Articles by Aleksha McLoughlin, Hardware Editor

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Aleksha McLoughlin is the Hardware Editor for TechRadarGaming and looks after all hardware coverage for the gaming vertical of the site. Prior to joining TRG, she was the Hardware Editor for sister publication GamesRadar+. You’ll also find her hardware coverage and reviews for online publications such as Trusted Reviews, Android Central, The Metro, PC Guide, and Expert Reviews. Outside of gaming, she’s also contributed to the BBC and No Clean Singing, too. In her spare time, you'll often find her at metal gigs and festivals listening to various different shades of black and death metal.

Articles by: Aleksha McLoughlin

hand holding Xbox Series X controller in front of a monitor

The best monitors for Xbox Series X in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 30 January 23

Buying Guide Interested in a gaming TV replacement? The best monitors for Xbox Series X in 2023 are the perfect alternative.

You shouldn't bother with a PS5 Pro controller, the DualSense is just too good

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 28 January 23

I’ve had my hands on some of the most high-profile PS5 pro controllers, and none can compare to the DualSense.

Best handheld games consoles: Nintendo Switch next to the Evercade EXP

Best handheld games consoles in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 27 January 23

Buying Guide Don’t bother with the rest; these are the best handheld games consoles you can buy in 2023.

The best Xbox One headsets in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 27 January 23

Buying Guide The best Xbox One headsets suit a variety of needs and budgets. Find out which ones are worth your money here.

Best PS5 external hard drives in 2023

By Mike Jennings published 27 January 23

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Buying Guide We've rounded up the best PS5 external hard drives on the market in 2023.

Best PS4 headsets in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 27 January 23

What are the best PS4 headsets? Our buying guide offers expert and tested advice.

Thanks to the PS5 controller, you really feel the dismemberment in Dead Space

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 26 January 23

The Dead Space remake is right around the corner, and Sony has detailed how the game uses the PS5 hardware.

Razer Kraken Kitty V2 Pro review

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 26 January 23

Review The Razer Kraken Kitty V2 Pro is a premium wired gaming headset that sounds as good as it looks.

I didn't want a Dead Space remake until I replayed the original

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 26 January 23

The original Dead Space is a classic but it's not aged well over the years, a remake will revive it.

Woman playing PC using the best wired gaming headsets

Best wired gaming headsets in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 23 January 23

Buying Guide We’ve rounded up the best wired gaming headsets that work on any device with a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Scuf Reflex Pro review

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 20 January 23

The Scuf Reflex Pro is billed as 'the first high-performance controller for PS5' but how does it hold up in 2023?

The best SD cards for Switch for 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 19 January 23

Buying Guide The best SD cards for Switch greatly increase storage space, allowing you to download even more games.

This long-delayed shooter finally has PS5 and Xbox Series X performance confirmed

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 18 January 23

Atomic Heart’s performance modes on PS5 and Xbox Series X have been detailed by developer Mundfish.

PlayStation 5 with its controller next to a TV

You can now stop your PS5's mega beep from waking up the neighborhood

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 18 January 23

PS5 gamers have found a way to stop the console from making its loud beep on start-up through clever usage of the PS app.

I'm going to turn on the feature that makes Dead Space run at 30 FPS on PS5

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 17 January 23

The Dead Space remake will launch with two graphics modes on Xbox Series X and PS5, Quality and Performance.

The best monitors for PS5 in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 17 January 23

Buying Guide The best monitors for PS5 allow you to get closer to the action onscreen and take advantage of the console's visual prowess.

Best Xbox Series X headsets in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 17 January 23

Buying Guide We're bringing you all the best Xbox Series X headsets currently available to suit all budgets and preferences.

The best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 17 January 23

Buying Guide We're rounding up the best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories on the market right now.

The best SSD for PS5 in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 19 January 23

We've listed all the best SSD for PS5 models available on the market today to suit all preferences and budgets.

PNY XLR8 SSD Gaming Kit review

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 13 January 23

The PNY XLR8 SSD Gaming Kit combines the CS3140 Gen 4.0 NVMe drive and a specially designed heatsink made for the PS5.

DualSense controller next to the Razer Wolverine V2 Pro

DualSense vs Razer Wolverine V2 Pro: which PS5 controller is right for you?

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 13 January 23

Versus We've compared the DualSense with the recently released Razer Wolverine V2 to see which PS5 controller you should buy.

The best Xbox Game Pass Streaming accessories.

Best Xbox Game Pass Streaming Accessories in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 13 January 23

Buying Guide From the Razer Kishi to the Moga mobile range, these are the best Xbox Game Pass Streaming accessories.

Best Nintendo Switch accessories in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 12 January 23

Buying Guide We've found the best Nintendo Switch accessories to enhance your gaming experience.

Best gaming earbuds - a gamer using Turtle Beach Battle Bud earphones with a Nintendo Switch

Best gaming earbuds in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 12 January 23

We're rounding up all the best gaming earbuds available for the Nintendo Switch, PS5, and Xbox Series X, as well as PC.

An Xbox Series X controller standing upright in front of the console

A new Xbox Series X update just dropped and could save you money

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 12 January 23

An update that’s just arrived for all Xbox Insider members brings a new shutdown mode to Xbox Series X.

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