There's no gaming chair quite like the ThunderX3 Core, and after two years, I'm still stuck to it like glue

The ThunderX3 Core is a gaming chair with all the expected greebles, plus a little ergonomic innovation to set it apart from the crowd. It's not the most breathable compared to all-mesh ergonomic offerings, but with dynamic support and great adjustability, the Core is a benchmark for affordable, versatile, ergonomic gaming chair design.

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  Sleek racer aesthetic

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  Little pocket for bits and bobs

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  Highly adjustable

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  Dynamic lumbar support

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  Fabric & mesh available in subtle colourways

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  Very little assembly necessary

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  LARGE

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  Arms rattle and flatten slightly over time

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  Pale cloth chairs collect dirt easily

ThunderX3 Core gaming chair: one-minute review

Having spent the past two years glued to the ThunderX3 Core gaming chair, I can say with confidence that the technology packed into the backrest is not, in fact, a gimmick. Looking at this racer-style gaming chair with its wiggly backrest protruding out, you might think ...