Last-minute gifts for PC gamers under $50

Our holiday gift guide is full of great ideas for PC gamers, but we know how holiday shopping can go: sometimes you wait until the last minute and you need a short list of quick ideas that won't break the budget. If you forgot to get someone a gift or are just now starting your frantic shopping, don't worry, we have your back.

We've put together a list of some great keyboards, mice, accessories, and other sub-$50 products that make great gifts. All of these are available from Amazon, so the two-day shipping option gives you a few days to wrap them up.

Razer DeathAdder Elite Mouse | $39.99 ($30.00 off)Buy at Amazon

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The DeathAdder Elite is one of Razer's most popular gaming mice, and our pick for the <a href="/the-best-gaming-mouse/" data-link-merchant="pcgamer.com"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank">best gaming mouse. It has customizable RGB lighting, a 16,000 DPI optical sensor, and mechanical switches. <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8432&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FRazer-DeathAdder-Elite-Mechanical-Ergonomic%2Fdp%2FB01LXC1QL0%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="pcgamer.com"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Buy at Amazon

CORSAIR K55 RGB Gaming Keyboard | $46.99 ($3.00 off)Buy at Amazon

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This keyboard is a good option for under $50, for those who can do without mechanical keys. It's membrane, but it still has customizable three-zone RGB lighting and six programmable macro keys. <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8432&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FCORSAIR-K55-RGB-Gaming-Keyboard%2Fdp%2FB01M4LIKLI%2F%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Buy at Amazon

Logitech G502 Mouse | $49.89 ($35.10 off)Buy at Amazon

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Logitech's G502 gaming mouse has customizable RGB lighting, adjustable weight/balance, 11 programmable buttons, and an ergonomic design. Great for anyone who likes a bigger, heavier mouse. <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8432&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FLogitech-Spectrum-Shifting-Personalized-Programmable%2Fdp%2FB019OB663A%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Buy at Amazon

Destiny Ghost Vinyl | $9.99Buy at Amazon

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This 8-inch vinyl figure is a replica of the helpful Ghost from Destiny 2. Other variations are also available, including <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8432&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB07D37CD6W%2Fref%3Demc_b_5_t%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Lambda, <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8432&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB07FK2ZVY2%2Fref%3Demc_b_5_t%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Last City, and <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8432&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB07G1ZG8WG%2Fref%3Demc_b_5_t%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Sundance. <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8432&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB07BVW2MNZ%2Fref%3Demc_b_5_t%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank">Buy at Amazon

Logitech G305 Wireless Mouse | $49.99 ($10 off)Buy at Amazon

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If wireless connectivity is a must-have, the Logitech G305 pairs Logitech's high-end hero sensor with a compact, easily portable body. It can last 250 hours on a single AA battery. Great for travel. <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8432&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FLogitech-LIGHTSPEED-Wireless-Gaming-Mouse%2Fdp%2FB07CMS5Q6P%2F%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank">Buy at Amazon

HyperX Cloud Stinger Gaming Headset | $49.99Buy at Amazon

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The HyperX Cloud Stinger is one of the best sub-$50 headsets around, with 50mm directional drivers, a swivel-to-mute microphone, and compatibility with both PC and consoles. <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8432&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FHyperX-Cloud-Stinger-Gaming-Headset%2Fdp%2FB01L2ZRYVE%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Buy at Amazon

Overwatch Reinhardt Funko | $14.75 ($1.24 off)Buy at Amazon

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This is a 6-inch replica of Reinhardt, one of the main tank heroes in Overwatch. He will be your shield—albeit a tiny one. One of the least offensive Funko Pop designs. <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8432&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FPop-Games-Overwatch-Reinhardt-Funko%2Fdp%2FB01MXSFYPX%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Buy at Amazon

Patriot 128GB Supersonic Rage 2 Flash Drive | $31.99Buy at Amazon

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Patriot's super-fast USB 3.0 flash drive is great for when your friend/relative inevitably has to re-install Windows. <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8432&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FPatriot-128GB-Supersonic-Flash-PEF128GSR2USB%2Fdp%2FB00SNLGXE0%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Buy at Amazon

CORSAIR MM800 RGB Mouse Pad | $39.99 ($20.00 off)Buy at Amazon

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This mousepad has 15-zone customizable RGB lighting and a USB pass-through port for your mouse. <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8432&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FCORSAIR-MM800-Polaris-Mouse-High-Performance%2Fdp%2FB01LZ2SET7%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Buy at Amazon

ARCTIC Mini USB Fan | $8.75Buy at Amazon

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Artic's tiny fan plugs into any USB port, and can provide a bit of breeze during long gaming sessions. <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8432&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FARCTIC-Breeze-Mobile-Flexible-Portable%2Fdp%2FB003XN24GY%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Buy at Amazon

PC Gamer magazine subscription | $24

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At the risk of assuming someone in your life doesn't already have a subscription to PC Gamer, we humbly suggest that a magazine subscription is a very fun gift. An entire issue shows up at their house every month! It's really more like 13 gifts, not just one. Amazing!

Steam Gift Card - $50 | $50Buy at Amazon

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If you're not sure what the PC gamer in your life actually wants, a Steam gift card is always a safe bet. <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8432&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FSteam-Gift-Card-50-pc%2Fdp%2FB00HJBPZK8%3Fth%3D1%26tag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Buy at Amazon

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Corbin Davenport

Corbin is a tech journalist, software developer, and longtime PC Gamer freelance writer, currently based in North Carolina. He now focuses on the world of Android as a full-time writer at XDA-Developers. He plays a lot of Planet Coaster and Fallout and hosts a podcast all about forgotten stories from tech history.