Is there anything more festive than a line of stockings hanging from the mantle on the fireplace? We’ve selected some great stocking fillers for the gamer in your life.
There are two requirements to make a present qualify as a stocking filler. First, it has to be small enough to fit inside an oversized sock. Second, whilst not an absolute must, they are usually at a lower price point to the big-ticket items waiting patiently under the tree. With this in mind, we’ve curated a list that includes a sub-£30 section as well as a collection of smaller gaming items. Grab yourself a cuppa and get browsing!
Small Price Tags
Once upon a time, our stockings may have been filled with selection boxes, small figurines, and maybe even a jar of Marmite. Wait, is that one of my weird family traditions? Moving on… As gamers and PC enthusiasts, we want our stockings filled with tip top tech, selection boxes, and probably still a figurine or two. Our first round up is of smaller ticket items, especially for if the main present is waiting downstairs or you have a budget to consider.
Glorious Vinyl Panda, Lynx, or Fox!
Take your pick between three 3″ cuties, which are frankly peak stocking filler material. It’s small, it’s under £30, it makes a fabulous desk buddy, and you have your choice in animal companion! Which suits your gamer best: the panda, lynx, or fox? Their fierce expressions will bolster anyone’s resolve when facing those difficult boss battles. Plus, their conical feet help these Glorious mascots to stand firm, whilst the switch stem on its back is an excellent nod to your gaming hardware. What more could you want from your desk companion?
Glorious Vinyl Switch Mascot
- 3″ vinyl figurine
- Choose between a panda, fox, or lynx!
- Conical feet
- Decorative switch stem
- 100% fierce expression
Overwatch Faux Leather Wallet
A wallet is one of those things you always seem to get for Christmas. Why not take it up a notch with an Overwatch Faux Leather Wallet? With Overwatch 2 released in 2022, our love for this team-based hero shooter is stronger than ever. Plus, this is a high-end, tri-fold wallet with a dedicated coin pouch, window pocket, and eight card slots. Practical and game-ified! (I can’t be the only one who loves a practical gift.)
Overwatch Faux Leather Wallet
- Tri-fold faux leather wallet
- Overwatch logo
- Eight card slots
- Coin pouch
- Window pocket
iFixit Pro Precision Tweezer Set
Perhaps you’re shopping for a PC DIYer. Whilst we have a full post dedicated to the best gifts for modders, we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to include one here too. The iFixit Pro Precision Tweezer Set is the perfect stocking filler for PC enthusiasts who love to tinker, build, and repair. This set of three tweezers is manufactured from metal that has an anti-static coating, to prevent electrostatic discharge. They are ideally used for fiddly tasks that require accuracy, such as lifting small components or plugs. Each tweezer has a unique tip, making them widely suited to a range of tasks.
iFixit Pro Precision Tweezer Set
- Three tweezer set
- Unique tips for fiddly tasks
- Anti-static coating
- Great for repairs and tinkering
- Manufactured from metal
Useful Bits
A gamer’s need for hardware is never over. Technology is constantly evolving as are our desires and wants for our gaming battle stations. Things can always be faster, tidier, or customisable(-er?). As such, we have a selection of useful bits that will fit perfectly inside a stocking and serve to upgrade a gaming environment.
WD Black SN850X 1TB NVMe SSD
One can never have too much space in the gaming PC, and the faster, the better! The WD Black SN850X SSD has 1TB of storage paired with phenomenal read and write speeds of 7000MB/s and 6300MB/s, respectively. Equipped with an NVMe PCIe Gen 4 interface, this solid state drive is lightning fast and the ideal place to install frequently used programs and games. Plus, the dedicated heatsink will help to keep temperatures under control, so you can game on in peace.
WD Black SN850 1TB M.2 NVMe SSD
- 1TB M.2 NVMe SSD
- Read speed of 7000MB/s
- Write speed of 6300MB/s
- 600 TBW
- Includes RGB heatsink
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Streamplify HUB CTRL 7
Endless wires are a plague on anyone’s desk. With the Streamplify HUB CTRL 7, you can neatly organise all your peripherals with this one-stop shop for USB ports. There are seven in total, as the name would suggest, with the last equipped with power charging. Perfect for connecting your keyboard, mouse, webcam, and smartphone! What’s more, there are sixteen acrylic icons which can be placed in the slots above to denote what’s plugged into which port. Choose from tiles numbered one to seven or icons of all your devices. The finishing touch? Each tile slot has an RGB LED which beautifully illuminates the clear acrylic. Stunning.
Streamplify HUB CTRL 7 USB Hub
- Seven USB ports – 6 x USB 3.0 and 1 x USB 2.0A
- RGB lighting
- Individual power buttons
- Sixteen acrylic icons
- 2.0A charging
Keyboard Modding with Ducky
While a full-sized gaming keyboard may stick out the end of a stocking, the Ducky ProjectD Tinker comes in a lovely compact SF (65%) form factor. You can get fully pre-built editions, but if you’re shopping for a keyboard enthusiast, why not go the barebones route? With a barebone keyboard, a set of switches, and keycaps, you’ve gifted both a new keyboard and the joy of building one! (And who doesn’t love a good themed stocking?)
The Ducky ProjectD Tinker 65 Barebone Keyboard is manufactured from premium materials to fully support smooth typing. The switch sockets are hot-swappable and compatible with 5-pin switches. This means it can be paired with many of the switch sets we have available. All that’s left is to add a durable keycap set, and there is a veritable rainbow to choose from!
Ducky ProjectD Tinker 65
Mechanical Switches
Keycap Sets
Game On
A fully pre-built gaming PC won’t fit inside a stocking, but you can certainly squeeze in a few accessories. There are plenty gaming doodads that can be added to a battle station that will enhance performance and comfort. Here’s just a taster of our favourites.
