Aleksha McLoughlin

Aleksha McLoughlin

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Formerly TechRadar Gaming's Hardware Editor, Aleksha McLoughlin is now a freelance writer and editor specializing in computing tech, video games, and E-commerce. As well as her many contributions to this site, you'll also find her work available on sister sites such as PC Gamer, GamesRadar, and Android Central. Additionally, more of her bylines can be found on Trusted Reviews, Dexerto, Expert Reviews, Techopedia, PC Guide, VideoGamer, and more.

Articles by: Aleksha McLoughlin

Image of the PlayStation Portal handheld gaming device

PlayStation Portal release date, price, features, specs, and everything we know

By Rob Dwiar last updated

The PlayStation Portal is now out in the wild and we've gathered up all the key information on it right here.

An Intel 14700K vs 7800X3D from AMD against a two tone background

14700K vs 7800X3D: which midrange processor reigns supreme?

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Now that Intel's latest processors have launched, we put the 14700K vs 7800X3D from AMD to the find which is the best processor for your needs and budget.

A Seagate FireCuda 540 on a desk

Seagate FireCuda 540 review: showcasing the power of PCIe 5.0

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Recommended

The Seagate FireCuda 540 is easily one of the fastest NVMe drives you can slot into your PC today with blisteringly quick sequential performance, but it comes at a price.

Baldur's Gate 3 playing on a MacBook Pro 16-inch

The Apple M3 chip could revolutionize how we view integrated graphics

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

The recently unveiled Apple M3 chip promises powerful performance boosts edging closer to a dedicated gaming laptop.

An Intel 14700K vs 13900K against a two tone background

14700K vs 13900K: can Intel's new midrange chip dethrone last generation's best?

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Now that Intel's latest processors have launched, we put the 14700K vs 13900K to the find which is the best processor for your needs and budget.

PS5 vs PS5 Digital

PS5 vs PS5 Digital Edition: which PlayStation 5 console should you choose?

By Rhys Wood last updated

Versus We've compared the PS5 vs PS5 Digital Edition to clear up any questions. We'll be ranking them in terms of games, price, and more.

A rendering of the Intel Meteor Lake processor die

5 things I want to see from Intel Meteor Lake – and one thing Intel must finally fix

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Intel Meteor Lake is coming as soon as December 14, 2023. Here’s everything I want to see form Intel’s new chips.

The 14900K vs 7800X3D against a two tone background

14900K vs 7800X3D: putting Intel's best CPU against AMD's gaming champion

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Now that Intel's latest processors have launched, we put the 14900K vs 7800X3D to the test find which is the best processor for your needs and budget.

An intel core i9-14900K vs 7950X from AMD facing off against a two-tone background

14900K vs 7950X: Intel and AMD's flagship CPUs go head to head

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Now that Intel's latest processors have launched, we put the 14900K vs 7950X to the test find which is the best flagship processor for your needs.

Corsair TC100 Relaxed

Corsair TC100 Relaxed review - brilliantly budget

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated

Great Value

Review The Corsair TC100 Relaxed proves that cheap gaming chairs can be high quality from established brands.

Logitech Litra Beam LX

Logitech Litra Beam LX review - dual functionality at a premium

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

The Logitech Beam LX features stellar RGB lighting and a bright LED key light but its functionality comes with a high price tag.

Fire God Liu Kang in Mortal Kombat 1

Mortal Kombat 1 - everything we know

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated

Mortal Kombat 1 is out now on a range of platforms. Here's what you need to know, including a look at gameplay and the latest trailers.

Logitech Yeti GX

Logitech Yeti GX review - a great-sounding microphone for streamers

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

The Logitech Yeti GX is a compact and high-quality USB microphone that performs consistently, even though it doesn’t necessarily wow.

Peter and Miles in Spider-Man 2

Spider-Man 2 on PS5 looks to include every suit you could ever want

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Sony has revealed new info about Spider-Man 2 during a recent State of Play event, with a wealth of suits to use around New York.

Pimax Crystal

Pimax Crystal review - undeniably powerful, but unfinished

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Not quite crystal clear

Scorpion and Frost in Mortal Kombat 1

Mortal Kombat 1 review - a definitive new beginning

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Review Mortal Kombat 1 digs deep into the series’ extensive history to deliver the best fighting experience for the franchise in over 30 years.

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor

Star Wars Jedi director Stig Asmussen is leaving EA and Respawn

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

The director of Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order and Survivor, Stig Asmussen, is leaving Respawn and EA "to pursue new adventures".

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D in an AM5 motherboard

AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D review: a fantastic premium performer, but its price holds it back

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Recommended

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D processor offers powerful performance for gaming and is decent for productivity, too.

Picross S+

All the delisted 3DS Picross games are coming to the Nintendo Switch

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Picros S+ has been announced for the Nintendo Switch which includes content from all nine 3DS-era titles in the series.

Still from Fortnite Chapter 3 Season 2 trailer

Epic Games recruits Charlie Wen, designer of God of War's Kratos, as new creative executive

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated

Charlie Wen, who previously designed Kratos from the God of War series as well as many MCU characters, has been appointed CCO of Epic Games.

Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag

Assassin's Creed 4 Black Flag was pulled from Steam because of a "technical issue"

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

A Ubisoft representative has confirmed why Assassin's Creed 4 Black Flag was pulled from Steam.

Jean-Claude Van Damme in Mortal Kombat 1

Mortal Kombat 1 finally includes Jean-Claude Van Damme as Johnny Cage

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Jean-Claude Van Damme has been revealed as a skin for Johnny Cage in Mortal Kombat 1 after decades of waiting.

Kingston Fury Beast DDR5 slotted into a motherboard

Kingston Fury Beast RGB DDR5 review: pretty and powerful

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Recommended

Kingston Fury Beast RGB DDR5 RAM is some of the best that you can slot into your PCIE 5.0 build right now.

JBL Quantum TWS in case

JBL Quantum TWS review - stellar sound quality and style

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

The JBL Quantum TWS gaming earbuds punch above their weight with solid all-round performance and a competitive price point.

A astronaut in Starfield sitting in a cockpit

Starfield features Skyrim's infinite money glitch - for now

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Diligent Starfield players have discovered that Skyrim's old infinite money glitch still works in Bethesda's latest game.

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