Peripherals

Logitech G's latest esports and competitive-gaming-focused mouse, the PRO X2 SUPERSTRIKE, is set to launch next month. And the wireless gaming mouse is poised to be a game-changer, not because of its sensor or ultra-lightweight build, but because its left- and right-click buttons are moving away from traditional mechanical switches toward a Haptic Inductive Trigger System.

The best way to explain the technology is to compare it to how magnetic gaming keyboards work, with near-instant actuation and resets that Logitech claims reduce click latency by 9-30ms. And with that, you'll also have control over actuation points, reset points, and even customizable haptic feedback, with Logitech describing it as an "industry-first technology" created in collaboration with esports athletes.

If the company's impressive SUPERLIGHT series is anything to go by, then the new PRO X2 SUPERSTRIKE will undoubtedly be one of the most talked-about gaming mice of the year. When the mouse was first announced, Logitech told us that it sees the new Haptic Inductive Trigger System as the biggest advancement for gaming mice in years.

Keychron is one of the better-known independent keyboard makers, and at CES 2026, it presented one of its latest limited-edition luxury designs: the Keychron Q16 HE 8K ceramic and marble 65% wired magnetic keyboard. And we're talking about the real stuff, too, with polished ceramic keycaps and a marble body.

These are the sorts of materials you'd expect to find in a high-end kitchen or bathroom, not on a PC peripheral. And yes, the end result is heavy for a keyboard. Although we couldn't quite get a sense of the thocky typing sound as we saw this at Keychron's booth at CES, the typefeel and the shiny ceramic keycaps both had a distinct premium feel.

As for the underlying hardware, you've got the company's flagship pre-lubed Keychron Ultra-fast Lime magnetic switches with Tunnel Magnetoresistance (TMR) sensors and per-key adjustable actuation. This custom Keychron Q16 HE 8K ceramic and marble keyboard is built for gaming, making it a great option for those firing up Arc Raiders in a luxury Italian villa.

At CES 2026, we were reminded that many companies make a wide range of keyboards for productivity, gaming, and more. One of the companies in the sea of PC peripheral-focused brands we saw creating some of the most impressive and stylish keyboards is NuPhy.

Having reviewed a few NuPhy keyboards, like the NuPhy Air75 V3, it's clear that its focus on blending retro-inspired designs with modern hardware and a fantastic-feeling typing experience is continuing as we head into 2026. At the show, we got a closer look at a pair of new keyboards from the brand: the productivity-focused NuPhy Node100 and the gaming-focused NuPhy WH80.

Although it will be available in three colorways, alongside a 75% TKL variant, the NuPhy Node100 in its beige form has the look of PC gear from the 1990s - albeit with the option to add a few bright, colorful keycaps. The full-sized variant has all the keys you expect, supports Mac and PC, and features a customizable touch bar running across the top of the keyboard.

At CES 2026, Corsair showcased a new flagship gaming keyboard that blends Elgato engineering with its own expertise to create the impressive and unique GALLEON 100 SD. Yes, as per the headline, it's a full-sized keyboard with an Elgato Stream Deck built into it, replacing the numpad.

This fusion adds so much modular and customizable functionality to a gaming keyboard that it's almost overwhelming. The Stream Deck component of the GALLEON 100 SD includes 12 LCD keys that can be programmed to execute commands or macros, open apps, folders, and more. Throw in a 5-inch color display, and there's direct access to real-time system information or even information on what track is playing on Spotify.

As we're talking about the already established and robust Stream Deck, GALLEON 100 SD owners will have full access to the Elgato Marketplace, with hundreds of profiles to customize functionality. And with dozens of game-specific profiles already available, there are community-created profiles for making something like calling in an airstrike easier and giving you quick access to handy keybinds and shortcuts.

Cooler Master has unveiled a new product designed to save NVIDIA's RTX 40 and 50 series of graphics cards from accidentally pulling too much power from the PSU and resulting in melting cables.

NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 40 and 50 series GPUs can be quite power hungry, particularly at the higher end of the stack. Some of these intense power draws in combination with poor power cable seating, and faulty power cables, resulted in some users reporting melting. Power exceeding what the cable has been rated for has caused damage in several cases, and Cooler Master believes it has a solution, or at the very least a preventative measure.

GPU Shield is power protection that has been directly integrated into the PSU, with the GPU shield Adapter Cable being able to automatically detect abnormal current, and adjusts PSU output in real-time. Additionally, users are alerted of the abnormal current through LED indicators. Cooler Master explained to me that GPU Shield is also capable of identifying current imbalance, poor contact, or partial insertion before connectors are damaged.

At CES 2026, we got to see a lot of new gear from MSI. Even though its OLED and Mini LED displays, and the GeForce RTX 5090 LIGHTNING Z, garnered the most attention from PC gamers, there were still plenty of other cool bits in its lineup, like the new MSI STRIKE 700 WIRELESS 8K HE, which is on track for release sometime later this year.

As per the name, the keyboard supports up to 8K (8,000 Hz) polling over a wireless connection. MSI has been creating solid gaming keyboards for years, but it hasn't quite reached the premium level of gaming performance we've seen from others in recent years.

The STRIKE 700 WIRELESS 8K HE, with its compact 65% form factor, is built for competitive gaming and pro players, so it makes use of the company's first magnetic switch - the MSI Magnetic Switch with a Crystal RGB Lens. And it supports actuation adjustments with an accuracy of 0.05mm.

As adjustable and motorized desks continue to grow in popularity, offering users the option to switch between sitting and standing modes and fine-tune the height, we're starting to see desks geared toward gamers. At CES 2026, we got the chance to see an early version of LIAN LI's new affordable, adjustable DK-B gaming desk, which offers more than just height adjustment.

Yes, as the headline suggests, the LIAN LI DK-B gaming desk includes a built-in PC case in the back-left corner, hidden from view. The chassis is mounted to the desk, so your PC becomes part of the desk. LIAN LI confirms that it supports modern PC gaming components and cooling options, including today's beefy but powerful GeForce RTX and Radeon RX graphics cards and 360mm AIOs.

With LIAN LI planning to launch the DK-B in late Q2 2026, it's also aiming to keep it affordable at around $599 for a base model. LIAN LI also told us it's still evaluating potential accessories and options for the DK-B, including the ability to mount a different-sized case.

ASUS has unveiled a pair of new gaming keyboards at CES 2026, the ROG Strix Morph 96 and ROG Falchion ACE 75 HE. For those who have been eyeing the popular ROG Strix Scope II 96 wireless gaming keyboard, the new ROG Strix Morph 96 will probably be one to keep an eye on, as it's being positioned as a more affordable, customizable wireless mechanical gaming keyboard.

The ROG Strix Morph 96 has been designed with customization in mind, where, in addition to hot-swappable switches, every layer is removable, from the top cover to the mod-friendly south-facing PCB and more. The keyboard ships with ROG NX V2 mechanical switches, as found in the popular Strix Scope II 96, and supports low-latency wireless via ROG SpeedNova 2.4GHz, along with Bluetooth and wired modes.

The modular design also features some nice aesthetic elements, including a removable top cover, a translucent positioning plate, and RGB lighting. And for those wanting speed, performance, and gaming features like Rapid Trigger and Speed Tap, there's the new ROG Falchion Ace 75 HE.

The Fallout Season 2 premiere has been brought forward to December 16, so fans of the game and TV series will get to experience a fresh take on the franchise's iconic New Vegas location sooner than expected. And even though sitting down to watch the new season of Fallout with a bottle of Nuka Cola sounds like the perfect evening, Bethesda has partnered with Corsair, Elgato, and Drop to offer the next best thing - a bunch of new Nuka Cola-branded hardware.

The lineup includes a complete setup of gear with designs inspired by the "taste sensation that swept the Fallout nation," Nuka Cola. This means you're getting a lot of bright reds with the Nuka Cola branding and artwork seen in the game and TV series, which itself is a riff on the real-world king of cola-flavored beverages, Coke.

