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Best gaming chairs under £400

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  • Best overall

    Corsair T3 Rush: 4D arms, steel frame, 150 kg

    4D armrests adjust in every direction and swivel, rare at this level.

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  • Best value

    Corsair TC100 Relaxed: leatherette, roomy 375 mm seat

    Relaxed bolstering and a 375 mm seat width leave more room than a tight racing bucket.

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  • Most features

    Trust GXT 714 Ruya: class 4 lift, 3D arms

    Fabric in the seat and back centre with PU on the sides puts the hard-wearing material where rubbing happens.

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Below the top tier, gaming chairs vary far more than their racing-seat styling suggests. The useful dividing lines are a steel frame rather than a wooden or plastic one, a class 4 gas lift, armrests that move in more than one direction, and a load rating that gives you some headroom. Those features are what keep a chair stable and adjustable after the first year. This guide compares six gaming chairs from Corsair, Genesis, Trust, Anda Seat and Homracer, all within the under £400 bracket, on the armrests, gas lift, recline range, cover material and maximum load. Facts come from the listings only. Where a listing leaves out the gas lift class, recline or load, we say so, because those are the details that separate a sturdy chair from one that only looks the part.

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The products in detail

No. 1 · Corsair

Corsair T3 Rush: 4D arms, steel frame, 150 kg

A fabric racing-style chair with 4D armrests, an embedded steel frame and a steel class 4 gas lift with 100 mm of travel, rated to 150 kg. The strongest all-round pick in this price bracket.

In its favour

  • 4D armrests adjust in every direction and swivel, rare at this level.
  • Solid steel is built into the base and back, with a steel class 4 gas lift.
  • The 150 kg rating and 2-year warranty are both stated in the listing.

Good to know

  • The recline range is not given in degrees in the listing.
  • Lumbar and neck support come as loose cushions rather than built-in pads.
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Listing title: Corsair T3 RUSH Fabric Gaming Chair (2023) – Racing-Inspired Design – ...

No. 2 · Corsair

Corsair TC100 Relaxed: leatherette, roomy 375 mm seat

Corsair's relaxed-fit chair in plush leatherette, with softer side bolsters, a 375 mm seat, lumbar and memory foam neck pillows and a class 4 lift. It suits gamers who find tight racing seats awkward.

In its favour

  • Relaxed bolstering and a 375 mm seat width leave more room than a tight racing bucket.
  • A steel class 4 gas lift gives 100 mm of seat height travel.
  • A 150 kg rating and 2-year warranty are stated.

Good to know

  • The listing does not say how the armrests adjust beyond calling them adjustable.
  • Leatherette can feel warmer than fabric in a heated room.
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Listing title: Corsair TC100 RELAXED Gaming Chair - Leatherette - Racing-Inspired Des...

No. 3 · GXTrust

Trust GXT 714 Ruya: class 4 lift, 3D arms

A gaming chair with a breathable fabric centre and PU leather sides, 3D arms, a tiltable seat with lock and a class 4 lift tested to 150 kg. It suits gamers who want fabric comfort with tougher edges.

In its favour

  • Fabric in the seat and back centre with PU on the sides puts the hard-wearing material where rubbing happens.
  • Adjustable height, backrest, 3D armrests and a tiltable seat with locking mechanism are all listed.
  • A class 4 gas lift is stated as tested up to 150 kg.

Good to know

  • The internal structure is FSC-certified wood rather than steel.
  • The listing gives no recline angle or warranty length.
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Listing title: Trust Gaming GXT 714 Ruya Gaming Chair, Adjustable Computer Chair with...

No. 4 · Homracer

Homracer gaming chair: 181 kg, footrest, 170° recline

A white gaming chair with a class 4 gas lift, a 400 lb (181 kg) rating, a retractable footrest and a USB massage lumbar pillow. It suits gamers who like to lie back between sessions.

In its favour

  • The 181 kg rating and class 4 lift are the highest-duty figures in this guide.
  • Recline runs from 90° to 170°, with a retractable footrest.
  • Homracer states a lifetime warranty with replacement parts on request.

Good to know

  • Seat height adjusts only about 8 cm, a narrow range for tall users.
  • The armrests move with the seat but are not described as adjustable for height.
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Listing title: Ergonomic Office Chair Gaming Chair Computer Chair Desk Chair Massage ...

No. 5 · Genesis

Genesis Trit 660 RGB: fabric, 135° tilt, lighting

A fabric gaming chair with a metal frame, widened seat and back, memory foam head and lumbar cushions and remote-controlled RGB lighting. It suits gamers who want a lit chair without a PU cover.

In its favour

  • Genesis states the breathable fabric does not tear the way cheap faux leather does.
  • The seat and backrest are widened to avoid pressure on shoulders and hips.
  • 60 mm CareGlide wheels are designed to roll smoothly without scratching floors.

Good to know

  • No maximum load is given in the listing.
  • The RGB lighting needs a power source, adding cables to manage.
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Listing title: Genesis Trit 660 RGB Gaming Chair, Ergonomic Gaming Chair, Wide Seat, ...

No. 6 · Anda Seat

Anda Seat Novis Max: cold-cure foam, 155° recline

An entry Anda Seat chair with cold-cure foam, a steel frame, aluminium base and a 155° recline with rocking. It suits lighter adults who want a known gaming brand at a low price.

In its favour

  • High-density cold-cure foam and a steel frame are stated.
  • An aluminium base and silent 60 mm wheels are included.
  • Recline goes to 155° with a 15° rocking motion.

Good to know

  • The 90 kg (198 lb) rating is the lowest in this guide.
  • Armrests only move up and down, with no slide, width or pivot.
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Listing title: Anda Seat Novis Max Gaming Chair for Adults - Large Reclining Video Ga...

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