https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:49:38 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last/page/2#post-2699130 Fri, 17 Feb 2017 07:54:31 +0000 SweetiePie 2699130@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I chose 3-5 but my answer is right around 3.<br /> My husband is a tech guy and he says it can be longer if it's maintained by someone who knows what they're doing (like him, haha) but for most people it is right around 3 years. </p> <p>The power cord/battery issue you have is common. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last/page/2#post-2699126 Fri, 17 Feb 2017 07:31:40 +0000 MrsBrewer 2699126@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@cascademom: I still ha ve a Dell laptop too that's going on 7years now!!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last/page/2#post-2698994 Thu, 16 Feb 2017 15:57:36 +0000 MrsLonghorn 2698994@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>my pc's have all had a short life (3 yrs max) but my macbook is still going strong over 5 years later </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698961 Thu, 16 Feb 2017 15:20:29 +0000 Greentea 2698961@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have an Apple desktop, from 2010 and it is dead, hasn't worked for a year and was only good for 5 years. I hate the waste of these computers, made to be disposable essentially, and mine had light use! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698927 Thu, 16 Feb 2017 14:33:16 +0000 codeitall 2698927@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@T.H.O.U.: Oh yes. I got consumer level HPs and Dells and they never lasted more than 2 years (I'm a designer/developer, so I'm hard on computers), my last one, I got a business level Dell Vostro and it has lasted 7 years. Granted, the software and security packs are out of date, but it still runs Photoshop just fine!</p> <p>As a general rule, I don't expect anything to be problem-free after the max warranty available from the manufacturer. Batteries especially have short lifespans compared to other components due to heat damage and limited recharges. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698730 Thu, 16 Feb 2017 10:58:35 +0000 Mrs. Yoyo 2698730@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>3 for a PC, 5 for a Mac. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698710 Thu, 16 Feb 2017 10:38:09 +0000 Freckles 2698710@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I've had my Mac Powerbook since 2010. Before that i had the Mac ibook from 2004. I only upgraded because i wanted something lighter. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698646 Thu, 16 Feb 2017 09:16:14 +0000 petitenoisette 2698646@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I voted 3-5. I expect a mac to last 5 years and a PC to last 3 with regular use. </p> <p>I ruined my first mac spilling water on it but the second one I had for 5-6 years. The screen did die on me eventually. I got my macbook air 2 years ago and it still seems brand new. Now that I have an ipad I barely use it so I expect it to last at least 5 more years. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698591 Thu, 16 Feb 2017 07:01:33 +0000 ElbieKay 2698591@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I didn't answer the poll because my answer is three years. None of the options seemed to really reflect that. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698588 Thu, 16 Feb 2017 06:59:37 +0000 T.H.O.U. 2698588@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Two thoughts </p> <p>One most insurance plans for them only cover three years. </p> <p>Two, beware that some companies like dell have a consumer line and a professional line. So people may love their work dell but the consumer version doesn't hold up so well. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698570 Thu, 16 Feb 2017 00:04:15 +0000 2littlepumpkins 2698570@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We always ruin them within two years. We have a desktop in our bedroom now. Next go around I'll be hoping for at least 2-3 years, but I want to wait til ds won't put it on the ground and stand on it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698566 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 23:43:32 +0000 birdofafeather 2698566@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@looch: ours is from when DH graduated college! It's old too but we still can use it for internet/shows, some light editing for me! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698564 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 23:41:22 +0000 birdofafeather 2698564@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@gingerbebe: yep! We have a MacBook Pro going on 9 years old. It looks like crap but damn, if it doesn't do it's job semi decently. We brought it back to life with new power cords twice! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698555 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 22:38:18 +0000 mrsbubbletea 2698555@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrsbells: something similar happened to my last hp pretty fast! I had it stashed somewhere and was just using iPads and cell phone, but my dad just took it for some car related thing and ordered a replacement battery, and says supposedly it's working great! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698549 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 22:04:53 +0000 snowjewelz 2698549@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My Sony laptop from college days lasted 4 years</p> <p>Then I got something else that lasted another 4 years I think</p> <p>Then my macbook is on year 5 now? But it's pretty slow and I really only use it for internet.. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698470 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 20:14:57 +0000 Mrs. Pen 2698470@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hmm maybe I'm unrealistic because I said more than five years!<br /> I had an HP pavilion from 2007-2010- it technically still worked but not well and I needed something that worked better.<br /> In 2012 I bought a Mac and it's still doing great! I love it so much and expect it to last another couple years. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698468 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 20:11:02 +0000 Mae 2698468@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I've never had a PC last more than 2-3 years so 3 would be the max for a PC I'd expect. My MacBooks last much longer. We finally gave up on the first one after 8 years. My current one is in perfect condition (knock wood) after 5.5 years. