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Best Christmas gifts 2024 for PC gamers from Steam Deck and keyboards to headsets and more

As we get closer to Christmas, people are getting prepared early with all their presents ready under the tree (or with Santa of course), but do you really know what to get the PC game in your life?

PC gaming is a fantastic experience, but with so much choice it can be hard to work out where to start when buying a gift for a gamer.

Whether your loved one is clicking heads in VALORANT or managing their Sims' daily lives, there are a whole host of options to improve their PC experience.

From keyboards to headsets and hard drives, and much more, we've rounded up some of the best gift ideas for the PC gamer in your life to help make their Christmas extra special.

Keyboards

There are a lot of keyboards out there, but not all are created equal. We've rounded up some of our absolute favourites below so you have a wealth of choice:

Logitech G915 X TKL

[The Logitech G915 X TKL in white/silver]

The Logitech G915 X TKL is one of our favourite keyboard options(Image: Amazon)

This compact, TKL (Tenkeyless) board is the latest version of Logitech's fantastic G915. Its keys are more durable, it charges via USB-C, but it maintains the same footprint while remaining light enough to travel with.

Buy it now for 179.99

SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL

[The SteelSeries Apex Pro]

The Apex Pro is available in wired and wireless options(Image: Amazon)

Available in wired and wireless versions, the SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL has rapid actuation which makes it the world's fastest keyboard - ideal for budding esports players, or anyone that wants a very comfortable board for marathon gaming sessions.

Buy it now for 163.99

Keychron Q1 HE

[Keychron Q1 HE]

Keychron keyboards are endlessly customisable(Image: Amazon)

A keyboard ideal for work and play, the Q1 HE is heavy but feels so nice to type on that you'll find it hard to go to anything else. It's got a dongle and Bluetooth connectivity options, too.

Buy it now for 173.79

Headset

The Logitech Astro A50 X is pricey, but we'd still say it's worth it. It can be used across all platforms thanks to its smart base station, and it has fantastic audio quality with a lightweight design thanks to graphene drivers.

[The Logitech Astro A50X]

The Logitech Astro A50X is an expensive headset, but it's packed with features(Image: Amazon)

Buy it now for 319.99

Storage

It's not the most exciting pickup, but what good is a PC without room for extra games? While there are plenty of internal options, our pick is the WD_Black Game Drive.

Available in a variety of sizes and with "plug and play" functionality across PC and consoles, it's an easy recommendation.

[The WD_Black Game Drive]

The WD_Black Game Drive is ideal for consoles or PC(Image: Amazon)

Buy it now for 85.99

Portable PCs/Consoles

This is a relatively new category, but one that's only grown in popularity with the likes of the Steam Deck.

Steam Deck OLED

[Steam Deck console]

The Steam Deck console is at the forefront of a wave of portable PCs(Image: Future Publishing via Getty Images)

Valve's Steam Deck is a fantastic portable console that uses SteamOS to offer native access to the company's huge storefront. It lacks the power of some rivals but is arguably more convenient than any of them.

Buy it now for 469.99

ASUS ROG Ally X

[The ASUS ROG Ally X]

The ASUS ROG Ally X is a portable powerhouse(Image: Amazon)

ASUS' second stab at a portable PC/console changes up the design and adds a much larger battery. It runs Windows 11, too, and has a higher resolution than the Steam Deck.

Buy it now for 978.99

Miscellaneous

GeForce Now

[Nvidia GeForce now key art]

Nvidia GeForce Now gives you a powerful PC wherever you are(Image: Nvidia)

Got a PC but wishing it had more power? GeForce Now is a subscription service that lets you play the games you already own on a powerful RTX 4080 GPU and stream it to your device.

Buy it now

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate

[Xbox Game Pass Ultimate 3 month membership]

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate gives you games on PC and console(Image: Amazon)

An easy recommendation for PC gamers, but a must-buy if you have an Xbox, too, Game Pass packs a whole host of games for both platforms including huge 2024 releases like Indiana Jones and the Golden Circle and Stalker 2.

Buy it now for 32.99

Hyte Y70 Touch

[The Hyte Y70 Touch PC case]

The Hyte Y70 Touch adds an entire new interface to your PC(Image: Amazon)

PC cases are a nice way of expressing yourself through hardware, but this Hyte Y70 Touch case adds an entire touchscreen to one panel, offering easy-to-read system information through nifty widgets.

Buy it now for 379.99

Elgato Stream Deck

[Elgato Stream Deck]

The Stream Deck comes in a variety of sizes(Image: Amazon)

Not just for streamers, a Stream Deck can offer you a variety of buttons you didn't know you needed. Need to open an application, run a macro with a single button press, or want a widget you can glance at? The Stream Deck has you covered.

Buy it now for 149.99

Thrustmaster T.Flight Hotas One Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition

[Thrustmaster T.Flight Hotas One]

Take to the skies from the comfort of your couch or desk(Image: Amazon)

Ideal for Microsoft Flight Simulator and just about any other game that supports a stick, this Thrustmaster stick includes a throttle that can be detached. A great way to get into building a flight simulator setup, it won't break the bank but adds a whole new layer of immersion.

Buy it now for 89.99

ManbaOne Interactive Screen Gaming Controller

[ManbaOne controller]

This nifty controller comes with a charging dock(Image: Amazon)

In a world of gaming controllers of which there are way too many it's hard for new products to stand out, but the Manba One manages to do just that. Compatible with PC, Switch, iOS and Android, this sleek-looking piece of kit comes with an interactive screen that allows you complete autonomy over button mapping, backlights, vibrations and buttons, something not many competitors allow for.

Buy it now for 60.79

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