When to Repair vs Replace Your Laptop or PC

But when your device starts acting up, slowing down, refusing to charge, or randomly shutting off, the big question is: Should you repair it or replace it?

At AMT Electronics, we help everyday users and professionals make the right call with honest advice, expert diagnostics, and affordable repairs. Here’s how to decide what’s best for you and your device.

When Repairing Your Laptop Makes More Sense

In many cases, a professional repair is all you need to get your laptop running like new again — without the hefty price tag of a replacement.

Common repair-worthy issues include:

• Cracked or flickering screen
  

• Slow performance due to ageing hard drives or low RAM
  

• Battery no longer holding charge
  

• Broken charging port or keyboard
  

• Software glitches or overheating
  

If the core components — like the motherboard or CPU — are still functioning well, a repair can significantly extend the lifespan of your laptop. In fact, with the right parts, you might get another 2–3 years of solid use.

Pro Tip: If your laptop is less than 5 years old and the cost of repair is under 40% of a new model, repair is often the smarter move.

When It's Better to Replace Your Laptop

There comes a point where repair costs approach (or exceed) the value of the device. In those cases, replacing your laptop might be the more practical and cost-effective option.

Consider replacing if:

• The motherboard or CPU has failed in an older laptop
  

• Your device is over 6–7 years old and struggling with newer software

• Repair costs are more than 50–60% of a comparable new model

• You need faster performance, better graphics, or longer battery life than your current model can provide

• It’s a low-end model and parts are either unavailable or expensive

Investing in a newer device can give you better speed, improved security features, and longer battery life — especially important if you rely on your laptop for business or daily productivity.

Not Sure? Get a Professional Diagnosis First

Before deciding, it’s worth getting a thorough inspection by a trusted technician. At AMT Electronics, we run full diagnostics to assess:

• What’s actually wrong (hardware, software, or both)

• Whether a fix is straightforward or costly

• How your current specs compare to what you really need

• The long-term value of a repair vs. upgrade

Our experienced team will give you clear, honest advice — not pressure. If we can repair your laptop for a fraction of what a new one would cost, we’ll let you know. And if we think it’s time for an upgrade, we’ll tell you that too.

Why Choose AMT Electronics?

We’ve been Melbourne’s trusted laptop and MacBook repair experts for over 30 years, offering:

• Fast turnaround and same-day repairs where possible
  

• High-quality parts and workmanship
  

• Competitive pricing — no hidden costs
  

• Convenient CBD location — walk in, no appointment needed
  

• Repairs for all major brands: Apple, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Asus, and more
  

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