Latest articles by Phil Hayton
I wouldn't normally recommend an RTX 4090 PC this close to the RTX 5090 launch, but this Alienware PC deal is tempting
Deals You can currently grab $800 off an RTX 4090 Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC at Dell, and it might end up costing the same as custom RTX 5090 models.
I can’t believe Balenciaga managed to mess up making a Game Boy that runs everyone’s favorite Nokia 3310 game
News Balenciaga has released a limited edition handheld that runs a version of Snake to celebrate Lunar New Year, but it looks far worse than an old Nokia.
Sony Inzone M10S review: "a phenomenally fast 1440p monitor for competitive PC players"
Review The Sony M10S is an excellent QHD gaming monitor option for FPS fans looking for a competitive edge without dialling back to 1080p.
I'm thrilled to see this 32-inch Alienware 4K 240Hz QD-OLED monitor back down to its lowest price, but it's not for everyone
Deals The 32-inch Alienware AW3225QF is back down to its lowest price at Dell, and it offers exceptional 4K 240Hz QD-OLED visuals for high spec PC players.
The First Berserker: Khazan could be the action RPG that gets me hyped for a 3D gaming monitor comeback, and it's thanks to Samsung
News Samsung is teaming up with The First Berserker: Khazan developers Nexon and Neople to tailor the RPG's visuals for Odyssey 3D monitors.
Your RTX 3080 and other older GPUs could get new AI superpowers after RTX 5090 launch, and I'm happy Nvidia is even considering it
News Nvidia might be focused on launching the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080, but it might eventually look into official Frame Generation support for RTX 30-series GPUs.
Nintendo Switch 2 could be more like the Wii U than you realize, and I'd say that's a good thing
Nintendo Switch 2 Here's how the Nintendo Switch 2 could embrace Wii U and 3DS games using its new top USB-C port to provide dual-screen functionality.
PlayStation Portal Midnight Black pre-orders: all the latest stock available now
Sony's PlayStation Portal Midnight Black pre-order launch is upon us, and I've got you covered on where to buy the handheld and recommended retailers.
Sorry, an Alienware gaming handheld isn't on the way, but Dell says its looking "pretty heavily” at the space
News Dell has shared why there isn't an Alienware gaming handheld yet, the company seemingly isn't satisfied with the Steam Deck format.
Lenovo Legion Go S pre-orders are now live, but I'm waiting for the $499 SteamOS version
News The Lenovo Legion Go S is now available to pre-order at Best Buy for $729, but you'll need to wait a bit longer for the cheaper SteamOS model.
AMD explains why the Radeon RX 9070 XT was pulled from its CES 2025 keynote, but I'm still confused at its approach to RDNA 4
CES 2025 AMD says the Radeon RX 9070 XT will get its own showcase alongside RDNA 4, as it seemingly didn't have enough time for graphics card announcements at CES.
Quarter Arcades Taito Bubble Bobble review: “I’m head over heels for this adorable mini arcade homage”
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I covered the RTX 4080 launch, and the RTX 5080 feels like serious GPU Deja vu
Feature The RTX 5080 offers up 16GB VRAM for $999, but that spec and price combo could lead it down the same path as the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080.
Razer has a new RGB-clad Steam Deck dock, but it's missing one key feature I'd include for future handhelds
CES 2025 The Razer Handheld Dock Chroma will bring RGB lighting and plenty of ports to your Steam Deck for $79.99 on January 30, but you aren't getting HDMI 2.1.
Lenovo makes its new Legion Go family official, and I'm fixated on the handheld maker's $499.99 "Steam Deck"
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?
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.
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"
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
