From ultra-portable laptops and beefy gaming PCs to the essential accessories that make your daily setup faster and easier, we’re spoiled for choice when it comes to computing today.That’s why Tom’s Guide is officially opening nominations for our Computing & Gaming Awards 2026. This year, we're putting the spotlight on the most innovative devices and technologies on the market — from premium flagships to unmatched value picks. If you think your product has what it takes to outshine the competition, now is the time to submit it to our team for consideration.We’ll be crowning winners across nine distinct categories, ranging from everyday laptops and gaming rigs to mice, displays and peripherals. Winners will be selected based on our extensive testing and hands-on experience. Plus, with multiple award opportunities within each category, there’s more than one chance to win.Read on for a breakdown of each category to learn what our editors are looking for and to find out how to submit your entry.Award categoriesWe’re currently seeking entries across nine major categories including laptops, gaming laptops, gaming PCs, mini PCs, monitors, keyboard, mice, webcams and value picks. We reserve the right to modify these categories based on the submissions — especially if we see a number of similar entries in one category or not enough in another.Laptops