Do you need a gaming desk for a Nintendo Switch?
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Short answer: Not necessarily. The Switch can be played handheld, but if it is docked to a monitor a compact desk or the desk on a high sleeper is plenty. Space for the dock, controllers and a charger near a socket is the main need.
The Switch is more flexible than other consoles, so the furniture question is about where it is docked and how the room is used.
Working out the desk size you need
Desk width is driven by your screens and peripherals. Measure the width of each monitor including its stand, add space for speakers or a microphone arm, and allow room for a mouse to move freely. Depth matters too: a deeper desktop keeps a large monitor at a comfortable distance and leaves space for a keyboard in front of it. Always compare these with the desktop width and depth on the product page rather than the overall footprint, which can include shelves or legs.
Making a gaming setup work in a small room
In a small bedroom, going up is usually the answer. A high sleeper with a desk underneath stacks the sleeping and playing areas into one footprint, while a cabin or mid-height bed can add storage. If the ceiling is too low for a high sleeper, a single bed with a built-in end desk or a compact desk against the wall keeps floor space clear. Wall-mounted shelves and under-bed drawers stop the room filling up with boxes of games and accessories.
Keeping cables and kit tidy
A gaming corner quickly fills with power leads, chargers and controllers. Plan where the nearest sockets are before you place the desk or bed, use a surge-protected extension lead rather than chaining adaptors, and run cables along the back of the desk or frame so they are not across the floor or ladder. Desks with drawers, cupboards or shelves give consoles, headsets and games a home, and storage under a bed is handy for things that are not used every day.
Products to look at
These are in stock in the Bed Kingdom range at the time of writing; see each product page for the live price, full specifications and delivery time.
- Alphason Oblivian Gaming Desk – Dimensions: H90cm x W146cm x D66cm; Material: Metal (size guide)
- Alphason San Diego Computer Workstation – Material: Multiple Density Particleboard (size guide)
- Parisot SetUp Midi Gaming Desk – Dimensions: 92cm x 154cm x 67cm (size guide)
- Parisot SetUp Walter Gaming Desk in Black – Dimensions: H 89cm x W 120cm x D 63cm (size guide)
- Parisot Setup Gaming Desk with Drawers & LED Lights – Dimensions: 92cm x 180cm x 67cm; Storage: Drawer, cupboard and open shelving units (size guide)
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a gaming desk for a Nintendo Switch?
Not necessarily. The Switch can be played handheld, but if it is docked to a monitor a compact desk or the desk on a high sleeper is plenty. Space for the dock, controllers and a charger near a socket is the main need.
How do I work out what width of desk I need?
Add up the width of your monitors and stands, then allow space for speakers, a microphone and free mouse movement, and compare with the desktop width on the product page.
What is the most space-saving gaming bed?
Usually a high sleeper with a desk underneath, if the ceiling is high enough.
How do I keep gaming cables safe?
Use a surge-protected extension lead, avoid chaining adaptors and route cables along the back of the desk or frame so they are not across the floor or ladder.
Who can I ask for help choosing gaming furniture?
Bed Kingdom customer service on 01924 950108 or support@bedkingdom.co.uk.