I've tested several of the latest budget gaming laptops recently, and the Lenovo LOQ Essential 15 is the best value of them all Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 30 October 2025 at 20:20 The Lenovo LOQ Essential 15 Gen 9 takes aim at the budget gaming laptop market – but is it the best among them?
I tried Lenovo’s new gaming PC and its build and performance are top-tier – but another aspect impressed me even more Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 27 October 2025 at 22:36 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?
I tested this new budget gaming laptop from MSI, and while the price is eye-catching, you’ll have to settle for sub-par performance Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 23 October 2025 at 17:41 The MSI Cyborg 15 comes with a tantalizing price tag – but is it good value?
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 Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 26 September 2025 at 15:28 The Asus Zephyrus G14 (2025) looks more like an everyday laptop than a chunky gaming machine – does this mean it performs like one?
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 Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 17 September 2025 at 12:15 Can any Chromebook really be worth what the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14-inch costs? We find out.
After testing PC Specialist’s new Defiance model, I’m convinced it’s one of the best cheap gaming laptops around – so long as you remain plugged in Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 9 September 2025 at 10:59 The PC Specialist Defiance II 16 offers a powerful spec at a low price point – but does it live up to expectations?
Acer Nitro V 15 review: performance is great for the price – as long as you can stand the heat Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 29 August 2025 at 04:24 The Acer Nitro V 15 Intel offers strong performance at a budget price – is there a catch?
I tested the Acer Aspire 14 AI (2025) and couldn’t believe how long its battery lasted – but it fails to impress in other areas Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 29 August 2025 at 04:22 The new Aspire 14 AI (2025) promises advanced features to help with everyday tasks – but do they live up to the hype?
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 Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 29 August 2025 at 04:18 The Asus TUF Gaming A16 (2025) is a very well-priced machine considering the spec – but is it really worth your money?
I tested the Aukey Spark Mini 20000 and it looks smart but doesn’t do much to set itself apart Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 20 August 2025 at 02:00 The Aukey Spark Mini 20000 looks sleek and is easy to live with – but is that enough at this price point?
I was thankful for this Ugreen power bank's retractable cable, but its 20,000mAh capacity wasn't enough to charge my laptop fully Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 18 August 2025 at 00:00 The Ugreen Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 165W has plenty of power – but is it really suitable for your larger devices?
I spent a week with the Cherry XTRFY MX 3.1 and it failed to impress me – or justify its high price Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 17 August 2025 at 00:00 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?
I tested the Anker Prime TB5 Docking Station and it’s ideal for power users – if they can afford it Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 16 August 2025 at 21:02 The Anker Prime TB5 Docking Station has plenty of interfaces and state-of-the-art features – but is it worth the cost?
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 Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 31 July 2025 at 11:10 The Acer Predator Helios 18 AI is one of the most powerful gaming laptops around – but is it worth the gigantic asking price?
Finally, a gaming chair that does things differently – but I’m not sure I can stomach the cost Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 26 July 2025 at 15:00 The Quersus ICOS.2 has decided to do the gaming chair a little differently – but has its gamble paid off?
I loved playing fighting games on this multiplatform controller and you will too – if your hands aren’t too big for it Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 20 July 2025 at 15:00 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?
I tested the Hori Force Feedback Racing Wheel DLX and liked its comfortable shape, but there are some concerning issues affecting performance Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 6 July 2025 at 15:00 The Hori Force Feedback Racing Wheel DLX looks the part – but how does it perform? © Future
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 Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 30 June 2025 at 11:10 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? © Future
I tested the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 and liked its large display and fast performance – but it doesn’t have the best battery life Latest from TechRadar in Reviews By: lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) 30 June 2025 at 11:10 The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 is a 16-inch device with a promising spec – but is it right for you? © Future
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