Illuminating: Gaming chairs with LED lighting at a glance

Either you’ve landed here because you’re looking for a gaming chair that integrates great with your existing LED setup, or you just think glowing accents are cool. Anyway, you’re looking for a gaming chair with LED lighting? We’ll introduce you to a few exceptional models that will make your gaming experience something special and allow you to sit ergonomically. This way, you can master even long gaming sessions with flying colors, without having back pain.

LED lighting in focus

Of course, as with so many things in life, by the way, opinions differ when it comes to a gaming chair with LED lighting. What one person rates as superfluous, the other rates as an absolute must-have. In our opinion, anything that promotes an immersive gaming experience is already good. So why do without it? Lighting in general always contributes to the atmosphere and the perceived mood. Used correctly, colorful light sources in particular influence your mood. That is, as a rule, they act as a mood enhancer. In addition, LED elements have several advantages over many other light sources at once, which we definitely do not want to deprive you of:

LEDs are not only very robust, but also extremely durable. As a rule, 50,000 operating hours and more are no problem.
Unlike other illuminants, such as incandescent lamps, LEDs are characterized by the fact that they do not become particularly warm.
One of the greatest advantages, however, is that LEDs, despite their immense luminosity, consume about 80% less electricity than other light sources.
In addition, LEDs can be used to achieve many color effects. In the end, this can cover the entire RGB spectrum.

LED have a whole range of other advantages more. However, it is through those that we have mentioned, more or less only become possible to equip gaming chairs with this technology.

Reasons for a gaming chair

The most obvious reason for a gaming chair is, of course, because it looks cool Yes, of course. That’s the opinion we hold, after all. But there’s so much more to a gaming chair than just the exterior design of a racing seat. They are designed to support your back in the best possible way, even during exuberant gaming sessions.

For example, if you sit on a normal chair for a long time, you will eventually experience back pain, possibly accompanied by headaches or numbness in your fingers. We don’t want to paint the devil on the wall, but in the worst case scenario, this can lead to permanent damage to your health.

A real gaming chair features an ergonomic shape that supports your lumbar vertebrae in particular, but also other areas of your body.

But enough of the background knowledge, here are our research results for gaming chairs with LED lighting.

TRUST GXT 716 Rizza

With 12 colors and over 350 RGB effects, the Trust GXT 716 Rizza (MSRP €222.00) is sure to have the right setting for your gaming setup. Here, the wide LED strips frame the entire seat. Only the front edge of the seat is left out. The gaming chair can be controlled via remote control, which can be stored in the side pocket. So that you can move freely with the Rizza, the power supply is secured by an included powerbank. An adjustable neck and lumbar cushion contribute to the seating comfort, in addition to a stable base group. Loosely based on the manufacturer’s motto: Style is one thing, but don’t forget seating comfort!

Corner data of the TRUST GXT 716 Rizza:

Lighting elements on the backrest and seat
RGB LED
12 pure colors / 350 RGB effects
Lighting programmable: no
Powered by a power bank (can be stowed in the side pocket)
responsive by remote control (stowable in side pocket)
Seat 460 mm x 500 mm (W/D)
loadable up to 150 kg (class 4 gas spring)
2D armrests

Speedlink ZAPHYRE

Like to sit in the center of attention? The LED lighting on the Speedlink ZAPHYRE (MSRP $329.99) frames you while you sit. The RGB lighting runs along the side edge along the backrest and ends to the right and left of the front edge of the seat respectively. Additionally, the LEDs are protected by a thin, black fabric mesh that adds a certain touch to the look. With around 300 different lighting modes, every true gamer will find the right “mood”. Among other things, the scope of delivery includes a 5,000 mAh powerbank and a remote control, which can be used to control the lighting element of the Gamer Throne. There are separate compartments for the power bank and the control element, which are located on the back of the backrest and on the right side of the seat, respectively. Above that, the ZAPHYRE comes with a head cushion and a lumbar cushion.

