
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

Qualcomm just revealed its latest Snapdragon chips, and the G3 Gen 3 will power what could be my dream 3DS handheld
By Phil Hayton published
News Qualcomm just annouced three new Snapdragon G-Series SoCs that will power next-gen Android gaming handhelds, including a dual-screen device inspired by the 3DS.

After years of searching for the perfect way to play N64 Zelda ROM hacks using original hardware, I've finally found a flash cart that checks all the boxes
By Phil Hayton published
Features The SummerCart64 is a new Nintendo 64 flash cart that will help you dive into the wonderful world of N64 Zelda ROM hacks.

Best 120Hz 4K TV 2025: screens for new consoles and PC
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best 120Hz 4K TVs going right now to ensure you can pick from the specialist screens to bag the highest refresh rate on a home TV.

Best TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X 2025
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.

Best curved gaming monitor 2025: "get with the curve"
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying guide Here are the best curved gaming monitor options, including high refresh screens and ultrawide displays that'll envelop you with immersive visuals.

The best portable monitors for gaming 2025
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide We're running down the top contenders for best portable monitor across the price and quality spectrums.

I've tested over 20 different docking stations since the Steam Deck landed, but there's one I always go back to
By Phil Hayton published
Deals The Baseus 6-in-1 is still my go-to Steam Deck dock in 2025, and it's worth picking up for its unique adjustable cradle that'll accommodate all handhelds.

Best ultrawide monitor 2025: 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.

Best HDMI cable for PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC in 2025
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide We're rounding up your top options for the very best HDMI cable for PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC you can get.

Calling all retro console nerds - the Atari 7800+ just dropped to a phenomenally low price
By Phil Hayton published
deal The Atari 7800+ just dropped to a new record low price at Woot, and the revamped retro console offers up fantastic physical gaming tricks for under $80.

The best PS4 monitor 2025 - my perfect panels picks for PlayStation 4
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying guide Here are the best PS4 monitor options available in 2025, including affordable 1080p screens and premium models that'll also pair nicely with the PS5.

Lenovo Legion Go S Windows 11 review: “my heart aches for this mixed up handheld”
By Phil Hayton published
Review The Lenovo Legion Go S feels great in the hands, but the $729 gaming handheld falls short due to its mismatched specs and lofty price tag.

The rumored Xbox handheld isn't what you think, and I'm hoping it'll solve my Windows 11 problems
By Phil Hayton published
News Rumors of a Xbox handheld are making the rounds, but project "Keenan" could actually help enhance Windows 11 on portable PCs.

The RX 7800 XT is the only mid-range GPU at a remotely reasonable price right now, and it comes with Monster Hunter Wilds
By Phil Hayton published
Deal The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT is in stock at Amazon for a reasonable price, and the GPU comes with a free copy of Monster Hunter Wilds for good measure.

This adorable mini PC looks like a tiny Mac, and it has completely changed the way I play games in the living room
By Phil Hayton published
News The Ayaneo Mini PC AM01 is a remarkably small Ryzen rig that looks like a classic Macintosh, and it's a must grab for indie gamers.

Alienware's latest gaming monitor packs a 180Hz QHD panel for less than $300
By Phil Hayton published
News Two more 2025 Alienware gaming monitors are now available to buy, and the newcomers include a 27-inch 185Hz IPS display for under $300 and a curved 32-inch model.

Where to buy AMD RX 9070 series graphics cards: Live stock updates and recommended retailers
By Phil Hayton last updated
News Here's where to buy the new RX 9070 series graphics cards when they arrive on March 6, including recommended retailers and helpful buying advice.

RX 9070 stock will hopefully last longer than the RTX 5070, but I am worried about another wipeout
By Phil Hayton published
News RX 9070 stock will hit store shelves at 9am ET today, and I'm hopeful that RNDA 4 graphics card supplies will outlast the RTX 5070.

I just watched the RTX 5070 effectively sell out before it even launched
By Phil Hayton published
News The RTX 5070 solid out instantly at launch today, and it almost feels like Nvidia's graphics card launch has been either delayed or cancelled.

Dell just launched a brand new Alienware QD-OLED monitor, and it boasts the "world's highest pixel density"
By Phil Hayton published
News A new Alienware QD-OLED gaming monitor has arrived, and the AW2725Q offers up the highest pixel density for the panel type yet and 4K 240Hz abilities.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 review: "far from a RTX 4090 rival, but I’d still call it a solid 4K GPU"
By Phil Hayton published
Review The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 is a solid mid-range GPU option for DLSS 4-enhanced 4K gameplay, but it relies heavily on Multi-Frame Generation.

I've been using the RTX 5070 to play a bunch of games early, and it might be the console killing GPU I've been waiting for
By Phil Hayton published
Feature My hands-on impressions with the RTX 5070 suggest the new mid-range GeForce GPU could make for an excellent console alternative under $600.

AMD finally unveils its RX 9070 series graphics cards starting at $549
By Phil Hayton published
News The AMD Radeon RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT will arrive on March 6 starting at $549, and both will take on Nvidia's RTX 4070 series on the mid-range GPU battlefield.
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