Microsoft Official Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2
Whilst PC gamers tend to prefer a keyboard and mouse to control their games, there are some which are just better suited for console controllers. With a Microsoft Official Xbox Wireless Controller Series 2, you have a gamepad that is fully compatible with your PC, laptop, and Xbox. You can choose to connect via Bluetooth, for wireless convenience, or via USB-C, if the 40-hour battery needs a charge. Totally seamless gameplay, all the way. What’s more, the body has even been contoured to provide comfort over long gaming periods and subtly textured to enhance grip.
Microsoft Official Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2
- Wireless controller for Xbox and PC
- Connect via Bluetooth or USB
- Textured to enhance grip
- Redesigned d-pad
- Ergonomic shape
Endgame Gear XM2 8K Gaming Mouse
A full-sized keyboard may be a bit of a squeeze, but a high-performance mouse tuned for gaming will fit perfectly in any stocking. The Endgame Gear XM1 Optical Mouse is crafted for fast-paced gaming and esports, thanks to its lightweight construction. Plus, the PixArt PMW3389 sensor has up to 16,000 CPI and a tracking speed of 450 IPS, making this a pixel-precise gaming mouse. All this in a sleek, white shell with subtle black accents. A fine addition to any stocking.
Endgame Gear XM2 8K Gaming Mouse
- Esports gaming mouse
- Ultra-light construction
- Flagship PixArt PMW3395 sensor
- Kailh mechanical switches
- 8,000Hz polling rate
Gunnar Optiks 6-Siege Ash Onyx Frame Glasses
For those who spend extended periods in front of a screen, blue light is concern. With a pair of Gunnar Optiks 6-Siege Ash Onyx Frame Glasses, you can leave that worry behind. Their amber tinted lenses protect your eyes from harmful artificial blue light by up to 65%, and the Rainbow Six Siege design adds a nice touch. Lightweight and stylish, these glasses will reduce eye strain whilst they rest comfortably on your face. Plus, we stock a wide range of styles which you can “try on” with their virtual Try On Tool.
Gunnar Optiks 6-Siege Ash – Onyx Frame Glasses
- Rainbow Six Siege Ash glasses
- Amber-tinted to block out blue light
- Reduces blue light by up to 65%
- Includes a case with Ash design
- Relieves eye strain
OcUK Merch
Naturally, the best stocking fillers are all Overclockers UK merch. Am I biased? Absolutely. Am I wrong? Never. (Ok, maybe sometimes, but there’s usually maths involved.) Our OcUK merch has all been made to highest standard and features our iconic branding. No stocking is complete without it.
OcUK Mega Mat Medium Gaming Mouse
We love our Mega Mat range. From the medium to the colossal 3XL, these gaming mousepads provide a smooth arena to conduct your gaming. The fabric surface has been optimised for used with optical gaming mice, and the rubberised base ensures it will stand firm. Even in the heat of battle. The OcUK Mega Mat Medium is perfect for those with smaller desks looking to enhance their set up.
OcUK Mega Mat Medium Elite Tactical Gaming Surface
- Medium-sized mouse mat
- 352mm x 255mm
- Woven fabric surface
- Rubberised base
- Primed for outstanding mouse performance
OcUK Novelty Keycap
Show everyone that you are Elite Tier with an Overclockers UK Novelty ESC Keycap. Available in black or white, this is a PBT doubleshot keycap that sports our iconic rev logo. Compatible with Cherry switch stems, this keycap is sure to elevate the aesthetic of any every keyboard.
Overclockers UK Logo PBT Doubleshot ESC Keycap
- Overclockers UK branded novelty keycap
- ESC key
- Manufactured from PBT
- Doubleshot legends
- Two colours available
OcUK Gift Vouchers
Naturally, buying for a PC gamer or enthusiast can be an overwhelming task. Even when looking for stocking fillers. One thing you can never go wrong with is an Overclockers UK Gift Voucher. Available in set values from £20 to £1000, each gift card you purchase will come with a dedicated digital code, emailed straight to your inbox. If gifting, simply print off and slip into the stocking. Any updates to the gift card’s balance will be sent to the email used when making a purchase with the digital code. Our gift vouchers are a great option because you can still get them some tech from Overclockers UK without figuring out what they need. No reason to ask them “subtle” questions about their tech needs!
Overclockers UK Gift Voucher
- Digital gift vouchers
- Available in values from £20 to £1000
- Digital code sent to your inbox
Need more Inspo?
Is this list missing something? No worries, head back to our Ultimate Gift Guide! This list has a wonderful selection of present ideas, as well as links to all our individual guides.
Inspiration for days!
Christmas Delivery Cut Off Dates
To ensure you get your stocking filler in time, we’ve included all the important delivery dates you need below!
The Christmas delivery cut-off date is Friday 20th December 2024. This is subject to change, so check out our cut-off date blog or the delivery information page on our website for full details. Any orders placed after the 20th will be delivered from Friday 27th December.
Ready to Stuff those Stockings?
Feeling suitably inspired? Gamers, drop a comment below with what you want to find in your Christmas stocking this year – keep the inspo going!
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Emily Haylock
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Emily is a board and cosy gamer, keyboard obsessive, and content copywriter for Overclockers UK. She has been with Overclockers UK since 2020, writing about everything from noblechairs to 8Pack PCs. She writes from within her desk nest with a foster pup at her feet. (What, a desk duvet is a totally normal thing!) In her downtime, she likes to play board games, farming sims, and old-school Final Fantasy. IX to be specific. It is the best, and that is a hill she will die on.
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