Best Gaming Desk: Complete Reviews With Comparisons

There will be many of you for whom the normal shaped gaming desks will be too small, especially if you have multiple monitors, or use your desk for office or college work, for example, which is why the extra surface provided by this L-shaped desk from AmazonBasics will appeal.

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We'll start by going into detail about the large surface, which measures 55 inches along each length, and is 20 inches deep.

This gives a much larger gaming area than most standard gaming desks and provides you plenty of surface space for multiple monitors, your games console and other gaming equipment.

This large surface also means you could have other items on the desk such as a laptop, speakers, books, stationery, and even a printer.

You also do not need to find space for a keyboard as there is a sliding keyboard shelf under the desk.

The desk is constructed from a black powder-coated steel frame which gives it a very modern appearance, and this is further enhanced by the four black tempered glass panels which form the surface areas of the desk, as well the keyboard shelf we mentioned previously.

It should be noted that you have an alternative option of clear glass panels instead of black glass panels.

The desk obviously needs to be assembled once it arrives, however, it is easier than might first appear having looked at images of the modular desk.

It comes with very clear assembly instructions and once completed you will soon realize that one of the benefits of this desk is its strength and stability, which are both highly desirable attributes of any gaming desk when you are playing games.

Often you will find L-shaped desks that have a fixed configuration, meaning once assembled there is no means to alter it.

Thankfully, this desk allows you reverse which side the keyboard shelf can go on, therefore, you can set it up whichever way suits you, or the room the desk is going to be used in.

While the keyboard shelf is a useful feature, it does appear to rather flimsy, and if someone is too aggressive in sliding it in and out, there is a possibility that it will come off its runners.

We're not sure if any single example could be called the 'quintessential' gaming table, but this one from Atlantic Gaming comes pretty close to what we imagine what it might be, thanks to its array of features specifically designed for gamer's needs.

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Before we discuss all the features mentioned in the intro, we'll cover off the basics of this Atlantic Original Gaming Desk.

The desk's dimensions are 40.125 inches across by 23.5 inches deep which may not make it the largest desk ever made, but in terms of what you need for gaming, it is ideal, especially with its durable laminated surface.

We say that because the monitor you use for gaming doesn't need to sit directly on to the desk.

Instead, it has its very own monitor stand at the back of the desk, with a length of 15.5 inch left to right and  7 inches front to back; the height is 6.25 inch from desktop.

This can accommodate up to 27-inch monitors and gives you more space to utilize on the desk's surface.

It's not just your monitor that has its own holder on this desk because in truth this desk has holders for lots of things gamers might use.

To the left of the monitor stand, there is a stand on which you can place your tablet or smartphone and charge it while you play games.

Next to that, there is a small rack that can be used for holding a speaker.

This is complemented by an identical rack located on the far right of the desk so that you can set up stereo sound.

You have a stand that can be used to store gaming discs and large gaming controllers located at the back of the desk.

On the side of the desk, you have a hook for your headset, and on the front, left leg you have a large drink's cup holder.

There is also a decent-sized storage tray under the front of the desk and the desk has two cable management slots to keep everything tidy.

The amount of storage accessories is a gamer's dream with just about anything you need for your gaming activities having a place where it can be placed or stored.

The drawer at the front of the desk is a great idea, but what isn't great about it is its wire construction.

This severely limits what can be placed in it as anything smaller than the gaps is simply going to fall through, plus it has no stop, so if you push it too far in, it falls of its runners.

Our fifth review looks at a gaming desk, which, at first glance, doesn't seem to be anything out of the ordinary, except when you see the massive width of this desk, you soon realize what its No. 1 attraction is.

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Let's start with that top feature and confirm that this gaming desk from ApexDesk is a huge 66 inches wide.

With a width that large, and a depth of 33 inches you should by now be seeing why this desk is so popular.

Its huge surface area means it can accommodate your console, up to three monitors, plus all the other gaming equipment that you might want such as controllers and speakers.

This desk size also means it is ideal for use as an office desk whenever needed, with plenty of space for books, folders, and paperwork.

Whether it is being used for gaming or office work, the desk’s surface will readily resist marks and bumps thanks to its MDF top, which has a smooth matte finish.

This gives the desk a very classy look, akin to some office desks which cost two or three times the price of this one.

The excellent features continue with something which we are sure gamers will love because it involves buttons and technology.

We are talking about this gaming desk’s electric adjustment system.

This can be used to adjust the desk to a height of between 29 inches and 48 inches, which is a range that should allow almost everyone to find a height that suits them best.

Adjustment of the desk's height is achieved via two ultra-quiet motors that are operated using the small button panel at the front of the desk.

This also gives you the option to stand up while you are playing, instead of sitting.

You can even save specific heights in the adjustment panel's memory so that the desk can be adjusted automatically to your preferred height every time.

Given that it can double up as both a gaming and an office desk, it is no surprise to see color options for both the desk's top, and the frame, which include black, grey, teak, and light oak.

The ability to adjust this desk so that you stand at it, as well as sit, has the potential to give you a number of benefits including some related to your health, if some medical research is to be believed.

With this gaming desk having such an advanced height adjustment system it is extremely disappointing that the wires that are required for this, and any other cables used for gaming, do not have any cable management.

Instead, you have to use your own, such as cable ties or similar.