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The GamesRadar+ Hardware digest, the 60+ best gaming gadgets we've reviewed in 2026 so far

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  • Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
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    Asus

    Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)

    $3599.99
  • Logitech Pro X2 Superstrike Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse, Ultra-Fast Performance, Ultra Lightweight (61 G), Customizable Click Haptics, Usb-C Charging, for Pc/mac/laptop - White
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    Logitech Pro X2 Superstrike Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse, Ultra-Fast Performance, Ultra Lightweight (61 G), Customizable Click Haptics, Usb-C Charging, for Pc/mac/laptop - White

    $179.99
  • Steelseries Arctis Nova Elite - Hi-Res Wireless Gaming Headset — 96khz/24bit — Carbon Fiber Speakers — Anc — Ai Noise Rejection — App — 2.4ghz + Bt — Multi-Source Mix — Omniplay Pc+playstation+xbox
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    SteelSeries

    Steelseries Arctis Nova Elite - Hi-Res Wireless Gaming Headset — 96khz/24bit — Carbon Fiber Speakers — Anc — Ai Noise Rejection — App — 2.4ghz + Bt — Multi-Source Mix — Omniplay Pc+playstation+xbox

    $599.99
  • Corsair Galleon 100 Sd Rgb Mechanical Wired Gaming Keyboard – Qwerty Us, Stream Deck-Integrated, Pre-Lubed Mlx Pulse Thocky Hotswappable Pbt Double-Shot Switches, Flashtap Socd, 8,000hz – Black
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    Corsair

    Corsair Galleon 100 Sd Rgb Mechanical Wired Gaming Keyboard – Qwerty Us, Stream Deck-Integrated, Pre-Lubed Mlx Pulse Thocky Hotswappable Pbt Double-Shot Switches, Flashtap Socd, 8,000hz – Black

    $349.99

We're nearly half way through 2026 if you can believe it, so we're taking a look back at the top gaming gadgets we've had on the GamesRadar+ test bench so far.

New SteelSeries headsets, Genki's latest Covert Dock for Switch 2, and a couple of high-flying controllers have received their five-star trophies so far this year. We've also seen new versions of some of our favorite kit in the Audeze Maxwell 2, Asus ROG Raikiri II, Belkin Switch 2 Charging Case Pro, and Elgato Wave:3 Mk. 2.

While there isn't quite as much Valve in here as we'd like, and supply chain constraints mean SSDs and RAM kits are a little light on the market right now, the worlds of headsets, gamepads, Switch accessories, and mice are rolling along nicely.

We've already had major new releases from Logitech, Asus, MSI, and SteelSeries, some of which have made it to the top of this pile. You'll find all our 2026 gaming gadget reviews so far just below.

5-Star gaming gadgets

Steelseries Arctis Nova Elite
SteelSeries
Steelseries Arctis Nova Elite
$599.99
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JSAUX Switch 2 Charging Grip for Switch 2
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JSAUX
JSAUX Switch 2 Charging Grip for Switch 2
$14.99$17.99
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PowerA Fusion Pro Wireless Controller
44% OFF
PowerA
PowerA Fusion Pro Wireless Controller
$95.99$169.99
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Genki Covert Dock 3
Genki
Genki Covert Dock 3
$69.99
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8Bitdo 64 Bluetooth Controller for Analogue 3D
8Bitdo
8Bitdo 64 Bluetooth Controller for Analogue 3D
$39.99
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PNY MicroSD Express 1TB
PNY
PNY MicroSD Express 1TB
$229.99
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4.5-Star gaming gadgets

Gulikit Elves 2 Pro Wireless
18% OFF
GuliKit
Gulikit Elves 2 Pro Wireless
$39.99$48.99
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Wave:3 Mk.2
Elgato
Wave:3 Mk.2
$169.99
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Gamesir Pocket Taco
22% OFF
GameSir
Gamesir Pocket Taco
$34.99$44.99
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Valerion Visionmaster Pro 2
17% OFF
Valerion
Valerion Visionmaster Pro 2
$2,499$2,999
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JSAUX All-In-One Carrying Case for Nintendo Switch 2
35% OFF
JSAUX
JSAUX All-In-One Carrying Case for Nintendo Switch 2
$29.99$45.99
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8BitDo M30
8Bitdo
8BitDo M30
$29.99
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Beyerdynamic MMX 150
Beyerdynamic
Beyerdynamic MMX 150
$229.99
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Hori Vault Case (Gengar & Mimikyu) for Nintendo Switch 2
HORI
Hori Vault Case (Gengar & Mimikyu) for Nintendo Switch 2
$37.49
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Flydigi Apex 5
FLYDIGI
Flydigi Apex 5
$159.99
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Belkin Nintendo Switch 2 Charging Case Pro
Belkin
Belkin Nintendo Switch 2 Charging Case Pro
$99.99
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CRKD Gibson Les Paul Guitar Controller - Blueberry Burst Pro
CRKD
CRKD Gibson Les Paul Guitar Controller - Blueberry Burst Pro
$124.99
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Yololiv Yolocam S3
YOLOLIV
Yololiv Yolocam S3
$199
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Asus ROG Strix Morph 96 Wireless
Asus ROG
Asus ROG Strix Morph 96 Wireless
$139.99
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Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike
Logitech G
Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike
$179.99
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Nintendo 64 Controller
Nintendo
Nintendo 64 Controller
$54.99
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Skullcandy Crusher PLYR 720
20% OFF
Skullcandy
Skullcandy Crusher PLYR 720
$216.55$269.99
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GuliKit KK3 Max
GuliKit
GuliKit KK3 Max
$79.99
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MSI Katana 15 HX B14W
MSI
MSI Katana 15 HX B14W
$1,549
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AutoFull M6 Ultra 2.0
AutoFull
AutoFull M6 Ultra 2.0
$899.99
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4-Star gaming gadgets

Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
Asus ROG
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
$3,599.99
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StrikerDC Dreamcast Wireless Controller
Retro Fighters
StrikerDC Dreamcast Wireless Controller
$64.95
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Benq Mobiuz EX271UZ
BenQ
Benq Mobiuz EX271UZ
$949.99
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HyperX Python II Gaming Chair
Eureka Ergonomic
HyperX Python II Gaming Chair
$350
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Asus Rog Azoth 96 HE
18% OFF
ASUS
Asus Rog Azoth 96 HE
$295.99$359.99
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Mchose V9 Turbo
Mchose
Mchose V9 Turbo
$139
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Seagate FireCuda 530R
Seagate
Seagate FireCuda 530R
$399.99
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Turtle Beach Playtrek Travel Case for Nintendo Switch 2
Turtle Beach
Turtle Beach Playtrek Travel Case for Nintendo Switch 2
$29.99
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EasySMX S10 Lite
15% OFF
EasySMX
EasySMX S10 Lite
$33.99$39.99
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Retro-Bit Sega Saturn Pro
Retro-Bit
Retro-Bit Sega Saturn Pro
$49.99
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
$1,099.99
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Alienware Area-51 PC
Dell
Alienware Area-51 PC
$3,849.99
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Virtual Boy
Nintendo
Virtual Boy
$99.99
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Asus ROG Raikiri II
15% OFF
Asus ROG
Asus ROG Raikiri II
$160.99$189.99
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Seagate Astro Bot Limited Edition Game Drive
Seagate
Seagate Astro Bot Limited Edition Game Drive
$159.99
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Cherry XTRFY MX 8.2 Pro TMR
CHERRY XTRFY
Cherry XTRFY MX 8.2 Pro TMR
$249.99
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Maono PD200W
29% OFF
MAONO
Maono PD200W
$84.98$119.99
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Steelseries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2
SteelSeries
Steelseries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2
$199.99
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Corsair Galleon 100 SD
Corsair
Corsair Galleon 100 SD
$349.99
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Corsair Sabre V2 Pro Wireless MG
13% OFF
Corsair
Corsair Sabre V2 Pro Wireless MG
$129.99$149.99
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RedMagic 11 Air
RedMagic
RedMagic 11 Air
$499
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Fastsnail Switch 2 Protective Case
FASTSNAIL
Fastsnail Switch 2 Protective Case
$19.99
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Audeze Maxwell 2
Audeze
Audeze Maxwell 2
$329
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BenQ W4100i
8% OFF
BenQ
BenQ W4100i
$2,748$2,999
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PrismXR Vega T1
14% OFF
PrismXR
PrismXR Vega T1
$59.99$69.99
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3.5-Star gaming gadgets

FireCuda X Vault hard drive
Seagate
FireCuda X Vault hard drive
$269.99
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Horizon PC
Quoted Tech
Horizon PC
$2,287
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Asus ROG Cetra Open Wireless
Asus ROG
Asus ROG Cetra Open Wireless
$229.99
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Hyperkin The Competitor
7% OFF
Hyperkin
Hyperkin The Competitor
$49.99$53.57
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Logitech G325 Lightspeed
25% OFF
Logitech G
Logitech G325 Lightspeed
$59.99$79.99
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Nyxi Flexi
35% OFF
NYXI
Nyxi Flexi
$38.99$59.99
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Thrustmaster T248R
Thrustmaster
Thrustmaster T248R
$349.99
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Acer Nitro V 16
Acer
Acer Nitro V 16
$1,279
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Syntech Elite Head Strap for Quest 3
Syntech
Syntech Elite Head Strap for Quest 3
$49.99
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Keychron Q1 HE 8K
Keychron
Keychron Q1 HE 8K
$229.99
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8Bitdo Pro 3
20% OFF
8Bitdo
8Bitdo Pro 3
$55.99$69.99
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Arcade Classics Atari Centipede
20% OFF
Arcade Classics
Arcade Classics Atari Centipede
$199.99$249.99
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3-Star gaming gadgets

Gamesir X5s
14% OFF
GameSir
Gamesir X5s
$42.99$49.99
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MSI Cyborg 15
MSI
MSI Cyborg 15
$1,279
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Acer Predator Triton 14
Acer
Acer Predator Triton 14
$2,599.99
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PDP Riffmaster Wireless Guitar Controller
33% OFF
PDP
PDP Riffmaster Wireless Guitar Controller
$99.99$149.99
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OnePlus 15R
13% OFF
OnePlus
OnePlus 15R
$699.99$799.99
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