Many users who choose a decent laptop on the mobile market are interested in the device's service life along with ergonomics and performance. Yes, it sounds rather strange, because this parameter entirely depends on the owner and the conditions of use.

This article will take a detailed look at the lifespan of a laptop. The user is invited to familiarize himself with all sorts of methods that can extend the "life" of a mobile device. The information will affect not only the built-in components of the gadget, but also tell the owner how to prevent the failure of accessories and batteries.

To be or not to be?

When buying a new laptop, many owners rush to unpack the battery and quickly connect it to the device. Only by constantly working at the office or at home, near an electrical outlet, users day by day reduce the life of a laptop, or rather, a battery, eliminating one of the basic parameters of a device - mobility. There are only two options for solving this problem:

1. Preferring to work indoors, the battery should not be removed from the box at all. A stored battery can be stored for many years. At any time, if necessary, it can be connected to a laptop and make the device mobile.
2. The second option requires the user to work offline. Two to three times a week, the laptop owner should unplug the mobile device from the outlet and discharge the battery to 3-5%, performing a full battery charge cycle. This is the only way to extend the life of the batteries.

Proper use of the display

Yes, the LCD screen is also at risk. The average life of a laptop is directly proportional to the health of the screen. After all, this is almost half of the mobile device. There are many factors affecting the display, and the reader will have to get acquainted with them all.

The LCD screen is connected to the base of the laptop with a special cable (a lot of small-section wires). And the hinges are only needed to open the lid and set the angle of inclination. Naturally frequent movements of this cover at large angles contribute to the fracture of the plumes over time. The problem is solved simply. When carrying out annual laptop maintenance, it is necessary to check the cable. If it is jammed in one place, then you need to move it up or down, securing it with adhesive tape on the laptop case.

Fans of working with a mobile device in nature should take care that direct sunlight does not fall on the matrix. Literally in one year of improper operation, you can burn out the display. The laptop will not break, but the color reproduction will drastically change for the worse.

A complex approach

For many users who are interested in how to increase the life of a laptop, sellers in stores recommend using additional cooling for a mobile device. This decision looks quite simple, which causes distrust of potential buyers. The usual stand is 3-5 centimeters high and 1-2 fans that blow up. Although such a decision may seem strange, but for two decades now all laptop manufacturers have not been able to solve the problem of cooling their products. Therefore, such a stand is the best thing that can be advised to the user to increase the life of the mobile device.

Modern style dictates the terms

Many buyers have already noticed the emergence of a new style that affects all mobile devices. We are talking about color and monochrome vinyl stickers on the body of the gadget. Yes, to some this will seem like another youth stupidity, but for most users, pasting laptops will benefit. The fact is that the vinyl coating increases the rigidity of the case.

The main thing here is to correctly apply the texture to the plastic of the mobile device. As practice shows, the life of the laptop due to such refinement increases. After all, if you drop the device to the ground, even from a height of half a meter, it will remain safe and sound.

Cleanliness is the key to health

The owner also needs to worry about constantly cleaning the laptop from debris and dust that collect inside the device thanks to the cooling system. Maintenance experts recommend 1-2 times a year, depending on the operating conditions. If the room has pets or is being renovated, frequent cleaning is required, otherwise the device may need to be serviced less frequently.

As for the cleaning itself, here the user himself decides whether to give the gadget to a service center or service it himself. The first option is preferable, because it provides for the complete disassembly of the mobile device, and only it can extend the life of the laptop.

Power elements of a mobile device

Here we will not talk about the mobile device itself, but about an accessory that is an integral part of any laptop. It would seem that what can happen with the usual charger that comes with the gadget, but there are still problems. For example, the life of an HP laptop can be significantly extended by using only one security measure in everyday life - disconnecting the accessory from the mains when the mobile device is not in use.

The problem is that a branded charger is very sensitive to voltage drops, since it was created for the American market. There is no stability in domestic electrical networks, the voltage is constantly changing (90-250 volts). It is these jumps that disable the power supply. And then a real lottery - an accessory will either burn out on its own, or take a laptop power management board with it.

Eating in front of a laptop display

The life of a laptop can be shortened in a very unusual way. Those who like to eat or drink some drink in front of the device display always think that they are neat and prudent. But, as practice shows, 50% of users at least once in their lives poured tea, coffee or beer on the laptop keyboard. This disappointing statistic suggests that eating in front of a laptop screen does not lead to anything good.

