Best batteries for gaming

Gaming is no longer just a hobby. It’s becoming a lifestyle, with 3.51 billion video game players worldwide and an industry value set to reach over $619 billion. With a community with a population almost the size Asia, it’s no surprise the latest game or console is on Christmas lists around the world!

But there is a hidden cost that is not often talked about — batteries. With single use batteries lucky to last 6 hours, you could be going through hundreds each year for gaming alone.

Here’s our take on the best batteries for gaming and what to look for.

What’s the best battery for gaming?

Truth be told, gaming dates back to the 1940s with the invention of the first electronic computer. Now? It ranges from a hobby to a sport within its own right, with the average adult gamer playing 1-5 hours per day.

Tangled cords and cables have now been replaced by wireless and portable gaming devices. While convenient, many devices and accessories still use single use batteries, including:

• Wireless controllers
• Wireless headsets
• Wireless keyboards and mice
• Portable gaming consoles

Gaming devices are considered high drain equipment, meaning these devices will go through batteries very quickly. This is why many gamers are moving to rechargeable batteries such as USYNC rechargeable batteries.

Unlike single batteries, rechargeable batteries deliver consistent performance and enable large amounts of power in a short time. Their lifetime is also much higher than single use batteries and will save you hundreds in the long run. And in your downtime, you can simply recharge using USYNC’s fast charging USB-C cables — the first of its kind in Australia.

What to consider when buying gaming equipment and accessories

Now you know the best battery for gaming, it’s time to look at how to maximise your battery use for gaming equipment. When buying gaming devices and accessories, consider:

• How often you’ll use your device
  You might use your device for 1 hour or maybe 5 hours. Whatever the case, it’s important to choose a device that’ll last. Here, devices that use market leading materials and functionality are key. A cheap option may only last you a few months.
• How will you charge your device
  While some internal batteries in gaming devices can be recharged, some brands may require single use batteries. If this is the case, check the number of batteries the device needs and consider a rechargeable battery option. This way, you can maximise battery usage and recharge when you’re not playing.
• Is there a docking or charging station
  If your device has a docking or charging station, you may need additional cables or lengths for your setup. USB-C charging cables from USYNC are easily interchangeable so it’ll just be a matter of deciding how many you need and the length.

Why rechargeable batteries are the best option for gaming

We’ve already talked about how rechargeable batteries’ consistent performance make them great for gaming. But using rechargeable batteries over single use batteries comes with many other advantages.

• Battery cost
  While single use batteries may seem convenient, the long term cost can work out to be quite expensive. The average single use battery only lasts 6 hours. If you pay $14 for a pack, your cost over a year could go into the thousands.

*average number of batteries used in a wireless headset and controller, 4. Assuming maximum number of hours per day

By choosing rechargeable batteries for gaming, you are set to make great savings.

• Battery disposal
  Going through so many single use batteries isn’t just an inconvenience, it’s also detrimental to the environment. Single use batteries cannot be recycled as effectively as rechargeable batteries, with many ending up in landfill and their chemicals causing severe damage to soil and plant life.
  
  Make sure you recycle your batteries so they don’t end up in landfill – find your nearest station:
  • US: call2recycle
  • Australia: Ecobatt

• Battery performance
  As gaming equipment needs high performing batteries, using rechargeable batteries like USYNC is a no brainer. Even if you buy in bulk to save money, remember this: single-use batteries lose 70% of their power over 12 months while USYNC rechargeable batteries only lose 13%.

Make the better switch for your pocket and gaming experience. Check out our rechargeable batteries range for your gaming device in our online shop.

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