Lewis Maddison

Lewis Maddison

Reviews Writer

Lewis Maddison is a Reviews Writer for TechRadar. He previously worked as a Staff Writer for our business section, TechRadar Pro, where he gained experience with productivity-enhancing hardware, ranging from keyboards to standing desks. His area of expertise lies in computer peripherals and audio hardware, having spent over a decade exploring the murky depths of both PC building and music production. He also revels in picking up on the finest details and niggles that ultimately make a big difference to the user experience.

Articles by: Lewis Maddison

Triptych of Grace Ashcroft in Resident Evil: Requiem, Gordon Freeman and Alyx Vance in Half-Life 2, and Lara Croft in Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis

'The Half-Life 2 of AI': Saber executive thinks the controversial tech will create great games someday — but I’m not so sure

By Lewis Maddison Published

Saber Interactive doubles down on its enthusiasm for AI in game development — but are you sold?

top-down view of Razer Huntsman V3 HE Magnetic Tenkeyless 8KHz on desk with pink wall in background

I didn’t think any analog keyboard could outperform my beloved SteelSeries — but then I tried Razer’s new magnetic Huntsman

By Lewis Maddison Published

Razer makes the Huntsman magnetic — but does it result in performance gains?

Three-quarter view of Logitech G305 X Superlight on desk with pink wall in background

I loved the minuscule weight of this Logitech gaming mouse — but I was even more surprised by its price

By Lewis Maddison Published

Logitech’s budget-friendly gaming mouse cuts the weight without losing the features.

Top-down view of MechLands Vibe99 on table with pink wall in background

'If you’re looking for a cheap mechanical keyboard, you can’t do much better': I tested a budget clacker that's impressive for gaming or home working — but its cutbacks are evident

By Lewis Maddison Published

How well does this retro-looking mechanical keyboard perform by modern standards?

Top-down view of Keychron K8 Ultra 8K on desk with pink wall in background

'There aren’t many keyboards offering better value for money': I tested a bargain mechanical keyboard from Keychron that will tempt gamers — just make sure you get yourself a wrist-rest

By Lewis Maddison Published

The K8 Ultra 8K aims to compete with big brands by offering an impressive spec for a low price — but has it succeeded?

Three-quarter view of Turtle Beach PlayTrek 2-in-1 Case for Nintendo Switch 2 on a desk with pink wall in background

I’d recommend this Switch 2 all-in-one case over Nintendo’s official version having tested them both — and there’s one clear reason why

By Lewis Maddison Published

Turtle Beach’s all-in-one solution challenges Nintendo’s own — is it better?

Gulikit KK3 Max leaning on plinth on desk with pink wall in background

‘A capable controller with plenty of adjustments’: while this Nintendo Switch 2 and PC gamepad looks like an Xbox controller, it hides some serious upgrades — but there are a few sticking points you need to know about

By Lewis Maddison Published

It may look like your typical Xbox controller, but the GuliKit KK3 Max has a few more tricks up its sleeve.

Turtle Beach Command Series KB5 on desk with pink wall in background

I tested Turtle Beach’s massive mechanical gaming keyboard, and it has the lowest key profile I’ve ever seen — but there’s another feature that steals the show

By Lewis Maddison Published

The KB5 has all the keys you could want, plus a touchscreen — but are these features enough to make it worth your money?

Composite image of Windows text, Steam logo, and hand holding DualSense controller

Sony and Microsoft are destroying console and PC gaming — here’s why the experts think Valve can save the day with SteamOS

By Lewis Maddison Published

PC gamers are tired of Windows, PlayStation and Xbox — can Valve and SteamOS save the day?

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Cherry XTRFY K63W Pro Compact Ultra-Wideband on desk with pink wall in background

This is one of the most interesting and comfortable gaming keyboards I’ve ever tested — but also one of the most divisive

By Lewis Maddison Published

The K63W Pro tries to do things a little differently — but are its departures a success?

Three-quarter view of Keychron K2 Ultra 8K on a desk with pink wall in background

I was impressed by the spec of this budget gaming keyboard — but there’s one feature it desperately needs

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Keychron K2 Ultra 8K has the spec of a top-tier mechanical keyboard without the high price tag — but can it really challenge the best of them?

Teenager playing on a gaming PC with two monitors

Gamers, make your voices heard — from PlayStation going discless to the endless layoffs at Xbox, what do you think are the biggest issues with gaming right now?

