Video gaming is possible can be an expensive hobby, but that only makes scoring deals all the more important. Whether you’re looking for a new gaming laptop, a better mouse, or a gadget full of RGB LEDs, there are plenty of deals for you today.
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Updated July 13: We’ve added a list of various PS5, Xbox, Switch, and PC games at the end of this article.
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Gaming Rig Deals
The Aurora R14 is an improved version of one of our favorite gaming desktops† It has Alienware’s signature stylish chassis, an RTX 3080 graphics card, and 32GB of RAM, making it a beastly machine.
Razer makes some of the best gaming laptops in the world, and the Razer Blade 14 is one of our favorites† It includes an RTX 3080 graphics card, 16GB of RAM and a 1 Terabyte SSD for silky smooth gaming even when you’re not at home.
Few manufacturers can give Razer a run for its money in the gaming laptop space, but Asus is one of them. The Rog Zephyrus G15 is one of our overall top picks for gaming laptops in 2022thanks to the RTX 3080 graphics card, 16:10 widescreen display with slim bezel (edge) and AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS processor.
TV and monitor deals
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This LG OLED TV (8/10, WIRED recommended) supports gaming up to 120 frames per second (fps) at 4K HDR, as well as Nvidia’s G-Sync or AMD’s FreeSync for the smoothest gaming on one of the most beautiful displays we’ve tested. It also comes in a smaller 48-inch variant for $797†
Ultra-wide monitors like this one from AOC provide much more peripheral view coverage than typical displays, which is an excellent asset when gaming. If you want to be immersed in the games you play, this monitor is: one of our favorite ultrawides†
For the performance minded, this LG Ultragear monitor has a 1080p panel, but offers up to 240 fps for the most buttery smooth action, even during fast-paced games. It’s compatible with both Nvidia G-Sync and AMD’s FreeSync, and the included base is adjustable in height, tilt and pivot.
Okay, technically Philips Hue lights aren’t specific to games, but what gamer doesn’t need more RGB lights? This kit is our upgrade choice and it’s one of the most popular (and also most expensive) smart light systems out there. As long as you’re comfortable with a more expensive long-term system, it’s a good deal on a starter pack.
Accessory offers
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It’s hard to find a perfect mouse, but the Razer Viper Ultimate comes close. It’s our top choice for wireless mouse with a dockand it’s been one of our top picks in the past thanks to its two-handed design, smart charging dock, and handy dongle storage.
There is no such thing as too many buttons on a gaming mouse. That’s how I do it. That’s how Razer does it. And his worked out pretty well so far† This mouse is one of our favoritesnot least thanks to 19 customizable buttons, making it a Swiss Army knife that’s customizable for gamers and employees alike.
This charging station is one of our picks for PS5 accessories, and for good reason. It’s a handy way to keep your controllers charged between sessions, and it matches the garish design sensibilities of the PS5 itself, so it fits right in with your entertainment device.
With games getting bigger and bigger, there’s never enough storage space for them all. Fortunately, slim SSDs like this one from WD can expand the storage on your PC or PS5 with minimal effort. This model has 1 terabyte of storage space in a compact stick.
The latest console or fastest gaming PC won’t matter if you don’t have the bandwidth to download or play games on it. This mesh WiFi system from Orbi is our top pick for large homes to give your network better coverage and faster speeds, no matter how far you are from the router. It’s been this award a few times over the past few months, but doesn’t stop there.
Headphone Deals
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This headset was already one of them our favorites under $50, but this deal makes it even sweeter. The wireless version of the Arctic 1 (8/10, WIRED recommended) impressed us with its rich sound and clear microphone quality. This model is much the same, but uses a wired connection instead.
The Bluetooth version of the Arctis 3 is our top pick for Switch players looking to use voice chat. However, this wired option is still a great headset and plugs into any platform, making it a versatile and inexpensive set of cans.
SteelSeries’ Arctic Prime (8/10, WIRED recommended) is our choice for midrange gaming headset under $100† However, at the moment it is way under $100. If you want better-than-average headphones without spending a lot of money, now’s the time.
Logitech’s G Pro X is currently our top pick for best wireless gaming headset† It supports PC, PlayStation and has solid battery life. The DTX:S object-based surround sound makes it easy to hear exactly where enemies are in your game, and Logitech’s G Hub software allows for a ton of audio customization options.
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