It can be hard to find the perfect gift for someone who's into tech, especially one that's both affordable and great. iPads go for hundreds of dollars, gaming laptops can cost thousands, and gaming PCs can be even more expensive depending on the parts you decide to go with. Thankfully, there are quite a few tech gadgets out there that you can get for no more than $50, and a lot of them are absolute must-haves for nearly every type of person--excellent Bluetooth headphones, video-streaming devices, and even tablets. Whether you're shopping for a birthday, holiday, graduation, or some other occasion, these tech gadgets under $50 all make for a thoughtful gift that won't break the bank.
Read on for the best tech gift ideas under $50 in 2020, from headphones and controllers to tablets and other gadgets actually worth your money. Keep in mind the prices below indicate the regular price and won't reflect any current discounts or fluctuations. And if you're looking for more tech gift ideas outside of the $50 budget, check out our guides to the best gaming headsets, best gaming mice, best gaming keyboards, and the best Xbox One controllers in 2020.