We give advice on choosing a chair for a comfortable pastime at the computer and recommend the best models.
Each person strives for maximum comfort. Therefore, the choice of a gaming chair sooner or later confronts every gamer who spends a lot of time at the computer.
Of course, you can sit on an ordinary stool, but in this case, incorrect posture and other health problems associated with incorrect body position are provided to you. Another option is to display the image from the computer on a large TV, pick up a wireless gamepad and sit comfortably on the couch, but this is not suitable for those who prefer genres of games that are not suitable for control with a gamepad, such as strategy games or MMORPGs. So let's drop these half-measures and start choosing the best gaming chair.
MAIN CRITERIA FOR SELECTING A CHAIR
So, if you decide to make your stay in your favorite games more comfortable and finally buy a gaming chair, we recommend that you pay attention to the following requirements:
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Design . A good chair should be made in compliance with ergonomic standards, ensure the natural position of the body as much as possible and reduce the load on the spine and muscles. Soft seat, anatomical backrest, headrest, armrests - all this will allow you to spend many hours at the computer and not feel tired.
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Customization . Now even the simplest office chairs are equipped with a gas lift, which makes it possible to adjust the height of the seat. But it is better not to limit yourself to this, and choose a chair that will also allow you to adjust the height of the armrests, the angle of the backrest, and will contain a rocking mechanism. The more elements that can be adjusted, the better.
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Materials . Having bought a gaming chair assembled from cheap plastic, low-quality leatherette and foam rubber, you will soon encounter a lot of problems: the chair will start to creak, the seat will crack, and the filler will leak. In addition, leather (or leatherette) will give you a lot of trouble in the summer heat, when you literally stick to the seat and back. Therefore, it is worth choosing a model with a metal frame, foam filler and upholstery fabric (or wear-resistant leather), as well as a ventilated back. We should not forget about the wheels - it is better if they are rubber-coated: in this case, moving the chair, you will not scratch the floor.
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Additional options/design . You may need built-in acoustics and / or stands for a cup, keyboard and mouse, gamepad, blower system, vibration massage or feedback synchronized with games, or even additional stands and stands that allow you to attach a monitor, game steering wheel and pedals and others to the chair manipulators, turning it into the most equipped place for a gamer. You may also want to buy a laconic and strict model or a bright and catchy chair. If you wish, you can find or order a model with any functionality, but the next point follows from this.
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Price . The cost of the chair depends on the purpose, quality, brand. Ordinary office or cheap gaming chairs will provide you with less comfort than fancy models from big-name manufacturers, but it's up to you to decide based on your budget and personal preferences whether it's worth paying extra for a well-known brand name or features that you may not use. Don't forget that when choosing a chair for long gaming sessions, comfort and ergonomics are more important than bright stickers or a built-in cup holder. Therefore, it is better to check each model personally, and if this is not possible (when ordering via the Internet), then you should at least read the reviews and reviews.
