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
Cyber Monday gaming PC deals 2024: What to expect for this year's sales
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Cyber Monday With Cyber Monday gaming PC deals approaching the horizon, we're running you through everything you need to know about one of the biggest sales of the year.
I can easily recommend grabbing a Razer Edge at under $180, especially for emulation
By Phil Hayton published
You can now grab a refurbished Razer Edge for under $180 at Amazon, and its new price makes it a worthwhile emulation station and makeshift PS Portal.
Nvidia vs AMD graphics cards: which should you buy?
By Phil Hayton last updated
Card tricks Here's a breakdown of the differences between Nvidia and AMD graphics cards that should help you when browsing deals this Black Friday.
Will there be graphics card deals on Black Friday?
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday The stock shortage is over - but what does that mean for Black Friday GPU deals?
Should you buy a graphics card before Black Friday?
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday We're on hand to help answer whether you should you buy a graphics card before Black Friday, and we've got a few tips when it comes to GPU deals too.
I just found the cheapest OLED TV ahead of Black Friday, and it's actually perfect for PS5 Pro
By Phil Hayton published
Deals The 48-inch LG OLED B4 just dropped under $700 for the first time, making it one of the cheapest OLED displays ahead of the PS5 Pro lunch and Black Friday.
Should you buy a TV before Black Friday?
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday Early deals can make knowing whether you should buy a TV before Black Friday an interesting conundrum - we're showing you when to wait and when to take the leap.
I take my Steam Deck everywhere - here's what I keep in my backpack
By Phil Hayton last updated
Deal Here's a bunch of Steam Deck accessories you should keep in your backpack, including docks, power banks, and more you should watch out for on Black Friday.
Yes, I'm actually recommending the Lenovo Legion Go thanks to this price cut
By Phil Hayton published
Deals The Lenovo Legion Go just popped for under $500 at Amazon, and the new record low discount means I can now recommend it alongside other gaming handhelds.
How to buy an OLED TV on Black Friday - specs and price point to consider
By Phil Hayton last updated
Black Friday We're giving you some advice on how to buy an OLED TV on Black Friday
Best Buy just slashed its top gaming handheld prices, but I'd urge you not to pick the highest spec option
By Phil Hayton published
Deals Both the Asus ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go are included in Best Buy's three day flash sale, but the latter handheld's price isn't quite low enough yet.
If I were you, I'd grab this Alienware rig for a record low price and turn it into an RTX 5070 PC next year
By Phil Hayton published
The Alienware Aurora R16 just showed up with a new record low price at Dell, and the RTX 4070 Super version is primed for a next-gen RTX 50-series GPU upgrade.
Best Alienware gaming PC 2024: 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.
Alienware Aurora R16 review: “I’m on board with this down-to-earth powerhouse”
By Phil Hayton published
The Alienware Aurora R16 is surprisingly down-to-earth for a Dell gaming PC, but what it lacks in pizazz it makes up for with performance.
The official Asus ROG Ally charger dock is down to a price I'd happily pay
By Phil Hayton published
The AMD chip that could power next gen handhelds just leaked, but rumored specs keep shifting
By Phil Hayton published
Rumors of a new Ryzen Z2 Extreme handheld chip are making the rounds, but AMD can't seem to make up its mind when it comes to specs.
I use this Steam Deck dock daily, and it's now cheaper than ever
By Phil Hayton published
You can now grab 33% off the Baseus 6-in-1 Steam Deck dock at Amazon thanks to a limited time deal, and the offer brings it to a new record low price.
Best gaming desk 2024: tried and tested surfaces worth investing in
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying guide Here's a rundown of the best gaming desks on the market right now, including premium and and budget-friendly options for work and play.
I'm seriously trying to stop myself grabbing the LG OLED C3 at its lowest ever price
By Phil Hayton published
A record-low 120Hz 4K TV deal that's giving Black Friday vibes.
One of my top OLED monitors just reached a record low price, but there's a cheaper alternative I'd recommend
By Phil Hayton published
Kudos to Corsair, but KTC's OLED deal is outstanding.
Retro or not, I need this nostalgic discounted Mega Bloks Xbox 360 in my life
By Phil Hayton published
It's basically a Lego 360 console.
Forget the Nintendo Alarmo, my bedside clock is an adorable Zelda handheld that's half the price
By Phil Hayton published
Awaken to Link's Awakening
Prime Day PS5 deals 2024: Some of the best offers are still live
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Prime Day Prime Day PS5 deals could be your best bet for grabbing accessories and games before PS5 Pro launches. We've hunted down the best offers for you.
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