Back Headset, Lightweight Carbon Fiber Mouse and More
HyperX has announced a new lineup of gaming peripherals, including open-back headphones and a lightweight mouse. The products aim to cater to a range of users from casual gamers to professional content creators.
Why it matters
New hardware releases in the gaming sector reflect evolving consumer preferences for comfort and performance in peripheral design.
I got a glimpse at the latest HyperX gaming peripherals. Here’s what stood out, from new devices to tweaks to existing fan favorites.
Read full bio August 20, 2026, 6:00 pm ET
I had a chance to try out the new HyperX headphones myself, playing Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 while chatting with my co-workers. Josh Goldman/CNET HP might not be ready to bring any new gaming laptops or desktop computers into the fray just yet, but it debuted a healthy heaping of new peripherals under its HyperX gaming brand to keep casuals, hard-core gamers and streamers happy.
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