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Must have accessories for PC gamers

Judith López
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Gameplay just is not the same without some epic gear to make it more realistic. The best way to reach an extraordinary experience while gaming on your PC is through the best equipment. First, let’s do a quick overview of the best gaming brands.

HP gaming brands

HP OMEN and HyperX are two of the brands that offer the best products for gamers. They not only offer the best gaming PCs and laptops on the market but also amazing accessories to match them.

OMEN

OMEN is constantly delivering your gaming wishes (except the unlimited lives one). The HP OMEN line of PCs is a truly ground-breaking gaming brand; it offers a rich line-up of innovative desktop systems, elite gaming laptops, and a variety of cutting-edge accessories, software, and services. HP OMEN computers provide maximum gaming performance, and they’re ergonomically optimized and feature-loaded.

HyperX

HyperX, HP's most recent acquisition, has built a loyal following among gamers. Its mission has been to develop gaming products for all types of gamers. The award-winning brand is known for consistently delivering products that provide superior comfort, aesthetics, performance, and reliability. HyperX gear is the choice of celebrity ambassadors, pro gamers, and tech enthusiasts worldwide because it is designed by people with a passion for gaming. And now, HP looks forward to further strengthening the HyperX brand.

Must have accessories for PC gaming

Finally! you have a little free time, and what better way to take advantage of it than to play on your PC. But, it seems that your computer's mouse and keyboard are not comfortable enough to get the most out of your gaming experience. Not to mention, your cellphone earphones keep coming out of your ears.
If you want to get the most out of your gaming experience, you will need some matching accessories. The three must-have accessories for every PC gamer are a gaming mouse, a gaming keyboard, and a gaming headset.
Let’s review each category!

Mouse

One of the most important things when playing on your PC is to be comfortable. While you can use a conventional mouse, a gaming one has an ergonomic design that will keep you from getting cramps.
A gaming mouse has sensors to improve reactions when playing and are illuminated, to help you get into your game. Also, many gaming mice have additional buttons that you can access with your thumb. These buttons can be programmed to be extra hotkeys, which will help you stick to the game and avoid switching to the keyboard when chasing enemies.
There is another detail that you must take into account when choosing a gaming mouse: DPIs. DPI stands for "dots per linear inch" and is the standard used to measure the mouse sensitivity, expressed as the number of dots per linear inch that a mouse can detect. If you have a large monitor, you will need a higher DPI mouse.

Best mice for PC gaming

1. OMEN Reactor Mouse by HP

Score a next-level competitive advantage with the OMEN Reactor Mouse. Equipped with lightning-fast optical-mechanical switches and customizable comfort for incredible wins.
Additional features:
  • 0.2ms click response time.
  • Mouse & Quick start poster.
  • Ultra-fast response. Ultra-durable play.
  • Customizable comfort.
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2. HyperX Pulsefire Core - Gaming Mouse

The HyperX Pulsefire Core™ delivers the essentials for gamers looking for a solid, comfortable, and wired RGB gaming mouse. Pulsefire Core has textured side grips for a comfortable, no-slip grip, and its symmetrical shape is suitable for both palm and claw grip.
Additional features:
  • Pixart 3327 optical sensor.
  • Seven programmable buttons.
  • Easy customization with HyperX NGENUITY software.
  • Customizable RGB lighting.
  • DPI settings up to 6200 DPI.
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3. HyperX Pulsefire Dart - Wireless Gaming Mouse

HyperX Pulsefire Dart™ is a gaming-grade wireless mouse with a reliable 2.4GHz RF connection that will make you wonder why you waited so long to cut the cord.
Additional features:
  • Gaming-grade wireless and Qi Certified for wireless charging.
  • Long-lasting battery life (up to 50 hrs).
  • Pixart 3389 Sensor.
  • DPI up to 16,000.
  • Advanced customization with HyperX NGENUITY Software.
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Keyboard

Whether you’re playing competitively or not, a gaming keyboard plays a key role in your gaming performance. A great gaming keyboard can provide a better gaming performance, whether that’s increasing your effectiveness online or simply providing a more comfortable experience while you de-stress and enjoy a night in another world.
Something you should look for while choosing a gaming keyboard is if it is mechanical or not. Mechanical keyboards consist of keycaps, which, when pressed, activate high-quality, spring-loaded plastic mechanical key switches underneath. You will hear and feel a “clicking” sound when the key is pressed to let you know that it was registered. They are durable and excellent for competitive gameplay. There are also optical/photo-optical keyboards that use light-emitting diodes (LED) and photo sensors to detect when keys are activated optically. These ones are usually incredibly fast.

