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

Razer ordered to pay $1.1 million in refunds over its Zephyr RGB mask N95 claims

By Aleksha McLoughlin Published 1 May 24

Razer has been ordered to refund its users $1.1 million after claiming its Zephyr masks were N95 quality when they were not.

New AMD RX 7900 XTX variant requires a mammoth 3x PCIe power connectors

By Aleksha McLoughlin Published 30 April 24

XFX has just unveiled a new version of the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX which needs a considerable amount of power.

Victrix Pro BFG vs Scuf Reflex Pro: which premium PS5 controller is for you?

By Rhys Wood Last updated 30 April 24

We're comparing the Victrix Pro BFG against the Scuf Reflex Pro to help you find out which PS5 controller you should get.

The Razer Wolverine V2 Pro controller and the Scuf Reflex Pro.

Razer Wolverine V2 Pro vs Scuf Reflex Pro: which high-end pad comes out on top?

By Rhys Wood Last updated 30 April 24

Updated The Razer Wolverine V2 Pro and Scuf Reflex Pro are two PS5 pro controllers, but which is best for you?

Razer Wolverine V2 and the DualSense Wireless Controller

DualSense vs Razer Wolverine V2 Pro: which PS5 controller is right for you?

By Rhys Wood Last updated 30 April 24

Versus We've compared the DualSense and the Razer Wolverine V2 to see which PS5 controller you should buy.

Leaked AMD Navi 4X GPU notes reveal up to 50% more powerful than RX 7900 XTX

By Aleksha McLoughlin Published 29 April 24

New patch notes have been allegedly datamined which show that the now-cancelled Navi 4C / 4X GPU was seriously powerful.

Broken and GPU-less RTX 4090s are being sold secondhand by scammers

By Aleksha McLoughlin Published 29 April 24

A new scam has emerged where people are selling stripped out RTX 4090s which don't even feature the AD102 silicon.

CPU capsule machine as found in Osaka, Japan

After a new Intel CPU for less? Try your luck with a Japanese Gachapon

By Aleksha McLoughlin Published 27 April 24

A viral video has surfaced of a Gachapon in Japan which dispenses Intel CPUs for as little as 500 yen (around $3).

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AMD RX 7900 GRE vs Nvidia RTX 4070: which mid-range GPU should you buy?

By Aleksha McLoughlin Published 27 April 24

We put the RX 7900 GRE vs RTX 4070 in a series of grueling tests to help you find the best midrange graphics card for your needs and budget.

Turns out the viral 'Air Head' Sora video wasn't purely the work of AI we were led to believe

By Aleksha McLoughlin Published 26 April 24

A new interview with the post production member behind the viral Air Head Sora video reveals it wasn't just AI that made the clip a reality.

Intel boss confirms Panther Lake is on track for mid-2025 release date - with some bold claims

By Aleksha McLoughlin Published 26 April 24

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger has doubled down on Panther Lake coming in mid-2025 with some bold performance claims in a recent earnings call.

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The best 4K graphics card of 2026: top options for gamers and creatives

By Aleksha McLoughlin Last updated 20 April 24

Updated Whether you’re looking to game in Ultra HD or looking to push a creative project forward, the best 4K graphics cards are up to the task.

PlayStation Pulse Elite release date, price, specs, features, and everything we know

By Rob Dwiar Last updated 20 March 24

We're bringing you everything we know about the upcoming PlayStation Pulse Elite PS5 gaming headset.

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Nvidia RTX 4080 Super vs RTX 4080: does the Ada refresh do enough?

By Aleksha McLoughlin Published 10 February 24

When comparing the RTX 4080 Super vs RTX 4080, was it worth the wait?

How to install PS5 SSD in 2026

By Aleksha McLoughlin Last updated 2 January 24

How To Installing an M.2 SSD in your PS5 is not as intimidating as you think, and we've put together a beginner-friendly guide to help.

PlayStation Pulse Explore release date, price, features, and everything we know

By Rob Dwiar Last updated 6 December 23

Here's what you need to know about the PlayStation Pulse Explore gaming earbuds.

Cyber Monday Xbox controller deals 2023 - the best offers still available

By Dashiell Wood Last updated 28 November 23

Cyber Monday Cyber Monday Xbox controller deals may be over, but some deals are hanging on.

Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch deals 2023 - the best saving still available

By Rhys Wood Last updated 28 November 23

Cyber Monday Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch deals have finished but there's a bunch of discounts still going.

Cyber Monday PS5 deals 2023 - the best discounts still live

By Dashiell Wood Last updated 28 November 23

Cyber Monday Cyber Monday PS5 deals might be officially over, but a range of discounts are still live.

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Black Friday gaming chair deals 2023 - the best discounts still available

By Rob Dwiar Last updated 25 November 23

Black Friday Black Friday gaming chair deals have come to an end, but we are still seeing some fantastic deals on gaming chairs slip through the cracks.

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14600K vs 13700K: how does Intel's latest mainstream chip stack up to last-gen's workhorse?

By Aleksha McLoughlin Published 16 November 23

Now that Intel's latest processors have launched, we put the 14600K vs 13700K to the test to find which is the best processor for your needs and budget.

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14900K vs 7950X3D: putting the best processors on the market to the test

By Aleksha McLoughlin Published 15 November 23

Now that Intel's latest processors have launched, we put the 14900K vs 7950X3D from AMD to the find which is the best processor for your needs and budget.

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

By Rob Dwiar Last updated 15 November 23

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 14 November 23

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.

Seagate FireCuda 540 review: showcasing the power of PCIe 5.0

By Aleksha McLoughlin Published 12 November 23

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.

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