-up desk can adjust its height a lot, but it still has its limits, so you’ll probably need something to put the monitor right where you want it to be.
A monitor stand with an adjustable arm is ideal for getting the exact right angle and position. Plus, you can change the angle throughout the day depending on what position you're in. This is especially useful when coupled with a standing desk!
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4. Charging Station for Your Phone
A long time ago gamers didn’t need their smartphones (if you go further into the past, smartphones didn’t even exist!) but today with all the accompanying apps that go with many games, you will certainly need it. Besides that, your phone is necessary even without these apps existing, since, well, how can you not have your phone close to you while you’re playing a video game for a long time?
With that in mind, another problem arises – keeping the phone charged up. A solution for this is a charging station. A desk clamp power outlet is a great solution to allow you to easily access and manage power cables for all your gaming desk accessories, plus USB ports for USB-compatible accessories (ideal for wireless controllers that need to be charged from time to time).
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5. Desk Lamp
Never underestimate the importance of an LED desk lamp. Getting one designed specifically for workstations is a great bonus tool for gamers. Though most modern gaming keyboards are backlit, it's best to have a good amount of ambient light in any gaming desk setup. Sometimes a bright monitor screen in a dark room can be harsh on our eyesight, so it's nice to have a desk accessory to lighten the ambiance.
Additionally, many serious gamers may even want to have a pen and paper handy for any number of reasons, from taking notes to keeping score. Having a well-lit desktop (or the option to light it up whenever it suits you) is a must-have accessory for any gamer.
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6. Noise-canceling Headphones
Every gamer needs headphones, but not every gamer has good headphones. The quality of this product can make a huge difference in gaming. You need to be selective here and even think like a musician.
The best headphones for gamers are over-the-ear headphones with good sound quality and noise-cancelation feature. You can consider several different vendors, many of them have great headphones, but always mind these two things when finding the ones you’ll eventually get.
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7. Desk Air Purifier
If you ask me, the air you bread should be clean and fresh. The problem with air inside, and especially in the room where your stand up desk is, can get truly stuffy and unpleasant. Opening the window will do the trick, but more often than not, the air outside is even worse. This is especially the case if you live in a big urban area.
If you want to truly deal with this problem and start breathing a pleasant air devoid of dust particles and bad odors, you should get yourself an air purifier for gaming setup accessories. One of the better ones you can get is usually small and compact, basically perfect for your standing gaming desk. You can also consider a portable air purifier which you can pack and carry on your travels for example. These are basically the same as the regular desk ones but offer this useful additional feature.
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8. Magnetic Screwdriver
As someone smart has already said: “if you can use a screwdriver, then you can build a PC”. Because of this, a screwdriver is a must accessory for a sit-stand desk as it’s a must for any kind of tinkering on the PC. If you want to fix something, change something, add new parts or change existing ones, or simply properly clean your desktop computer, you will need a screwdriver.
Naturally, the best option here is to have a magnetic screwdriver and just to be on the safe side, you should have one with removable bits and several different tips.
If you want to get really serious about it, you should get the whole package of tools that will come in handy for the PC.
9. Ergonomic Cushions
Height-adjustable standing desks are definitely different from regular desks, and precisely because you are standing, you should get some proper ergonomic cushions for your hands. This is good for regular desks as well, but basically necessary with standing desks. Since you’re standing, more pressure will be put on the hands, and in the long run, the desk can damage your arms and cause pains, which is why it’s very important to have good ergonomic cushions for both hands.
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10. Ergonomic Mouse Pad
Instead of getting two cushions and one mouse pad, you can get only one cushion and one ergonomic mouse pad. Like it was previously mentioned, ergonomic cushions are very important if you want to keep the hands healthy and pain-free.
Besides your health, an ergonomic mouse pad is one of the most important gaming setup accessories since any kind of mouse pad is necessary. If we have to explain that to you, you shouldn’t call yourself a gamer… What we should say is that an ergonomic mouse pad is much better and more useful than a regular one, which is why you should definitely consider getting one.
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11. Webcam
You are probably thinking “why would I need a webcam?” right about now. Well, you don’t, but if you have a Twitch account and think that many of the players there are real noobs and that you can do better, then you definitely need a webcam.
Why should they get all the attention when you are certain that you can do better than them? Get yourself a webcam right now and start making those videos!
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12. Under-the-desk Headphone Stand Mount
After all of these cool gaming accessories which you are probably going to get soon if you don’t already own them all, you are most likely realizing that your desk is getting quite full. If you don’t want to get rid of anything, one of the better solutions is to get an under-the-desk headphone stand mount. You can get it for a low price from several vendors and it will really be a useful feature for storing the headphones (which tend to occupy the most space for no reason).
You can easily install it under the sit-stand desk and hang your headphones. They will remain at an arm’s reach for you to easily and quickly get them whenever you need them.
13. Cable Management System
You don’t even have to be a gamer to know how annoying cables can get. This is especially the case with desktop computers which have to have a lot of cables that can cause a mess if not properly managed. This can actually get even worse with a height-adjustable standing desk.
