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8 gaming devices & peripherals to buy instead of overpriced PC components

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Instead of buying a CPU or GPU , invest in these essential upgrades to elevate your PC setup.

A lightweight, high-performance wireless mouse can do wonders for your gaming experience, especially if you play a lot of FPS and action games.

A controller might be the catalyst I need to reignite my passion for PC gaming.

Not every gaming chair is a scam; you can still buy a decent model for around $200 .

You can get great 34-inch ultrawide monitors for under $300 , and there isn't a lot you're missing out on.

Instead of yet another GPU upgrade, consider diving headfirst into VR gaming.

The Meta Quest 3 is perhaps the best VR headset for most gamers, but if $ 500 sounds too much, you can consider a pre-owned Meta Quest 2.

The PS5 is still one of the best gaming consoles on the market, offering stupendous value for $ 500 .

With the state PC hardware and gaming is in, many gamers are considering a switch to consoles.

For the same amount of money (or less, in most cases, you can get more value, and perhaps, an all-new gaming experience.

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