Secretlab Magnus Pro XL
Consistently praised for its premium build and stability, it is the benchmark against which other gaming desks are measured.
Consolidated from 15 cited sources across 12 outlets
Where the cited sources landed, as we read them
- 10 positive sources
- 3 neutral sources
- 2 unconvinced sources
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Pros & cons
- ✓ Premium build quality
- ✓ Exceptional stability
- ✓ Top-tier choice for serious users
- ✓ All-metal frame for durability
- ✓ Modular design with ample storage
- ✗ Higher price
The sources behind this ranking
We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.
10 positive sources
Cuttles Cuttles · reviewer The MAGNUS Pro XL is what you get when a furniture maker best known for chairs decides to build a desk instead: obsessive about sourcing, straightforward about cost, and packed with features that solve problems most people didn't know they had. The magnetic steel work surface actually stands out in the category.Read M
MrHtech MrHtech · 30K subscribers · Dec 2025 This is my ultimate M4 Mac Mini dream desk setup using the Secretlab Magnus Pro XL sit-stand desk in white. From perfect cable management to magnetic accessories, this clean setup completely transformed how I work and create.Watch T
TechRadar Article The Secretlab Magnus Pro XL takes everything that worked with the original model and innovates on it in new and impressive ways. Boasting a new sit-to-stand feature, an increased tabletop size, and even a power delivery column, if money is no object then this is the definitive high-end gaming desk to beat.Read I
IamZak IamZak · 13.4K subscribers · Apr 2026 With a motorized sit-stand system, integrated power column, and industry-leading cable management, the MAGNUS Pro XL is designed for the cleanest desk setup possible.Watch P
PowerUp! - Australia's Best Independent Gaming Site Kizito Katawonga · reviewer If you want a foundation for a truly next-level gaming or productivity setup, the Magnus Pro XL is an investment that pays off every single day.Read A
Altima News Altima News · 1.7K subscribers · Apr 2023 This desk boasts a sleek, minimalist design and is built to withstand years of heavy use. With a large surface area, cable management system, and adjustable height, it's perfect for gamers and professionals alike. Watch our review to see if the Secretlab Magnus Pro XL Metal Desk is the right fit for your setup.Watch C
CrayyTech stephendewey2217 · owner · Dec 2024 I have the Y70 touch infinite and was worried that the pc holder wouldn’t be big enough but am planning on ordering the Magnus Pro XL soon.Watch T
Tagmond Tech Tagmond Tech · 419 subscribers · Apr 2025 That's when I came across the Secret Labs Magnus Pro XL. And this seemed to tick a lot of the boxes. Now, the first thing you'll notice about this desk is it sheer size. It's absolutely massive. my desk base problems well and truly gone. The standard version measures 1500 mm x 700 mm or the XL version, which is what this is, just under 1,800 mm by 800 mm.Watch C
Code Romes NanoNutrino · owner · Oct 2023 This desk is so cool that you'll end up watching videos like this even though you already have this deskWatch L
LarpKing LarpKing · 53 subscribers · Dec 2024 This desk is a game-changer for gamers, streamers, and content creators, and I’m here to show you everything it has to offer right out of the box.Watch
3 neutral sources
I love all of secretlabs products. They are a bit overpriced in all honesty, support is absolute garbage. Best product? Desk and accessories. Worst product, the chairs. I should not be hurting after sitting down in a chair after x amount time, and it's not because of posture, because any other chair does not give me this pain.Read I
IamZak IamZak · 13.4K subscribers · Apr 2026 Is the Secretlab MAGNUS Pro XL really worth the premium price?Watch M
MojoDesk MojoDesk · 726 subscribers · Oct 2022 We also detail the order process, experience with customer service, and a "potential electrical concern" with cable management. Please scroll down for detailed setup pictures.Watch
2 unconvinced sources
My Secretlab MAGNUS Pro XL cancellation experience – extremely frustrating and costlyRead M
MojoDesk MojoDesk · 726 subscribers · May 2023 We also detail the order process, experience with customer service, and a "potential electrical concern" with cable management.Watch
Frequently asked questions
It ranks #1 (S tier) on our consolidated gaming desks board, drawn from 15 cited sources across 12 outlets.
Higher price.
Serious users who want the most stable, best built gaming desk and have the room for it. It is the only S tier product on our Gaming Desks board and reviewers treat it as the benchmark other desks are measured against. Its all-metal frame, modular storage and stability justify the higher cost for a multi-monitor or heavy PC setup. If the XL will not fit, the Secretlab Magnus Pro gives the same build in a smaller footprint. If motorised height adjustment matters more than the premium frame, the Autonomous SmartDesk 5 is the budget pick.
Expect it to outlast the PC you put on it. The all-metal frame is the main reason reviewers praise its durability and stability, and owners of the original Secretlab Magnus, which shares the all-metal construction, report many years of use without failure. The only con the board records is the higher price, with no reports of wear or mechanical faults.
Buy the Secretlab Magnus Pro XL if you have the space and run two or more large monitors. Buy the Secretlab Magnus Pro if you do not, because it is the same all-metal build with a built-in power strip and the only con reviewers record is its smaller footprint. The XL sits in S tier and the Pro in A tier on our board, and the gap is mostly the extra surface.
The XL is the large option on our board, chosen for a generous surface and a modular layout, so a triple monitor setup or a large ultrawide with side monitors is the use it is built for. Measure your monitors before ordering, because two 27 inch panels need roughly 120 cm and three need closer to 170 cm. If you only run a single monitor, the Secretlab Magnus Pro offers the same build without the extra width.
Wipe the surface with a damp cloth and mild soap, then dry it, and avoid solvents or abrasive pads on the finish. Keep the cable tray clear of dust with a dry brush or vacuum nozzle every few months, because a packed tray traps heat from power adapters. Check that the metal frame bolts are tight once a year, which keeps the desk as stable as it was on day one.
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