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Best Mouse Pads 2026: Tested for Performance and Pretty Lights
By Sarah Jacobsson Purewal last updated
The best gaming mouse pads to complete your setup — soft and hard surfaces, with and without RGB, and every size from "regular" to "bigger than your desk."

Best Gaming Laptops Under $1,000
By Andrew E. Freedman last updated
You can spend less than $1,000 on a gaming laptop, and we've tested several to find the best budget gamer available.

Best Gaming Mouse 2026: Tested for Every Grip Style
By Sarah Jacobsson Purewal last updated
We've tested and reviewed the best gaming mice for every game type, gaming style, and grip style.

Best PC Cases 2026: Our Tested Picks for Your Next Build
By Matt Safford last updated
Based on cooling, noise, and compatibility tests, these are our favorite PC cases.

Best Gaming Monitors 2026: Budget, Curved, G-Sync and More
By Christian Eberle, Brandon Hill last updated
Here are the best gaming monitors for PC available in 2026, from budget displays to 144Hz, 4K and curved.

Best Wireless Keyboards 2026: Tested for Gaming, Typing, and Traveling
By Sarah Jacobsson Purewal last updated
Whether you’re gaming from the couch, writing a book on the road, or you just want a clutter-free desk, these are the best wireless keyboards we've tested.

Best Flash Drives 2026: Fast, Spacious, Pocketable USB Storage
By Matt Safford last updated
Today's best flash drives are faster and speedier than ever. We've tested dozens to find the best.

Best External SSDs 2026
By Matt Safford last updated
We've tested dozens of external hard drives and SSDs and chosen models that offer the best balance of performance, features and price.
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