For all of these reasons, it would be good to get a decent cable management system, ideally a cable tray that attaches neatly to the underside of your height-adjustable desk and keeps your cables neatly organized and out of sight. Such a system usually includes small cable drops which are attached to the desk where you want a specific cable to go, because these drops hold them. Simple as that.
Another useful thing here is one of those cable management sleeves which easily collect a couple of the cables and make the whole mess of cables a bit more organized.
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14. LED Lighting
LED lights always make for a cool and fun gaming experience. If you get a strip of LEDs, you could cover up to 158 inches. That means you can put them around most of your items, such as beds, shelves, televisions, and monitors. Most sets come with three strip sizes: 39-inch, 78-inch, and 158-inch strips.
Look for LEDs that are USB enabled. That way, you don’t have to worry about plugging them into an outlet. Instead, just slide it in the USB slot, and it’s running smoothly.
Appropriate lighting is important to reduce eye strain! When spending long hours looking at your screen, it could cause a headache. You’re looking at the bright screen but then gazing around at a darkened room. If you brighten up the space around the screen with LED lights, it reduces the contrast between them!
15. USB Hub
Most gamers have a ton of desk accessories and tools to keep them going. Many modern versions use USB ports, which can free up wall sockets but might be a drag if you don’t have enough USB ports on your laptop or computer.
With a USB hub, you get up to 10 more ports, and you can plug it directly into your laptop! Plus, consider situating it so that it’s easy to reach when you’re plugging/unplugging something from the computer.
Newer USB hubs have 3.0 technology. That means you get speedier transfers, and files load quickly. In fact, you can even find hubs with LED displays, making it easy to see where to plug in your equipment.
On top of that, these hubs are easy to set up. Just plug the port into the computer, and you’re good to go! You don’t have to install any software.
16. Dust Manager
Though most gamers don’t think about it, dust accumulates around your computer. It’s unsightly, but it can also cause a flare-up for allergies and other respiratory problems. While it might not be the coolest gaming desk accessory ever, a dust blower is definitely a must-have!
Many times, devices get clogged with debris and dust. Regardless of how often you vacuum, you need a special device to get into those crevices. You’ve paid a lot to have the best, so keep them in good condition.
A dust blower offers tons of power and can get the dust out of anywhere so that your electronics look new again. Plus, you can find portable, lightweight options that don’t strain your hands.
17. Microphone with Stand
The best desk accessories often come with your gaming system, but they might not have all the features you want. Investing in a new microphone (with a stand) can ensure that you can talk to your gaming friends as needed.
If you plan to stream a lot, a quality microphone is one of the most important gaming setup accessories you can buy. Then, you should start choosing your streaming accessories, such as cameras and all the rest.
Look for a microphone that offers plug-and-play functionality. That way, you put in the USB cable (into your USB hub!), and you’re up and running. You don’t have to download drivers or install software. Just make sure that your mic is compatible with your operating system.
18. Gaming Keyboard and Mouse
You already know that you need to get your desk set up correctly, but there are many gaming desk setup accessories to consider. Don’t forget the mouse and keyboard. Yes, we talked earlier about a mouse pad, but you need the right tool for that accessory.
Serious gamers require the best desk accessories, and one of those is a mouse. It needs to glide smoothly over the pad, feel comfortable in your hand, and have precision accuracy.
A good keyboard is also crucial because you could be typing or using the keys to play the game. Make sure the keys aren’t stiff but don’t go for soft-to-press versions either. There should be a balance.
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19. Mouse Bungee
You’ve probably never heard of a mouse bungee, but these gaming setup accessories are fun and practical. Most gamers use their mouse extensively, and this means the wires can get in the way. If you find yourself dragging it to move the mouse easily, you need a mouse bungee.
While you could go wireless, many gamers find that they don’t work as well. With a bungee, it keeps the wire contained, lets you pull out what you need, and retracts the rest back. Now, you can fight the enemies on the screen instead of the mouse!
20. Desk Cup Holder
If you’re like most gamers, you’re clumsy, but you get thirsty. Fighting game characters is hard work! Still, you don’t want to knock over your beverage and ruin your equipment!
Choose a desk cup holder that attaches to the edge of the desk. If you do accidentally knock it over, it spills on the floor instead of on all of your gaming setup accessories. With that, you can put other items in the holder, such as a memory card or your smartphone.
21. RGB Floor Lamp
It is always a great idea to light up your gaming station with aesthetic lights and getting an RGB floor lamp can be an interesting way to do that. The gaming setup accessories like a floor lamp are ideal for those people who want to add more lights to their gaming station while maintaining a cool look. If you wonder which RGB floor lamp you should pick, the Lamp Depot RGB Corner Lamp is the best Gaming light in the market.
The best thing about the Lamp Depot Corner Lamp is that it is designed to match the minimalistic gaming setup. You will understand its significance if you know how much gamers value minimalism to create the best gaming setup. This tall standing floor lamp has millions of colors and multi-color effects that enhance the way your gaming station looks.
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22. Bluetooth Speaker
What is a gaming station without immersive sound effects? We all love having a gaming corner where the sound effects are so immersive that we can enjoy the games to the fullest. So, getting yourself one of the most well-designed Bluetooth speakers is a great way to do that. Your Bluetooth speaker is a cool thing for a gaming setup that brings life to your gaming sessions.
