Tom Terhune
Tom plays CS2, Valorant, League, and plenty more - and has been way too deep into the gear rabbit hole for years. He is the type to swap mice three times in a week chasing the perfect aim feel. That obsession turned into GamerHardware, where he digs through specs, Reddit threads, and pro setups so you can skip the guesswork.
Areas of Expertise
My Current Setup
Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2
Daily driver for Valorant - 60g, flawless HERO 2 sensor
Wooting 60HE
Analog hall effect switches, rapid trigger for movement tech
BenQ Zowie XL2546K
240Hz TN for competitive FPS - DyAc+ makes a difference
HyperX Cloud II
Reliable, comfortable, and the 53mm drivers hit hard
Artisan Hien Mid XL
Fast control pad - the sweet spot between speed and stopping
Secretlab Titan Evo 2024
Magnetic lumbar, 4D armrests, actually comfortable for 8+ hours
About Tom
I started gaming competitively in CS:GO back in 2016, and it did not take long before I realized gear actually matters. Switching from a basic office mouse to a proper gaming sensor changed my aim overnight. That rabbit hole only got deeper from there - mice, keyboards, monitors, headsets, chairs, desk setups. I have tried dozens of products in every category, and I keep detailed notes on what works and what is marketing fluff.
GamerHardware started because I got tired of review sites that clearly never used the products they recommended. Every guide on this site comes from genuine research - cross-referencing professional player setups, mining Reddit threads and enthusiast forums for long-term reliability data, analyzing spec sheets, and comparing real user feedback across hundreds of reviews. When I say a mouse is great for claw grip, it is because I have actually used it that way.
My focus areas are gaming mice (sensor performance, shape analysis, weight optimization), mechanical keyboards (switch feel, build quality, typing experience), and monitors (response times, color accuracy, competitive advantage). I also cover headsets, chairs, and desk accessories - basically everything that makes up a complete gaming setup.
When I am not testing gear or writing guides, you will probably find me grinding ranked in Valorant or trying yet another mouse shape. Feel free to reach out if you have questions about any product - I read every message.
Published Articles
Best Sim Racing Gloves (2026): 7 Picks Compared
Updated Oct 3, 2026Best UPS for Gaming PC 2026: 6 Battery Backups Compared
Updated Sep 26, 2026Best PS5 Controller Charging Station (2026)
Updated Sep 5, 2026Best Portable Monitor for Gaming Laptop (2026): 8 Picks
Updated Aug 29, 2026Best Mini PC for Gaming (2026): 10 Picks Ranked
Updated Aug 22, 2026Best NVMe SSD for RTX 5090 Build (2026): 7 Picks
Updated Aug 15, 2026Best Motherboard for RTX 5090 (2026): 7 Top Picks
Updated Aug 8, 2026Best CPU for RTX 5090 (2026): 10 Pairings Compared
Updated Aug 1, 2026Best Mouse for Fortnite (2026): 8 Pro-Grade Picks
Updated Jul 25, 2026
Best 1440p Gaming Monitor (2026): 6 Picks for Every Budget
Updated Jul 18, 2026Monitor Test Online – Dead Pixel, Motion Blur, Color Tests (Free)
Updated Jul 18, 2026Fix Screen Tearing for Good: Your Ultimate Guide
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best Gaming Chair Back Pain
Updated Jul 18, 2026
8 Best Gaming Headsets for Glasses (2026) | No More Pain
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best Mouse for League of Legends (2026) | 7 Pro Picks
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best Mouse for Overwatch (2026) | 7 Pro Picks
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best MMO Mouse (2026) | 7 Picks for WoW, FFXIV & More
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best 4K Gaming Monitor (2026): 6 Picks for OLED, Budget & PS5
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best 60% Keyboard (2026): 6 Picks for Gaming & Typing
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best TKL Gaming Keyboard (2026): 6 Picks for FPS & Typing
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best Wireless Gaming Mouse (2026): 7 Picks for Every Budget
Updated Jul 18, 2026
7 Best Microphones for Gaming (2026) | USB, XLR & Budget Picks
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best Gaming Monitor for PS5 (2026): 7 Picks for 4K, OLED & Budget
Updated Jul 18, 2026
7 Best Wireless Gaming Headsets (2026) | Low Latency Picks
Updated Jul 18, 2026
8 Best Gaming Controllers for PC in 2026 – Expert Picks
Updated Jul 18, 2026
7 Best Gaming Desks in 2026 | Top Picks for Every Setup
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best Ultrawide Gaming Monitor (2026): 7 Picks for OLED, Budget & 49″
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best Gaming Keyboard for FPS (2026) | 7 Top Picks for Shooters
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best Keyboard Switches for Gaming (2026 Guide) | GamerHardware
Updated Jul 18, 2026
8 Best Gaming Mousepads (2026): Cloth, Hybrid, Glass Picks | GamerHardware
Updated Jul 18, 2026
7 Best Sim Racing Wheels in 2026 (Budget to Direct Drive)
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best Gaming Headset Under 50
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best Wireless Gaming Keyboard (2026): 7 Low-Latency Picks
Updated Jul 18, 2026
What Is Polling Rate
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Linear vs Tactile Switches (2026): Which Is Better for Gaming?
