Aleksha McLoughlin
Aleksha McLoughlin served as the Hardware Editor for GamesRadar from June 2021 until August 2022. Her main area of expertise was the PC gaming platform, which comprised buying guides, features, reviews, and news coverage on components and prebuilt machines. She was also responsible for gaming chairs and storage. She now works on a freelance basis while studying to become a university lecturer specializing in English for foreign territories. Prior to joining GamesRadar, she wrote for the likes of Expert Reviews, The Rory Peck Trust, No Clean Singing, Vinyl Chapters, and Tech Spark while also working with the BBC.
Latest articles by Aleksha McLoughlin
![Colorful GTX 1630](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5TvKNUgFXXPicWerLtMVqR-320-80.jpg)
Nvidia launches GTX 1630 - but you probably shouldn't buy it
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Hardware The weakest in the GeForce GTX lineup has arrived
![PS5 SSD deals - Corsair MP600 Pro LPX](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VAggpzSZoxZBUVhXBQFkjd-320-80.jpg)
This PS5 SSD deal sees the Corsair MP600 PRO LPX 2TB at a historic lowest ever price
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Deals Amazon's PS5 SSD deals can currently get you the Corsair MP600 Pro LPX for its historic lowest ever price today.
![UFC 275: Teixeira vs. Prochazka](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7ADmyhtQbKDQqrejJSzLei-320-80.jpg)
UFC 275 PPV live stream: how to watch Teixeira vs. Prochazka online
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
How to watch We're showing you how to watch tonight's UFC 275 PPV live stream anywhere in the world
![Zotac RTX 3090 Ti](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BySHRTjQk9xZbBEPDZRfrU-320-80.jpg)
Zotac GeForce RTX 3090 Ti Amp Extreme Holo review: "Too big, too much, too late"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Zotac GeForce RTX 3090 Ti Amp Extreme Holo is incredibly powerful, but it's a little too late to the party to justify its high asking price
![Alienware Aurora R13 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GVzmYfN2ZSxP9NQPCQqPYG-320-80.jpg)
Alienware Aurora R13 review: "Purpose-built for tomorrow's games"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Alienware Aurora R13 is the latest in the brand's long line of gaming PCs, it also happens to be the best of them, too.
![Apacer Gen 5 NVMe SSD](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4YQhqTb2MS9GxDAgiJL6ZT-320-80.jpg)
Here's what Gen 5 NVMe SSDs mean for PC gaming in 2022
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Hardware Computex 2022 has given our next look at the capabilities of Gen 5.0 NVMe SSDs running on PCIe 5.0 bandwidth, and the results are seriously impressive.
![PNY SSD inside PS5](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3xNkmdHqbQMd5GhYYdzHgB-320-80.jpg)
PNY XLR8 SSD 1TB Gaming Kit review: "one of the best performing drives I've ever used"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The PNY XLR8 SSD 1TB Gaming Kit looks to offer a fast, and relatively fuss-free way to more than double your PS5's storage in 2022.
![Razer BlackWidow V3 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xau4MNPL6gMjy3KzVz2BKQ-320-80.jpg)
Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro review: "Stellar quality and outstanding wireless functionality"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro combines the premium build quality that the brand's decks are known for with the option of going completely wireless, too, with no compromises.
![Cheap gaming PC builds 2022](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/a3KpBWtX5tfB4Dxk4hT8KG-320-80.jpg)
These AMD and Intel gaming PC builds prove you don't need to break the bank this year
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Hardware We're showing you how to build the best AMD and Intel gaming PC machines for around $1,000
![AMD Computex 2022](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6MRzn2sJ6Fdsy6ZSipeEym-320-80.jpg)
Everything we learned at AMD's Computex 2022 keynote
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Hardware AMD's Computex 2022 keynote event gave us a further look at Zen 4 architecture of Ryzen 7000 processors, as well as AM5 motherboards, and the future of gaming laptops.
![UFC Fight Night: Holm vs Vieira](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CQaJc8EvmfHSQWyR4pak6H-320-80.jpg)
How to watch UFC Fight Night: Holm vs Vieira online
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
How to watch We're showing you how to watch UFC Vegas 55 and get the best prices online where you are for the weekly Fight Night events
![Noblechairs Hero - Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim 10th Anniversary Edition](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iw5s8PDSgzwzWRdMTBvSBV-320-80.jpg)
Noblechairs announces Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim 10th anniversary Edition Hero model
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Gaming chairs Noblechairs has announced an Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Edition of its Hero gaming chair for the game's 10 year anniversary
![SK hynix Platinum P41 SSD](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jYzx8tyK4UBRRpaMKTBAc3-320-80.jpg)
SK hynix announces Platinum P41 Gen 4.0 NVMe SSD
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Hardware SK hynix has announced its latest Platinum P41 Gen 4.0 NVMe SSD featuring some seriously impressive sequential performance
![Logitech Litra Glow review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3BpHjMRQvoi82Se2mnRra5-320-80.jpg)
Logitech Litra Glow review: "Simple, affordable, and punchy"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review Logitech's Litra Glow mini key light is powerful enough to keep you well lit without breaking the bank
![Gaming PC](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/V2w4WzS4behPgYbsvrfdmY-320-80.jpg)
How much gaming PC storage do I really need in 2022?
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Hardware We've rounded up some ideal budget storage options for your next gaming PC that won't break the bank
![WD Black SN850X and P40 Game Drive](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QW48vBjkT9g2oTRJTS7fhj-320-80.jpg)
Western Digital announces WD Black SN850X NVMe SSD and more gamer-centric storage devices
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Hardware Western Digital held its What's Next event where several new storage drives were announced, including the SN850X NVMe SSD and more
![Intel Core 12th gen HX-series](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/skjbSp2b8eTR76CjLxbJbA-320-80.jpg)
Intel Core 12th gen HX-series rumored to launch at tomorrow's Vision event
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Hardware According to credible sources, Intel could launch its 12th gen HX-series processors for workstations and gaming laptops tomorrow
![UFC 274](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ViXMCaS7Lb4DSzrmzpz3SP-320-80.jpg)
UFC 274 PPV live stream: how to watch Oliveira vs Gaethje online
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
How to watch We're showing you how to watch tonight's UFC 274 PPV live stream anywhere in the world
![Blue Snowball review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kMvCWwuG3e7mbSrUumv6wH-320-80.jpg)
Blue Snowball review: "A classic for a reason"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review Perhaps one of the most well known USB-powered microphones to this day, the Blue Snowball is one of the best options on the market
![OBSBOT 4K Tiny review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QjEX9CNoWWY2G3jXppTwQo-320-80.jpg)
OBSBOT Tiny 4K review: "Revolutionary A.I. tracking"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The OBSBOT Tiny 4K is the company's second attempt at a miniature PTZ webcam. This new model, boasting improved A.I. functionality and a 2160p output looks to challenge the best webcams around
![UFC 273](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eNrbgY7SGEixCodPTGsnMJ-320-80.jpg)
UFC 273 PPV live stream: how to watch Volkanovski vs. The Korean Zombie online
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
How to watch We're showing you how to watch tonight's UFC 273 PPV live stream anywhere in the world
![Path tracing in Shadertoy](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/myTCuQGbPgrXjVhygssKGm-320-80.jpg)
What is path tracing? And how does it compare to ray tracing?
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
GPUs Nvidia gave a recent GTC keynote about the advancements in real-time rendering techniques - here's what to expect from path tracing.