Repairing or Buying a New Computer? Which is Worth It?
21st century is aptly referred to
as the "techno age". Getting brand new computers these
days are no big deals at all. Both desktops and laptops
have become so inexpensive, that people are under
the impression that replacing a computer is worth
than repairing it. To break it up, new computer prices
have gone down the graph partly due to cost cuts in
build quality, parts quality, and integrated hardware.
Considering these factors, I must say, repairing a
"GOOD" computer by spending up to 10-20% of its market
cost pays back better than a new machine, of course,
unless you receive a significant speed and performance
increase.
A glance into the following matters
is a MUST before deciding whether to repair or get
a new computer:
1. Find out if the repair is covered
within the warranty period or any type of extended
service agreement.
2. Enquire about the estimate of
repairing your computer.
3. Find out how long will the machine
repair be warranted.
4. Life of the hard drive and the
power supply should last for at least 3-6 years, and
warranty of other mechanical drives to vary with the
usage amount.
5. It is worth repairing a computer
if it costs you around $200 along with a satisfactory
performance and functionality.
6. A new computer should replace
the old one if you expect something better in every
way, or if the repairing charges exceed $500.
7. Get yourself a new machine if
the current one lacks certain upgraded yet necessary
functionality. 8. The new PC should come with a warranty
of at least 1 year.
We hope our news, information
and articles will help you make an informed choice
when buying a cheap
laptop computer.
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