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Best Gifts to Impress a Gamer

Read on and open those wallets so you can dish out some of the coolest gifts this year.


When you want the best of the best gaming gear, you already look to SteelSeries. But if you want to impress that gamer on your gift list this year who appreciates luxury and premium technology, do you know which products you'd choose from the entirety of the SteelSeries catalog? We get it. There are so many awesome pieces of gear. That's why we've put together a list of gifts to help you impress any of the gamers you're buying for this holiday season. From our best gaming keyboards to our newest gaming mice and everything in between, we've got you covered. With these gifts, you can prove that you know exactly what to look for and what’ll impress with the hardcore gaming crowd. Plus, you already know you’ll be helping anyone improve their game while giving them a little reason to show off. We all like to do that in many ways, after all.

Your giftee will undoubtedly thank you, and you can feel great about sharing some of the best gear you can find. It’s tantamount to great performance in gaming, and that’s something that can’t be denied.


Arctis Pro + GameDAC

Arctis Pro + GameDAC We don't call it the Arctis Pro for nothing. This high-resolution PC gaming headset is a fantastic option for anyone looking to upgrade their audio on PC, and a premium choice for a gift. It features industry-leading hi-res capable speaker drivers for immersive sound, as well DTS Headphone:X v2.0 surround sound that'll make you feel like you're actually in the game you're playing. Plus, when you need to chat with your team or your friends, you can use the ClearCast mic, the best mic in gaming, to make sure they hear every word. Its lightweight aluminum alloy and steel construction make it perfect for any situation as well. The included GameDAC transforms any PS4 or PC into a high performance audio source by bypassing the low fidelity, poor quality DACs found in typical console controllers, USB headsets, and PC sound cards. When you gift this headset to anyone, they'll be using it for a long time to come.

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Apex Pro TKL

Apex Pro TKL There's no more premium-feeling keyboard than the Apex Pro TKL, and when you spend just a bit of time with it, you'll see why. Its size and shape are exactly what anyone looking for luxury will jump out of their seat about. This tenkeyless option features 8x faster response, 5x faster actuation, and 2x durability. It also has first-of-its kind adjustable mechanical switches for customizable per-key sensitivity. Plus, you can change up its OLED Smart Display to bring you information straight out of your favorite games and apps. Plus, the detachable soft touch magnetic wrist rest gives the keyboard a bit of class. And with the series 5000 Aircraft grade aluminum frame, you know this keyboard is going to last quite a while.

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Prime Wireless

Prime Wireless gaming mouse The new Prime Wireless mouse is everything you love about the pro-centric Prime mouse, only wireless. That means you get lightning-fast Prestige optical magnetic switches--a first in gaming--that can deliver over 100M crispy clicks, so you'll be gaming with it for some time to come. Plus, with pro grade precision tracking with the TrueMove Pro gaming sensor, your movements will translate as quickly as you make them. It’s just 80g in terms of weight, with a textured matte design developed in tandem with some of the top pros in the esports industry. It also provides over 100 hours of high-performance 1000Hz gameplay, in addition to fast charge. This mouse is truly going to take you places.

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QcK 5XL Mousepad

The QcK mousepad lineup There's nothing more premium than a massive mousepad that can take up the entire space of your desktop. The QcK 5XL size can do just that. At 1600 mm x 800 x 3 mm, it's ready for anything. It's crafted from exclusive QcK micro-woven cloth for maximum control, and optimized for low and high CPI tracking movements. All this, and it's easy to wash if you need to get any stains out or just freshen it up. It's even been the top choice for esports pros for over 15 years, so you know we've been doing something right. Show the person you're shopping for you know exactly what you're doing when it comes to precision mousepads.

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Check out the SteelSeries gaming gift guide for our top gear picks this year sorted by price, compatibility, and more.

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