It’s nearly time to sit down with awful TV, a full belly, and that new handheld of yours. It is the time for giving, and whether you’re treating yourself or sending links to your parents, these are our top recommended PC accessories to grab this holiday.
The PC handheld scene has come quite a way since it properly exploded with the Steam Deck. This year has been especially interesting, with almost every handheld maker putting something out. Whether you went with the Lenovo Legion Go S or an MSI Claw, there’s something for every kind of PC handheld in this list.
With the explosion of options, thankfully, PC hardware has remained relatively standardised across the bunch. Obviously, when we get to things like cases and NVMe replacement drives, there’s a little bit more to consider. Don’t fret, though, we’re here to help you through.
There’s never been a better time to pick up some additional bits, either. If you have to buy for someone with a handheld this Christmas or for an end-of-year birthday, this list will give you the must-haves and best bits of kit. If you want a deeper dive, be sure to read our best handheld gaming PC guide.
You’ll also want to keep tabs on any storefronts running deals during the holiday period. Amazon is especially good around this time of year, with deals running constantly around the clock. Even as tech prices are bumped up a little with the ongoing economic climate, there are absolutely some great savings to be had for those last-minute shopping panics. Check out all the Black Friday PC gaming deals we recommend for more.
Black Friday handheld gaming PC deals
If you haven’t scored a device yet, the Black Friday sales are now on and we’ve spotted a handful of handhelds on sale:
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