It’s good if the gadget has a rubberized keyboard, and the liquid simply drains through the drain holes, but not all users have such expensive devices at hand. In most cases, one mug of hot coffee can destroy the laptop motherboard in a few seconds and render the keyboard unusable.

In pursuit of high performance

In an attempt to save money, many gamers purchase low-powered laptops. Such users believe the baseless recommendations of enthusiasts that any laptop can be overclocked without problems. Yes, this is true, only few people know that such overclocking for a mobile device can be the first and last. After all, all the components inside the device case are soldered, and it’s impossible to simply replace a burnt element with a worker.

For example, the Asus gaming laptop has a lifespan of five years. This is the official number. However, the Taiwanese manufacturer in the operating requirements forbids the user to increase the performance of the device by software or hardware. In fact, the service life already depends only on the user, or rather, on his actions.

More questions than answers

And yet, what is the lifespan of a laptop? As practice shows, with proper operation recommended by the manufacturer, a mobile device can work for 7-10 years without breakdowns. It all depends on the installed components. For example, the "life" of a hard magnetic drive is 7 years of active use, and the processor will work without problems for 15 years. Do not forget about the battery, whose official resource is only 3 years, but in practice, with the right charging cycle, this period can be safely doubled.

Finally

When trying to figure out the lifespan of a laptop, many potential buyers and users overlook another factor they will have to deal with. We are talking about obsolescence of the mobile device. At this stage of technical development, there is such a thing as "product update". Here, the manufacturer is already trying to impose on users the fact that the service life of a mobile device cannot exceed 5 years, forcing the buyer to abandon old technologies and purchase new gadgets.

What is the average lifespan of a laptop without a breakdown?

I roughly imagine that a stationary computer (with a system unit and a separate keyboard, monitor) can serve without breakdowns for 3-4 years. Only vacuuming is sometimes required.

The laptop is more comfortable for my traveling schedule, but I fear it will last a lot less. Even cleaning it is unrealistic - everything is soldered. That is, the investment will not pay off. How long do laptops last on average? At least three years is there a chance that he will work without problems? No manufacturer gives a warranty for more than a year.

Martha | April 29, 2015, 10:44 am
Krabov Saveliy, I don't know where you got such strange information from. Chinese production is very different. What is produced for big films in the same China has a quality sometimes superior to the European or American assembly (by the way, almost everything is assembled from, again, parts made in China). Believe me, a person who has bought equipment more than once in the States and Europe. It's not a myth - it's a reality. Praised laptops from "Yabloko" also often fail after 1-2 years, although the production (declared) is nowhere whiter. No need to take frankly cheap Chinese "don't understand what."

In reality, there is a certain line - 3 years, when most laptops start having problems. There are models and copies that work without problems and for 5 years (I haven’t seen any more). There are especially "lucky" laptops that break down a day after purchase. However, the average laptop life I always take is 2.5-3 years.

This is an adequate assessment. In several firms with which I collaborated, the laptop fleet is updated every three years. Those. it is believed that a laptop after three years of operation should be replaced with a new one, and the old one is sold on the secondary market at a price of 25% of the original one.

Michelle | April 28, 2015, 19:59
You can clean the laptop, but if you yourself have no experience, then go to the service. The service life largely depends on the operating conditions. Working in dusty places with closed ventilation grilles greatly reduces the life of the device.

Krabov Savely | April 28, 2015, 08:02
A friend of mine buys a laptop in the price category of about 25-30 thousand rubles (in "pre-crisis" prices) every two or three years (in his words), because. then it works, but various problems arise, the elimination of which takes money and time - it's easier to buy a new laptop. Everything that is sold here (at least in Moscow) is made in China, otherwise the prices would be completely different. Naturally, a Chinese laptop will last noticeably less than one made, for example, in the USA.

The battery life of a laptop averages from 500 to 1000 cycles of full charge and discharge, depending on the manufacturer. Almost always, original batteries last longer than copies and compatible counterparts, however, their price is higher. The service life of the battery is significantly reduced if it is used improperly: the process of a reversible chemical reaction is disrupted, and the battery eventually stops holding a charge, after which it has to be replaced.

Any laptop battery cell consists of a metal plate placed in an acid or alkali solution. Under the influence of electromechanical processes, they give up part of their substance, and then take it back. Over time, the intensity of the chemical reaction weakens, after which it completely stops. Battery life is 3-5 years with proper use, but it can be significantly reduced by the following factors:

• Long-term storage in a discharged state is fatal to the battery. In this case, the battery plates deteriorate, after which recharging is impossible.
• Intense shaking, impacts and other mechanical damage lead to the closure of the plates, as a result of which the normal charging process is disrupted.
• Lithium-ion batteries, which are the most common today, do not like to work in sub-zero temperatures. At the same time, the capacity decreases, that is, the battery begins to lose the ability to give off the accumulated energy.
• The service life is also shortened due to overheating. Direct sunlight, as well as location near heaters, have a negative effect.

