1. The quick list
2. Best overall
3. Best budget
4. Best mid-range
5. Best premium
6. Best office-style
7. Best fabric
8. Best for pro gamers
9. Best ergonomics
10. FAQs
11. How we test
If you spend any amount of time gaming, investing in one of the best gaming chairs can be one of the easiest ways to dramatically improve your overall experience. High-quality gaming chairs provide additional levels of comfort and support, allowing you to game for longer periods of time. Whether you’re kicking back at a desk or sitting further away in your living room, this list outlines our top picks for the best gaming chairs that you can buy right now, considering a wide range of different styles, features, and budgets.
If you have ever shopped for any type of chair, you will know that everybody is different. This means that there is no one-size fits all solution when it comes to recommending gaming chairs. Luckily, we have taken this account and provided options for those who are both taller and shorter so that nobody is missed out. You will also find a range of upholstery options, including leather and fabric, with a wide range of colors and styles to suit all preferences.
Many mistakenly believe that all gaming chairs are very expensive but, in 2023, there are many affordable options from high-end brands like SecretLab and Razer on the market. If you have more to spend, however, also consider something from our list of most comfortable gaming chairs, which goes into much more detail regarding seriously pricey brands like Herman Miller. Also don’t forget to check our list of the best cheap gaming chair deals to save some cash.
The Quick List
The best overall gaming chair
In terms of price to performance, there really isn't better than the Secretlab Titan Evo 2022. It has excellent ergonomics, a wide variety of styles and comes in at a very competitive price.
The best budget gaming chair
There are few sacrifices in the Corsair TC100 Relaxed when it comes to a budget chair. With great ergonomics and a comfortable design, this is hard to beat for what's on offer.
Best mid-range gaming chair
With its excellent lumbar support and striking design, the Razer Enki is a cut above what you will be able to find at this price from the competition.
Best premium gaming chair
While very expensive, the Mavix M9 bridges the gap between high-end gaming chairs and bespoke office chairs for a user-experience that few other models can rival.
The best office chair for gaming
Though its price tag may seem steep, the X-Chair X2 K-Sport Management chair outclasses many high-end office chairs while still being exceptional for gaming as well.
Best fabric gaming chair
The excellent Razer Iskur Fabric edition proves that you don't need to sacrifice functionality for the sake of high-quality fabric upholstery.
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Best for pro gamers
The Herman Miller x Logitech Embody is about as fully-featured and high-end as it comes. Despite the high price tag, this is by far the best pick for any professional gamers.
Best ergonomics for the posture conscious
While the Mavix M4 may not boast the same premium build quality as its more expensive siblings, it is by far one of the best ergonomic chairs that we have tested.
The best gaming chairs in 2023
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The best gaming chair overall
✅ You want premium construction: The Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 is about as high-end as gaming chairs get in this price range with no expense spared when it comes to parts and easy assembly.
✅ You want a wide variety of options: The Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 is available in synthetic leather, genuine leather, and SoftWeave Fabric in a ton of different colors, designs, and sizes.
❌ You're on a tight budget: As great as the Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 is, it also happens to be one of the most expensive models on the market right now. Starting at $439 / £364 / AU$654 and going up to $999 / £814 / AU$1,439, it might be too expensive for those on a tight budget.
The Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 is our pick for the best gaming chair available right now. This is because it offers an unparalleled level of comfort, adjustability, and style in its price bracket which means it stands tall above the rest even a couple of years after its initial introduction. What's more, now there are more options than ever with regard to sizes, colors, style, and materials that make this the definitive seat to beat in 2023.
Price and Availability: Prices for the Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 start at $439 / £364 / AU$654 for the standard synthetic leatherette versions which are available in many different colorways. There is also the SoftWeave fabric variants (around $504 / £404 / AU$704), which trade the bonded leather for a breathable mesh material. Finally, there's the Napa leather which is made of the genuine material for $999 / £814 / AU$1,439. The chairs are available worldwide in regions such as the US, the UK, and Australia.
