Top HP Gaming Accessories for Competitive Play

To get the most out of your gaming experience, it’s best to have accessories designed for gamers and with features that suit your play style. Doing this can give you the competitive edge needed to take on your opponents and emerge victorious.

HP has a huge range of accessories designed with gamers in mind, from keyboards and mice to headsets and monitors. Let’s run through some of our ranges of gaming accessories and share our stand-out picks for each one.

HP gaming keyboards

For the best PC gaming experience, you want to find a keyboard that is comfortable, durable, and has fast response times. While there are some pretty good membrane keyboards available, most serious gamers opt for a mechanical keyboard thanks to the speed and accuracy of its switches. Taking a look at the HP gaming keyboard range, you’ll notice it largely includes HyperX Mechanical switches.

The HP gaming keyboards also come with anti-ghosting technology. This is an essential feature for gamers to ensure input is accurate no matter how many keys are hit at once. The line-up also incorporates customisable RGB lights into the design, a cool feature that signifies its status as a purpose-built piece of gaming technology.

Our pick: HyperX Alloy Origins 65 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

The HyperX Alloy Originals 65 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard is our top pick for a mechanical keyboard. At 65% form factor, this compact keyboard features dedicated arrow, home and delete keys. The body uses aircraft grade aluminium, and the double-shot PBT keycaps are rated to 80 million keystrokes. The mechanical keys are backlit with RGB lights, and it has advanced customisation available through the HyperX NGENUITY software.

Gaming mice for precision

The mouse is one of the most important pieces of equipment for PC gamers, so it makes sense to have one that’s just for gaming. Gaming mice are generally lighter than a standard mouse, with greater sensitivity and a more ergonomic design that incorporates additional programmable buttons.

HP’s HyperX gaming mouse range consists of a series of wired and wireless mice at different price points, from the budget-friendly HyperX Pulsefire Core to the ultimate wireless mouse, the HyperX PulseFire Dart. Each one has been designed with ergonomics in mind, keeping you comfortable and accurate through high-intensity or long-duration gaming sessions. The RGB lighting, programmable buttons and customisable DPI settings can easily be adjusted using the HyperX NGENUITY software.

Our pick: HyperX Pulsefire Haste Wireless Gaming Mouse

The HyperX Pulsefire Haste wireless gaming mouse is made with an ultra-light hex shell, and is anti-dust and water-resistant, rated to IP55. The 2.4 GHz wireless connection allows for a 1 ms report rate, resulting in low-latency communications that eliminate lag. It has 100 hours of battery life to last through any gaming session and is compatible with gaming PCs and consoles.

Immersive gaming headsets

The outside world is noisy, so for a more immersive gaming experience, try a gaming headset. Using a headset delivers in-game communications, dialogue, music and sound cues straight to your ear, making it easier to forget about everything else and become absorbed into the game. Having noise cancellation technology incorporated into the design enhances this effect.

We have a range of excellent gaming headsets that are bound to match the right balance of features, design points and price. There are wired and wireless options, and some feature an inbuilt microphone, virtual surround sound, noise cancellation and HyperX Dual Chamber Drivers. Comfort is also a key consideration, exemplified in HyperX Signature Comfort design features throughout the range.

Our pick: HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset

The HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset prioritises comfort and sound quality. The adjustable aluminium frame, HyperX signature memory foam and premium leatherette make it comfortable over your ears. The sound is controlled by 53 mm drivers to help you lose yourself in the virtual world, and it has a Virtual 7.1 Surround Sound system that can be toggled on and off.

High-refresh-rate monitors

The speed and display quality of your gaming monitor can make or break your experience. There’s nothing better than playing at a high resolution with a fast refresh rate and accurately displaying colours, and nothing worse than dealing with lagging gameplay. 

The resolution of the HP gaming monitors ranges from Full High-Definition (1920 x 1080) to 4K Ultra-High Definition (3840 x 2160), powered by either a flat IPS or curved VA panel. The refresh rate varies between 144 Hz and 240 Hz, and many have a 1 ms Grey-to-Grey (GtG) response time with Overdrive. This means that no matter how intense or competitive the gameplay gets, lag won’t be an issue. 

Our pick: OMEN 27 Gaming Monitor

The OMEN 27 Gaming Monitor is an option well worth considering. The 27-inch screen has a refresh rate of 165 Hz, and the integration of AMD Freesync™ Premium technology eliminates lag. It is compatible with gaming consoles and PC and has HP Eye Ease to help prevent eye strain during longer gaming sessions.

Gaming mousepads

A high-quality gaming mouse pad can make more of a difference than you might realise. The responsiveness of a mouse can be impacted if used on an uneven surface that interrupts tracking. The mouse pad provides a uniform, flat surface, allowing for better tracking while being gentler on the mouse skates and helping to keep the sensor clean. Generally, mouse pads are a few millimetres thick, and that additional padding can also be more supportive and comfortable for your wrist.

Our mouse pads are optimised for durability and precision tracking. They have an anti-slip rubber base and enough padding to keep you comfortable.

Our pick: HyperX Pulsefire Mat RGB Gaming Mousepad

The HyperX Pulsefire RGB Mat is 900 mm by 420 mm and 4 mm thick. The most eye-catching feature, however, is its two zones of RGB lighting. These zones can be customised using the HyperX NGENUITY software. The mat has a durable, densely woven surface enabling superior tracking but remains flexible enough to be rolled up for transportation. The rubber base stops it from slipping around, and the seamless, anti-fray stitched edges help it resist the demands of daily use.

Gaming accessories to enhance the experience

Aside from the accessories we’ve already covered, there are a few others that could enhance your gaming experience. If you prefer using a controller over a mouse, then our HyperX range includes a wireless gaming controller for PC and a wired controller for XBox. For those looking for the ultimate experience in immersive gaming, HP offers a virtual headset with state-of-the-art sensors, stunning visuals and impressive sound quality. We also offer gaming microphones, wrist rests and gaming buds to enhance your existing setup.

Our pick: HyperX DuoCast USB Gaming Microphone

The HyperX DuoCast USB Gaming Microphone was created for multipurpose use. The microphone is suitable for work and play, including PC gaming, consoles, virtual workspaces and content creation. It has Hi-Res 24-bit recording at 96k Hz, with a simple gain control adjustment knob and tap-to-mute functionality. In recognition of its status as a gaming microphone, the HyperX DuoCast features two customisable zones of RGB lighting.

Compatibility and integration

Accessories that were traditionally more for PC gaming can be used for a range of gaming consoles in many instances. Many HP gaming accessories can seamlessly integrate with a range of gaming systems, including PC, Playstation 5™, Playstation 4™, Xbox Series X|S™ and Xbox One™.

In terms of software integration, HP gaming accessories are compatible with the HyperX NGENUITY or OMEN Gaming Hub software. Certain accessories also have additional software options, like NVIDIA® G-SYNC®-compatible monitors or display options for AMD Freesync Premium. 

Summary

Whether you’re a casual or competitive gamer, having the right accessories can improve your overall experience. Investing in something that’s high-quality from the start saves you money in the long run and gives you a faster, more immersive experience today.