I’ve been messing around with PCs, video game consoles, and tech since before I could speak. Don’t get me wrong, I kickstarted my relationship with technology by jamming a Hot Wheels double-decker bus into my parent’s VCR, but we all have to start somewhere. I even somehow managed to become a walking, talking buyer’s guide at my teenage supermarket job, which helped me accept my career fate. So, rather than try to realise my musician dreams, or see out my University degree, I started running my own retro pop culture site and writing about video games and tech for the likes of TechRadar, The Daily Star, and the BBC before eventually ending up with a job covering graphics card shenanigans at PCGamesN. Now, I’m your friendly neighbourhood Hardware Editor at GamesRadar, and it’s my job to make sure you can kick butt in all your favourite games using the best gaming hardware, whether you’re a sucker for handhelds like the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch or a hardcore gaming PC enthusiast.
Latest articles by Phil Hayton

Best Alienware gaming PC 2025: Out of this world Aurora builds
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying guide Here are the best Alienware gaming PCs available in 2025, including Nvidia RTX-powered rigs and machines armed with cutting-edge DDR5 RAM.

Prime Day monitor deals are still live, so you've still got a chance to grab display discounts
By Phil Hayton last updated
Deals Amazon Prime Day gaming monitor deals are still around, but now that Big Deal Days is over, you'll want to check out any remaining screen savings ASAP.

The 41 best Amazon Prime Day deals for gamers live: final hours for new PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox savings from day two
By Tabitha Baker last updated
Deals Prime Day deals for games are here, and I've got you covered live with all the discounts across PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC worth checking out.

This upscaler is a key part of my retro console setup, and Prime Day just made it more affordable
By Phil Hayton published
Prime Day My go-to retro console upscaler is down in price for Prime Day, and it's a solid option for players looking to play old systems on new TVs while enhancing visuals.

Trust me, this tiny Game Boy Micro retro handheld is the best $40 you'll spend this Prime Day
By Phil Hayton published
Prime Day The Anbernic RG28XX is back under $40 for Prime Day, and the tiny retro handheld makes for a solid emulation-based time capsule.

This portable smart monitor saved me from boredom during a power cut in the Scottish Highlands, but it's also cheaper for Prime Day
By Phil Hayton published
Prime Day The KTC MegPad is a portable monitor that doubles up as a full-blown Android 14 battlestation, and it's down to its lowest price thanks to Prime Day.

Newegg is putting Prime Day GPU deals to shame with this RTX 5070 offer, but I'd stick with Amazon for its AMD rival
By Phil Hayton published
Prime Day Newegg has a Prime Day-busting RTX 5070 deal on offer, but Amazon has slashed the price of the Nvidia GPU's Radeon RX 9070 rival.

Prime Day retro console deals are underwhelming right now, but I'd pick up these three gadgets before they vanish at Amazon
By Phil Hayton published
Prime Day These retro consoles could end up with Prime Day discounts, but since they're already on borrowed time, I'd pick them up ASAP.

LG's dual resolution OLED monitor has changed the way I game, and Prime Day is resolving my only real gripe with the screen
By Phil Hayton published
Prime Day LG's Dual Resolution 4K monitor is down to a record low price thanks to Prime Day, and it'll save you picking between a high refresh rate and UHD resolution.

Modern N64 setup guide: everything you need to get Ninty's retro console singing
By Phil Hayton published
Everything you need to build the perfect modern N64 setup, including HDMI adapters, upscalers, controllers, and replacement accessories.

Sega's Astro City Mini arcade machine is back for Prime Day, and the shoot 'em up fan within me is ecstatic
By Phil Hayton published
Prime Day The Sega Astro City Mini V is in stock at Amazon with $50 off, and it could be your last chance to grab the tiny arcade machine new.

ROG Xbox Ally pre-orders are now live, here's where to buy the new handheld ahead of release
By Phil Hayton last updated
Pre-order Asus ROG Ally pre-orders start now, with the handheld officially hitting the shelves on October 16 for $599.99, but its flagship X sibling is set to come in at just under $1,000.

The Neo Geo Mini is one of my favorite tiny arcade machines, and it's keeping my Friday night fighting game sessions alive
By Phil Hayton published
News The Neo Geo Mini is still available at Amazon, and it just so happens to be one of the best plug-and-play consoles for revisiting SNK fighting games.

Blaze's Evercade EXP-R handheld is back riding solo, but I'm mourning the loss of one specific feature
By Phil Hayton published
News There's a new Evercade EXP-R retro handheld in town, and the NES-inspired "solo" version is still a great option for playing classic capers on the go.

Best TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X 2025: 4K panels for your high spec console
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X options available now, including killer 4K displays and speedy 120Hz high refresh rate screens.

Best ultrawide monitor 2025: Big and wide gaming displays
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying guide Here are the best ultrawide monitor options available right now, including speedy gaming screens and OLED panels that will dominate your desk.

Best 120Hz 4K TV 2025: screens for new consoles and PC
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best 120Hz 4K TVs going right now to ensure you can pick from the specialist screens to bag the highest refresh rate on a home TV.

Best HDMI cable for PS5, Xbox Series X, Switch 2, and PC in 2025
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide We're rounding up your top options for the very best HDMI cable for PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC you can get.

The best gaming sound systems 2025: the top speakers for console and PC
By Phil Hayton last updated
Feature Here are the best gaming sound system options for console and PC, including surround sound speakers and sound bars for your desk and living room.

Best standing desk 2025: Switch from seat to feet
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying guide We're rounding up all the best standing desks that you can buy in 2024, including premium and budget options for working at home and playing PC games.

I don't know about you, but I'd rather grab a whole RTX 5080 Alienware gaming PC for under $2,000 than a single GPU
By Phil Hayton published
Deal Dell has chopped $450 off its Alienware Aurora RTX 5080 build, and it means the whole gaming PC is cheaper than most RTX 5090 GPUs.

My favorite 4K PS5 monitor is getting a QD-OLED sequel, but I'm more curious about the 500Hz version
By Phil Hayton published
News BenQ just announced two new Mobiuz EX gaming monitors that boast QD-OLED screens, including a 4K 240Hz display and a speedy QHD 500Hz panel.

My favorite arcade machine is finally coming back to the US, and this time it's Bubble Bobble flavored
By Phil Hayton published
News The Evercade Alpha is getting a new Taito edition, and pre-orders ahead of a November 12 launch mark the arcade machine's return to Amazon US.
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