Lewis Maddison

Lewis Maddison

Reviews Writer

Lewis Maddison is a Reviews Writer for TechRadar. He previously worked as a Staff Writer for our business section, TechRadar Pro, where he gained experience with productivity-enhancing hardware, ranging from keyboards to standing desks. His area of expertise lies in computer peripherals and audio hardware, having spent over a decade exploring the murky depths of both PC building and music production. He also revels in picking up on the finest details and niggles that ultimately make a big difference to the user experience.

Articles by: Lewis Maddison

Three-quarter view of Lenovo LOQ Essential Gen 9 open on desk with pink wall in background

Lenovo LOQ Essential 15 Gen 9 review: a great value gaming laptop – if you don't mind the average performance

By Lewis Maddison Published

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The Lenovo LOQ Essential 15 Gen 9 takes aim at the budget gaming laptop market – but is it the best among them?

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Lenovo Legion Tower 5 Gen 10 (30L AMD) review: a silent but spritely gaming PC that might just live up to its price tag

By Lewis Maddison Published

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The Legion Tower 5 stays cool and composed no matter what you throw at it – but can it match the best gaming PCs for performance?

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MSI Cyborg 15 review: a solid budget gaming laptop

By Lewis Maddison Published

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The MSI Cyborg 15 comes with a tantalizing price tag – but is it good value?

Silent Hill Remake announcement

I’m glad Bloober Team is remaking another Silent Hill game – it’s just a shame it’s the wrong one

By Lewis Maddison Published

Silent Hill 1 already got a remake, Bloober Team – but you can remake the remake instead.

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I was surprised by just how well this thin and lightweight gaming laptop, the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025), performed – but you'll have to endure its sizzling temperatures

By Lewis Maddison Published

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Review The Asus Zephyrus G14 (2025) looks more like an everyday laptop than a chunky gaming machine – does this mean it performs like one?

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2

I’m not worried Bloodlines 2 doesn’t appear to be an RPG like the original – here’s why you shouldn’t be either

By Lewis Maddison Published

The long awaited sequel might have taken a stake to its RPG heart – but it looks like there’s still plenty to sink your fangs into.

Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14-inch open on desk with pink background

I reviewed Lenovo’s new Chromebook Plus and was enthralled by its design and performance – but I’m not sure it’s worth its Windows-laptop price tag

By Lewis Maddison Published

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Can any Chromebook really be worth what the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14-inch costs? We find out.

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Are Chromebooks good for students?

By Lewis Maddison Published

If you’re gearing up before the new term starts, a Chromebook might well be on your wishlist – but is it the right device for you?

Acer Nitro V 15 open on desk with wooden panels, plant, and pink wall in background

Acer Nitro V 15 review: performance is great for the price – as long as you can stand the heat

By Lewis Maddison Published

Great Value

Review The Acer Nitro V 15 Intel offers strong performance at a budget price – is there a catch?

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Acer Aspire 14 AI (2025) review: a sleek, portable laptop with stunning battery life – but not much else besides

By Lewis Maddison Published

Review The new Aspire 14 AI (2025) promises advanced features to help with everyday tasks – but do they live up to the hype?

ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2025) open on desk with pink background

I tested the Asus TUF Gaming A16 (2025) and it performs better than its price suggests – but there’s one big sacrifice you’ll have to make

By Lewis Maddison Published

Review The Asus TUF Gaming A16 (2025) is a very well-priced machine considering the spec – but is it really worth your money?

GameSir G7 Pro and Mobapad Huben 2 on desks with pink back backgrounds, side-by-side with white diagonal dividing line

I pitted two elite controllers against each other, and one key feature sets them apart

By Lewis Maddison Published

The GameSir G7 Pro and Mobapad Huben 2 are two new multiplatform controllers promising top-line features and performance – but which is best?

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I tested the Aukey Spark Mini 20000 and it looks smart but doesn’t do much to set itself apart

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Aukey Spark Mini 20000 looks sleek and is easy to live with – but is that enough at this price point?

UGREEN Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 165W leaning on plinth on desk with pink background

I was thankful for this Ugreen power bank's retractable cable, but its 20,000mAh capacity wasn't enough to charge my laptop fully

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Ugreen Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 165W has plenty of power – but is it really suitable for your larger devices?

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I spent a week with the Cherry XTRFY MX 3.1 and it failed to impress me – or justify its high price

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Cherry XTRFY MX 3.1 is a wired mechanical keyboard with a premium build – but does it do enough to compete in today’s marketplace?

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I tested the Anker Prime TB5 Docking Station and it’s ideal for power users – if they can afford it

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Anker Prime TB5 Docking Station has plenty of interfaces and state-of-the-art features – but is it worth the cost?

Acer Predator Helios 18 AI open on desk with pink background

I tested an outrageous Acer Predator laptop with Nvidia 5090 GPU, and I wish I could recommend it, but I just can’t at this price

By Lewis Maddison Published

Review The Acer Predator Helios 18 AI is one of the most powerful gaming laptops around – but is it worth the gigantic asking price?

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Quersus ICOS.2 with plant, desk, and pink wall in background

Finally, a gaming chair that does things differently – but I’m not sure I can stomach the cost

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Quersus ICOS.2 has decided to do the gaming chair a little differently – but has its gamble paid off?

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GuliKit Elves 2 Pro review: a retro-looking pad with plenty of modern touches, but its appeal might be limited

By Lewis Maddison Published

Despite its looks, the GuliKit Elves 2 Pro has plenty of modern features to compete in today’s gamepad market – but is it versatile enough?

Hori Force Feedback Racing Wheel DLX on desk with plant and pink wall in background

I tested the Hori Force Feedback Racing Wheel DLX and liked its comfortable shape, but there are some concerning issues affecting performance

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Hori Force Feedback Racing Wheel DLX looks the part – but how does it perform?

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The best tech of 2025 so far – the 17 finest gadgets we've tested this year

By Mark Wilson Published

TechRadar has spent days testing products across phones, TVs, laptops, cameras, smartwatches and more in 2025. These are the best ones we've reviewed so far this year.

Acer Chromebook Spin 312 open on desk with pink background

I used the Acer Chromebook Spin 312 for all kinds of tasks, and it handles most of them well – just not at the same time

By Lewis Maddison Published

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The Acer Chromebook Spin 312 is portable and versatile thanks to its small size and convertible nature – but is it powerful enough for your everyday needs?

Acer Chromebook Plus 516 open on desk with pink background

I tested the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 and liked its large display and fast performance – but it doesn’t have the best battery life

By Lewis Maddison Published

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The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 is a 16-inch device with a promising spec – but is it right for you?

Thrustmaster T128 on desk with pink background

I tested three mid-range sim racing wheels – and it turns out the cheapest is the best

By Lewis Maddison Published

I never thought a cheap sim racing wheel could be worth it – but I was wrong

SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Wireless Gen 3 on desk

I’ve played with some of the best gaming keyboards around, but this analog model is the one I keep coming back to – here’s why

By Lewis Maddison Published

The SteelSeries Apex Pro has been around for a few years, and its latest iteration is just as spectacular as ever.

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