And, if cool gaming setup accessories really inspire you, you should try the Gravastar War Zone Bluetooth Speaker. Since these speakers are dual speakers with a passive bass radiator, you can expect highly immersive sound effects from them. Their 15-hour-long battery life and cool RGB light effects make them ideal for an extended gaming session in an aesthetic environment. So, they will serve their purpose as one of the best gaming setup accessories.
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23. Monitors
A gaming setup is incomplete without two things: gaming furniture and PC peripherals. A high-end monitor is one of the basic PC peripherals that are vital for having a classic gaming experience. You may think of trying the Pixio brand when it comes to choosing the best monitor for your ultimate gaming setup.
Since there is a wide variety of high-end monitors under this brand’s name, you can easily pick the one that you like the most. From curved monitors to wide screens, you will find everything in the line of monitors that Pixio manufactures. If high-quality graphics and a good gaming experience are all that you need, you can trust their name.
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24. Ergonomic Wrist Rest
We cannot stress more on your gaming ergonomics more when it comes to extended gaming sessions. Wrist injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome are quite common when you play for extended hours using a mouse. If your gaming mouse lacks any inbuilt wrist wrest, you must get yourself an ergonomic wrist rest.
When talking about the best ergonomic wrist rest, you can consider DeltaHub Carpio Ergonomic Wrist Rest. This wrist rest is designed in a way that reduces wrist injury and strain. Since this wrist rest glides with your mouse, you can expect a smooth gaming experience while using it.
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25. CPU Holders
CPU holders are among the best gaming accessories you can bring to complete your gaming setup. Your CPU tower may get damaged if you do not have a proper holder to accommodate it. You may consider Mount-It! Under Desk CPU Holder when selecting the right CPU holder for your gaming setup.
The good thing about this holder is that it can accommodate a variety of sizes, so you won't have to worry whether your CPU will fit in this holder. Although people usually place it under their desks, you can also mount it on your wall. So, fetch one of these gaming setup accessories to ensure you are fully equipped to plan your ultimate gaming station.
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How Much is a Full Gaming PC Setup?
Now that you know what the best gaming setup accessories are, you must be curious to learn how much it will cost you to plan a full-fledged gaming PC setup. The gaming PC setups are available in a wide price range when you explore the market. If you are interested in planning an economical budget build, you can expect your gaming setup to cost you around $600 - $850. You usually get a 1080p-orientated gaming PC setup in this range.
However, if you are planning to level up your game and get high-end PCs along with accessorizing your gaming PC setup with the best gaming setup accessories, your budget should be around $1,000 - $2,000. And if you are planning to go all pro with high-end gaming monitors and accessories, your budget can cross $2,000.
How to Have a Clean Gaming Setup?
One can simply have a clean gaming setup if one avoids clutter and keenly removes any dirt or debris from their gaming accessories. You may think of going cordless by bringing in Bluetooth stuffs for gaming setup. Most of the chargeable gaming peripherals like gaming mouse and keyboards come with Bluetooth features these days to avoid clutter.
Once you are through that, the next step is to get rid of the dust that may accumulate on your gaming setup accessories. Things like a microfiber cloth and cotton buds can help you clean your monitor's screen and gaming keyboard. You may use a soft bristle brush to clean your CPU and then disinfect it using cotton swabs and rubbing alcohol. Ideally, you should have these cleaning sessions regularly to keep your gaming setup clean.
Where Should I Keep My Gaming Setup?
Ideally, you should have some ergonomic gaming furniture pieces in your gaming station where you can keep your gaming setup. You may think of investing in the best gaming furniture to get a comfortable space for your gaming equipment.
Once you have that, you must select your favorite corner and accessorize it with the ideal gaming setup accessories like the ones we mentioned in this blog. And when you have done that, you are all set to start your fun-filled, comfortable gaming sessions.
FAQs
What is a gaming desk?
Gaming desks are designed with ergonomic features with smooth surfaces and softer edges for ensuring safe and comfortable posture. They also offer gamers with great space for multiple screens and ability to switch between keyboards.
What tools does a gamer need?
Gaming PC is the first must-have thing to become a pro gamer. Standing desks, as well as ergonomic office chairs, also play an important role in protecting your health and boosting productivity. There are some computer accessories that you should invest in such as headset, LED monitor, wired controller, fiber-optic broadband, professional microphone and webcam,...
Is a standing desk good for gaming?
Many physical issues such as back pain, neck pain, poor posture are decreased by standing. Standing desk also offers gamers with these benefits like support to enhance focus and engagement in the game, naturally limit the playing time and customize gaming setup, driving to healthier and happier gamers.
Conclusion
So, when you take a look at it, the height-adjustable standing desk for gaming can get even better with all of these cool gadgets that every gamer should have.
All 13 best gaming desk accessories can easily be found online and you should definitely take a look if you want to buy one. We won’t suggest a specific brand as there are many, and besides, it’s much better for you to see for yourself which one suits you best. If you're also looking for accessories setup for office desk, check our article for helpful instruction.
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