Christian Guyton

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 Starforge Systems Frieren PC, photographed on a dark worktop with the RGB lighting switched on.
The anime-themed Starforge Systems Frieren PC might be one of the prettiest systems I've ever seen - and the performance is almost as powerful as the elf mage herself

By Christian Guyton Published

Best in Class

Review It might not last as long as an ageless magical elf, but the Starforge Frieren PC is nonetheless a future-proof powerhouse system with a truly excellent design for fans of the series.

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The best laptop cooling pad in 2025: top picks to keep your laptop running cool

By Christian Guyton Last updated

Buying Guide We've found the best laptop cooling pad picks to help extend the lifespan of your device

Render of a new RTX 4000 Max-Q gaming laptop.
Gaming laptops by GPU: which graphics card should you look for in a new laptop?

By Christian Guyton Published

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Looking to buy a new gaming laptop, but unsure about what GPU to spring for? We're here to help.

The Asus ROG NUC photographed on a dark marbled worksurface with a painted sunset in the background.
The new Asus ROG NUC might actually be the best compact gaming PC I've ever seen - and it's smaller than a PS5, too

By Christian Guyton Published

Best in Class

Review The latest Asus ROG NUC is a miniature powerhouse, smaller than a modern home console but delivering fantastic performance - though it is fairly expensive.

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Windows 10 End of Life live: everything you need to know

By Matt Hanson Last updated

Today's the day when Windows 10 enters its End of Life phase, where Microsoft will no longer issue updates or security patches. Here's everything you need to know.

New concept devices from Qualcomm featuring the Snapdragon X2 Elite and X2 Elite Extreme chips.
Apple, watch out: this tiny Snapdragon PC could be the Mac mini rival I've been waiting for - but you can't buy it, and I'm furious about that

By Christian Guyton Published

Qualcomm's ultra-compact reference systems are something I'd personally buy over many mini PCs on the market today.

Promotional imagery for the new Snapdragon X2 Elite processor.
"Making a great chip means nothing if we can't do it the next year" - Qualcomm unveils powerful new Snapdragon X2 Elite chips for faster, better laptops

By Christian Guyton Published

Laptops are set to get another power boost, with Qualcomm unveiling new Snapdragon X2 Elite and X2 Elite Extreme chips.

Dying Light: The Beast.
Dying Light: The Beast dials up the horror and keeps the parkouring, zombie-bashing action – and it's a blast

By Christian Guyton Published

Recommended

Dying Light: The Beast is a bloody good time that benefits from some fresh changes to the series formula - just don't expect it to be wildly different.

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Haven’t replaced your laptop in a few years? Here’s how to know if it’s college-ready or time for an upgrade

By Christian Guyton Published

If you're about to head off to college and can't decide whether you need a new laptop, TechRadar is here to help.

Screenshot from the game Hell Is Us.
Hell Is Us is a surprisingly enjoyable and accessible semi-soulslike - just don't expect a cheerful story

By Christian Guyton Published

It might not be a ‘true’ soulslike, but Hell Is Us takes just the right amount of inspiration from the genre to create something new and interesting.

A smiling child holding a laptop and schoolbag on a yellow background.
Does your kid really need a laptop? Here's everything you need to know

By Christian Guyton Published

As kids go back to school, you might be wondering whether you need to buy them a laptop - and TechRadar is here to help.

The AutoFull M6 Ultra gaming chair pictured in front of a desk with a gaming PC setup.
I sat on the butt-cooling AutoFull M6 Ultra gaming chair in the middle of a heatwave – but did it actually keep my buns chilly?

By Christian Guyton Published

Recommended

AutoFull's M6 Ultra is a bougie gaming chair for those with some cash to splash, with a plush finish and packed with neat features.

A person using an Apple MacBook.
Are MacBooks good for students?

By Christian Guyton Published

Many students own MacBooks, but does that mean Apple's laptop is right for you?

A smiling child holding a laptop and schoolbag on a yellow background.
What makes a good laptop for kids?

By Christian Guyton Published

If you're shopping for a new laptop for your little one, I've got the lowdown on what you need to consider.

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The best touchscreen laptop in 2025: top portables with a touch display

By Christian Guyton Last updated

The best touchscreen laptops give you unparalleled control over what's happening on your screen - here are our top picks.

The Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 photographed on a white desk.
I just spent a week with the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360, and now I don't want to give it back

By Christian Guyton Published

Recommended

The Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 is a looker, and its performance matches its premium design.

The HP Spectre x360 on a blue background with the TechRadar logo.
The best HP laptop in 2025: our top picks from this trusted laptop brand

By Christian Guyton Last updated

We've come to trust HP for its reliability and quality when it comes to laptop hardware - these are our picks for the best HP laptops money can buy.

The Zenbook S 16 photographed on a dark marble surface with potted plants in the background.
The Asus Zenbook S 16 is built from a mysterious new material - but does this space-age laptop live up to the hype?

By Christian Guyton Published

Recommended

Asus and AMD team up to knock it out of the park with the new Zenbook S 16, boasting a powerful Ryzen AI processor and fantastic design - I just wish the battery was a little better.

Screenshot from the TennoCon 2025 Warframe live demo.
Time travel, giant mechs, and ‘limit breaks’ - Warframe can’t stop adding cool stuff, with big plans for the year ahead

By Christian Guyton Published

At TennoCon 2025, Digital Extremes is drawing back the curtain on the next era of Warframe, and it looks truly spectacular.

A screenshot of the Bromius boss fight from Soulframe.
Soulframe is intriguing - but I worry it might struggle to step out from under Warframe’s long shadow

By Christian Guyton Published

Soulframe feels like a game brimming with potential - but I worry it might not do enough to set itself apart from the competition.

The Obsbot Meet SE webcam.
Do I really need a 1080p webcam?

By Christian Guyton Published

720p webcams are commonplace these days - but is that resolution enough, or should you spring for 1080p?

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A woman looking thoughtfully at a number of Chromebooks.
Chromebook vs Chromebook Plus: which is better for students?

By Christian Guyton Published

Google has introduced a new standard of higher-tier Chromebooks, but do students really need to spend the extra money on a Chromebook Plus?

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Screenshot from The Alters (2025).
I got stranded on an alien planet, wrote a song, and my clone cut off his own arm on the kitchen counter - The Alters is supremely weird, but fantastic

By Christian Guyton Published

11 Bit Studios’ ambitious sci-fi adventure hits all the right notes, resulting in a varied but satisfying experience.

a child with headphones gaming on a macbook
WWDC 2025 might be a big deal for Apple, but it won't have the one thing I really want to see

By Christian Guyton Published

Apple will no doubt have some goodies in store for us at WWDC, but probably not the one thing I'd actually love to see: a real commitment to gaming on Mac.

Artwork of a person looking thoughtfully at a Nintendo Switch 2 and a mystery game.
I’m not interested in the Switch 2 - but there’s one game that will make me open my wallet

By Christian Guyton Published

Nintendo launching yet another console with no Pokemon launch title is just plain ridiculous, sorry.

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