Peripherals is a broad category that covers everything connecting you to your PC, from keyboards and mice to headsets, webcams, simulation gear, and beyond. The specs that matter vary enormously depending on what you need: a keyboard buyer might care about switch type, polling rate, and wireless protocol, while someone after a racing wheel needs to think about force feedback strength, wheel diameter, and pedal quality. Headsets bring their own considerations around driver size, connection type (USB, 3.5mm, or wireless via 2.4GHz dongle), and whether you need a discrete sound card to get the best from them.

We compare products across a wide price range, from affordable entry-level options to high-end simulation rigs and professional-grade hardware that runs well into the thousands. Brands include the usual gaming-focused names like Razer, Corsair, and Logitech alongside simulation specialists such as MOZA, Thrustmaster, and Next Level Racing, plus more general manufacturers like Cherry, Dell, and Apple.

If you are building a desk setup from scratch, it is worth prioritising your input devices first. A good mouse and keyboard will outlast several GPU generations and make a meaningful difference to your day-to-day experience.