Best keyboards for gaming

1. OMEN Sequencer Keyboard by HP

Switch to optical. Strike faster. Maneuver at the speed of light and gain an edge over your competition with industry-leading optical-mechanical switch technology with the OMEN Sequencer Keyboard. Built for gamers with customization and durability in mind.
Additional features:
  • Optical-mechanical Blue switches with a 0.2 ms response time.
  • Individually backlit keys with up to 16.8 million RGB colors to choose from.
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2. HyperX Alloy Origins Keyboard

The HyperX Alloy Origins is a compact, sturdy mechanical keyboard featuring custom HyperX mechanical switches designed to provide gamers a blend of style, performance, and reliability.
Additional features:
  • Full aircraft-grade aluminum body.
  • Compact, portable design with detachable USB-C cable.
  • RGB backlit keys with radiant lighting effects.
  • Advanced customization with HyperX NGENUITY Software.
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3. HyperX Alloy Elite 2 Keyboard

For gamers, streamers, and multi-taskers who need to have more control at their fingertips, the HyperX Alloy Elite 2 is the keyboard for them (and you). With dedicated media keys and a large volume wheel, this fully-featured gaming keyboard is ready for everything from video editing to watching movies.
Additional features:
  • HyperX Pudding Keycaps.
  • HyperX Mechanical Switches.
  • Signature light bar and dynamic RGB lighting effects.
  • Solid steel frame.
  • Advanced customization with HyperX NGENUITY software.
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Headset

Picking the right headset is crucial for a gamer’s experience. Gaming headsets let you chat with teammates and gather sound details that you can’t get through a speaker system. But how do you know what will work best for you? Since every gamer is unique, what you think is most important in a headset may not be the same for someone else.
Some features that you should look for before buying a gaming headset are sound quality and latency. Sound quality is measured through bitrates, expressed in kilobits. This is the amount of data that is processed per second. The higher the bitrate, the more information is stored in the audio file, which will render a more detailed sound.
Latency is the time it takes for a signal to reach its destination. In gaming headsets, latency is the delay that occurs from the time the audio signal is sent (or played) until it is actually heard through the earcups.

Best headsets for gaming

1. OMEN Blast Headset

Get your head in every game with the sensational-sounding OMEN Blast headset. It comes packing 7.1 surround sound, 24-bit USB DAC, a retractable noise canceling mic, and one heck of a laser light show in RGB.
Additional feature:
  • 360° spatial awareness.
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2. HyperX Cloud Revolver Headset

The HyperX Cloud Revolver™ is primed with HyperX 7.1 surround sound and a wider sound stage to hear in-game audio with precise detail. The studio-grade sound stage provides vivid sound with distance and depth, making it perfect for shooters and open world environments.
Additional features:
  • Advanced USB audio control box.
  • 50mm directional drivers pump out crisp, precise audio.
  • Dense, higher-quality signature HyperX memory foam.
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3. HyperX Cloud Alpha S Headset

The HyperX Cloud Alpha™ S builds upon the groundbreaking Cloud Alpha and features HyperX virtual 7.1 surround sound. With the included audio control mixer, you can activate the surround sound and adjust the game audio and chat balance without having to go into any menus. Bass adjustment sliders have been added to the ear cups so you can personalize your audio.c
Additional features:
  • HyperX Dual Chamber Drivers.
  • Signature Confort.
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In summary

The right accessories will help you immerse yourself in whatever world you're playing in. A gaming headset can transport you in seconds to any virtual world, while a gaming mouse and a gaming keyboard can help you be the fastest to achieve any victory ahead. We are sure these recommendations will help you improve your gaming experience.

About the Author

Judith López is a writer for HP Tech Takes Latin America. She is a content creator, who writes for diverse industries, such as tech and culture.

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