Gaming: warranties compared
15 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.
10 of 15 brands cover gaming in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 2 years, from 5 brands. 2 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends.
Every brand, side by side
- 1Corsair32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 2HyperX32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 3PowerA32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 4Razer32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 5Turtle Beach32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 68BitDo21/100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
- 7Backbone21/100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
- 8Hori21/100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
- 9Microsoft Xbox21/100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverageUnverified
- 10Nintendo21/100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
- 11PlayStation21/100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverageVaries by model line
- 12Sony PlayStation21/100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
- 13SteelSeries21/100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
- 14Fanatec18/100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Whole product
- 15Thrustmaster11/100Full: NonePartial: to 6 monthsPartial covers: Rechargeable batteriesCheck your model's manual
From each maker's published warranty. “Unverified” means we couldn't confirm the terms on the maker's own site. How we rate warranties
What these warranties often leave out
- Accidental breaks and misuse10 of 15 brands
- Normal wear and tear5 of 15 brands
- Scratches, dents and looks3 of 15 brands
- Batteries2 of 15 brands
- Water damage2 of 15 brands
- Cracks1 of 15 brands
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for gaming.
- CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
- BJ's Wholesale ClubMost items365 days
- Sam's ClubElectronics such as TVs, computers and speakers90 days
- B&H PhotoMost items30 days from delivery
- NeweggMost items30 days from delivery
- TargetElectronics and entertainment (not Apple or Beats)30 days
Show all 15 stores
- WalmartConsumer electronics and PC components30 days
- Electronic ExpressTennessee storesMost items30 days
- Nebraska Furniture MartMidwest and Texas storesMost items30 days
- P.C. Richard & SonNortheast storesMost items30 days
- RC WilleyMountain West storesElectronics30 days from delivery
- Best BuyMost items15 days from delivery
- GameStopMost items15 days
- CuracaoSouthwest storesGaming consoles, video games and software, car stereo and GPS15 days
- BrandsMart USASoutheast storesGaming consoles, gaming PCs, drones; opened headphones, Apple, Bose and Sonos productsNo returns
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for gaming where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
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Questions shoppers ask
Which brand of gaming has the best warranty?
On paper, Corsair scores highest, with 2 years of full coverage.
Is a long warranty on gaming really that long?
Often not for the whole product. Many longer warranties cover only certain parts after the first year or two, and you usually pay for the labor. The bars above show full and partial coverage separately.
Do I need to register to get the warranty?
None of the 15 brands require registration for their basic coverage. Registering can still get you recall notices. Keep your receipt either way.
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