A winning edge isn’t just a matter of skill; when you’re playing PC and console games, the right gaming desk can make all the difference. Why? Because this essential piece of kit can help you stay focused and competitive. With more features than your typical table top or work desk, the best gaming desks prioritise size, shape and adjustability to accommodate a PC and multiple monitors and keyboards, while still giving you the room you need to easily move your mouse and controller. 

Gaming Desks That Give You Room to Move

The Viper Gaming Desk 1500mm Black on a teal background and the Viper Gaming Desk 1200mm Black on an orange background. 

Go big or go home – that’s the attitude for many elite gamers who like spacious options like the Viper Gaming Desk 1500mm Black. At 1.5m wide it has ample space for dual monitors or one ultra-wide gaming monitor. Even though it’s slightly smaller, the Viper Gaming Desk 1200mm Black can also accommodate dual monitors on its powder coated steel frame and can support up to 40kg. Both Viper Gaming desks have LED lighting along the tabletop edges (a must for added ambience), along with a headphone holder, a cup holder and a cable management tray. 

Gaming Desks That Flex for Height and Health

The Typhoon Ultimate Gaming Electric Sit-Stand Desk shown on a purple background and the Newhaven Electric Sit Stand Desk shown on a yellow background.‍

Ergonomics and comfort are a big part in a player’s success, so being able to adjust the desk to your height and to suit your playing style is important. The Typhoon Ultimate Gaming Electric Sit-Stand Desk 1500mm Black and the Newhaven Electric Sit Stand Desk with Drawer 1500mm Black can be adapted for sitting or standing using a control panel on the desktop to achieve your desired height. Like a sit-stand work desk, this can help improve posture and reduce neck and shoulder strain. 

The Typhoon Ultimate sit-stand desk has LED lighting along the edges of the tabletop as well as a handy headset holder and drink holder so you don’t forget to stay hydrated in between levels.

The Newhaven gaming desk lets you save up to four preset heights so you can shift to the perfect altitude with the click of a button. Use its dual drawers to store all your other tech, cables and games as well.

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Gaming Desks That Are Wallet Friendly

The Typhoon Bathurst LED Gaming Desk 1000mm, the ONEX Gaming Desk 1100Z and the ONEX Gaming Desk 1200H, shown on various brightly coloured backgrounds. ‍

You don’t need to break the bank for your gaming – there are several well-priced gaming desks that have a host of features for a superior experience. The 1m wide Typhoon Bathurst LED Gaming Desk 1000mm Black includes a headphone rest and cup holder, while the ONEX Gaming Desk 1100Z, at 1.12m wide, has a dual headset rack and a game pad holder. If you have a little more cash to splash, the 1.2m ONEX Gaming Desk 1200H offers a large mouse pad, a game controller rack fit with four USB charging ports and includes a power socket rack with surge protectors. 

Gaming Desks That Prioritise Both Style and Functionality 

The ONEX Gaming Desk 1200Z shown on a purple background and the ONEX Gaming Desk 1600Z shown on a teal background.‍

For many gamers, a desk doesn’t just have to be fit for purpose – it also has to look good and be loads of fun to use. The ONEX Gaming Desk 1200Z was designed by gamers for gamers, so expect stylish Z-shaped legs, a smooth carbon-fibre texture finish desktop and LED lights to enhance the gaming mood. If you need room to stretch out, the ONEX Gaming Desk 1600Z has a roomy setup with a place for all your accessories including headsets, gaming discs and drinks. Supporting up to 180kg, it may be super sturdy, but it’s also super sleek with Z-shaped legs, an eye-catching textured surface and geometric light installations.

What to Try

An assortment of gaming desks shown on various brightly coloured backgrounds.

This article was originally published in August 2021 and has been updated.