At 63” x 31.5”, I have a pretty large desk, so I never thought I would need more space. It has plenty of room for my PC, keyboard, and monitor. But that’s not all I have Living In My GameSpace. Add in a work laptop, desktop speakers, headphones, multiple mice, controllers, and who knows what else, and things can get pretty cluttered. In comes Nanoleaf to the rescue. They sent over the Nanoleaf Smart LED Monitor Stand to help me tidy up. Turns out it solved a few issues I hadn’t even considered.
What Is It?
The Nanoleaf x FANTAQI Smart LED Monitor Stand is a desk riser that attempts to pull double, triple, and possibly overtime duty. At its core, it is a wood-finished monitor stand designed to raise a display by 4.7 inches, but Nanoleaf builds in both a forward-facing task light and rear-facing RGB ambient lighting. The end result is meant to replace the usual collection of desk accessories: a monitor riser, a small desk lamp, and some flavor of RGB bias lighting.
It uses a natural walnut veneer over a multi-layer solid-wood base, with a hand-sanded finish that gives it a more furniture-like look than the plastic-and-aluminum risers that tend to dominate gaming desks. The platform itself is large enough to look good with any size monitor, and depending on your monitor’s size, it may be able to hold your favorite figurine or small speakers. The space underneath the platform serves as a second storage layer for a keyboard, controller, handheld, or whatever other desk clutter needs a proper parking spot.
The lighting is where the stand becomes distinctly Nanoleaf. Its front task light uses high-color-accuracy CRI 97 white LEDs and supports adjustable white temperatures from 1700K to 6500K. Behind the monitor, 102 individually addressable LEDs provide multicolor effects, Scenes, music synchronization, and PC screen mirroring through the Nanoleaf Desktop App. It also supports Matter over Wi-Fi and can connect with Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, Razer Chroma, Corsair iCUE, Overwolf, and Nanoleaf’s own apps.
There is also more going on here than a place to rest a monitor. Nanoleaf includes 23 M5 threaded mounting points along the base for a standard 1/4-inch mount for compatible accessories such as a webcam, camera, small light, or microphone. For gamers and streamers trying to reclaim some desk real estate, that modularity could prove more useful than the RGB light show.
Specifications
- Price: $169.99 (Nanoleaf)
- Construction: Multi-layer solid wood base with natural walnut veneer
- Monitor elevation: 4.7 inches / 12 cm
- Maximum load capacity: 61.7 pounds / 28 kg without center support column; 154.3 pounds / 70 kg with center support column installed
- Task lighting: Forward-facing anti-glare light
- Task-light color temperature: 1700K to 6500K
- Ambient lighting: 102 individually addressable RGB LEDs
- Lighting features: Custom Scenes, AI Magic Scenes, music sync, Screen Mirror, Sync+, and 4D Scenes support
- Controls: On-device touch controls, Nanoleaf Mobile App, Nanoleaf Desktop App, and supported smart-home platforms
- Wireless: 2.4GHz Wi-Fi; Matter over Wi-Fi
- Smart-home support: Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, and other Matter-compatible platforms
- Gaming and desktop integrations: Razer Chroma, Corsair iCUE, Overwolf, Engine DJ, and Homey
- Accessory mounting: 23 M5 threaded mounting holes and a standard 1/4-inch UNC mounting point
- Power requirement: USB-C PD or Quick Charge power adapter rated for at least 15W, not included
- Included in the box: Wood panel, support legs, center support column, USB charging cable, screwdriver, and quick-start guide
- Warranty: Two years
Performance
Nanoleaf’s Smart LED Monitor Stand is a substantial piece of desk furniture, and that is a compliment. Its legs sit roughly 30 inches apart, so it should fit comfortably on all but the smallest desks. With my 34-inch ultrawide monitor, the stand extended a couple of inches beyond either side of the display, giving the whole setup a balanced, well-proportioned look instead of making the monitor feel like it was parked on an oversized shelf.
