Surge protectors aren’t sexy purchases; like replacing a stove, buying one doesn’t seem like you’re getting much for your money—there are so many cooler things to invest in. But a surge protector prevents electrical surges (hence, the name) from damaging your gaming PC, gaming console, 4K TV, and myriad other sensitive electronics in your home. As such, it’s money well spent, since a surge protector can keep everything from ordinary line surges to lightning storms from blowing out your PC’s power supply or frying your laptop’s motherboard.
Source: IGN.com Keep Your Electronics Safe from Power Spikes with the Best Surge Protector