Steam Deck, $400+
Large yet surprisingly comfortable, Valve’s handheld PC is powerful enough to run the latest AAA releases or just work like a regular desktop. Just in time for the holidays, it is no longer just a reservation.
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ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15, $1,570
Our sister site The Verge says this is the best gaming laptop. Considering its performance, it’s also surprisingly light at only about 4 pounds.
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Gigabyte AERO 16 XE5, $1300+
Unlike many other powerful laptops currently on the market, the GIGABYTE AERO 16 XE5 features an ultra-wide 4K UHD AMOLED panel for on-the-go, allowing PC gamers to experience the richest visual fidelity, all powered by the impressive NVIDIA RTX 3070 Ti. And with 1TB of PCIe Gen4 storage, games load faster than ever. No more waiting for maps to load before jumping back into the action.
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Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2 Max, $200
With the flick of a switch, there’s finally a true multiplatform wireless gaming headset that works whether you’re gaming on PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, PC or mobile, offering maximum comfort and long-lasting battery life.
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PC Game Pass, $10/month
This monthly subscription gives you access to a large games library for your Windows PC, including Microsoft’s day-one exclusives and PC-exclusive games.
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Valve Index Full VR Kit, $1,000
Valve’s headset is one of the highest quality on the market, and this kit includes the base stations and controllers needed to take full advantage of the most immersive VR possible. Just make sure your PC has the appropriate specs.
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HTC Vive Pro 2, over $800
HTC’s latest version of its headset, designed for room-scale VR, is a premium upgrade for high-end PC VR users with a 5K display and expanded field of view for ultimate immersion.
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HP Reverb G2 Virtual Reality Headset, $400
The HP headset is a cheaper PC VR option compatible with VR blockbusters like Half-Life: Alyx. Better yet, cameras are built into the headset, eliminating the need for additional setup in your room.
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Xbox Wireless Controller, $50
Some PC games are just better played with a controller, and the Xbox controller (updated for the X/S series consoles) is the default. Available in a range of colors or you can design your own!
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Anker 341 USB-C Hub, $35
Need more ports for your laptop? This USB-C hub offers additional USB-A and USB-C ports, microSD and SD card readers, and an HDMI port to connect your display to a larger screen. It’s also a recommended companion for Steam deck owners.
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