Articles by Aleksha McLoughlin, Freelancer

Formerly TechRadar Gaming's Hardware Editor, Aleksha McLoughlin is now a freelancer specializing in computing tech, gaming, and Ecommerce. She's the author of The Hardest Video Games Ever Made, the Editor-in-Chief of Kyusai, and is experienced in gaming/tech PR. As well as TechRadar, you can find her work on GamesRadar, PC Gamer, Dexerto, PC Guide, Esports Insider, Club386, Trusted Reviews, Play Magazine, The Escapist, and dozens of other outlets.

Articles by: Aleksha McLoughlin

The best SSD for PS5: top storage expansion options tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood last updated 15 June 26

Our guide to the best PS5 SSDs, from top performers to more affordable alternatives.

Best gaming earbuds in 2026: immersive portable audio from Sony, SteelSeries, and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated 5 June 26

We've pulled together all the best gaming earbuds on the market so you can make the most of your gaming audio experience.

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Best handheld games consoles in 2026: portable perfection, all tested and reviewed by us

By Dashiell Wood last updated 4 June 26

Buying Guide If you're in the market for a handheld games console, these are our top recommendations.

Best monitors of Computex 2026: top new displays you need to know about

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 4 June 26

Computex 2026 You really can have it all now

Best peripherals of Computex 2026: top new keyboards and mice you need to know about

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 3 June 26

Computex 2026 Computex 2026 has seen a wealth of hardware manufacturers pushing the envelope when it comes to new mice and keyboards. Here are some of our favorites we've spotted throughout the event so far.

Too much power? Asus ROG Thor 3000W Titanium III Edition is a beast of a PSU that could blow up your energy bills

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 2 June 26

Computex 2026 Asus has announced a massive 3000W PSU, aimed at gaming and productivity power users who need as much juice as physically possible.

Dell announces the new XPS 13 as a budget-priced MacBook Neo rival

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 1 June 26

Computex 2026 Dell has regeared the XPS 13 as an entry-level productivity laptop specifically geared against Apple's MacBook Neo for students.

MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ with Intel Arc G3 Extreme inside revealed at Computex 2026

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 1 June 26

Computex 2026 The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ has been announced at Computex 2026 to take on the Steam Deck.

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The best cheap webcam in 2026: our top tested picks for budget-minded users

By Christian Guyton last updated 30 May 26

Working from home? These are the best cheap webcams you can buy right now.

An AMD Radeon RX 9070, our top pick for best 1440p graphics card, against a blue techradar background

The best 1440p graphics cards in 2026: my top picks for midrange GPUs

By Christian Guyton last updated 28 May 26

Updated I'm rounding up my top picks for the best 1440p graphics cards in 2026, backed by hundreds of hours of testing.

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Best PC controllers: top gamepads from Valve, 8BitDo, and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 11 May 26

Our guide to everything you need to know about the best PC controllers that are available to buy now.

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Best green screens: our top choices for streamers and content creators

By Dashiell Wood last updated 27 April 26

Buying Guide If you're a streamer, the best green screen could enhance your streaming setup. Here are our top picks right now.

Mario jumps to get a flower, Link holds up his right hand, and Samus unleashes a purple blast of energy from her left arm

The 29 best Nintendo Switch games to play right now

By Jake Green last updated 17 April 26

Looking for the best Nintendo Switch games? Here are our choices for what you should pick up next, whether you have a Switch Lite or the OLED model.

Best PS4 headsets: unparalleled audio from SteelSeries, Astro, and more

By Kara Phillips last updated 16 April 26

We've put together a list of all the best PS4 headsets to make your buying decision much easier.

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The best DDR5 RAM in 2025: my picks for high-performance memory

By John Loeffler last updated 8 April 26

Updated I've rounded up all the best DDR5 RAM kits available for current-generation AMD and Intel desktops using more than 100 hours of extensive testing and benchmarking.

Best capture cards: everything you need to record your gameplay with Elgato, Genki, and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 27 March 26

Our guide to the best capture cards available right now, with options for both console and PC gamers.

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Best wired gaming headsets in 2026: incredible wired audio from RIG, Corsair and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated 25 March 26

Buying Guide Our guide to everything you need to know about the best wired gaming headsets right now.

The best microphones for streaming guide

Best microphones for streaming in 2026: top picks for gaming and content creators

By Dashiell Wood last updated 17 March 26

Our picks for all the best microphones for streaming, from budget offerings to high-end audio setups.

Best PS5 controllers in 2026

By Rhys Wood last updated 13 March 26

Buying guide We're rounding up all the best PS5 controllers around from the official options to third-party powerhouses.

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Best PS5 external hard drives in 2026: top picks to easily expand your PlayStation's storage

By Dashiell Wood last updated 11 March 26

Buying Guide Here's our breakdown of the best PS5 external hard drives, from easy budget recommendations to flagship models.

The best SD cards for Switch in 2026: the perfect way to expand your Nintendo game collection

By Dashiell Wood last updated 11 March 26

Buying Guide This is our comprehensive guide to all of the best Nintendo Switch SD cards available to buy right now.

The best VR headsets in 2026: VR gaming's top products from Apple, Meta, PlayStation, and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 9 March 26

Buying Guide We've rounded up the best VR headsets you should consider buying for an optimal virtual reality experience.

The best all-in-one computer for 2026: top home and office AIO PCs we've tested and ranked

By Matt Hanson last updated 16 January 26

Updated Looking for the best all-in-one computers in 2026? We're here to bring you only the top picks.

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The best thin and lightweight gaming laptop in 2025

By Matt Hanson last updated 14 November 25

Updated Get the best thin and light gaming laptop for you and never worry about lugging around a heavy gaming rig again.

The best PS4 controllers in 2025: essential gamepads from Sony, Victrix and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 29 September 25

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best PS4 controllers that money can buy from official gamepads to third-party offerings.

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