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
Where to buy the Nintendo Alarmo
By Phil Hayton published
Deals Here's where to buy the Nintendo Sound Clock Alarmo, including My Nintendo Store pricing, availability, and when it will hit other retailers.
Psst, I've got a 1.5TB microSD deal for Steam Deck players who slept on Prime Day
By Phil Hayton published
Deals Prime Day might be over, but you can currently expand your Steam Deck storage with 40% off a 1.5TB Sandisk Ultra microSD card at Amazon.
Prime Day tablet deals 2024: What to expect next year
By Phil Hayton last updated
Amazon Prime Day That's a wrap on Amazon Prime Day tablet deals for 2024, but we now have a solid idea of what to expect from next year's subscriber sale and future events.
One of my favorite 4K gaming monitors has joined the Prime Day party, and it's wearing a glossy panel
By Phil Hayton published
Deals You can currently grab 43% off the Gorilla Glass Dough Spectrum one thanks to a record low Prime Day gaming monitor deal.
I'm delighted to see the LG OLED C4 get proper Prime Day treatment with up to 45% off
By Phil Hayton published
Deals The LG OLED C4 just dropped to a new record low at Amazon, with Big Deal Days knocking the 48-inch gaming TV under $1,000.
Someone needs to talk me out of buying this thumb-sized Game Boy
By Phil Hayton published
Deals Prime Day has knocked 25% off one of the smallest Game Boy handhelds around, and it's far too amusing to not pick up for just over $20.
The Asus ROG Ally X just dropped to a new record low price, but there's a big catch
By Phil Hayton published
Deals You can now grab $100 off the Asus ROG Ally X thanks to its first ever discount, but you'll have to pay for a Best Buy Plus membership to access the handheld offer.
I'm building a retro gaming cave this Prime Day, here's what's in my cart
By Phil Hayton published
Deals To celebrate Prime Day, I've searched through Amazon's Big Deal Days event for everything you need to complete a retro gaming room.
Prime Day just made me love my favorite 1440p OLED monitor even more
By Phil Hayton published
Deals You can now grab the new Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 for under $650 thanks to Prime Day, and the Big Deal Days monitor discount is a new record low.
My favorite Steam Deck charger dock has been Prime Day'd, and it's a must have for handheld fans
By Phil Hayton published
Deals The Acefast GaN PD65W fast charger hub has 30% thanks to Prime Day, and it's a must own for Steam Deck and handheld fans alike.
Here are five Steam Deck accessories I'd prioritize this Prime Day
By Phil Hayton published
Deals Amazon's Big Deal Days event has slashed a bunch of Steam Deck accessories, and these are the add-ons I'd pick up during Prime Day 2.
Newegg is challenging Prime Day with an Asus ROG Ally deal, but I wouldn't recommend it to everyone
By Phil Hayton published
Deals The Asus ROG Ally Z1 just dropped to its lowest price ahead of Prime Day, and the lower-spec model could be worth grabbing for under $400.
The LG OLED TV I think about buying daily is back down to its lowest price
By Phil Hayton published
Deals The LG OLED B4 is down to its lowest price just in time for Prime Day 2, and it might be worth grabbing ahead of Amazon's Big Deal Days event.
I'm still disappointed by graphics card prices ahead of Prime Day, but here's how I'd search for deals
By Phil Hayton published
Feature Graphics card deals are coming, and there are ways you can try and avoid inflated prices and grab proper GPU discounts during Amazon's second Prime Day sale.
I'm a Sega Genesis nerd, but I use this wireless controller more than my original gamepad
By Phil Hayton published
Feature The Retro-bit 8-Button Genesis Arcade Pad has been around for a while, but it's still a solid retro controller for the original Sega Genesis and PC.
Best TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X 2024
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 handheld 2024
By Phil Hayton last updated
Hardware Here are the best gaming handheld options in 2024, including the Nintendo Switch, portable gaming PCs like the Steam Deck, and other systems we've put to the test.
Best monitor for Xbox Series X 2024
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.
I haven't look back since buying a dedicated gaming desk, and this Best Buy flash sale can get you there for much less
By Phil Hayton published
deals You can currently grab up to $170 off an Arozzi gaming desk thanks to Best Buy's flash sale, but you've got less than 24 hours to do so.
The best gaming monitor 2024: the displays I'd recommend for excellent visuals
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.
Lenovo is apparently making two new Legion Go handhelds, but I'm not excited yet
By Phil Hayton published
News Lenovo just accidentally revealed it's cooking up two new Legion Go gaming handhelds, backing up previous Lite shell leaks.
Everything we know about the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090
By Phil Hayton last updated
News We're rounding up everything we know about the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090, including rumors surrounding the next gen graphics card's release date and specs.
Leaks suggest the RTX 5090 will pack 32GB VRAM, but it’s the RTX 5080 I’m worried about
By Phil Hayton published
News New RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 leaks are in, but while the flagship is set to rock 32GB VRAM, its more affordable sibling allegedly only comes with 16GB.
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