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Other peripherals: Here's where everything else goes.

The best computer speakers under $100- Creative Pebble for $20.

(Or if you prefer, a nice headset or a pair of true wireless earbuds.) Speakers: Again, the speakers in your laptop will remain functional while you work at a desk, but for bigger, bolder sound, get a set of dedicated speakers.

The best wireless keyboard- Logitech K800 Illuminated for $60.

But if you find yours particularly uncomfortable, or if you want to get into the growing mechanical keyboard scene, consider adding on a wired or wireless keyboard. Keyboard: A lot of users just stick with their laptop keyboard while using it at a desk station.

The best productivity mouse- LogitechвЂ™s MX Master 3 for $100.

Get a USB model if you want speed, or Bluetooth if you want a connection that won't take up a USB port. Mouse: Most laptop users are an ace at a trackpad, but even the best of them will agree that a mouse is the way to go.

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A classic no-frills budget monitor- 24-inch, 1080p display by HP for $125.You can use your laptop's screen and an external monitor at the same time, or if your hardware supports it, multiple monitors for a full 'battlestation.'

Monitor: a larger external screen to give your eyes a rest and make movies and games really pop.

(Oh, and you'll also need a desk or a table, and a chair, obviously.) You can use as many or as few of these as you like, but here are the big ones: The big advantage to building this setup is that you get to use your laptop with awesome, easy-to-use desktop components.