Design and Features: Regardless of which material the Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 is made of, the constants remain the same. This means leading adjustability through the four-way lumbar support combined with some of the nicest ergonomic design we've ever seen from a gaming chair's back rest and seat. Assembly is also a breeze, too. Even for a first-time builder, thanks to the rail-based solution to slot the back and seat together. If you're after a premium feeling chair and a fuss-free build then this is the one for you.
Performance: We've been consistently impressed with the Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 in our many months of testing with various different versions of the gaming chair. Whether its the tried-and-tested leatherette model, an XL variant, or the SoftWeave version, there is rarely a gaming chair that quite measures up from a price-to-performance perspective. As people who routinely work from home as well as the office, this chair has provided support that few others can match.
- Read more: Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 review
The best budget gaming chair
✅ You want premium construction: The Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 is about as high-end as gaming chairs get in this price range with no expense spared with the parts and easy assembly.
✅ You want a wide variety of options: The Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 is available in synthetic leather, genuine leather, and SoftWeave Fabric in a ton of different colors, designs, and sizes.
❌ You're on a tight budget: For as great as the Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 is it also happens to be one of the most expensive models on the market right now. Starting at $439 / £364 / AU$654 and going up to $999 / £814 / AU$1,439, this is far from budget.
Without question, the Corsair TC100 Relaxed easily ranks as the best budget gaming chair you can get. That's because this model borrows design cues from its pricier siblings but keeps the overall asking price low with only a few minor concessions made to the product. Overall, it's a gaming chair which punches far above its weight.
Price and Availability: The Corsair TC100 Relaxed currently retails for $199 / £199 / AU$399 in the US, the UK, and Australia respectively, and is available in other regions around the world. You have either the choice of the black-on-black or a black and grey colorway in either a leatherette or a mesh fabric.
Design and Features: As expected from its budget price point, the Corsair TC100 Relaxed keeps things relatively no-frills in its feature set. You're still getting 2D armrests, up to 160-degree reclining angle, and a wider seat base than a standard office chair here, though. A real plus is the included headrest and lumbar pillows which are comfortable and strap to the backrest to stay in place. Compared to many of the sub-$200 / £200 / AU$400 chairs we've used, this one is the absolute market leader.
Performance: While the Corsair TC100 Relaxed may not turn many heads, it passes the crucial gaming chair test of being incredibly comfortable. Owing to its "relaxed" nature, you aren't quite as hemmed in by the angular racing-seat style ergonomics as you would be with more aggressively-styled models. This, combined with the pillows, and the height and weight accommodation of 188cm/6ft 2in and 120kg/264lbs makes it ideal for most people on a budget.
- Read more: Corsair TC100 Relaxed review
The best mid-range gaming chair
✅ Strong lumbar support is a must: With its fixed lumbar support fixed into the backrest itself, the Razer Enki is ideal for those who want to prioritize comfort above all else.
✅ You want a well-built gaming chair: The Razer Enki utilizes some of the best components we've seen in a gaming chair with its tank-like build quality.
❌ You're taller than 6ft: If you're a taller guy or girl then you're going to want to opt for a different gaming chair in our list as this one is built for those 5ft 11 and below.
❌ You want adjustable lumbar support: For as great as the lumbar support is on the Razer Enki, it is fixed into one position only. Alternatives with adjustable support include the Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 and the Razer Iskur in our list.
The Razer Enki is an excellent middle ground between a budget and high-end model and that's why we feel comfortable recommending it as the best mid-range gaming chair around. It features excellent lumbar support, trademark Razer design, and durable materials which make it ideal for all-day gaming or working.
Price and availability: The Razer Enki currently retails for $399 / £399 / AU$674, however, it has been discounted commonly in the US, the UK, and Australia to below this MSRP. It is available in these regions as well as worldwide in three colorways of black, black/green, and quartz.
Design and Features: The main selling point of the Razer Enki is its built-in lumbar support arch which extends from the backrest and corrects posture when working or gaming. In addition to this, the chair also features high-density cushions in the dual-textured build mix of leatherette and foam padding.