Updated Jul 18, 2026
How to Fix Keyboard Chattering & Double Typing (2026) | 10 Fixes
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best VR Headset for Gaming: Top 7 for 2026
Updated Jul 18, 2026
How to Set Up Triple Monitors for Gaming (2026) | Complete Guide
Updated Jul 18, 2026
How to Overclock Mouse Polling Rate (2026) | Step-by-Step Guide
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Best Stream Deck Alternatives: 9 Budget-Friendly Options (2026)
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Reaction Time Test for Gamers – How Fast Are You? (Free)
Updated Jul 18, 2026Keyboard Tester Online – Test Every Key on Your Keyboard (Free)
Updated Jul 18, 2026The Ultimate Screen Tearing Fix for Flawless PC Gaming
Updated Jul 18, 2026Your Ultimate Graphics Card Compatibility Guide for 2026
Updated Jul 18, 2026
Gaming Monitor Database – Every Gaming Monitor Compared
Updated May 10, 2026Dead Pixel Test – Detect, Fix & Diagnose Pixel Defects (Free)
Updated Apr 18, 2026Free Gaming Tools – Test Your Keyboard, Mouse, Monitor, and More
Updated Apr 18, 2026Mouse Tester Online – Test Buttons, Scroll, and Click Speed (Free)
Updated Apr 18, 2026
Mouse Shape Comparison Tool – Compare Mice Side by Side
Updated Apr 18, 2026
Gaming Sensitivity Converter – CS2, Valorant, OW2 (Free)
Updated Apr 18, 2026
CPS Click Speed Test – How Fast Can You Click? (Free Tool)
Updated Apr 18, 2026
Gaming Keyboard Database – Every Gaming Keyboard Compared
Updated Apr 18, 2026
How to Fix Mouse Double Clicking (12 Methods That Actually Work)
Updated Apr 16, 2026
Gaming Mouse Database (2026) | 250+ Mice Compared & Filtered
Updated Apr 10, 2026
Find Your Perfect Gaming Mouse by Hand Size (2026) | Free Tool
Updated Apr 10, 2026
Best Palm Grip Mouse (2026): 6 Picks for Comfort & Control
Updated Apr 10, 2026
Best Fingertip Grip Mouse (2026): 6 Picks for Speed & Precision
Updated Apr 10, 2026
How to Replace Mouse Feet: Complete Guide to Mouse Skates
Updated Apr 10, 2026
7 Best Gaming Monitors for FPS in 2026 (540Hz OLED, 610Hz)
Updated Apr 10, 2026
How to Butterfly Click: Complete Guide (2026) | 15-25+ CPS
Updated Apr 10, 2026
8 Best Gaming Mice for Large Hands (19cm+) in 2026
Updated Apr 10, 2026
7 Best Drag Clicking Mice for Minecraft (2026) | Up to 70+ CPS
Updated Apr 10, 2026
Best Claw Grip Mouse 2026 – 8 Picks by Hand Size
Updated Apr 10, 2026
How to Fix Gaming Mouse Stuttering & Lag (2026) | 12 Proven Fixes
Updated Apr 3, 2026
Keyboard Switch Database – Every Mechanical Switch Compared
Updated Mar 29, 2026
Best Gaming Keyboard For Typing
Updated Mar 29, 2026
Palm Grip vs Claw Grip vs Fingertip: Which Mouse Grip Is Best?
Updated Mar 29, 2026
8 Best Budget Gaming Mice Under $30 (2026) | Actually Good
Updated Mar 29, 2026
Best Gaming Mouse Small Hands (2026) | Top 7 Under 17cm Compared
Updated Mar 29, 2026