The collection includes award-winning hardware such as the CORSAIR HS80 RGB Wireless Gaming Headset, the Elgato Wave:3 microphone, the Drop CSTM80 Mechanical Keyboard, and more. With desk mats, microphone boom arms, and a custom Stream Deck, the whole collection would no doubt turn any gaming setup into a Nuka Cola shrine.

First appearing in 1999 and 2000, the Razer BoomSlang is widely considered the very first gaming mouse explicitly built for PC gaming. Sporting a unique shape meant to resemble a snake's head, the original Razer BoomSlang featured cutting-edge hardware for the time, including a 2,000 DPI sensor and USB support. It also shipped with a customization app that let you remap the buttons, something that hadn't been seen before.

Fast-forward to 2025, and Razer has announced that it's releasing a limited edition Razer Boomslang 20th Anniversary Edition gaming mouse with the company's latest and greatest gaming mouse technology. In addition to 8,000 Hz wireless polling and the Razer Focus Pro 45K Optical Sensor Gen-2, which features a sensitivity rating of up to 45,000 DPI, you've also got Optical Mouse Switches rated at 100-million clicks and 9-Zone Razer Chroma RGB Lighting with an underglow effect.

The Razer Boomslang 20th Anniversary Edition keeps the original look and feel of the original mouse, albeit updated for the modern era. That said, the PU leather-wrapped primary left- and right-click buttons are a very cool retro addition to the body's transparent shell and the included Mouse Dock Pro wireless charging dock.

The Sega Dreamcast, which debuted in the United States on September 9, 1999, is widely considered to be one of Sega's best consoles - even though it was the company's last. Arriving on the scene before the PlayStation 2, GameCube, and original Xbox, the Dreamcast offered gamers an actual arcade-at-home experience with titles like Crazy Taxi, SoulCalibur, and Virtua Tennis.

It was also home to some of the most unique and memorable games from the era, thanks to titles like Jet Set Radio, Samba de Amigo, Phantasy Star Online, Shenmue, and many others. For console gamers who grew up in the 1990s, the Dreamcast is legendary, and now the iconic console has been immortalized in gaming keyboard form.

Lifestyle and gaming brand Higround has partnered with Sega to create a line of new gaming keyboards, and the flagship Summit 65+ ($299.95) model is an impressive tribute to the Sega Dreamcast. With its premium CNC Aluminum finish and mirror-like stainless steel back plate, the keyboard's design also includes several nods to the Dreamcast console and controller.

Logitech's new $120 productivity-focused mechanical keyboard sounds like a winner, and based on "substantial demand" in various markets, including China and Australia, it should definitely be on your radar. The Logitech Alto Keys K98M is a wireless mechanical keyboard that ticks all of the right boxes while including a couple of standout features.

It includes hot-swappable linear Marble Switches for a smooth, stable typing experience, paired with UniCushion full-frame gasket mount for sound absorption that delivers a "more refined and elevated typing sound." And with the Logitech Alto Keys K98M's transparent top case, you can see the UniCushion sound-dampening layer surrounding the high-quality PBT keycaps.

As a wireless keyboard, the Logitech Alto Keys K98M supports tri-mode connectivity, including low-latency wireless, Bluetooth, and wired over USB. Logitech notes that when you use the Bluetooth Low Energy mode without backlighting, the Alto Keys K98M offers an impressive 12 months of battery life on a single charge.

In the ever-growing digital age, power is becoming a necessity, especially as portable gaming devices are making their way into millions of people's hands every year.

While smartphone batteries have reached a point where a general user can typically get a full day on their smartphone without it going flat, some users are experiencing battery degradation, resulting in their device going flat or, at the very least, running extremely low sometime during the day. When that happens, it's good to have a portable power bank on hand, especially one with fast-charge capabilities.

