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

Best Black Friday TV deals 2025: what to expect this year
By Phil Hayton last updated
Deals Black Friday TV deals are back for 2024, so we're here to help you get the best deals for November 29.

Best Black Friday QD-OLED deals 2025: everything to expect in November
By Phil Hayton last updated
Deals Black Friday QD-OLED deals could save you plenty of cash on your next display this fall.

Best Black Friday curved monitor deals 2025: display discounts to expect this year
By Phil Hayton last updated
Deals Black Friday curved monitor deals are off to the races with sales now live at a number of retailers.

Black Friday graphics card deals 2025: what to expect from GPU offers this year
By Phil Hayton last updated
Deals Black Friday graphics card deals will return this November, and while GPU supplies are limited right now, discounts could emerge this year.

Black Friday gaming monitor deals 2025: what to expect this year
By Phil Hayton last updated
Deals Black Friday gaming monitor deals will return November 2025, and we're already painting a picture of panel deals to expect.

My friend is looking for a 165Hz gaming monitor, and I just found a perfect QHD Alienware screen for under $200
By Phil Hayton published
Deal Dell has cut the 27-inch Alienware AW2724DM down to just $199 in a clearance sale, and the 165Hz gaming monitor is well worth considering for mid-range setups.

Black Friday Steam Deck deals 2025: What to expect from this year's sale
By Phil Hayton last updated
Deals Black Friday Steam Deck deals are on their way, and we've got all you need to know about this year's sales.

The RTX 5060 Ti allegedly isn't coming until mid-April but a delay could help Nvidia's dreadful stock situation
By Phil Hayton published
News Nvidia has allegedly delayed the RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti until mid-April and mid-May, but that could give the GPU maker time to build up stock.

Best Black Friday OLED TV deals 2025: what to expect later this year
By Phil Hayton last updated
Deals Black Friday OLED TV deals will return this November, and there's already a sign that deep discounts will show up during the annual event.

The Analogue 3D just got delayed again, but here's what I use to play N64 games and upscale to HD
By Phil Hayton published
News The Analogue 3D has been delayed until July 2025, so I'm looking at alternative ways to play original N64 cartridges in HD instead.

Modretro teases FPGA Nintendo 64 console that could solve my current HDMI woes
By Phil Hayton published
News The creators of the Modretro Chromatic look set to make an FPGA Nintendo 64, and the console could take on the Analogue 64 by running original carts.

LG OLED G5 TV pre-orders just arrived, but you'll get it a lot earlier in the UK
By Phil Hayton published
News LG OLED G5 pre-orders are now live, but you might be able to snap the new flagship gaming TV within a week if you're in the UK.

Alienware AW2725Q review: “I dare you to try and spot this QD-OLED 4K monitor’s pixels”
By Phil Hayton published
Review The Alienware AW2725Q is one of the sharpest 4K QD-OLED monitors you'll find out there in 2025, and it's well worth a look if you have a high-spec PC.

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 monitor for Xbox Series X 2025
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best monitors for Xbox Series X right that'll pair nicely with Microsoft's console, whether you're on a budget or looking for something premium.

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.
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