Aleksha McLoughlin
Aleksha McLoughlin served as the Hardware Editor for GamesRadar from June 2021 until August 2022. Her main area of expertise was the PC gaming platform, which comprised buying guides, features, reviews, and news coverage on components and prebuilt machines. She was also responsible for gaming chairs and storage. She now works on a freelance basis while studying to become a university lecturer specializing in English for foreign territories. Prior to joining GamesRadar, she wrote for the likes of Expert Reviews, The Rory Peck Trust, No Clean Singing, Vinyl Chapters, and Tech Spark while also working with the BBC.
Latest articles by Aleksha McLoughlin
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 cheap Nintendo Switch deals in Australia - all the latest sales in November 2024
By GamesRadar+ Australia, Tabitha Baker, Aleksha McLoughlin, Brendan Griffiths last updated
Deals We're rounding up all the best Nintendo Switch deals available right now, with all the latest sales in one place.
The best cheap gaming keyboard deals in November 2024
By Tabitha Baker last updated
Buying Guide Hunting for cheap gaming keyboard deals can be difficult considering the bloat of budget hardware available, but we're rounding up our top picks right here.
Best gear for streaming 2024: The best setups for beginners and pros
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Buying Guide Finding the best gear for streaming games in 2024 is no easy task. There are many moving parts and many products to choose from. Here are our recommendations.
Best pink gaming chairs 2024: Add some personality to your setup
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Buying guide Need a pop of color? We're rounding up all the best pink gaming chairs on the shelves right now.
Best PS5 heatsink 2024: keep your internal storage cool
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Buying Guide If you're upgrading your PS5 with a new SSD, you'll need one of the best PS5 heatsinks, and we've pulled together a list of the best ones.
The best CPU for gaming 2024: Processing power unleashed
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best CPUs for gaming we can recommend - you'll be glad to know they're more affordable than you'd think.
How to buy a graphics card on Black Friday
By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated
Black Friday We're showing you all the best ways of how to buy a graphics card on Black Friday
Which gaming PC should you buy on Black Friday?
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Black Friday Everything you need to know about buying a gaming PC this Black Friday
The best PC cases 2024: 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 RTX 3080 PC deals October 2024
By Jasmine Mannan last updated
Deals We're rounding up the best RTX 3080 PC deals in October 2024
Buying a laptop on Prime Day? Check out these 3 essential tips first
By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated
Prime Day Know what to look for, and what to avoid, in this year's Prime Day laptop deals.
Should you buy a gaming PC on Prime Day?
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Prime Day We're informing you with everything you need to know about buying a gaming PC on Prime Day with considerations made to budget, mid-range, and high-end models.
Buying a TV on Prime Day? Check out these 6 essential tips before you buy
By Phil Hayton last updated
Prime Day With Prime Day coming sooner rather than later, here's everything you need to know when buying a new TV.
In defense of Adam Jensen, Deus Ex Human Revolution's misunderstood champion
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Feature Opinion | Not only was Deus Ex's augmented hero misunderstood, he's been forever misremembered
Best cheap graphics card deals in July 2023: affordable GPUs for today's top games
By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated
Graphics cards We're bringing you the best cheap graphics card deals in July as well as our roundup of affordable GPUs in 2023
Acer Predator Orion 7000 review: "Nothing short of exceptional"
By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated
Review The Acer Predator Orion 7000 packs in high-end hardware into a stylish prebuilt package, but how does it fare when pushed to its limits?
Nvidia GeForce RTX 40 series - everything we know
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Hardware The RTX 4090, 4080, and 4070 Ti are here. What's next? and what do you need to know?
Best gaming routers 2023: top options for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Buying guide Here are the best gaming routers that are available in 2023, with considerations made for all budgets and platforms
Crucial P3 Plus 4TB review: "Excellent value for money, though unexciting"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Crucial P3 Plus 4TB is a decent performing Gen 4.0 NVMe SSD which holds its own where it matters most, even if it doesn't exactly set the world on fire in the process
UFC 279 PPV live stream: how to watch Chimaev vs. Diaz online
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
How to watch We're showing you how to watch tonight's UFC 279 PPV live stream where you are in the world
Hori Fighting Stick Alpha review: "Ready for the next round of competitive play"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Hori Fighting Stick Alpha succeeds in being a fully featured fight stick for the PS5 and PC with responsive buttons, a stellar stick, and a customizable nature befitting the investment price.
Rode Procaster review: "Premium broadcast quality sound and construction"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Rode Procaster is a powerful microphone aimed at broadcast professionals at a competitive price point.
Sign up to the GamesRadar+ Newsletter
Weekly digests, tales from the communities you love, and more