Articles by Isaiah Williams, Staff Writer, Computing

Isaiah is a Staff Writer for the Computing channel at TechRadar. He's spent over two years writing about all things tech, specifically games on PC, consoles, and handhelds. He started off at GameRant in 2022 after graduating from Birmingham City University in the same year, before writing at PC Guide which included work on deals articles, reviews, and news on PC products such as GPUs, CPUs, monitors, and more. He spends most of his time finding out about the exciting new features of upcoming GPUs, and is passionate about new game releases on PC, hoping that the ports aren't a complete mess.

Articles by: Isaiah Williams

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I'm absolutely sick of Microsoft's Windows 11 24H2 update, as it's now causing Bluetooth and webcam issues

By Isaiah Williams published 27 January 25

Issues with Microsoft Windows 11 24H2 seem neverending, with its latest build causing Bluetooth and webcam functionality problems for users.

AMD looks set to compete with Nvidia in the laptop GPU space - Team Red claims Ryzen AI Max 395+'s iGPU outperforms RTX 4070 laptop GPU

By Isaiah Williams published 27 January 25

AMD might lose out to Nvidia in the desktop GPU department, but it's set to put up a fight within the laptop GPU region.

Ubisoft reveals Assassin's Creed Shadows PC requirements – and just as I thought, you're safe with your RTX 4000 series GPU

By Isaiah Williams published 24 January 25

Nvidia's new RTX 5000 GPU lineup promises to enhance gaming performance in multiple games, but PC requirements for Ubisoft's new title suggest an upgrade isn't urgently needed.

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Trust me, 2025's lineup of gaming handhelds may be the best yet with Aokzoe's A1 X taking the fight to the Nintendo Switch 2 and Asus ROG Ally X

By Isaiah Williams published 23 January 25

The future of gaming handhelds is looking brighter than ever, and Aokzoe looks set to compete with the A1 X.

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Ignore the Nintendo Switch 2 hype – the MSI Claw 8 AI+ is here to take the handheld gaming crown, if you can find one

By Isaiah Williams published 22 January 25

The Nintendo Switch 2 was a letdown for many, but the MSI Claw 8 AI+ is worthy of your excitement.

Nvidia RTX 5090 Founders Edition is possibly the best-looking GPU I've seen in a while - here's everything included in the box

By Isaiah Williams published 22 January 25

Nvidia's RTX 5090 is on the horizon, and its unboxing is one worth paying attention to.

Nvidia RTX 5090 FE rumor claims high-end GPU gets loud - but other reports tell a very different story

By Isaiah Williams last updated 21 January 25

Updated A new rumor has got some PC gamers nervous about the RTX 5090 - but there's no need to panic yet.

If you still own an RTX 3000 series GPU, you might be in luck - Nvidia could bring Frame Generation to your old hardware

By Isaiah Williams published 20 January 25

We thought there was no chance for Nvidia's Frame Generation could make its way to older GPUs, but now it sounds far more possible than ever before.

The Lenovo Legion Go S is the true Steam Deck alternative we've all been waiting for - but should you buy it or wait for a better handheld?

By Isaiah Williams published 19 January 25

I've waited a long time for the Legion Go 2, but its non existent release date has me eyeing the Legion Go S instead.

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ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech news stories, from TikTok's impending ban to Nintendo's Switch 2 reveal

By Hamish Hector last updated 18 January 25

Here's the biggest tech news stories from Apple, Samsung, TikTok and more.

Apple's M4 Mac mini might be one of the best Macs ever, but it has a serious issue that needs fixing right now

By Isaiah Williams published 17 January 25

The Apple Mac mini (M4) is undoubtedly one of the best mini PCs available, but recent issues with its USB-C ports have left users frustrated.

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The end of the Nvidia RTX 4000 series is nigh – with the RTX 4070 expected to sell out in weeks

By Isaiah Williams published 17 January 25

Nvidia's RTX 5000 series GPUs are finally here, which could spell bad news for anyone hoping to buy a new RTX 4070 GPU.

