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 somewhe⛦re. 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 𝔉friendly 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
You can play Cyberpunk 2077 on Switch 2 with a mouse and keyboard, and it makes the console feel like a handheld PC
News The Ninten🌠do Switch 2 is compatible with a mouse and keyboard, and we've already used both to play Cyberpunk 2077.
One of my favorite Switch 2 features is super boring, but it makes traveling with the handheld a dream
News The Nintendo Switch 2 has plenty of new design 🌃features, but as someone who travels around with handhelds, I'm thrilled at the size of its 🍒USB-C Power Adapter.
Your Switch 2 will happily use a webcam without USB-C, and I feel like Nintendo should be telling you that
News No, you don't need a USB-C Camera for Switch 2, as despite Nintendo's guidance, the handheld is compatible with USB-A webcamꦇs using the docking station.
Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller vs Switch Pro Controller
Feature Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller vs the Switch Pro controller isn't a straight ᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚ𒀱ᩚᩚᩚfight, but the newbie does pack more of a p🀅unch if you've got deep pockets.
Nintendo Switch 2 GameChat explained: how does the new voice chat work?
Feature Ever𒁃ything you need to know about Switch 2 GameChat, including how the social app works, camera features, and how to talk to your player pa🧔ls.
Switch 2 vs Xbox Series S: How does Nintendo's handheld compare?
Feature Pitting the Switch 2 vs Xཧbox Series S in a fight isn't straightforward, but it will help you deci🌜de whether to grab the new handheld or Microsoft's console.
Nintendo Switch 2 vs Steam Deck: how do both gaming handhelds compare?
Nintendo Switch 2 Here's how the Nintendo Swit🌜ch 2 compares to Valve's Steam Deck, including a closer look at specs🔯, features, and games for both gaming handhelds.
Should you upgrade your TV for the Switch 2?
Feature You don't need to upgr🔥ade your TV f🍃or Switch 2, but doing so could let Nintendo's next-gen handheld console reach its true potential.
Nintendo Switch 2 HDR explained: "How High Dynamic Range enhances the handheld's visuals"
Feature Here's a breakdown of Switch 2 HDR and things to consider when using the feature in handheld and docked mode, in🅺cluding TV and monitor spec🦄s pointers.
Everything we know about Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo Switch 2 We're rounding up everything we know about Nintendജo Switch 2, with all the latest updates and details surro🐈unding Ninty's latest console
LG OLED TV I'd pair with the Switch 2 just got Memorial Day'd
Deals The LG OLED B4 is $150 off at Best Buy🅘 for Memorial Day, and it could make for a fantastic 🦩gaming TV upgrade ahead of the Switch 2 launch.
One of the sharpest 4K QD-OLED monitors I've tested is cheaper for Memorial Day
The Alienware AW2💦725Q is one of the sharpest QD-OLED 4K mo♊nitors around, and Memorial Day has knocked a nifty $100 off its usual price tag.
Some of the top Samsung OLED monitors around are down for Memorial Day, including my favorite 1440p gaming screen
Deals Amazon has knocked up to 41% off Samsung gaming monitors for Memorial Day, including the 240Hz version of m🍒y current favorite 1440p OLED display.
40% off a reimagined Atari retro console with HDMI output is exactly my kind of Memorial Day deal
Deals The Atari 7800+ is now under $80 ahead of Memorial Day, and the r🔯etro console recreation makes using old cartridges on new TVs a piece of cake.
The best CPU for gaming 2025: Processing power unleashed
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.
Memorial Day PS5 deals 2025: the biggest offers available right now
Deals Memorial Day PS5 deals are♉ finally upon us, and here's the best Sony savings I've found this year.
The best Steam Deck accessories 2025: handy handheld add-ons
Buyers Guide Here are the best Steam Deck accessories available for Valve's handheld PC, including our top case, docking station, keyboard,🌼 mouse, and SSD picks.
The best Steam Deck dock 2025: the handheld docking stations I'd recommend
Buying Guide Herꦬe are the best Steam Deck dock options for Valve's🌠 handheld and compatible alternatives, including hubs that are great for at home and travel.
A new MSI Claw has arrived, and I'm hyped about the handheld's AMD chip
News MSI has announced a new Claw handheld that uses a Ryzen Z2 Extreme chip thꦺat will help give 🎃players the "freedom to choose between AMD and Intel."
I spent my first few hours with the RTX 5060 playing Doom: The Dark Ages, and it feels pretty slick for under $300
Feature I've been usin🌠g the RTX 5060 to play DOOM: The Dark Ages with DLSS 4 enabled, and the GPU looks to be respectably speedy for under $300.
I've put together a walking desk setup that's helping me hit my daily steps while playing Oblivion Remastered
Feature I've put together a walking gaming desk setup that's helping me get my steps in and make time for Oblivion Remastered, Expedition 33, and DOOM: The𒆙 Dark Ages🅰.
The best Memorial Day TV sales 2025: everything to expect and the biggest deals available now
Deals Memorial Day TV deals will officially land on May 26, here's everythi𒅌ng we expect to see and the latest savings available now.
The best gaming handheld 2025: my top portable PC and console recommendations
Hardware Here ar🍸e the best gaming handheld options in 2024, including the Nintendo Switch, portab🥂le PCs like the Steam Deck, and other systems we've put to the test.
