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
I adore the Steam Deck, and the dock I use to give it a comfy seat is under $30 for Black Friday
By Phil Hayton published
Black Friday The Baseus 6-in-1 is a Steam Deck dock with a unique adjustable cradle, and it's now under $30 thanks to Black Friday.
If younger me could see how much this 4K 144Hz gaming TV is this Black Friday, they'd tell me I'm full of it
By Phil Hayton published
The 55-inch Hisense U7N has hit an all record low price with just a day to go until Black Friday officially begins.
I've been testing this Game Boy micro-inspired handheld throughout Black Friday, and it's a steal for under $45
By Phil Hayton published
A pocket sized portable with PS1 capabilities
Sorry Lego, but Mega Bloks has won me over with this Xbox 360 Black Friday deal
By Phil Hayton last updated
The MEGA Xbox 360 collectors building set has a massive 65% off for Black Friday, and it's a must have for any fans of Microsoft's iconic console.
The Lenovo Legion Go just keeps getting cheaper, and Black Friday is changing my opinion on the handheld
By Phil Hayton published
Black Friday just helped the Lenovo Legion Go reach a new record low price, and the 8.8-inch handheld now costs less than the Asus ROG Ally.
If I were you, I'd grab this Atari 400 mini and force the kids to play crusty old games over Thanksgiving
By Phil Hayton published
The Atari 400 Mini just dropped to a new record low for Black Friday, meaning you could grab one for less in time for Thanksgiving.
I'd recommend the Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 all day for 1440p gaming, and Black Friday just made it more affordable
By Phil Hayton published
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 is down to a new record low price for Black Friday, and it's perfect for 1440p PC players looking for a visual edge.
Hey Steam Deck early adopters, I found a Black Friday SSD deal specifically for you
By Phil Hayton published
You can now upgrade your Steam Deck with a WD Black SN770M for $89.99 thanks to Black Friday, and it's now the same price as the 500GB version.
Walmart Black Friday deals are finally live - these are the 11 gaming sales I'd grab first
By Phil Hayton published
Black Friday Walmart Black Friday deals are now live, and these 11 discounts are well worth checking out if you're looking for new gaming tech.
Black Friday is trying to get me to buy an LG OLED G4, and it's winning with this deal
By Phil Hayton published
Black Friday The LG OLED G4 has 31% off at Amazon for Black Friday, meaning now is an ideal time to finally pick up the premium 4K 144Hz gaming TV.
White Steam Deck OLED prices going bananas, so I'd try making your own this Black Friday
By Phil Hayton published
If you miss out on a white Steam Deck OLED, or just fancy a handheld DIY project, you'll want to check out this Black Friday replacement shell deal.
I love playing DS games on this handheld, and Black Friday just made it a chunk cheaper
By Phil Hayton published
Black Friday The Anbernic RG Cube is included in Amazon's Black Friday deals, and the handheld is well worth a look if you want to play DS games on a modern device.
The Asus ROG Ally X just got Black Friday'd, and I'd pick it up if you're tormented by handheld battery life
By Phil Hayton published
The Asus ROG Ally X is now $100 cheaper thanks to Black Friday, and it could provide you with the handheld battery boost you've been looking for.
I don't know who needs to hear this, but this huge 4K OLED monitor is worth grabbing for your PS5 instead of a TV this Black Friday
By Phil Hayton published
Black Friday The Philips Evnia 42M2N8900 has dropped to under $700 thanks to Black Friday, and it's a great price for a 42-inch 4K OLED that'll pair perfectly with the PS5.
The monstrous Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro is down to a record low price, and I'd use it as a catch all Black Friday pickup
By Phil Hayton published
Black Friday The Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro has taken a $270 price cut ahead of Black Friday, meaning you can grab the powerful gaming phone for under $1,000.
The PlayStation Portal can finally stream games without a PS5, and I'll take that over a Black Friday discount
By Phil Hayton published
Black Friday The PlayStation Portal can now stream cloud games via PS Plus, and that's a reason to pick one up even without a Black Friday discount.
For under $500, you can forget Black Friday and buy my favorite mini LED TV of the year
By Phil Hayton published
Deals You can now grab a 55-inch Hisense U7N mini LED TV for under $500 thanks to an early Black Friday discount, and it's one of the top 144Hz screens out there.
Modretro Chromatic review: "a remarkable modern Game Boy that'll outlive my original"
By Phil Hayton published
Review The Modretro Chromatic is a beautiful Game Boy Color homage that uses accurate FPGA tech and premium perks to give the classic handheld a 2024 glow up.
Hey handheld kids, I want to talk about the MSI Claw before Black Friday kicks off
By Phil Hayton published
The MSI Claw is sitting at a record low price, but you should weigh up if the handheld is worth its current Black Friday asking price.
The best Steam Deck dock 2024: the handheld docking stations I'd reccomend
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best Steam Deck dock options in 2024, including desktop hubs that'll turn your handheld into a hybrid PC and travel friendly adapters.
Best ultrawide monitor 2024: Big and wide gaming displays
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying guide Here are the best ultrawide monitor options available right now, including speedy gaming screens and OLED panels that will dominate your desk.
The best 4K monitor for gaming 2024: the greatest UHD panels I've tested yet
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying guide I've been testing all the best 4K gaming monitors on the market, finding the biggest and brightest panels for your next setup upgrade.
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.
The best gaming TV 2024: my top high-spec living room screens
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying guide Here are the best TV for gaming options that'll play nice with your console.
Best Xbox Series X hard drive, SSD, and memory card solutions in 2024: all the fastest solutions we've tested
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide We're rounding up the best Xbox Series X hard drives, expansion cards, and portable SSDs so you can get the right storage solution for you.
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