Can Laptops Be Upgraded?

Yes! Despite what many people think, laptops can be upgraded in several ways. While you can't swap out the CPU or GPU in most laptops like you can with a desktop, there are meaningful upgrades that can extend your laptop's life by years.

Battery Replacement

Laptop batteries degrade over time. After 2-3 years, most batteries hold significantly less charge. A new battery can restore your laptop's portability. We stock batteries for most major brands.

RAM Upgrade

RAM controls how many tasks your laptop can handle simultaneously. If your laptop has 4GB, upgrading to 8GB or 16GB will make a dramatic difference. Most laptops have accessible RAM slots.

Hard Drive / SSD Upgrade

This is the single most impactful upgrade. Replacing a traditional hard drive with an SSD makes your laptop feel brand new — boot times drop from minutes to seconds, programs open instantly, and everything feels snappier.

Wireless Card Upgrade

Older laptops may have slow Wi-Fi cards. Upgrading to a modern wireless card improves internet speeds and connection reliability.

Rather Sell Than Upgrade?

If upgrading sounds like too much work, you can always sell your laptop and put the money toward a new one. LaptopReno.com buys laptops in any condition — even ones that need upgrades. Local Reno drop-off or free UPS shipping. Get your free quote today.