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

Best board games for two players

Best board games for two players: top picks for you and a friend

By Vic Hood last updated

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best board games for two players from more casual offerings to seasoned competitive options.

best board games: the box of Ticket to Ride, with a steam train on it

Best board games: must-play tabletop titles

By Rhys Wood last updated

We're rounding up all the best board games for all occasions and preferences available right now.

A row of the best DDR5 RAM modules against a techradar background.

The best DDR5 RAM in 2025: our top high-performance memory picks

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated

We’re rounding up all the best DDR5 RAM kits available for current-generation AMD and Intel machines for all budgets and preferences.

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AMD RX 7900 GRE vs RX 7800 XT: which midrange GPU is right for you?

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Time to see whether the bigger die makes a difference

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PS5 stock: where to buy a PlayStation 5 in April 2025

By Rob Dwiar last updated

PS5 Restock We're showing you where to find PS5 stock to get the console this month.

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The best cheap PS5 DualSense controller deals in April 2025

By Rob Dwiar last updated

We're rounding up all the best cheap PS5 DualSense controller deals available this month.

PS5 Slim

PS5 Slim: where to buy, design and specs

By Rhys Wood last updated

The PS5 Slim is finally here. Here's everything you need to know about the latest hardware revision.

Best wireless gaming mouse 2024

Best wireless gaming mouse in 2024

By Allisa James last updated

Buying Guide If you're looking for the best wireless gaming mouse then you're in the right place. Here are our recommendations.

best Windows tablets

The best Windows tablets 2024: all of the top Windows tablets reviewed

By Allisa James last updated

We're bringing you all our top picks for the best Windows tablets available in 2024 from budget picks to flagship models.

Asus ROG Strix XG27UQ

The best 4K 144Hz monitors in 2025

By Rob Webb last updated

Updated We're rounding up only the best 4K 144Hz monitors from budget picks to leading models available in 2024.

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The best 120Hz 4K monitors of 2024

By Michelle Rae Uy last updated

Updated Are you looking for a 120Hz 4K monitor? You’re not alone. These are the best such displays for PC and console gaming.

Best Acer laptops in 2024

Best Acer laptops in 2025: Top machines for work and play

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Buying Guide We're ranking only the best Acer laptops across all budgets, from budget, mid-range, and enthusiast-class champions.

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The best budget keyboards in 2025

By Rob Webb last updated

Updated You don't need to splash the cash to get a fully featured deck as the best budget keyboards will see you through confidently.

Xbox game deals.

The cheapest Xbox game deals in April 2025

By Rhys Wood last updated

Deals The latest and greatest Xbox game deals to help you save on some of the best titles.

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The cheapest PS5 SSD deals in April 2025

By Rob Dwiar last updated

Deals Here are the best PS5 SSD deals available this month if you need a cheap upgrade your console's game storage.

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AMD vs Intel: which chipmaker does processors better?

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated

Updated After years of one-sided beatdowns, the AMD vs Intel fight is getting much more interesting.

Best laptop CPU in 2024

Best laptop CPU in 2024: all you need to know from AMD, Intel, Apple, and more

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Whether you're after a gaming powerhouse, an entry-level model, or a sleek ultrabook, the best laptop CPUs are at the heart of the experience.

Intel Arrow Lake architecture

New Intel Arrow Lake CPU leak suggests its NPU could be disappointingly weak

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

New Arrow Lake leak makes it seem clear enough that desktop rigs aren't going to be Copilot+ PCs anytime soon.

AMD Ryzen 5 7600X processor

AMD Ryzen 9600X and 9700X leaks suggest these CPUs will offer a big leap in performance

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Leaked benchmarks for AMD's Ryzen 9600X and 9700X hint at some major performance uplifts.

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AMD’s top-end RDNA 4 GPU might not turn up until CES 2025 – and the second-tier model could be much later than that

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

A hardware leaker has claimed that AMD's RX 8000 graphics cards could arrive a lot later than expected.

AMD Ryzen 9000 series

New AMD Ryzen 9 9900X leaks show a powerful CPU that could worry Intel

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

New Ryzen 9900X leaks have surfaced showing the chip's supposed performance in two different benchmarks.

Seagate FireCuda 530 on a wooden table

Seagate FireCuda 530 review - Still a trailblazer

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated

Despite its age, the Seagate FireCuda 530 continues to be one of the best SSDs for PS5 that you can put into the console.

Best MSI gaming laptops 2024

The best MSI gaming laptops 2024: our pick of the gaming powerhouses

By Allisa James last updated

Buying Guide We're rounding up only the best MSI gaming laptops from budget picks to midrange offerings, and leading options.

Best high refresh rate monitors

The best high refresh rate monitors 2025: fast displays for gamers

By Michelle Rae Uy last updated

We're rounding up only the best high refresh rate monitors on the market from 144Hz picks to 500Hz superfast models.

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Best 4K curved monitors 2024: top picks for immersive media, work, and gaming

By Michelle Rae Uy last updated

I'm rounding up all the best 4K curved monitors available in 2024 from budget choices to high-end offerings for gamers.

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