Performance: In our testing, we found that the Razer Enki very much lived up to its claims of being a remarkably comfortable gaming chair whether we were working from home or kicking back gaming. The fantastic tilt functionality combined with the 152-degree reclining feature meant that leaning back was no trouble at all for when we wanted a controller in hand to play on a console or PC or consume media.
- Read more: Razer Enki review
The best premium gaming chair
✅ You want unparalleled comfort: There's no getting around the fact that the Mavix M9 really puts many other gaming chairs to shame with just how comfortable it is.
✅ Adjustability is a must: The Mavix M9 features not only some of the best adaptive lumbar support we've ever used but also some of the most thorough ergonomics as well.
❌ You want a more space-friendly chair: There's no getting around the size of the Mavix M9, compared to other chairs on this list. Consider another, potentially cheaper, gaming chair if you don't have much real estate for your setup.
It doesn't really come much more premium at the high-end spectrum of gaming chairs than the Mavix M9, and for the right price, this is easily one of the best gaming chairs ever made. It's armed with exceptional build quality, unparalleled comfort, and features that you won't find anywhere else. It doesn't quite take our top spot, though, because said price truly is steep.
Price and Availability: The Mavix M9 starts at $999 / £863 / AU$1,400 which is definitely one of the most expensive gaming chairs available right now. You can find it in the US, the UK, and Australia, and there are a total of four colorways available; black, white, black/white, and black/glacier.
Design and Features: A quick glance at the Mavix M9 reveals that it's not like your average everyday gaming chair. Gone are the extended backrest and ergonomic/racing-style seat design. Instead, things are far more surgical and precise here. A mesh backrest ensures your spine is always accommodated, with a memory foam surface area for your back and behind being truly second to none. Also stellar are the 4D armrests which are some of the best we've used to date.
Performance: There's nothing quite like the Mavix M9. In our months of testing, we've found ourselves routinely going back to this one as it's just exceedingly comfortable. A real highlight of this chair is the variable lumbar support and the memory foam body which means that our shape was captured meaning there was no hardness or discomfort which would otherwise come about from more traditional leatherette chairs, too.
- Read more: Mavix M9 review
The best office chair for gaming
✅ You want a chair that can do both: While it's designed for office environments first and foremost, the X-Chair X2 K-Sport Mgmt is ideal for both work and play.
✅ You want to keep cool: Whether your room gets warm easily or you want something for those summer months, the mesh design of the X-Chair X2 K-Sport Mgmt means it's much more breathable than leatherette and even fabric models.
❌ You want a dedicated gaming chair: For a similar level of functionality purely for gaming, we recommend choosing the Mavix M9 instead.
What if you wanted to go more up-market than a standard gaming chair but didn't want to sacrifice comfort and functionality? That's where one of the best office chairs comes in, and they don't get as feature-rich as the X-Chair X2 K-Sport Mgmt.
Price and availability: Starting at $849.99 (around £649.99 / AU$1,246), the X-Chair X2 K-Sport Mgmt is far from the most affordable model in our roundup, but that's really a drop in the bucket compared to some high-end office chair models. It's available natively in the US, but can also be imported to the UK and Australia with optional extras for a fee.
Design and Features: With its high-grade aluminum frame combined with its mesh body, the X-Chair X2 K-Sport Mgmt certainly sets itself apart from many office and gaming chairs out there. Out of the box, you've got 4D armrests as well as stunning wheels that could easily glide across hardwood floors and didn't struggle on the carpet either. As with the Mavix M9, the X2 K-Sport Mgmt features Variable Lumbar Support which can be easily adjusted to suit your spine. Altogether, it's a very premium package.
Performance: We found that the mesh body of the X-Chair X2 K-Sport Mgmt made for one of the most comfortable and breathable gaming chairs we've ever tested. Unlike some leather or leatherette models, there was a light flex to the backrest which kept incredibly cool at all times, and the adjustability of the lumbar support has rarely been as solid.
- Read more: X-Chair X2 K-Sport Management chair review
The best fabric gaming chair
