Surge protectors are often overlooked as a necessity, but these days, everyone needs more outlets for more devices and it's important that they all be protected. In case of a lightning strike or an electrical issue, you want your devices to be protected from a powerful surge that can fry everything and ruin your devices completely. It also provides the freedom to put your devices where you want them, even if there aren't enough outlets in a particular spot. Below are the five best surge protectors around, and we've ranked them for you depending on your specific needs.

For gamers looking to build their own PC from scratch or to simply upgrade their current one, finding the right graphics card is one of the most important steps. Sometimes referred to as GPUs, these devices are perhaps more crucial to your gaming rig's overall performance than anything else, since they determine the quality of its video graphics. But with so many options available, it can be difficult to choose the right one. That's why we've put together this ranking of the best GPUs on the market, featuring models suitable for whatever level of gaming you're at or whatever your purpose.

The Nintendo Switch isn't cheap and you want to protect your gaming console. And if something should happen to it, you'd lose all of your progress in your games. Whether you're worried about your clumsy tendencies or worried your child might drop it, you need to have the right case to protect your Switch. But cases can range in size and different kinds of material so we've picked the top 5 cases to keep your Switch and your games safe.

The controller is to the gamer as the hammer is to the carpenter, so it's essential to work with the best. After all, you don't want to be left with a dead battery in the middle of a virtual firefight. When you're buying a new controller, you want one that provides accuracy, precision, comfort, and durability. We scoured the many options on the market and present our list of the best wireless controllers for the PS4 below. Read on and get ready to win.

We all need to stay connected in this day and age and sometimes it can be hard to find the best wiring to get the job done. There might be an outlet too far from where you want to put your tv to get the right feng shui. Maybe the color needs to match the walls so it isn't as noticeable. Maybe it needs to be extra durable to withstand the weight of a dresser. Taking all of the different individual possibilities into account, we've recommended the best ethernet cables for all of your specific needs.

Compared to the Nintendo and Sega consoles of yore, today's gaming systems can feel like a revelation. Graphics are better, the gameplay is more immersive, and the sheer variety of options is enough to keep even the most dedicated gamers forever happy. Still, for anyone who grew up playing them — and even for those who only came to realize their value later — there's something irreplaceable about the original consoles. Whether it's their beautiful simplicity, the iconic games and characters, or just plain old nostalgia, these systems continue to hold a special place in our hearts many decades later. Luckily, the enduring popularity of retro consoles has led to a re-issuance of many of the most beloved models, so it's not hard to relive the gaming glory of your youth. We put together this list to help you do just that.

Nothing takes us out of the immersion of a video game's universe more than a choppy framerate on a slow monitor. And in the case of first-person shooters, a dropped frame can mean the difference between life and death (thankfully not literally, but you get the point). You may have to see it to believe it, but a monitor with a refresh rate of 144Hz displays motion noticeably smoother than its slower 60Hz or 120Hz cousins. Here, we’ve come up with five of our favorite gaming monitors with that super-fast refresh rate, from the prettiest to the priciest.

For many video games, a microphone is essential. And with free platforms like Twitch and YouTube, anyone can be a video game streamer. All you need to share your mad skills and witticisms with the world is a computer, a video game, and a microphone. If your computer comes with a built-in mic, you’ve probably already decided that it’s not going to cut it. That's why we decided to scour the market for the best of the best microphones for gamers. Read on to find your new favorite mic.