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698462 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 20:01:19 +0000 Mrsbells 2698462@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@honeybear: yeah many brands have gotten rid of the optical drive for cds/dvds. My hp envy doesnt have it either. I assume there is less demand for it but i still watch dvds lol<br /> @Mama Bird: yes tech is definitely built to last for a shorter time than it used to be<br /> @periwinklebee: good point. I don't use mine for work and i don't game either so I had hoped it would last longer or at least die slowly rather than so abruptly </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698461 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 20:01:13 +0000 Mrs. Goose 2698461@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a 10 year old MacBook that I use like a desktop. I want it to last forever....</p> <p>The battery is shot (that happened probaly 2 years ago) and my cord just died so we had to replace it, but otherwise it's great for how I use it. Based on that I expect my computers to last for at least 10 years (which means I'll probably always go with mac) and wish cell phones and other technology was similar. I think 5 years for a computer with no major issues should be at least a standard. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698450 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 19:48:07 +0000 honeybear 2698450@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I also have an Apple laptop that is approaching the 10-year mark. I primarily use it as a desktop, so it is physically treated very gently. We've also got a +10 year-old iMac that's still operational. </p> <p>I'd buy another Apple in a heartbeat, probably an iMac due to how I use it, but I am kind of miffed that they removed the CD/DVD drives, since I do sometimes use mine. (I know they've got external ones for sale, so I'll probably get one, but I won't be happy about it! :silly: ) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698363 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 17:16:01 +0000 periwinklebee 2698363@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think it depends what you use it for. Assuming you don't game or use it for processor intensive calculations, I don't think expecting it to last more than three years is unreasonable if it is a quality machine. I do use mine for really processor intensive calculations, and have had by far the best luck with a Mac. It was pricey and I might feel different about shelling out that much if it was only for occasional recreational use, but I need it for work and it has blown the high end windows machines I tried out of the water. I had a Mac maybe 13 years ago that was not great, and I swore off them for 10 years, but at least the one I have from a few years ago has been phenomenal, knock on wood. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698361 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 17:13:58 +0000 Mama Bird 2698361@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think they've gotten more fragile as the tech has gotten better! I have two old laptops (like 7 to 10 years old) that work great, except they're totally outdated so I can't really use them. One of them has a floppy attachment but no CD drive, it's that old.</p> <p>Now we've also got a couple nice new laptops. One lasted four years before the battery had to be replaced. The other one is only three years old and the keyboard and mouse are all wonky, it's almost impossible to use. DH blames the kids, but reading these responses I wonder if they're really to blame! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698349 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 17:02:05 +0000 Mrsbells 2698349@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@looch: haha yeah you must have done something right!<br /> @macintosh: :grin: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698345 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 17:00:39 +0000 looch 2698345@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrsbells: I think it is an unusual case. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698344 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 16:59:12 +0000 macintosh 2698344@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrsbells: yes, lol. I prefer Macs but I work with both. I am still a believer that Apple makes premium quality hardware 😊 </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698339 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 16:55:58 +0000 Mrsbells 2698339@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@macintosh: haha i just noticed your screen name.. is it out of love for apple?<br /> @cascademom:wow thats another vote for Dell.. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698337 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 16:54:30 +0000 newlypregnantlady 2698337@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'd expect it to start dying after 2 years. I've got a laptop that's functional but frustrating and it's 6 years old (it's an HP). I've considered doing a system restore but ultimately I don't use it enough to justify the hassle. I really only use it to put library books on my Kindle and make photobooks around Christmas time. </p> <p>DH's MacBook Air is still going strong after five years. He has had to replace the screen and the battery, but I think that's it. He uses it for work so it's basically just email and his online gradebook. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698334 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 16:51:06 +0000 cascademom 2698334@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Right before we got married, my Dell laptop died on me. I had to buy a new one. I've had it ever since. So, it's currently just under 8 years old. It's wonky and big. My husband wants to replace it. It's not a high priority for me, so it'll happen in the future. I'd prefer jewelry instead right now. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698333 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 16:50:04 +0000 macintosh 2698333@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I voted 3-5 but I think 3 or 4 is more realistic. For PCs, I like the new Dell Ultrabooks and my boss likes the Lenovo X-1 Carbon. I actually think Dell's support is pretty good. You could consider purchasing a 3 year extended warranty. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-long-do-you-expect-a-laptop-to-last#post-2698327 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 16:44:55 +0000 Mrsbells 2698327@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@looch: wow now thats impressive </p>