If you are an avid gamer, and by avid, we mean a couple of hours per day, then you may want to consider getting a pair of gaming glasses.
These glasses, also often referred to as blue light glasses, let you look at computer or television screens for long periods of time without having to deal with annoying eye strain.
In this article we are going to review some good options that you should consider.
If you want to know to what our personal best gaming glasses would be, it would be the GUNNAR Gaming and Computer Eyewear.
A Spotlight On Some of The Best Gaming Glasses :
Gamma Ray Blue Light Blocking Glasses
The first entry on our review list is also likely going to end up being our cheapest option as well. The Gamma Ray are cheap, straightforward glasses that you can get without really opening your wallet. At under $20, these glasses are a good option for someone who wants to try out gaming glasses, without necessarily investing in a super expensive pair of glasses right off the bat.
Now, we have talked a lot about how inexpensive these glasses are, but the reality is that they aren’t really all that “cheap” when it comes to their actual performance. In fact, you would likely be surprised to find out just how inexpensive the Gamma Ray glasses are if you just put them on and didn’t actually know their price.
They do a great job of filtering out potentially annoying and harmful blue light from monitors and televisions. They should allow you to game reliably for quite a few hours without having to worry about suffering any sore eyes the day after. They aren’t too stylish to wear, but given that you aren’t likely to be gaming enough in public to need them, it doesn’t end up being much of a bother.
The biggest issue that we would warn you about regarding the Gamma Ray Blue Light Blocking Glasses has to do with the fact that they are quite cheap glasses.
Now, that is a good thing if you are looking to save money, but a bad thing if you want glasses that aren’t going to break or that are going to last for a while. Sadly, these glasses have flimsy plastic frames that we could imagine will snap quite easily. So, if you want durable gaming glasses, consider going elsewhere.
- Simple and very straightforward.
- Cheap set of glasses.
- Good blue light filtering despite low price.
- Frames are a bit cheap and prone to breaking.
GUNNAR Gaming and Computer Eyewear
To follow up that last review, we are going to be doing a review of a pair of gaming glasses that is basically the exact opposite of the glasses that we just got finished reviewing.
If you are in the market for a really high-end pair of gaming glasses, then the Gunnar Optiks Gaming Glasses are the option for you. These are so well-made and stylish that it is easy to confuse them for higher-end sunglasses.
To start off the review, we actually want to touch upon something that we mentioned in the introduction, which is relating to the stylishness of these glasses.
Now, if you happen to care about looking really good when gaming, then there is no doubt about it, the Gunnar Optiks are for you. As you can probably see for yourself, these glasses are simply much better looking than your average pair of gaming glasses. They have this really sleek profile and design that just makes them a cut above.
Of course, these glasses aren’t all style over substance, they actually do quite a good job of filtering out harmful light. Just how good are they exactly? Well, the glasses are capable of filtering out 65% of all blue light and a whopping 100% of all UV lights.
So, a good amount of the light that is actually harmful for your eyes is filtered out, which is what allows you to play for a lot longer.
Believe it or not, these glasses are actually so good that you are able to sleep in the glasses and they will actually help you get a better night’s sleep by blocking out annoying light that would typically wake you up.
- Sleek profile and design looks amazing.
- Good performing glasses.
- Blocks 65% of blue light and 100% of UV rays.
- Pretty pricey compared to other gaming glasses on this list.
Onke 3 Pack Blue Light Blocking Glasses
For the final review on our best gaming glasses article, we are going to be looking at yet another cheap set of glasses in the form of the Onke Glasses.
However, as you can probably see for yourself from the product name, what sets these cheaper gaming glasses apart from the Gamma Ray glasses that we reviewed earlier is that there is actually 3 of them contained in this single set. Given the fact that you are getting 3 pairs of gaming glasses for around $20 or so, this option presents undoubtedly the best value for your money.
Of course, while we may call them cheap gaming glasses, they are still pretty decent overall. The lenses in the glasses are fairly decent and able to filter out a good amount of both UV light and blue light, which is ultimately what you want in your gaming glasses. They are also fairly lightweight glasses that sit easily on your face.
- Good value due to getting 3 glasses for the price of 1.
- Decent lens quality for cheap glasses.
- Sit lightly on your face.
- Each pair isn’t extremely well-made.
Gaming Glasses Buying Guide
In this short follow-up portion to our review article, we quickly want to reiterate some of the benefits to be gained by using a pair of gaming glasses (or blue light glasses as they are often called). Just in case you are new to what gaming glasses are and our review article didn’t make the potential benefits clear enough.
Longer Gaming Sessions
Of course, the most obvious benefit of gaming glasses is that they allow you to game for longer without feeling eye strain or pain. This can be helpful for people who find that they are spending long hours trying to get better at a specific game or who are trying to marathon an addictive new game that just released.
Better Work Sessions
It seems like we all work with computers in one way or another these days. It just so happens that some people spend a lot longer in front of a computer screen than others.
If you are one of those people who has to spend all their time in front of a computer screen, then you may be looking for a way to make your eyes feel better. Well, gaming glasses, despite their name, are a great option for those who work in front of a PC all day.
Better Sleep
As we mentioned in at least one review on our best gaming glasses article, you can actually use gaming glasses to get a better night’s sleep.
Believe it or not, a good pair of gaming glasses can actually filter out UV rays, which are often what causes someone to wake up before they are supposed to (UV rays irritate the eyes, even when they are closed).
Conclusion
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