Specifications of the Speedlink ZAPHYRE:

- Lighting elements on the backrest
- RGB lighting with 4 status LEDs
- 300 lighting modes
- Lighting programmable: no
- Power supply via powerbank
- responsive via remote control (can be stowed in side pocket)
- Seating area: 540 mm x 500 mm (W/D)
- loadable up to 150 kg (class 4 gas spring)
- 3D armrests

ASUS ROG Chariot SL300C RGB

You like it rather minimalistic, love small accents and just don’t want anything flashy? The ASUS ROG Chariot SL300C RGB (MSRP €599.00) gives you just that. The LED elements are gracefully incorporated into the backrest at the height of the neck area and offer you the opportunity for discreet but meaningful color statements, for example, when streaming. The Aura RGB lighting convinces with a total of eight colors, which you can set in seven different modes with the waterproof IPX4 One Touch controller. The only drawback: A power source is unfortunately not included, so you have to take care of it yourself. To compensate, the manufacturer includes a bag for your portable battery, which can be easily attached to the chair. On the back of the backrest, there are also genuine racing straps with a quick-release button, so that you always have your gaming package within reach.

Specifications of the ASUS ROG Chariot SL300C RGB:

- Lighting elements on the backrest at neck level
- Aura RGB (8 different colors)
- 7 lighting modes (Rainbow, Breathing, Colour Cycle, Wave, Glowing Yo-Yo, Strobbing, Static)
- Lighting programmable: no
- Power supply via powerbank (not included)
- IPX4-One touch controller for lighting control (waterproof)
- Seating area 54 mm x 58 mm (W/D)

Class 4 gas pressure spring
4D armrests

DELTACO Gaming Chair with RGB Lighting

Similar to other models on this list, the LED arrangement of the DELTACO Gaming Chair with RGB Lighting (MSRP €269.99) runs in strips along the outer edge of the chair. With 332 different lighting modes, there are few limits to the settings that can be made. The remote control can be stored in the integrated compartment of the backrest, complete with power bank. However, you should make sure that neither a USB power supply nor a powerbank are included. Otherwise, the gaming chair from the Swedish manufacturer features a head and lumbar cushion and is available in black or white.

Corner data of the DELTACO gaming chair with RGB lighting:.

Lighting elements on the edge of the backrest and seat
RGB lighting
332 different lighting modes
Lighting programmable: no
Power supply via USB-A 5V 1A power adapter or power bank (both not included)
responsive via remote control (stowable in side pocket)
loadable up to 120 kg
2D armrests

Gear4U Illuminated Gaming Chair

The design of the Illuminated Gaming chair from Gear4U (already available from around €195.00) is true to the classic manner in terms of RGB position. The luminous strips are located on the sides of the backrest as well as the seat and can play up to 33 different lighting effects. In addition, they can also display six pure colors. This way, the look of the chair can be specifically adapted to the gaming setup. For power supply, a direct USB connection to the PC or a powerbank is required here, as with many other gaming chairs with LED lighting. The matching cable is included right away. Also included is a small remote control that can even switch the color modes back and forth without direct “eye contact” with the chair.

Corner data of the Gear4U illuminated gaming chair:

Lighting elements on the backrest and seat
LED RGB
6 pure colors, 33 different lighting modes and effects
Lighting programmable: no
Powered by USB cable on PC or power bank (not included)
responsive via remote control
Seating area 380 mm x 520 mm (W/D)
loadable up to 150 kg
3D armrests

Nordic Gaming Blaster Chair

Since the lighting elements are also located on the sides of the backrest and seat of the Blaster from the Nordic Gaming brand (available starting at €195), this gaming chair stands out little from its competition. The RGB LEDs, which are wired under the fabric mesh, can play up to 33 different effects as well as display six pure colors with ease. Accordingly, while the lighting is not programmable, it is quite easily controlled by a small included remote. A big plus to other models on this list: The power source is directly included. This is a 5,000 mAh power bank. With a load capacity of up to 150 kilograms, the chair is also a real eye-catcher for heavier gamers.

