Minimalists Guide to Gaming Tech

[azemuno]

The days of PC hardware mocking the appearance of intergalactic alien space travel are behind us.... most of us. 

 

Many nowadays are striving towards the "cleanest" setup. Wireless and gaming don't go hand in hand but it is improving. What's your opinion of the best hardware for a minimal, clean, intentional setup, as well as a functional gaming setup? Anything from components to peripherals.

[bgibbz]

If you are concerned about wires, don't be. I'm not home right now, but when I am i can post a picture of my desktop cable management. Nearly every cable is invisible. All cables routed in a drain pipe behind the desk, and lots of zip ties. Basically, wireless isnt needed if you take the time to do a good cable management job.

[Aytex]

I myself am getting rid of my dual monitors cause its not minimal  

 

I think the minimal standards for PCMR as of right now is an ikea tabletop, the fake plant and a ultrawide, and a clean case like the evolve TG, and TKL Keeb

Cable management is also a key in cleanness 

[Paytend01]

Honestly, Cable management is the only thing that makes a setup great. If your pc and kbm look great but there is a bundle of cables right in front of you just like eww lol. 

[azemuno]

1 minute ago, Aytex said:

I myself am getting rid of my dual monitors cause its not minimal  

 

I think the minimal standards for PCMR as of right now is an ikea tabletop, the fake plant and a ultrawide, and a clean case like the evolve TG, and TKL Keeb

Cable management is also a key in cleanness 

I have also done the same.

[Aytex]

Just now, azemuno said:

I have also done the same.

heh, I'm going to ikea in 2 days to pick up a tabletop  ill get the plant too  

[Paytend01]

1 minute ago, Aytex said:

heh, I'm going to ikea in 2 days to pick up a tabletop  ill get the plant too  

Which table top are you getting?

[Aytex]

1 minute ago, Paytend01 said:

Which table top are you getting?

I still have no idea, prob the karlby and the gerton

[Paytend01]

Just now, Aytex said:

I still have no idea, its between two the karlby and the gerton

I think i might get the linnmon or whatever it is

[Aytex]

Just now, Paytend01 said:

I think i might get the linnmon or whatever it is

I was, but then everyone said it warps and its weak af, so gonna just get strong solid boards 

[azemuno]

2 minutes ago, bgibbz said:

If you are concerned about wires, don't be. I'm not home right now, but when I am i can post a picture of my desktop cable management. Nearly every cable is invisible. All cables routed in a drain pipe behind the desk, and lots of zip ties. Basically, wireless isnt needed if you take the time to do a good cable management job.

My cable management has been revised to the point where I am satisfied. It is more or less in the sense of having equipment that isn't taken full advtange of. Example, somewhere in my dark past i managed to purchase a fairly expensive Audio Technica microphone and headset setup with a Scarlett audio interface and a Rode microphone arm. As you can tell, I don't need these items and don't use them for anything that would make them worth their cost. What are some alternatives? For instance the Steelseries Siberia 840 which can do the job of all of my audio equipment. 

[Paytend01]

1 minute ago, Aytex said:

I was, but then everyone said it warps and its weak af, so gonna just get strong solid boards 

Let me know how they are when you get one  i really need  a new desk, i have like a 3 year old one from walmart that my grandma gave me when she was moving lol

[Aytex]

1 minute ago, azemuno said:

My cable management has been revised to the point where I am satisfied. It is more or less in the sense of having equipment that isn't taken full advtange of. Example, somewhere in my dark past i managed to purchase a fairly expensive Audio Technica microphone and headset setup with a Scarlett audio interface and a Rode microphone arm. As you can tell, I don't need these items and don't use them for anything that would make them worth their cost. What are some alternatives? For instance the Steelseries Siberia 840 which can do the job of all of my audio equipment. 

Care to post a picture  ?

[azemuno]

3 minutes ago, Aytex said:

I still have no idea, prob the karlby and the gerton

When I get home from school I can share a picture of my setup as it is. Yes... I do own the Karlby countertop and the Alex drawers on each side.