I'm looking at computer desks that are at least 55 inches wide or 60 to accommodate two 27 inch dell monitors a laptop keyboard and two mice. I just got a work from home job so I'll probably use one of the monitors while I work and the laptop screen during the day, and then both the monitors with my desktop after work.

I was hoping to get some insight about desks from people who either game all day or work from home about their preference and if any of these choices are good or better than others. Or just some thoughts about the desks I linked below.

My gf absolutely hates the gaudy gaming desks that are multi color and have the race car vibe

I found two acceptable desks on Amazon that she was okay with:

Computer Desk 55" Modern Sturdy Office Desk Study Writing Desk for Home Office, Coleshome, White

just a plain desk that is waterproof and scratch resistant which is nice

Need Gaming Desk All-in-one Gaming Computer Desk with RGB LED Soft Gaming Mouse Pad 60" Length for Big Guys AC14LB-Pro

This one looks like the material is a little cheap based off of reviews but it is bigger and has stuff for my headphones and i guess cup holders

Only thing about these two is they have no drawers but they are okay.

Giveaway: https://www.steamgifts.com/giveaway/lkDCm/car-mechanic-simulator-2015

And then I found a few desks that are pricier and higher quality and she really likes these ones:

Bianchi Solid Wood Writing Desk

Has two weird storage spots but its solid wood and looks good and is a little over 60inches

Higuera Solid Wood Desk

this has the little keyboard slide out thingie which I hated because I had one on a cheap desk and it would always come off but she tells me nice ones dont fall off if you apply pressure while you're typing and it has drawers.

Theodulus Desk

For this desk I thought about not putting the little side parts on and just putting my desktop there it has the keyboard tray and it has usb plugs and outlet plugs which could be nice not sure or it could just make cable management worse.

Giveaway: https://www.steamgifts.com/giveaway/oLLZR/out-of-the-park-baseball-17

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[Computer Desk 55" Modern Sturdy Office Desk Study Writing Desk for Home Office, Coleshome, White](https://www.amazon.com/Computer-Modern-Sturdy-Writing-Coleshome/dp/B07MH7LSG1/ref=sr_1_55?qid=1568085366&s=home-garden&sr=1-55&th=1)
[Need Gaming Desk All-in-one Gaming Computer Desk with RGB LED Soft Gaming Mouse Pad 60" Length for Big Guys AC14LB-Pro](https://www.amazon.com/Need-Gaming-Computer-60-AC14LB-Pro/dp/B00UV7B72M/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8&th=1)
[Bianchi Solid Wood Writing Desk](https://www.wayfair.com/furniture/pdp/george-oliver-bianchi-solid-wood-writing-desk-w000329671.html?piid=1891673506)
[Higuera Solid Wood Desk](https://www.wayfair.com/furniture/pdp/mercury-row-higuera-solid-wood-desk-w000043864.html?category=1780384&placement=1&slot=5&sponsoredid=0353b98c3a61481e8cb8569d04332982cb241cd9c5a906277272c97cead0676b&_txid=I%2FcmXF13JAMP9mxMFESAAg%3D%3D&isB2b=0&piid=1120586875)
[Theodulus Desk](https://www.wayfair.com/furniture/pdp/mercury-row-theodulus-desk-mcrr1479.html)

Okay so formatting fail sorry about that

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You can edit the main post if you want, but I don't think the poll can be changed. On the top right of the page, next to the green button that says "open", there is a drop down arrow with an edit option. The formatting for SG is explained here.

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If you have an Ikea, look at the popular Ikea models. Best price for the quality and there's 20% off sales once in awhile.

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I had a desk from IKEA before, it lasted about two years, no longer live near an IKEA.

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The nicer full wood ones will last basically forever.

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Yeah my old tv stand lasted years, only got rid of it because i got a bigger tv, i used to live by the Burbank one but its a 3 hour drive at least now.

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Why not a normal desk with drawers to keep all your PC parts in one place and to have everything close to you like phone chargers and USB?

While you play you look in the monitor so is it realy that important to pay so much for all these weak ugly desks with no real value other than gaming in their name?

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Well only one of the desks is a gaming desk, the others are mostly for looks and because they are big and open and not ugly. I'm trying to find a balance of what would look good in my 1 bedroom apartment but also has the desktop space for all my stuff, as for drawers they are not really a necessity as I wouldn't have too much to put in them.

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Ah ok. For me 3 drawers is a must for all my stuff.

That is why I'm using the same desk for last 10 years :P

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Yeah I mean I'd love to get a permanent desk that I would gladly drop a thousand on, I would really like a nice L shaped desk with lots of drawers and space but no space for it so this will have to last me for a few years until i can maybe afford a house or at least a 2 bedroom apartment.
I havent had a computer desk in over a year and a half, I've been using a kitchen table for 9 months, and before that i used one of those foldable dinner tray tables that was 20 bucks from walmart for the other 9 months.

