Skip the Hype. Here's What's Actually Worth It.
After testing gaming gear for years, here's my honest take on what deserves your money in 2026.
Gaming Mice
The sensor wars are over. Almost any modern gaming mouse has a flawless sensor. What actually matters:
- Weight: Under 70g is the sweet spot
- Switches: Go for optical if you can
- Battery: Wireless has finally caught up
Top picks: Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2, Razer V3 Pro
Gaming Keyboards
Stop buying keyboards for RGB. Get:
- Good mechanical switches (Gateron G Pro 3.0 are fantastic value)
- Hot-swappable sockets
- Decent stabilizers
The Keychron Q1 Pro is still the best budget option. The Swammis K3 Pro is worth the upgrade.
Gaming Headsets
Hot take: buy headphones, not headsets. The Beyerdynamic DT 900 Pro X with a separate mic will beat any gaming headset under £150.
Monitors
OLED is finally affordable. The LG 27GS95QE is the sweet spot for 1440p gaming.
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