How long does a laptop last? Wear and durability
Wear and durability of a laptop vary depending on usage. We clarify the question of how long a laptop lasts and how you can reduce the wear on your device yourself.
A laptop lasts that long - wear and durability
Basically, the lifespan of laptops differs by the purchase price. Find out in advance whether there are frequent predetermined breaking points for the brand or model. Pay particular attention to long-term tests that do not originate from the manufacturer.
- In addition to the basic processing of laptops, wear increases significantly when you use it on the go. Be sure to use a laptop bag or sleeve.
- If you carry your device in a backpack, you should make sure that the device is not pressed. The display is particularly vulnerable if there are no spacers next to the keyboard or on the housing of the screen.
- As a first recommendation, we have listed the most popular notebooks for you.
Wear and durability of laptops
After a while, laptops become hot and noisy because the fan is clogged with dust.
- In another article, we will show you how to thoroughly dedust your laptop.
- The lifespan of the battery varies depending on whether you are constantly charging the laptop at the socket or using the internal battery. The laptop battery should not be charged continuously - use the device between charging times without an external power source. Otherwise the battery drains very quickly. If you want to conserve the battery and not use the laptop on the go, you can remove the battery.
- The average laptop will be at least two years old. Depending on the brand and the type of use, the service life can be significantly longer. If the device has a defect within two years, you can at least claim your guarantee. The more you use it, the shorter it lasts. You can usually count on three to five years. When used intensively, a good laptop will last at least two years.
Lifespan of a laptop: durability
The hardware remains current for about three years. You will then have problems with newer software or outdated hardware. Gaming laptops are particularly affected.
- The keyboard and mousepad are susceptible to wear. The peripheral devices gradually decrease in response time or accuracy.
- To counteract this, you can connect an external mouse or keyboard.
- If the keyboard is already damaged, we will explain how to replace a notebook keyboard.
The more external hardware you connect to your laptop, the less wear on the integrated components. In another practical tip, we will show you how to connect an external monitor to your laptop. If an SSD hard drive is installed in your laptop, you can also protect it by connecting an external USB hard drive.