By Lewis Maddison Published

Gaming in 2026 isn’t looking too bright — but what's your biggest worry?

Front view of Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 and S Pen, on a desk with pink wall in background

‘The closest thing to an iPad Air in Android form’ — I was impressed by the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11, but there’s one area where it can't beat Apple

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is a direct rival to the iPad Air — but can it steal its compact tablet crown?

Three-quarter view of Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x Gen 11+ open on a desk with pink wall in background

Lenovo’s new Yoga might be the thinnest laptop I’ve ever tested — but there’s one spec that impressed me even more

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Yoga Slim 7x Gen 11 certainly impresses with its thin form — but is its performance equally as stunning?

Three-quarter view of MelGeek Made68 Ultra V2 on a desk

MelGeek Made68 Ultra V2 review: a heavy duty keyboard with a high price

By Lewis Maddison Published

The MelGeek Made68 Ultra V2 is a solid and sturdy analog keyboard — but does it live up to its price tag?

OXS Storm A2 folded up and held in hand, on a white background

‘All frequencies are clear and balanced’: the sound of this budget gaming headset impressed me, but it’s not without a few flaws

By Lewis Maddison Published

The OXS Storm A2 offers some top-line features for a reasonable price — but do they live up to expectations?

Nintendo Switch 2 leaning against plinth on desk with Genki Attack Vector attached, against a pink background

‘I’ll struggle to play in handheld mode without it now’: This Switch 2 grip case has saved me from neck pain — and it might save your console from damage, too

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Genki Attack Vector offers protection for your console and comfort in handheld mode — but is it worth its asking price?

Snakebyte Ergo Grip S2 with Joy-Con 2 controllers attached, leaning on a plinth on a desk with pink wall in background

‘Simple but reasonably effective’: This Joy-Con 2 grip is good value for money — but one feature prevents me from recommending it wholeheartedly

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Snakebyte Ergo Grip S2 looks like a simple way to hold your Joy-Con 2 controllers — but is it as ergo-nomic as its name suggests?

Three-quarter view of Keychron G5 on a desk with pink wall in background

I was surprised by how well Keychron’s new mouse performed — but one aspect might disappoint FPS players

By Lewis Maddison Published

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The Keychron G5 boasts plenty of features at a reasonable price — but does it measure up to the heavyweight hitters?

Top-down view of Razer Huntsman V3 Tenkeyless 8KHz on desk with RGB backlighting on, with pink wall in background

I love how much you can tweak the new Razer Huntsman — it's just a shame that you can't make full use of its precise analog switches

By Lewis Maddison Published

The new Razer Huntsman features a mind-boggling set of tweaks — but how well do they actually work?

Top-down view of HyperX Origins 2 1800 with RGB backlighting on, on a desk with pink wall in background

‘The mechanical switches and hardware customizations are top-tier’: this HyperX gaming keyboard is one of the best I’ve tested — but certain gamers will be disappointed

By Lewis Maddison Published

Recommended

The HyperX Origins 2 1800 promises pure mechanical excellence — but how does it fare in the modern gaming keyboard landscape?

Genki Dual Wield Nintendo Switch 2 Charging Station with Joy-Cons attached, on a desk with pink wall in background

‘It ticks many boxes’: this Joy-Con 2 charging dock is simple and effective — but if you’re after more features, you’ll be disappointed

By Lewis Maddison Published

Looking for a simple grip and charging solution for your Joy-Con 2s? Look no further than this Genki accessory.

GameSir X5 Lite on white desk with pink wall in background

‘There’s no better mobile controller at this price point’: I was blown away by the performance of the GameSir X5 Lite — but I hope it fits your hands

By Lewis Maddison Published

Recommended

The GameSir X5 Lite focuses on the basics to deliver a solid mobile controller — but how well does it actually game?

Three-quarter view of Xiaomi 17T on a desk with pink wall in background

I was amazed by the performance of the Xiaomi 17T — and only a few drawbacks spoil this otherwise great-value Android phone

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Xiaomi 17T has prestigious Leica lenses and an impressive spec — but can it deliver at this price point?

Three-quarter view of Keychron K3 HE on a desk with pink wall in background

‘The switches are surprisingly heavy’ — I didn’t expect Keychron’s new analog keyboard to feel like it did, and that’s both good and bad news

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Keychron K3 HE packs a lot of features in a small and relatively inexpensive package — but does it deliver the goods?

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