{"id":12200,"date":"2022-02-21T12:30:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-21T12:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/phpstack-459615-1439746.cloudwaysapps.com\/?p=12200"},"modified":"2025-02-27T10:05:10","modified_gmt":"2025-02-27T10:05:10","slug":"wireless-gaming-is-it-the-future","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wireless-gaming-is-it-the-future\/","title":{"rendered":"Wireless Gaming: Is it the Future?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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As technology continues to expand, more users are upgrading to wireless<\/strong> gaming hardware<\/strong>. Notably, the increase in flexibility, clean and modern aesthetics and near-zero latency connectivity, are all attractive features of wireless hardware.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our team of experts here at Overclockers UK<\/a> have compiled all our knowledge on wireless technology into this helpful guide. We aim here to answer all your questions here along with providing you with some incredible hardware recommendations!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wireless vs. Wired <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the main reasons why more people are upgrading to wireless is due to aesthetics.<\/strong> You can achieve a clean and tidy look to your PC set-up with no additional cables cluttering your desk. Plus, the lack of wires means you minimise the risk of getting tangled, causing unnecessary interruptions during intense boss battles.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upgrading to wireless hardware is not just for aesthetic purposes \u2013 research done using NVIDIA\u2019s LDAT (Latency Display Analysis Tool)<\/strong> has shown that you will achieve a boost in performance <\/strong>as well compared to traditional wired connections.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a look at the chart down below which details mouse click latency rates in wired and wireless mice.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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White = wireless \/ Blue = wired<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Thanks to near-zero latency, you can enjoy lightning-fast response times and superior precision. Every click will be registered with no lag, perfect for those who love intense FPS gaming action.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wired vs. Wireless Internet Connection <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to configuring the perfect set-up \u2013 something that often gets ignored is the type of connectivity. Both wired and wireless connections have benefits. It all depends on your setup.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wired:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

A traditional wired connection is via a standard Ethernet <\/strong>cable. An Ethernet connection is faster as you are directly plugged into the router and have a more secure connection. Plus, using an Ethernet cable offers you universal support as you don\u2019t need to purchase a motherboard with built-in Wi-Fi connectivity.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wireless:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Wireless uses a dongle<\/strong> or a hub<\/strong> to connect to Wi-Fi. These are often super simple to set up and can be accessed from multiple rooms in your house. You won\u2019t need to be connected to an unsightly cable, reducing your amount of cable clutter.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For gaming enthusiasts, manufacturers have even specially designed routers to prioritise gaming<\/strong>. These routers usually come with the ability to tweak and configure your network to suit your needs and include a detailed user interface to ensure you achieve lightning-fast speeds and virtually no lag. If you are in the market \u2013 we would highly recommend the ASUS ROG Rapture Gaming Router<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Gaming Router:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n