Articles by Christian Guyton, Editor, Computing

Christian is TechRadar’s UK-based Computing Editor. He came to us from Maximum PC magazine, where he fell in love with computer hardware and building PCs. He was a regular fixture amongst our freelance review team before making the jump to TechRadar, and can usually be found drooling over the latest high-end graphics card or gaming laptop before looking at his bank account balance and crying.

After attending university in Bath, Christian spent a while bouncing around different freelance jobs, covering expos and writing for industry publications in the leisure, architecture, and medical sectors. He always had a keen interest in PC gaming, though, which eventually drew him towards tech journalism. He can often be found squeezing in a cheeky round of Slay the Spire or a different tough-as-nails rougelike on his office lunch break.

Outside of work, Christian is a keen campaigner for LGBTQ+ rights and the owner of a charming rescue dog named Lucy, having adopted her after he beat cancer in 2021. She keeps him fit and healthy through a combination of face-licking and long walks, and only occasionally barks at him to demand treats when he’s trying to work from home.

Articles by: Christian Guyton

The best desktop PC in 2026: our top tested picks for home and office

By Christian Guyton Last updated 19 August 26

Looking to buy a new PC? Our experts have rated the best desktop PCs you can buy based on budget, specs, and design.

Best mini PCs of 2026: Compact desktop power for business, creative, and gaming setups

By Christian Guyton Last updated 18 August 26

Buying Guide We tested the best mini computers, thin clients, and NUC boxes to find out which Windows and Apple machines come out top.

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Best portable SSDs of 2026: our top tested picks for reliable, high-capacity storage on the go

By Christian Guyton Last updated 14 August 26

Updated If you're looking for extra storage with fast transfer speeds and high capacities, these external solid-state drives tested best in our benchmarks

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The best student Chromebooks 2026: lightweight, budget-friendly options for school

By Christian Guyton Last updated 12 August 26

Need a new laptop for college? Our guide of the best student Chromebooks highlights our favorite budget models and portable powerhouses for the year.

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The best budget gaming laptop in 2026: TechRadar's top tested picks for affordable gaming on the go

By Christian Guyton Last updated 12 August 26

Updated After testing some of the best budget gaming laptops on the market right now, these are my top picks.

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The best Wi-Fi routers in 2026: top expertly tried and tested wireless routers

By Christian Guyton Last updated 12 August 26

Updated These are the best Wi-Fi routers we've tested, from high-end Wi-Fi 7 models to budget options as well.

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The Corsair Nightsword V2 Wireless should feel like an upgrade, but I'm quite upset to see that it's lost a key selling feature of the original model

By Christian Guyton Published 11 August 26

The Corsair Nightsword V2 Wireless is a decent ergonomic gaming mouse, but it unfortunately feels a bit like a downgrade from its predecessor.

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The best graphics card in 2026: our top tested picks for all budgets

By John Loeffler Last updated 4 August 26

Updated Looking to upgrade your PC? There's never been a better time to pick up one of the best desktop graphics cards from AMD, Nvidia, and Intel.