I'm patiently waiting for Apple to turn the Mac mini into a games console - could this Nvidia RTX 5080-powered Asus ROG NUC mini PC be the answer?

By Isaiah Williams published 16 January 25

While we wait for Apple's future Mac mini to provide stronger gaming performances, the Asus ROG NUC will certainly suffice.

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If Microsoft's Windows 11 24H2 issues continue like this, I'll fully convert to SteamOS for gaming as Ubisoft is forced to fix Assassin’s Creed games

By Isaiah Williams published 16 January 25

Windows 11 24H2 has continuously troubled gamers on PC, and ultimately forced Ubisoft's hand to provide a compatibility patch for some of its Assassin's Creed games.

Nvidia abandons the problematic 12VHPWR RTX 4080 power connector with a much longer one for the RTX 5080 FE according to leaked images

By Isaiah Williams published 15 January 25

Nvidia's made me happy with its DLSS 4 generosity and affordable RTX 5070 price, and that's rolled on with the new and improved RTX 5080 power adapter.

I can't believe I'm saying this, but Nvidia, good on you - RTX 4000 series GPUs will receive DLSS Frame Generation enhancements this month

By Isaiah Williams published 15 January 25

Nvidia may have come under heavy criticism during the RTX 4000 series launch, but that's changed now with the RTX 5000 series and DLSS 4.

Intel is taking the budget GPU market by storm - leaked Arc B570 benchmark shows solid performance for a very reasonable price

By Isaiah Williams published 14 January 25

Intel is becoming a strong contender within the budget GPU market with the Arc B580, and its counterpart has taken it a step further.

There's one handheld gaming PC that went under the radar at CES 2025 - and it's got a secret weapon to beat the competition

By Isaiah Williams published 13 January 25

The handheld gaming PC race continues, as Tencent had its 3D handheld gaming PC showcased at CES 2025.

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Apple fans, get ready for another MacBook refresh - M4 MacBook Air reportedly set to launch this year, amid M5 chip rumors

By Isaiah Williams published 13 January 25

All may be focused on Apple's expected M5 reveal later this year, but we could be seeing the M4 MacBook Air soon.

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Windows 24H2 is a nightmare for handheld PC gamers right now, and that's why Bazzite is an absolute must for the Asus ROG Ally

By Isaiah Williams published 13 January 25

I can't wait for SteamOS to come to other handhelds in April this year after Windows 11's 24H2 mess, so Bazzite was a no brainer.

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I’m a big PC gamer – these were the 3 best gaming handhelds announced at CES 2025

By Isaiah Williams published 10 January 25

We've waited a while to see the veil lifted on the future of handheld gaming, and CES 2025 has done just that.

Leaked Nvidia RTX 5090 laptop GPU benchmarks are weird - but there's no need to panic

By Isaiah Williams published 10 January 25

Early benchmarks of Nvidia's RTX 5090 might be concerning, but there's no need to worry.

MSI could be cooking up a Ryzen Z2-powered Claw to take on gaming handhelds

By Isaiah Williams published 9 January 25

It seems like MSI isn't holding back, if this rumor regarding a potential AMD Ryzen Z2 Claw handheld gaming PC is true.

Cyberpunk 2077 runs above 120fps at 4K in full path tracing using DLSS 4 and Frame Generation on Nvidia's RTX 5080 - should we be concerned about game dev optimization?

By Isaiah Williams published 9 January 25

While the new DLSS 4 will massively boost frame rates in titles like Cyberpunk 2077, it's slightly concerning for future PC ports.

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Maybe AMD's Radeon RX 9070 series GPUs aren't midrange after all - early Black Ops 6 benchmark shows a 99fps average at 4K without even needing FSR

By Isaiah Williams published 8 January 25

An early benchmark using the Radeon RX 9070 GPU in Black Ops 6, begs the question. Did AMD trick us with the suggested 'midrange' focus?

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