Genki sent out their Energy Pack, designed to be the solution for both smartphones and gaming handheld devices. It features 30W fast charging and a 10,000 mAh battery. The Energy Pack is compatible with any Qi2 wireless charging device and comes with a digital dashboard for real-time energy transfer monitoring. The screen displays the power bank's current capacity and the charging or discharging rate.

Whether you're a gamer, working from home, or simply someone who jumps onto a PC every day, choosing the right chair can be a lot more involved than you think - especially when it comes to ergonomics and support. From lumbar and lower back support to headrests that actually support a healthy posture, a good chair can be viewed as a long-term investment. And when it comes to ergonomics, it's hard to top the premium HBADA X7 Smart Ergonomic Chair.

One of the top-line features of the HBADA X7 Smart Ergonomic Chair is its SmartErgo Adjustments. This includes intelligent and automatic lumbar tracking that follows your lower back without requiring manual adjustments. Built-in pressure sensors in the lumbar wings and seat sides, along with a chip in the backrest, detect your sitting, leaning, and body movements in real-time, offering ten levels of pressure sensitivity that deliver a tailored and personalized sitting experience that adjusts as you do.

This feature alone, a world-first automatic 3D multi-dimensional lumbar support for forward, upright, and reclined seating positions, makes the HBADA X7 Smart Ergonomic Chair more innovative and ergonomic than other chairs with similar claims. And that's only the beginning, as the HBADA X7 Smart Ergonomic Chair doubles as a fully-fledged wellness therapy system.

Valve's Steam Deck needs no introduction. The portable gaming handheld that runs SteamOS, offering a console-like experience with access to Steam's vast library of titles, is a fantastic little unit. Its popularity has even led to the current rise of PC gaming handheld devices, such as the ROG Xbox Ally, as well as paving the way for Valve's next big thing - the Steam Machine. Ever since its debut, the 'Steam as a console' quality of the Steam Deck has made it feel as close to something like the Nintendo Switch as it has a portable gaming PC.

However, unlike the Switch, the Deck doesn't ship with a dock, so if you're looking for a place for it to sit to charge or connect to a TV for some big-screen gaming over HDMI, your only option is one of the countless Steam Deck Dock products on the market. As expected, these come in all shapes and sizes and price ranges, but if you're after something premium with innovative features, style, and the capacity to install a 4TB M.2 SSD to have your library ready to go, look no further than the Chizha Mount Ling Dock from Dockcase.

Yes, it's a weird name, and yes, it has RGB lighting (which you can adjust or turn off if it's a distraction, but the Chizha Mount Ling Dock is an impressively designed but not perfect piece of hardware. From the full-featured display and touchscreen interface to the active cooling and broad support for features like controllers and wired Ethernet, let's take a closer look.

Valve's new Steam Controller, which will be paired with its upcoming Steam Machine PC-console hybrid, is set to launch in early 2026. At a glance, your initial reaction, like ours, will probably fall somewhere between "strange," "weird," or "cool." And that's because it doesn't resemble the current lineups of Xbox or PlayStation controllers used by PC gamers, with a design that is part 2015 Steam Controller (which failed to gain traction) and part modern gaming pad.

The big difference here is the addition of two trackpads with tactile haptic feedback located underneath the PlayStation-style symmetrical thumbsticks. These trackpads are similar to those found on the Steam Deck, offering precise mouse-like controls for Steam games that are built for mouse input and lack native controller support. It's a solution tailor-made for the Steam Machine as it brings controller and accessibility parity in line with the Steam Deck.

The new Steam Controller is designed with impressive technology throughout, featuring haptic motors in the grips for "HD game haptics" and rumble effects similar to those found in the PS5's DualSense controller. In addition, the thumbsticks are built with the latest next-gen TMR magnetic Hall Effect technology with "Capacitive touch" capabilities.

Corsair's multi-year partnership with Activision and the Call of Duty franchise continues this week with the release of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7-themed hardware and accessories. The line-up covers Corsair and its various brands, including SCUF Gaming, Elgato, and Origin PC, with the latter covering fully customizable gaming PCs.