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Well in that case if you plan to change it in the future for something better and more solid and longer lasting I would pick the cheapest one for now.

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So that's were my grandparents old furniture went to die....uh, be upcycled.
Not a fan of the dark wood.

There has to be a middle ground...
Well, actually, I prefer the Amazon ones so I guess those are the middle ground...

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Does the 2nd one need the monitor stand? If not, then I'd say it's better than the 1st one.

Overall, it depends what your room looks like as well to see what meshes with what. But overall, I wouldn't want the first one personally.

So if you want something more basic and you have a black-white contrast in your room, then the second one might be the best.
If you have softer tones in your room then either fourth of fifth.

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The monitor stand is a stand alone piece on the table and isn't attached to anything. I wouldn't use it as my monitors are too big for it anyways.

My walls are white, my couch is a light grey, my countertops are some white granite and the cabinets are all white as well, my floor is a greyish brown laminate, so lots of white hues.

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Yeah, then personally I'd want something that's either really dark or pretty much just white since the contrast would work the best. Though, that's just me.

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Myself, I like Higuera looks most, and the only one I find ugly is Theodulus. But it's very individual thing, and also depends a lot on the general style of the room, so in different circumstances (assuming quality is OK) I could go for any, but Theodulus.

Then there is one more thing. You can decide to score, possibly big, with your gf on this occasion. Women are usually more attached to furniture looks, often have better taste, and last but not least, if you decide to make her choose between models, that are acceptable for her you, she should get the impression, that you are serious about your relationship ;)

Also, doesn't IKEA ship cheaply in your country? In mine it does, so ordering from their catalogue would still be an option for me.

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IKEA shipping is 100 bucks for some tables i already looked which makes them not as appealing for me.

My gf and I are getting married next year but she was trying to be hands off until i showed her some tables then she was like no not that one or that one or that so thats why i picked some nice looking desks.

Yeah the Theodulus is really basic that was more for her than for me.

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Well, IMO, in this situation forget about the Theodulus, and if you still feel OK with the other 4 after this discussion is finished, just tell her: "I was able to find just those 4, that should meet my needs and are in a reasonable price range... which one should we buy?"

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I was looking for a new desk which has lot of space, have space for 3 PCs (i do my job in a home office right now, visiting company like monthly 1-2* only) but I not found any. Sometimes I have a feeling that those who creating computer desks never spent more than 1-2h sitting at a computer deks, most of it doesn't have enough space for the legs, etc.

As I did not find any I built one for myself:
http://prntscr.com/p4x91y

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You can build me one too lol

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i'm thinking to build one myself

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I found out where the businesses in the city that I worked at ordered their office furniture and visited the showroom (in an industrial area) to see the range and ordered from them. Good looking, very solid furniture at a low price. Just a simple rectangular desk with a matching three-drawer mobile pedestal that nestles underneath for filing and storage.
P.S. I think the racing-style computer furniture is hilarious. I especially like how the chairs have lateral supports and holes for racing harness straps - you don't want to get thrown around by the massive cornering loads.

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Yes I actually need a new chair as well and the first thing she said to me was dont even think about getting one of those chairs. I live in a pretty small city so I don't know if we have anything like that around here but its something I hadnt thought of before.

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I'd choose either the 55" Amazon Desk or the Bianchi. One simple( and cheap?) and the other still simple but quality. In other comments, you mentioned you may be moving in the future, so I'd also agree with just getting a cheap desk, don't get one with drawers, leg space is important, and one without drawers will be much cheaper or will be money put into quality instead.

For $500 I think you can get a better desk than the Higuera, and drawers are a waster of money imo for the Theodulus.

One of my desks is laminate wood super long L-shaped( 90" long on longest side including corner space x 30"), metal legs and been using it for almost 20 years, it's still like new and I love it.

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I'm leaning towards the amazon desk right now, the only reason the Higuera is on the list is because it was on sale for 350 or so. I think I've seen the price on all the wayfair furniture change day by day its pretty hectic to keep up with.

I am moving in the future but doesn't mean I want to be stuck with a cheap desk for a few years, if and when I can buy a house a desk wont be a priority on the list so thats one of the reasons why I was thinking of dropping a few hundreds dollars now for a decent one.

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I've been using this computer desk which had a metal frame for years, "inherited" from my sister. What I'll say about computer desks is they need to be stable as they hold the weight of your monitors and PC which are pricey to replace so dont skimp on the table and get a solid table you need. Shop around with your gf around your area.

I absolutely hate Keyboard drawers no matter how sturdy they are as they are never in the correct angle for your wrist and usually end up not using it and place the keyboard on the table if I am using a desk with such. Personally, I also will get a larger table that your apartment allow as I feel most of your time will be spent on it so get a comfortable one which is spacious enough to play enough things.

Ever consider getting monitor mounts? I just searched for an example, its not my recommendation. The mounts can also save you lots of space if you're getting a smaller table.
Cheers, Cruse~

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