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
Black Friday QLED TV deals 2024: early QLED TV discounts available now
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday Here's what to expect from Black Friday QLED TV deals in 2024, including a look at last year's discounts and models that will potentially receive a discount.
Graphics card discounts are a bit pants ahead of Black Friday, but I'd pick up this RX 7900 XT
By Phil Hayton published
Deals True graphics card deals are hard to find ahead of Black Friday, but Newegg has knocked an extra $10 off the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT.
Black Friday 4K monitor deals 2024: early 4K monitor discounts available now
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday Black Friday 4K monitor deals won't return until November this year, but we're here to fill you in on what to expect from the seasonal sale in 2024.
I honestly can't see the LG OLED B4 getting any cheaper than this on Black Friday
By Phil Hayton published
The 48-inch LG OLED B4 just dropped to yet another record low thanks to Best Buy, as the big box retailer has knocked the 4K 120Hz gaming TV under $650.
Black Friday Steam Deck deals 2024: what to expect in 2024
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday You'll need to wait for Black Friday Steam Deck deals to return, but we've whipped up an idea of what handheld deals and accessories to expect in 2024.
Black Friday gaming monitor deals 2024: early display discounts available now
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday Black Friday gaming monitor deals are ready to return, and there are already display discounts to be had head of the big event this month.
Hear me out - I think you should consider a 1080p monitor for your PS5 this Black Friday
By Phil Hayton published
Here's why you should consider a 1080p monitor for your PS5 this Friday, especially if you need something smaller for fps games on Sony's console.
Black Friday OLED TV deals 2024: early display discounts now live
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday Black Friday OLED TV deals are starting to awaken, and there are already excellent early display discounts to be had if you don't feel like waiting.
I love playing retro games on this handheld, and the latest version is even cheaper right now
By Phil Hayton published
The new Anbernic RG CubeXX just got even cheaper thanks to a 17% discount, and it makes for a versatile retro gaming machine with a beautifully square screen.
The best monitor for PS5 2024: high spec screens for the OG and Pro
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best monitors for PS5 in 2024, including 4K UHD displays and OLED panels that will make your favorite PlayStation adventures pop.
I've been testing one of Amazon's cheapest 240Hz monitors, and now it's top of my list for Black Friday
By Phil Hayton published
With Black Friday just around the corner, I take a look at the gaming monitor brand KOORUI and why you can trust the brand during the sale.
4K 120Hz TV Black Friday deals 2024: what to expect during this year's sale
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday Here's what to expect from 4K 120Hz TV Black Friday deals when they roll around again in 2024, including display discounts that may pop up again.
Black Friday QD-OLED deals 2024: what to expect later this year
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday Black Friday QD-OLED deals are done for another year, but you can get an idea of what to expect in terms of TV and monitor offers in 2024.
Black Friday 75-inch TV deals 2024: Prep for big screen discounts later this year
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday Black Friday 75-inch TV deals have entered hibernation, but plenty of big screen savings will return during the big sales event later in 2024.
Black Friday TV deals 2024: everything to expect from this year's event
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday Black Friday TV deals are over for now, but if you're saving your pennies for the 2024 event, we're here to help you get the best deal when the time comes.
Black Friday curved monitor deals 2024: what to expect later this year
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday Black Friday curved monitor deals have entered hibernation, but we're rounding up what display discounts to expect when the sale kicks off later in 2024.
It looks like an Atari 2600, but I'd use it as a sub-$200 indie gaming Steam Machine
By Phil Hayton published
The Atari VCS is now available for half price at Amazon, and for under $200, it'll make for a pretty great way to play indie games.
Black Friday graphics card deals 2024: GPU discounts we expect to see this year
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday Black Friday graphics card deals are done for another year, but we're here to help to decide whether you should wait for the 2024 sale event.
The best gaming PC 2024: Take the pre-built route to greatness
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Buying guide We're rounding up all the best gaming PCs on the market from budget builds to higher-end rigs ready for the next generation of gaming.
Cyber Monday GPU deals 2024: graphics card offers to expect this year
By Phil Hayton last updated
Cyber Monday Cyber Monday GPU deals are on the horizon, and the event should help the latest graphics cards dip below MSRP.
Cyber Monday gaming monitor deals 2024: screen savings to expect this year
By Phil Hayton last updated
Cyber Monday Cyber Monday gaming monitor deals are on the horizon, and we're here to help you pick out the perfect OLED, mini LED, or IPS display for your needs.
Cyber Monday SSD deals 2024: the biggest drive discounts to expect
By Phil Hayton last updated
Cyber Monday Cyber Monday SSD deals will return this November, and we'll already on hand to fill you in on what SSD offers to expect from the big sale.
Cyber Monday external hard drive deals 2024: SSD and storage deals to expect this year
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday 2023 Cyber Monday external hard drive deals will return this November, providing you with a chance to grab great portable storage price cuts.
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