There are plenty of gaming chairs on the market with lots of extra features and functionality. Some have RGB lighting, others have extra comfort padding and adjustable armrests. Some even have lumbar and head support cushions which can be attached or removed depending on your needs. But a feature that is not as well known is the fixed armrests which are found on more budget models of gaming chair. But what are these and what do they do?

Essentially, the fixed armrests are an alternative to the more common and widely used movable armrests. With fixed armrests, gamers can adjust the height of the armrests so they are in line with their elbows which are resting on the desk and bent at a 90-100 degree angle. Having the armrests at the correct height helps to prevent what is known as Golfer's elbow which can be quite painful. It also allows you to have a natural posture when using the keyboard or mouse.

The fixed armrests are generally found on the less expensive gaming chairs . But this doesn't mean that they don't have the same ergonomic and performance characteristics as higher end models. Many of the fixed armrests on cheaper gaming chairs are able to move up/down, left/right and in/out as well as swivel. Some are also able to tilt forward and backward as well as be locked in place so you can rock freely or lie almost horizontally for a cheeky post game nap.

The  Gaming Chair is an affordable option that offers a simple design with no RGB lights or weird cuplike seats. The armrests are wide and lightly padded, with paddle controls under the outside edges to adjust their height and buttons on the inside edge to move them left and right or in/out. The whole seat can be tilted backwards to a near-horizontal position which is perfect for lying down for a post-game snooze or to get a bit of exercise while still being able to game comfortably.