My Best Budget streaming setup — The Gear I Actually Use (And Recommend)

Hey everyone!

Over the last few weeks, I’ve had a bunch of people ask me about my setup — the gear I use for gaming, streaming, and making videos for Tech on the Block. So I figured: why not break it all down in one post?

This isn’t a sponsored list or a flashy “dream setup.” This is the actual gear I use every day — stuff I’ve tested, kept, and would recommend if you're building your own gaming or streaming setup. I’ll explain what I like, what I don’t, and who I think each product is really for.

This is my Best budget streaming setup

So let’s jump into it 👇

HyperX Quadcast S

🎙️ The Mic: HyperX QuadCast S (with Voicemod)

Let me start with one of my favorites — the HyperX QuadCast S. This mic looks amazing with its RGB glow, but more importantly, it sounds incredibly clean right out of the box. It’s USB, so you just plug and go — no audio interface needed. And I love the tap-to-mute function during live streams — lifesaver.

But here’s the real secret: I use this mic together with an app called Voicemod. It’s known for fun voice effects, but I actually use it more for sound enhancement — adjusting my EQ and filters to get that studio-clear voice. If you want your mic to sound even more professional without buying extra gear, I highly recommend checking it out.

✅ Great for: Streamers, video creators, podcasters

⚠️ Watch out: Can pick up background noise, so a quieter room helps

🎧 Bonus tip: Add Voicemod for cleaner, fuller sound

👉 Check out the QuadCast S (affiliate link)

Logitech G502 Hero

🖱️ The Mouse: Logitech G502 Hero

I’ve used the Logitech G502 Hero for years — and I still haven’t found a better all-round gaming mouse in its price range. It’s super precise (thanks to the HERO sensor), and the extra programmable buttons are perfect for FPS games or setting up shortcuts in OBS or editing software.

The weight customization is a nice touch, too — you can make it feel exactly how you want.

✅ Great for: FPS players, productivity nerds, streamers who love macros

⚠️ Watch out: It’s wired — not a con for me, but maybe for you

👉 Check out the G502 Hero (affiliate link)

Logitech G413 TLK SE Keyboard

⌨️ The Keyboard: Logitech G413

This one’s underrated. The Logitech G413 is a mechanical keyboard with a clean, low-profile look. It uses Romer-G switches, which feel quick and responsive — great for gaming, but also for long hours typing scripts and editing notes.

It doesn’t have RGB rainbows or flashy gimmicks, and honestly… that’s part of why I like it. It’s built solid (aluminum frame!), and it just works.

✅ Great for: Gamers who like minimalism, creators who type a lot

⚠️ Watch out: No RGB, and a bit louder than membrane keyboards — not a con for me, but maybe for you

👉 Check out the G413 (affiliate link)

Arctis Nova 1P

🎧 The Headset: SteelSeries Arctis Nova P1

Comfort matters — especially during long gaming or editing sessions — and the Arctis Nova P1 is one of the most comfortable headsets I’ve used. It’s originally made for PlayStation, but works perfectly on PC too.

The sound quality is super crisp with good spatial awareness, which helps in competitive games. The mic is okay, but I mainly use it just for in-game chat since I rely on the QuadCast for serious recordings.

✅ Great for: Long gaming sessions, casual editing, console + PC use

⚠️ Watch out: Mic is okay, but not broadcast-quality

👉 Check out the Arctis Nova P1 (affiliate link)

iiyama G-master 34" Ultrawide

🖥️ The Monitor: iiyama G-Master 34" Ultrawide

This thing is a beast. A 34" ultrawide monitor completely changed how I game and create. For immersive games, it pulls you right in. But even more important for me is the extra screen space — I can edit videos with a full timeline view, have Discord and OBS open on the side, or multitask like crazy.

It’s 1440p with a smooth refresh rate — buttery gameplay if your PC can handle it.

✅ Great for: Immersion, editing, multitasking

⚠️ Watch out: Takes up desk space and demands a good GPU

👉 Check out the G-Master 34" (affiliate link)

Logitech Z533 2.1 Speaker & Subwoofer

🔊 The Speakers: Logitech Z533 2.1

When I’m not using a headset, I fire up the Logitech Z533 speakers. They’re compact but come with a subwoofer, so the sound has real depth — perfect for cinematic games, music while editing, or just chilling with YouTube in the background.

✅ Great for: Casual gaming, background music, movies

⚠️ Watch out: Not for huge rooms or studio-grade mixing

👉 Check out the Z533 speakers (affiliate link)

Elgato HD60 X

🎥 The Capture Card: Elgato HD60

This is the heart of my console content. The Elgato HD60 lets me stream or record PC/PS5/Nintendo Switch gameplay directly to my PC. It handles 1080p60 HDR10 or 4K30, with low latency, and works great with a lot of streaming software.

Easy plug & Play. Plug it into your PC or Mac and it will show up in your streaming software as a video capture device. A must for the Best Budget streaming setup.

✅ Great for: Console gamers, Twitch streamers, YouTube gameplay

⚠️ Watch out: No HDMI 2.1, which means no 4K 120Hz passthrough 

👉 Check out the Elgato HD60 (affiliate link)

🖥️ My Gaming PC Specs

I bought this PC setup about two years ago, and even though prices and components change all the time, it still runs like a beast — handling everything from 1440p gaming to video editing and streaming without breaking a sweat. (maybe a litle sweat ;) )

If you're curious about what's under the hood, here’s the full breakdown of my build:

Component	Specs
Case	NZXT H5 Elite (Black)
Power Supply	NZXT C750 Gold V2
Motherboard	Gigabyte B550 Aorus Elite V2 (ATX, 4x DDR4)
CPU	AMD Ryzen 7 5700X (AM4, Boxed)
GPU	Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3070, 8GB (Gaming OC, LHR)
RAM	16GB Kingston Fury Beast (2x8GB, 3200MHz, CL16)
HDD	Seagate BarraCuda 2TB (7200rpm, 256MB cache)
SSD	Kingston NV2 M.2 PCIe 4.0 1TB
Coolers	- NZXT F120RGB Fan (120mm, RGB)  - be quiet! Pure Rock 2 Black (CPU cooler)

💬 Final Thoughts

I built this setup to fit both sides of what I do — gaming and content creation. None of this gear is over-the-top or ultra-premium, but it all performs well, looks clean, and gets the job done.

If you're just starting out, I hope this gives you a realistic idea of what works without breaking the bank. And if you're upgrading, maybe some of these tools will help take your setup to the next level.

Got questions? Want to see how it all looks on video? Let me know in the comments — I might do a full desk/setup tour soon on YouTube!

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