Budget
A budget gaming chair that multiple outlets still recommend over a year after release, wide seat, Class 4 gas lift, included pillows. Basic 2D armrests and a fiddly assembly are the real trade-offs at this price.
Corsair TC100 Relaxed
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Specifications
Punches well above its price point, 4D armrests and a genuinely comfortable seat for the cost. The lumbar pillow is good, not great, but for under $250 this beats generic racing-style chairs by a wide margin.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Independently rated by PC Gamer as the best budget gaming chair over a year of continued office use, not just an initial impressions review
- 375mm seat width and gentler bolster angles genuinely accommodate wider frames better than most gaming chairs in this price range
- Class 4 gas lift is the same grade found on chairs costing significantly more, with no corner cutting on this component
- Fabric option offers better breathability and long term durability than the PU leatherette common at this price tier
Cons
- Armrests only move up and down with no forward/back or pivot adjustment, a real limitation for precise desk ergonomics or mouse heavy work
- Assembly is reported as fiddly by multiple reviewers; fabric can catch in screw holes, and Corsair doesn't always include printed instructions in the box
- Neck pillow is sized for users up to about 5'9", so taller users (5'11" and up) report it sits too low to be useful
- Limited color and design options compared to competitors, and the "relaxed" recline angle can encourage slouching if upright posture matters to you
Who It's For
Buyers who want genuine comfort and a name brand chair without paying premium prices, especially those with wider frames who find typical bucket style gaming chairs too narrow. Well suited to long, relaxed sessions such as gaming, streaming, or working from home, where leaning back matters more than staying bolt upright. Skip it if you're tall (5'11" and up) and want the neck pillow to work, or if precise armrest positioning matters for your desk setup, since the 2D armrests only move vertically.
Our Verdict
Multiple independent outlets have kept the TC100 Relaxed on their "best budget gaming chair" lists well over a year after release, which says more than a launch week review ever could. This is a chair that holds up under sustained real world use, not just first impressions. Corsair clearly built in real value at this price: a Class 4 gas lift, a genuinely wide seat, and included pillows are the kind of things budget chairs usually skip. The trade offs are real but minor for most buyers: basic 2D armrests, a fiddly assembly process, and a neck pillow that undersells taller users. At MSRP it's already a smart buy; on sale, which happens often, it's one of the best values in gaming chairs at any price. 4.5/5.