
Phil Hayton
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

The Super Pocket retro handheld is cheaper than a Switch 2 game, but you'll want to grab one before that potentially changes
By Phil Hayton published
News The Super Pocket is a a remarkably cheap retro handheld that costs significantly less than a Switch 2 game, but US tariffs could result in it costing more.

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.

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 TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X 2025: 4K panels with a console punch
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.

The best gaming monitor 2025: the most impressive displays I've tested this year
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best gaming monitor models in 2024, including punchy OLED panels, super speedy screens, and brilliant budget options.

I’m hyped for the Switch 2, but I fully believe the Switch Lite has a bright future ahead of it
By Phil Hayton published
Features The Nintendo Switch 2 might boast enhanced specs and a larger screen, but the Switch Lite could still be the right handheld for many players.

Best cheap gaming PC deals May 2025
By Phil Hayton last updated
Deals Here are the best cheap gaming PC deals available right now, including shiny new RTX 4060 builds and reliable RTX 3060 machines that pack a punch.

LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B review: “strikes a slick balance for competitive shooters”
By Phil Hayton published
Review The LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B is a speedy 1440p 480Hz monitor that's great for competitive play and detailed adventures, but its capabilities are slightly niche.

RTX 5070 stock: Nvidia's Founder's Edition GPU is available in the UK
By Tabitha Baker, Phil Hayton last updated
News RTX 5070 stock is slowly returning to store shelves, but Nvidia's graphics card is still sitting well above MSRP with no Founders Edition in sight.

Best retro game consoles 2025: my favorite ways to play classic capers
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best retro game consoles in 2025, including mini plug-and-play systems, emulation devices, and accessories that will upscale your original hardware.

RTX 5080 stock: where to grab Nvidia's Blackwell GPU right now
By Phil Hayton last updated
Here are the latest RTX 5080 stock updates for Nvidia's Blackwell 4K graphics card, including buying advice and recommended retailers.

For the same price as a Switch 2 game, you can now grab my favorite mini console for playing crusty old Atari adventures
By Phil Hayton published
Deal The Atari 400 Mini is now down to the same price as a new Switch 2 game, and it's perfect for retro console collectors and curious newcomers alike.

Best monitor for Xbox Series X 2025
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best monitors for Xbox Series X right that'll pair nicely with Microsoft's console, whether you're on a budget or looking for something premium.

The best 4K monitor for gaming 2025: the greatest UHD panels I've tested yet
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide I've been testing all the best 4K gaming monitors on the market, finding the biggest and brightest panels for your next setup upgrade.

Best graphics card 2025: the top GPU options I'd recommend for PC gamers
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide We're rounding up the best graphics card options available now, including Nvidia, AMD, and Intel GPUs that cater to gaming PC players across the board.

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 2024, including Nvidia RTX-powered rigs and machines armed with cutting edge DDR5 RAM.

I've been testing high refresh rate monitors ahead of Overwatch 2 Season 16, and there's one that'll be sick for Stadium
By Phil Hayton published
News Overwatch 2 Season 16 is upon us, and after testing the 27-inch LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B, I'm itching to play Blizzard's new Stadium mode using the OLED monitor.

One of my favorite retro controllers of all time is now both wireless and will work with the Switch 2
By Phil Hayton published
News The Retro-Bit Sega Saturn Pro is a wireless gamepad that looks like the 90s original, but it fuses retro console vibes with features that benefit the Switch 2.

The Scuf Valor Pro is getting a bunch of new "Creator Design" controller flavors that pay homage to NoisyButters, A-Ali, Scump, and more
By Phil Hayton published
News Scuff has announced a new Valor Pro controller collection that includes unique designs by well known creators like A-Ali, NoisyButters, Scump, and more.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti review: “a decent GPU that has arrived at a bad time”
By Phil Hayton published
Review The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti packs respectable 1440p performance into what should be a GPU for under $450 / £450, but it's at the mercy of custom pricing.

Nvidia just made its RTX 5060 graphics cards starting at $299 official, but I'm pretty nervous about actual pricing
By Phil Hayton published
News Nvidia has officially announced new RTX 5060 GPU starting at $299, and the line up includes 8 and 16GB Ti models that will arrive tomorrow, April 16.

RTX 5090 stock: where to grab the new Nvidia flagship graphics card
By Phil Hayton last updated
Trying to find where to buy the RTX 5090 right now is tricky, but I'm here with stock updates and advice that'll help you grab the Nvidia graphics card.

Jsaux is working on "feature-rich" Switch 2 dock options that include a fan, and hoping they'll boost docked performance
By Phil Hayton published
News A new "feature-rich" Switch 2 dock range is on the way by Jsaux, and the accessory maker has confirmed options with a fan built in will be available.

I'm testing a comically large "portable" monitor that will be perfect for Switch 2
By Phil Hayton published
Deals Uperfect UMax 24 admittedly pushes the definition of a "portable" monitor, but its 1440p 165Hz abilites could pair wonderfully with the Switch 2.

Nintendo quietly clarifies that the Switch 2 GameCube controller will only work with the Online Classics library, potentially dashing my original console plans
By Phil Hayton published
News Small print included in Nintendo's Switch 2 GameCube trailer states that the controller will only work with the Online library and not regular games.
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