It should work just as well with a smaller display, where the extra surface area can make room for desktop speakers, a controller dock, or a favorite collectible. The oak finish has a clean, more refined look than the typical black plastic monitor riser, though I would still like to see Nanoleaf offer black and white options for gamers who want it to blend into a more gamer-style setup. Its depth accommodated my monitor stand without a problem, but buyers with extra-wide V-shaped monitor bases should measure before committing.
The platform felt sturdy with my ultrawide monitor, and Nanoleaf’s optional center support foot adds further reassurance for heavier displays. The height worked well for my setup, but it is another dimension worth considering before purchase, especially if your monitor stand already places the panel high above the desk. This is not a one-size-fits-all ergonomic cure, but it gives most displays a useful lift while providing a stable foundation.
The open space underneath the stand is where its basic monitor-riser design earns its keep. It is a natural storage spot for headphones, extra mice, controllers, USB dongles, or a keyboard when it is not in use. Content creators can also stash a Stream Deck there while keeping it close enough to grab when needed. It is a simple feature, but clearing that clutter off the desk makes a gaming space feel far less chaotic.
The lighting is the feature that separates this from a standard wooden riser, and the front strip is easily my favorite part of the design. The front and rear strips can be controlled separately, letting the front function as task lighting while the rear handles the ambient color behind the monitor. That makes the stand more versatile than a basic RGB accessory because it can light the workspace without sacrificing the mood of a darker game room.
The front light produces enough illumination to replace a dedicated desk lamp for everyday desk use. I could see everything on the desk without needing the room’s main lights, which is perfect for a late-night gaming sessions or watching movies. It offers enough light to keep the space usable without creating unwanted glare on the display.
Nanoleaf’s app also makes lighting control straightforward. You can set a static white or color, build a custom lighting scene with your favorite colors and effects (I prefer my Seahawks blue and green), or pull from the large library of community-created lighting Scenes. There are enough options here for people who want their lighting to react, shift, pulse, or simply stay out of the way. Those who would rather keep things simple can make the stand a warm-white desk light and be done with it.
The wider ecosystem support gives the stand some extra value for an established smart-home or RGB-heavy gaming setup. It is compatible with most major smart-home lighting platforms, while Razer Synapse and Corsair iCUE integration allows gamers already using those ecosystems to include the monitor stand in their broader lighting profile. It will not make anybody play better, unfortunately, but matching a desk’s colors to the rest of the setup is still a nice quality-of-life feature.
Final Thoughts
The Nanoleaf Smart LED Monitor Stand does far more than elevate a display. Its real value is in how it consolidates the small things that tend to pile up around a gaming desk: a desk lamp, RGB accent lighting, a monitor riser, and a convenient home for the peripherals that would otherwise be scattered across the surface. The storage space underneath is genuinely useful, whether it is holding a keyboard between sessions, hiding USB dongles and spare mice, or keeping controllers and headphones from taking over the desk.
The lighting is equally flexible. The front task light is bright enough to replace a dedicated lamp for most desk use, while the rear RGB strip maintains the ambient glow gamers expect from Nanoleaf. Being able to control those zones separately is the key. You can keep the front practical and the back colorful, rather than choosing between working in the dark or bathing the entire room in RGB. And just in case you want to bathe your game space in RGB, both strips can be included in your scene for that extra umph of color.
At $169.99, this is undoubtedly more expensive than a basic monitor stand, and that price will be enough to make plenty of buyers pause. Still, it far outshines the cheap risers that offer little more than a place to set a monitor. The sturdy construction, useful storage, smart-home connectivity, and adaptable lighting make it feel like a more complete desk upgrade, especially for gamers, streamers, and anyone building a cleaner, more functional setup. Nanoleaf’s only major miss is the lack of colorway choices; the walnut finish looks sharp, but black and white options would make it much easier to match with the usual gaming desk aesthetic.
For the right buyer, the Nanoleaf Smart LED Monitor Stand earns its premium. It is best for people who want to reclaim desk space and add practical lighting without filling the room with separate accessories. Nanoleaf has made a monitor stand that looks better and does considerably more than the bargain-bin alternative, which is more impressive than it sounds.