Corner data for the Nordic Gaming Blaster Chair:

Lighting elements on the backrest and seat
LED RGB
6 pure colors, 33 different lighting modes and effects
Lighting programmable: no
Power bank (5,000 mAh) is included
Remote control to adjust color modes
Seating area 660 mm x 660 mm (W/D)
loadable up to 150 kg

FOURZE Lightning

The FOURZE Lightning (MSRP €199) not only lives up to its name, but also makes a solid impression. Equipped the gaming chair with a circumferential RGB LED strip and runs along the backrest to the front ends of the side bolsters. You can choose between 6 pure colors or 33 different color and pulse combinations, which can be conveniently controlled via remote control. These can be stored together with a powerbank (unfortunately not included) in the compartment of the backrest. In addition, the gaming chair comes with a neck and lumbar pillow.

However, the manufacturer has also thought about the youngest ones. The FOURZE Junior Gaming Chair RGB (RRP €175.00) is a smaller copy of the FOURZE Lightning and was developed especially for children. The gaming chair naturally features smaller dimensions and does without a lumbar cushion.

Corner data of the FOURZE Lightning:

Lighting elements on the backrest and seat
RGB LED
6 pure colors / 33 color and pulse combinations
Lighting programmable: no
responsive by remote control
Power supply via power bank (not included)
Seating area 550 mm x 480 mm (W/D)
Loads up to 150 kg (class 4 gas spring)
2D armrests

Vertagear VG-PL4500

Unfortunately, the gaming chair range of the US manufacturer Vertagear is relatively rare on the German market. Every now and then, however, there is a chance to get hold of a model. A real highlight on our list is the Vertagear PL4500 (MSRP $489.99), which can be upgraded to a gaming chair with LED lighting with the RGB/LED upgrade kit. However, this is not just simple LED strips or lighting elements. No, the upgrade kit not only holds plenty of presets, it can also be highly customized and programmed. This process is completely wireless. Various interactive modes contribute to an immersive gaming experience. For example, when your character’s life meter drops, the gaming chair appropriately glows from green to orange to red. But the upgrade kit also has something to offer for acoustic fans. Audio Visual Sync makes the chair glow to the beat of the music. The LED lighting can be expanded with the RGB LED Bottom Kit incl. projector. The latter even allows you to project your own logo or a sign of your choice on the floor below you. The whole package is topped off with an innovative magnetic charging function. Optionally, the kit can also be charged via a powerbank.

Corner data for the Vertagear VG-PL4500:

Upgrade kits available for backrest and base assembly
Full RGB spectrum (16.8 million colors)
Presets, interactive modes (Gaming Mode, Audio Sync)
Lighting programmable: yes
Power supply via Magnetic Charger
responsive via software on PC
Seating area 370 mm x 445 mm (W/D)
loadable up to 120 kg (class 4 gas spring)
3D armrests

Backforce One Plus

The Backforce One Plus (MSRP €629.00) is not a candidate that can convince with exuberant lighting effects in this sense. Nevertheless, the gaming chair has a small but nice gimmick, which other candidates in this list do not have. At the height of the neck area on the back of the backrest, the manufacturer has integrated a kind of glowing brooch, the Gamer Pulse LED. This can be customized in the way by downloading a template from Backforce for editing. This way, you can make a statement with your own logo or a symbol of your choice. The Gamer Pulse LED can be operated like a button. There are two modes available. Either the pin lights up continuously or flashes every 5 seconds. If you can’t decide on a design, you also have the option of ordering several Gamer Pulse LED. These can be changed very easily. Beyond that, the Backforce One Plus convinces all along the line.

Characteristics of the Backforce One Plus:

Light brooch on the backrest
1-color
2 modes / steady light or flashing light (in 5 seconds interval)
Power supply via Micro-B USB adapter
Button (the brooch itself)
Seating area 530 mm x 445 mm (W/D)
loadable up to 130 kg (class 4 gas spring)
5D armrests

Gaming chairs with LED lighting: variety not yet exhausted

Gaming chairs with LED lighting have great potential to emphasize an immersive gaming experience. However, in practice, this is only exploited by a few manufacturers. Many models follow the same principle, while some stand out from the crowd. We are curious to see what else will land on the market in the near future. We will definitely keep our eyes and ears open.