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
Lenovo makes its new Legion Go family official, and I'm fixated on the handheld maker's $499.99 "Steam Deck"
By Phil Hayton published
Three new Lenovo Legion Go handhelds are inbound, including SteamOS model and a new OLED version armed with a Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU.
RTX 5090 vs RTX 4090: How does Nvidia's next-gen Blackwell GPU compare?
By Phil Hayton published
Here's how the RTX 5090 compares to the RTX 4090, including a side by side comparison of prices, graphics card specs, and Nvidia GPU features.
Where to buy RTX 5090: retailers I'd pre-order Nvidia's latest graphics card at first
By Phil Hayton published
Looking to buy the RTX 5090 ASAP? Here are the retailers I'd shop at for Nvidia's next-gen Blackwell graphics card.
A new Alienware Aurora 2025 model is coming, but I'm more interested in its Area 51 sibling that takes a "DIY approach to desktops"
By Phil Hayton published
CES 2025 Dell just announced new Alienware Aurora 2025 and Area 51 gaming PC builds at CES 2025, and the latter serves as an upgradable high-end rig with standard parts.
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 will officially burst onto the scene for a eye watering $1,999 this January
By Phil Hayton published
CES 2025 Nvidia has officially unveiled its new GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card, and the $2,000 newcomer will be accompanied by a RTX 5070 with RTX 4090 abilities.
I'm hyped for what the new AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme will bring to handhelds, even if it doesn't power the Steam Deck 2
By Phil Hayton published
CES 2025 Three new AMD Ryzen Z2 processors are on the way, and they'll help your handheld gaming PC of the future reach new frame rate heights.
The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT is officially coming Q1 2025 with 16GB VRAM, but the first RDNA 4 graphics card isn't an RTX 5090 rival
By Phil Hayton published
CES 2025 The AMD Radeon RX 9070 and 9070 XT are se to be the red team's first RDNA 4 graphics cards, but you'll need to wait a bit longer for official specs and pricing.
I spent the PlayStation 30th anniversary using a mini PS1 that nobody liked, but modding has turned it into something special
By Phil Hayton published
Deals The PlayStation Classic isn't the PS1 mini many players originally hoped for, but thanks to modding, it's now one of the best ways to play retro Sony outings.
I can't lie - my Christmas plans include using this 480Hz monitor to play Overwatch 2 at ridiculous speeds
By Phil Hayton published
Deals The Sony Inzone M10S pushes the 1440p gaming monitor bar higher with a speedy 480Hz refresh rate and vibrant OLED panel, and it's perfect for Overwatch 2.
Nvidia will apparently release the RTX 5080 in January, before the RTX 5090, and I'm okay with that
By Phil Hayton published
Fresh RTX 5080 rumors suggest the GPU could arrive in January before the RTX 5090, as Nvidia might hold off from releasing its flagship until later.
This handheld is the same size as an NES controller, but I use it to play 30 years worth of retro classics
By Phil Hayton published
The Anbernic RG28XX packs punchy handheld performance for under $60, and it makes for an excellent lightweight retro gaming machine.
Will the next Lenovo Legion Go actually be a Steam Deck? It certainly smells that way to me
By Phil Hayton published
News Lenovo could be working on a Steam Deck handheld, as the company just announced that Valve will feature at its gaming handhelds CES event.
The best PC cases 2025: perfect shells for high-spec rigs
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide We're running you through all the best PC case options available on the market right now, catering to all major form factors and styles.
Best standing desk 2025: Switch from seat to feet
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying guide We're rounding up all the best standing desks that you can buy in 2024, including premium and budget options for working at home and playing PC games.
Best graphics card 2025: the top GPU options I'd recommend for PC gamers
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying guide We're rounding up the best graphics card options available now, including Nvidia, AMD, and Intel GPUs that cater to gaming PC players across the board.
Got a Steam Deck parked under your Christmas tree? I'd grab this dock while you still can
By Phil Hayton published
There's still time to grab a Baseus Steam Deck dock in time for Christmas, and the accessory will help transform Valve's handheld into a hybrid.
The best gaming handheld 2025: my top portable PC and console recommendations
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.
Anbernic RG28XX review: “a tiny budget handheld that fits in my weird tiny jeans pocket”
By Phil Hayton published
Review The Anbernic RG28XX is a delightfully dinky handheld that'll fit in small pockets and happy run a variety of retro consoles, including the PS2 and Dreamcast.
Best Alienware gaming PC 2025: 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.
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.
RTX 5090 will seemingly come armed with 32GB VRAM, and I'd be surprised if 8K gaming isn't a thing this generation
By Phil Hayton published
New leaks via Zotac suggest the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 will pack 32GB GDDR7 VRAM, which could mean it'll pull off proper 8K gaming performance.
RTX 5060 specs have finally leaked, and the budget PC player in me is disappointed
By Phil Hayton published
Nvidia still seems to think 8GB VRAM is enough.
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 4010 is a budget GPU that can run Crysis at 80fps without compromise, but it technically doesn't exist
By Phil Hayton published
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 4010 is seemingly a thing, and while it's anything but official, it's a 50W graphics card that can hit over 60fps in plenty of PC games.
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