IShowSpeed’s Gaming Setup (2026): The “Chaos” Build Specs

For a creator like IShowSpeed, who combines competitive gaming with high-energy entertainment, the CPU is the most critical component. The **i9-14900K** is the engine room of his professional streaming setup.

With **24 cores (8 Performance + 16 Efficiency)**, it’s built to chew through heavy workloads. The Performance cores handle the game itself—pushing frame rates to the max—while the Efficiency cores handle background tasks like OBS streaming, Discord, and donation alerts. Also, Speed uses this **”K” variant** (which includes integrated graphics) rather than the “KF”. While he relies on his RTX 4090 for gaming, having the onboard Intel graphics provides a safety net for troubleshooting if his GPU ever fails mid-stream.

The 4090 is simply a super fast GPU. At the time, it would have been the most powerful piece. But now you can pick up a newer 5090 GPU. That being said, he did have an upgraded GPU for his van setup. For a streamer who plays at high refresh rates, the 4090 still ensures his game looks buttery smooth even when thousands of people are watching.

The ROG Strix White OC Edition is a specific variant that boosts clock speeds even higher than the standard model and features a massive “vapor chamber” heatsink to prevent thermal throttling during marathon sessions. It is big, loud, and expensive, but for a creator who needs zero lag, it is the industry standard.

The Lian Li O11 Vision Compact is the chassis IShowSpeed uses to show off his components. It is widely regarded as one of the best “aesthetic” cases because it removes the metal support pillar at the front-left corner, offering a completely unobstructed view of the interior.

It allows his RGB fans to be visible from every angle, giving that futuristic “glow” you see in the background of his face cam. He is showed with both the black and the white case in different streams. The black model had his name and logo sketched into the glass and was custom made.

Speed’s build takes advantage of the dual-chamber design, which hides the power supply and mess of cables in the back, leaving only the clean RGB components visible through the glass. Uniquely, this “Compact” version supports modern “Back-Connect” motherboards (where cable ports are on the back), allowing for a build that looks almost wireless.

If you look at his actual setup, you can clearly see the lightning bolt logo and some custom styling. He has the official DC “The Flash” edition chair. This model we’ve chosen is similar.

Most streamers choose this chair because of the “cold-cure foam” which is dense enough to hold its shape during 12-hour streams without sagging. While Speed uses the leatherette version for the glossy look, this SoftWeave model is generally considered better for long sessions because the fabric breathes, preventing you from getting sweaty.

Speed uses a monitor like the HP OMEN 27q because it hits the “Goldilocks” zone for streaming and gaming. At 27 inches and 1440p, the pixel density is high enough to make games look crisp without being as demanding as 4K, allowing his RTX 4090 to easily max out the 165Hz refresh rate. As we mentioned above, his model is actually running a 1440p setup at 240Hz, so slightly better Hz from the one we’re mentioning here. The OMEN 27qs would be the one to get if you want the same model.

But the 27q spec it still great for streamers and it’s more affordable, plus it covers 95% of the DCI-P3 color gamut. Which means the colors he sees on screen (and what the audience sees captured) are vibrant and accurate, ensuring his high-energy stream looks as good as it feels to play.

This is arguably the most recognizable piece of gear in Speed’s setup. While he often breaks equipment during his streams, the HyperX Cloud II remains his go-to because it is built like a tank. He used to use budget Nubwo headsets, but I think because of how often he needed a replacement he needed a more durable option in the HyperX Cloud.

The wireless version is critical for his content. Unlike “sitting” streamers, Speed is constantly moving—doing backflips, barking at the camera, or running away from fireworks. The 2.4GHz connection provides a lag-free signal up to 20 meters, allowing him to leave his desk without losing audio. It uses the same 53mm drivers as the wired version, delivering the punchy, bass-heavy sound he prefers for immersive horror games.

This is the microphone responsible for capturing IShowSpeed’s most viral moments. Unlike the Shure SM7B which requires a lot of gain, the LEWITT LCT 240 Pro is a condenser mic, meaning it is highly sensitive and captures every detail of his voice.

For a streamer like Speed, its key feature is the 142 dB Max SPL (Sound Pressure Level). Essentially, it’s built to record loud instruments like drums, which means it can technically handle his screaming fits better than most cheap microphones. Having said that, because it’s a condenser, it also picks up the sound of him jumping around the room, adding to the chaotic “live” feeling of his broadcasts.

This device is the secret behind a top-tier livestream. The Stream Deck XL puts 32 programmable LCD buttons at Speed’s fingertips, effectively replacing the need for a production crew.

For IShowSpeed, this device allows him to instantly switch camera angles, trigger sound effects, start replays, or raid other streamers with a single press, keeping the broadcast seamless. It’s about comedic timing. When he instantly cuts to a close-up camera, plays a specific sound effect, or transitions to a “Please Stand By” screen during a rage moment, he is physically hitting a button on this deck. The XL version is crucial because standard 15-key decks run out of space quickly when you have as many memes and scene transitions as he does.