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
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.
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 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 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.
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
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.
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 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 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: "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
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
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 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 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: "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 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 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
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.
SecretLab gaming chair deals feature up to $130 off the brand's best models
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Deals SecretLab's gaming char deals offer big savings on some of the brand's best chairs
What is the RTX 3090 Ti's place in the graphics card market?
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Hardware With the RTX 3090 Ti having just been released, we're analyzing its place in the market
Intel launches Arc Alchemist A-series GPUs inside laptops
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Intel Arc Intel has launched the Arc A-series of graphics inside gaming laptops, detailing the prowess of mobile hardware
Intel Core i9-12900KS announced, and it is the "world's fastest desktop processor"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Hardware Intel has announced its new Intel Core i9-12900KS unlocked CPU as the "world's fastest desktop processor"
Sign up to the 12DOVE Newsletter
Weekly digests, tales from the communities you love, and more