Battery only lasts an hour, replace or buy new?
The battery is a wear part. Replacing is possible, but smart depends on age, model, and how many other weak spots remain.
Try this first
- 1Check age and specs. Under 3 years and the rest is fine: battery replacement is usually worth it.
- 2Over 4 years or already on a tight machine (8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD): usually better to plan replacement.
- 3Get a quote from an authorised repair shop or the manufacturer. If it tops 30% of a replacement laptop, swap.
- 4Do not self-open modern business laptops; many use glued batteries that are easy to puncture.
When to bring us in
We can name typical replacement costs and a comparable replacement model for your specific laptop, so the trade-off is honest.
See also
- Should we buy or lease laptops as a 5-person company?Both work. Lease is predictable but pricier over the term; buying needs cash and your own depreciation. The difference is mostly admin.
- Is buying refurbished smart or asking for trouble?For office work fine, if from a serious vendor with warranty and a clean OS install. The trap is shady marketplace listings.
- How much RAM and SSD for office work in 2026?Rule of thumb for knowledge work: 16 GB RAM and 512 GB SSD as a comfortable minimum. 8 GB already feels tight; 32 GB is for heavy tools.
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