For Corsair's line-up, you've got a complete set of peripherals covering keyboard, mouse, headsets, and mouse mat. This includes a custom version of the award-winning K65 PLUS WIRELESS 75% gaming keyboard and M75 WIRELESS gaming mouse combo, two of the company's most popular PC gaming peripherals. Throw in a Black Ops 7 themed HS80 RGB WIRELESS gaming headset and MM300 2XL mouse mat, and you've got everything you need.

Well, almost everything, as you've then got your choice of five custom Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Edition SCUF Gaming controllers, including a version of the Valor Pro Wireless that we recently reviewed. A controller featuring next-generation 'Hall Effect' thumbsticks and a comfortable ergonomic design.

Modern fighting games, such as Street Fighter 6 and Tekken 8, are being played at the professional level with a new style of controller or fighting pad. Instead of traditional arcade sticks that paired a joystick with six or more face buttons, you've got a single board with just buttons, including dedicated directional buttons for movement.

Corsair, a company that is no stranger to creating gaming peripherals for the PC community, has just released its first fighting game controller with the new Novablade Pro Wireless Hall Effect Leverless Controller. Each button on the controller is powered by the company's MGX Hyperdrive magnetic switches (as seen in the Corsair VANGUARD PRO 96 Gaming Keyboard we recently reviewed), with adjustable actuation points from 0.1mm to 4mm.

And with the speed of modern fighting games, it's the sort of controller that is tailor-made for performance, as there's also support for Rapid Trigger and SOCD (Flash Tap) technology. And with each switch rated for up to 150 million presses, the new Corsair Novablade Pro Wireless Hall Effect Leverless Controller should be enough to carry you through a lifetime of 'one more round.'

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is widely considered to be one of the best open-world role-playing games ever made, and it cemented developer CD Projekt Red as one of the world's premier studios for creating immersive gaming experiences. This year, the game is celebrating its 10th anniversary (the complete edition of the game is currently 80% off at GOG.com), and to celebrate, Corsair has partnered with CD Projekt Red for some Limited Edition gear.

The new 'CORSAIR x The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt 10th Anniversary Collection' includes three pieces of custom PC gaming gear: the Corsair K65 PLUS WIRELESS 75% gaming keyboard, the Corsair M75 WIRELESS Lightweight gaming mouse, and a Witcher 3-themed Corsair MM300 2XL Mouse Pad. All three sport a stylish, minimal The Witcher 3 look, with black, grey, and gold accents paired with logos like protagonist Geralt's iconic Wolf medallion.

The good news is that the gear chosen for this collaboration is all fantastic. In our review of the Corsair K65 PLUS WIRELESS 75% gaming keyboard, we praised its performance, customization, and features, giving it a well-earned Editor's Choice award. Likewise, the Corsair M75 WIRELESS gaming mouse earned a Recommended award for its high-quality build and wireless performance.

Razer has evolved its premium Huntsman V3 Pro lineup of keyboards for competitive and pro gamers with the new Razer Huntsman V3 Pro 8KHz, which the company says offers an industry-leading latency of just 0.58ms for true 8K (8,000 Hz) polling. Razer notes that this provides a near-instantaneous response that is 11% faster than its nearest competitor; however, the company doesn't say which keyboard it's comparing performance to.

The Razer Huntsman V3 Pro 8KHz series is the company's "analog optical keyboard" that features the company's magnetic Analog Optical Switches Gen-2 with adjustable actuation, Rapid Trigger, and Snap Tap support. With an impressive adjustable actuation range of 0.1 - 4.0mm, a snappy 40g actuation force rating, and a 100-million keystroke lifespan, these magnetic switches are built for pro-level PC gaming performance.

Razer confirms that it has developed the Razer Huntsman V3 Pro 8KHz series alongside esports professionals like Counter-Strike star Nikola "NiKo" Kovač to help fine-tune the latency, keystroke feel, and overall performance.