8 PC gaming upgrades under $100 that level up your battlestation

Gaming on a budget doesn’t mean compromising on quality. Whether you’re a casual player or a dedicated enthusiast, finding the right accessories can make the few hours you get to spend in front of your computer that much better… without emptying your wallet. We’ve dug around and found some of the best gaming accessories under $100 — not only will you get top-notch performance, but you’ll get great value too. Let’s dive into the gear that proves great gaming doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag.

Upgrade your mouse

Razer

One of the main things you need for your gaming setup is a proper mouse. There are so many options out there, but we’re particularly in love with the Razer Basilisk V3 X Hyperspeed. With an 18K optical sensor, nine programmable keys, and Chroma RGB, this one’s speedy, versatile, and gorgeous. The Basilisk V3 is also a solid option with a 26K DPI optical sensor and 11 programmable buttons. If you’re into MMOs, then the Naga V2 may be more up your speed with its 19 buttons and 30K sensor.

Elevate your laptop

Mukiya

If you’re using a gaming laptop, then you’re probably going to get a lot of use from a USB-C laptop docking station stand like this one from Mukiya. Not only will this allow you to choose between nine angles, but it also comes with a super-handy integrated dock that features a 4K HDMI port, two USB-A, one USB-C PD port, one USB-C data port, as well as SD and TF readers. Thus, this thing allows you to add another screen to your setup.

Add more screens to your gaming setup

Anker

If you want a more versatile docking station, this 14-in-1 Anker model is a great option. This thing comes with two 4K HDMI ports and another 1080p VGA port, therefore enabling you to add three displays you can enjoy while gaming. There are also several USB ports, a USB-C PD-in port with 100W max charging power, SD and microSD card slots, and more. There’s even a 1Gbps Ethernet port for stable gaming.

Upgrade your audio

Creative

Let’s be honest — laptops (and monitors) don’t really come with great speakers, so you’re going to need some if you want to properly enjoy the movies you watch and the games you play. For their price, the Creative Pebble Pro speakers are absolute gold. They have a minimalist design, and they come with Bluetooth 5.3 and customizable RGB lighting.

Stay in touch with friends

Dominic Bayley / IDG

If you’re into multiplayer games, then you need to be able to keep in touch with friends. The Turtle Beach Stealth 600 headset is one of our favorites, and it’s perfect not only for PC gaming, working with everything from the Xbox One to the PS5, and even your smartphone. It delivers some 80 hours of battery on a single charge, has a noise-cancelling mic, and it’s super comfy. While its MSRP is usually over $100, you can often get it on sale.

Organize your controllers

Razer

We all love gaming on our consoles, but keeping those controllers charged can be a chore most days. Well, not if you get one of these Razer charging stands that will give you a place to rest your controller while also recharging it. Razer has options for both PS5 and Xbox users and they’re rather affordable (and beautiful).

Get a better keyboard

Logitech

Gaming keyboards are great for players — they’re speedy, comfortable to use, and backlit so you can find the keys even when gaming at night. The Logitech G413 SE, for instance, is a full-sized keyboard that features PBT keycaps that are resistant to both heat and wear and tear. There are also 12 function keys available to control media, toggle lighting, and so on.

Elevate your monitor setup

HUANUO

One of the best things you can do for your gaming setup is get more desk space, and that’s super easy to do once you lift those monitors off it. This Huanuo dual monitor stand features two adjustable arms that make it easy to tilt, swivel, or rotate the monitors however you need them. They are suitable for monitors from 13 to 32 inches, and each arm can hold up to 19.8 pounds.