Today, gaming technology offers features that just two or three years ago were only available to professional players, the so-called eSports representatives: monitors with ultra-fast refresh rates, mechanical and magnetic keyboards with instant response, and innovative cooling systems that handle the most complex graphics without any problems.
In this article, we will help you figure out in detail how to build an ideal Gaming Setup from scratch so that you don't get lost in technical details, perfectly match all the necessary components together, and allocate your funds smartly.
How to Choose the Main Device: Laptop or Console?
The first and most important step is choosing the main device. Here you must decide what your lifestyle and gaming style are like.
If you often have to move around, are a student, or simply prefer having one powerful device for both work and entertainment, a gaming laptop is the best choice. When choosing a laptop, pay attention to two main features:
- Video Card (GPU) and System Synergy: The video card does not only determine the visual aspect of the game. The more powerful it is, the more it allows you to run "heavy" games on high graphics. Its two main features are Megahertz (MHz), which provides data processing speed, and Virtual Memory (VRAM), which allows storing more data simultaneously (this is especially important in new games). It should also be noted that a powerful video card alone is not enough; for system stability, it is necessary that the processor (CPU) and RAM specifications are fully synchronized with it. Otherwise, a so-called "Bottleneck" is created. The latest video card with an old processor will yield a worse result than a harmoniously assembled system with less powerful specifications.
- Cooling System: Brands presented on Kontakt.ge, such as Lenovo, Asus, MSI, and Acer, stand out for their cooling systems, which means that even during hours of gaming, the laptop will not overheat and will not "lag".
On the other hand, if gaming is primarily relaxation for you and you prefer to settle on the couch after work or study, a PlayStation 5 is an ideal choice. Its main advantage is simplicity; you don't have to worry about whether your system will "pull" a new game. Besides, PlayStation has an outstanding controller with detailed vibration, making the gaming process much more realistic.
How to Choose a Monitor and TV?
We are often asked: what is the difference between a regular and a gaming monitor? The answer lies in speed and response time.
- Refresh Rate (Hz): Although 144Hz is definitely better and provides a pleasant experience, it is not essential. 120Hz is also quite sufficient, because the monitor's refresh rate loses its meaning if the system itself (PC/Laptop) cannot generate the corresponding FPS. In the case of laptops, due to their structure, achieving a stable 144 FPS in modern games is almost impossible.
- Response Time: Ideally, it should be 1 millisecond (1ms) so that the frame does not leave so-called "ghosts" during fast movements.
If you prefer a console, look for models in the TV category with a special "Game Mode" function, where image lag is minimized.
Keyboard, Mouse, and Mousepad
Gaming Keyboards:
The majority of gamers choose mechanical keyboards, but not all of them are the same. Switches are of utmost importance. For example, blue switches are designed for typing and are considered quite slow in gaming. The ideal option is red switches (or adapted by the brand, for example, Razer's green switches), which have a very low response time. Premium quality and speed are mainly offered by Logitech and Razer.
Innovation: Mechanical keyboards are already considered a slightly outdated technology. The newest standard is magnetic keyboards (HE - Hall Effect). In addition to mechanical switches, they offer a laser detection system, which allows us to individually set the sensitivity of each key according to our desire.
Gaming Mice:
When choosing a Gaming mouse, remember: DPI is an absolute marketing trick and mostly insignificant. Modern sensors work best in the 800-2000 DPI range; above that, so-called jitters (cursor instability) start. When choosing a mouse, pay attention to 2 main features:
- Sensor and Polling Rate: The implementation of the sensor in the body is important. Also, the polling rate (Hz) is important. True, some mice reach up to 8000Hz with their adapters, but human perception barely works above 2000Hz, and extra hertz simply increase battery consumption significantly.
- Shape and Ergonomics: Ergonomics is just one form of a mouse. There are two main shapes:
Symmetrical (e.g., Logitech G Pro series, which is completely identical on both sides)
Ergonomic (e.g., Razer DeathAdder series, which follows the shape of the hand). Which is better depends solely on taste and hand shape.
Gaming Mousepads:
Mousepads are divided into 3 main types, and each of them provides a completely different experience:
- Cloth pads: The slowest, but distinguished by the highest precision, which helps us in tactical shooters. Its downside is that we have to replace it in 3-6 months.
- Glass pads: The fastest, with almost no friction. Its strong point is those games where we need frequent and fast hand movements (for example, Overwatch-type shooters). Also, unlike cloth pads, cleaning it is extremely easy.
- Hybrid pads: The middle ground between these two. It is a solid surface cloth pad, which is mostly covered with a hydrophobic coating, liquid drops do not stick to it, and it is much easier to clean.
Keep in mind: the harder the pad, the faster it wears out the mouse glides, making their frequent replacement necessary.
Best Sound and Ergonomics - Headphones or Soundbars?
If you play (Shooter) games, you definitely need Gaming headphones. A well-chosen headphone with Surround Sound (for example, HyperX or JBL models) will tell you exactly whether the opponent is coming from the left or the right.
- Wired headphones: Their main advantage is reliability, and they also transmit sound much faster.
- Wireless headphones: Ideal for those who value comfort and want complete freedom of movement.
And if you play on a console, love story-driven games, and want to create a cinema-like atmosphere in your room, soundbars are incomparable.
Chairs and Desk:
Sitting in front of a screen for hours causes great damage to the back and neck if you don't have the appropriate furniture.
- Gaming chairs: Specially designed to follow the natural shape of the spine. They have special pillows for the lower back and neck.
- Gaming desk: Helps you utilize space correctly and hide cables.
Why Should You Buy Your Complete Setup at Kontakt.ge?
We at Kontakt.ge know exactly what consumers need and offer the best conditions on the market:
- Fast service and consultation: Our qualified specialists will help you choose appliances and accessories that perfectly fit your needs and budget.
- Official warranty: An official manufacturer's warranty applies to all products, giving you peace of mind that your equipment is original and protected.
- Internal interest-free installment: If you do not want to pay the full amount at once, Kontakt.ge offers an internal installment system that is unrivaled on the Georgian market. Any citizen of Georgia from the age of 18 can use the completely interest-free installment plan, for a term of up to 18 months.
- The fastest delivery service throughout Georgia: If the value of the purchased item exceeds 100 GEL, we will deliver it to you in Tbilisi and Batumi completely free of charge within 2-3 working days. Delivery to other regions of Georgia takes 4-7 working days.
Do not postpone upgrading your gaming corner. Visit Kontakt.ge's diverse catalog, select the best quality devices, and experience a completely new, amazing level of gaming!