How to extend battery life?

Extending the life of your laptop battery requires proper charging. The optimal level is 50-70%, so it is not recommended to keep the device constantly connected to the mains. If the laptop is used at home as a desktop computer, it is recommended to separate the battery for the duration of work, and then connect it again. However, it should not lie discharged for a long time. At least twice a month, it must be fully charged and discharged so that the capacity does not decrease.

How to extend laptop battery life and improve battery life? You need to follow a few simple rules:

• The laptop must be installed on a solid surface and the cooling holes must not be blocked. Special stands with a built-in cooler will help to avoid overheating of the battery.
• It is undesirable to allow a complete discharge of the battery. If the charge level approaches 10-20%, stop working and look for an opportunity to recharge from the network.
• To increase the duration of battery life, you must disable all extraneous and additional functions. It is worth reducing the number of programs at startup, turning off the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth module if they are not needed right now. If the work needs to be interrupted, the device must be put into sleep mode to save battery.

A laptop battery life extension program such as Battery Optimizer will show you which features can be temporarily disabled to save money, and it also shows you how worn out your battery is.

Any battery is a consumable item, and its endless use is not possible. However, following simple recommendations will significantly increase its service life and achieve long battery life. If you decide to change the battery, in our store you will find high-quality components for any laptop model.

Many users who choose a decent laptop on the mobile market are interested in the device's service life along with ergonomics and performance. Yes, it sounds rather strange, because this parameter entirely depends on the owner and the conditions of use.

This article will discuss the laptop in detail. The user is invited to familiarize himself with all sorts of methods that can extend the "life" of a mobile device. The information will affect not only the built-in components of the gadget, but also tell the owner how to prevent the failure of accessories and batteries.

To be or not to be?

When buying a new laptop, many owners rush to unpack the battery and quickly connect it to the device. Only by constantly working at the office or at home, near an electrical outlet, users day by day reduce the life of a laptop, or rather, a battery, eliminating one of the basic parameters of a device - mobility. There are only two options for solving this problem:

1. Preferring to work indoors, the battery should not be removed from the box at all. A stored battery can be stored for many years. At any time, if necessary, it can be connected to a laptop and make the device mobile.
2. The second option requires the user to work offline. Two to three times a week, the laptop owner should unplug the mobile device from the outlet and discharge the battery to 3-5%, performing a full battery charge cycle. This is the only way to extend the life of the batteries.

Proper use of the display

Yes, the LCD screen is also at risk. The average life of a laptop is directly proportional to the health of the screen. After all, this is almost half of the mobile device. There are many factors affecting the display, and the reader will have to get acquainted with them all.

The LCD screen is connected to the base of the laptop with a special cable (a lot of small-section wires). And the hinges are only needed to open the lid and set the angle of inclination. Naturally frequent movements of this cover at large angles contribute to the fracture of the plumes over time. The problem is solved simply. When carrying out annual laptop maintenance, it is necessary to check the cable. If it is jammed in one place, then you need to move it up or down, securing it with adhesive tape on the laptop case.

Fans of working with a mobile device in nature should take care that direct sunlight does not fall on the matrix. Literally in one year of improper operation, you can burn out the display. The laptop will not break, but the color reproduction will drastically change for the worse.

A complex approach

For many users who are interested in how to increase the life of a laptop, sellers in stores recommend using additional cooling for a mobile device. This decision looks quite simple, which causes distrust of potential buyers. The usual stand is 3-5 centimeters high and 1-2 fans that blow up. Although such a decision may seem strange, but for two decades now all laptop manufacturers have not been able to solve the problem of cooling their products. Therefore, such a stand is the best thing that can be advised to the user to increase the life of the mobile device.

Modern style dictates the terms

Many buyers have already noticed the emergence of a new style that affects all mobile devices. We are talking about color and monochrome vinyl stickers on the body of the gadget. Yes, to some this will seem like another youth stupidity, but for most users, pasting laptops will benefit. The fact is that the vinyl coating increases the rigidity of the case.

The main thing here is to correctly apply the texture to the plastic of the mobile device. As practice shows, the life of the laptop due to such refinement increases. After all, if you drop the device to the ground, even from a height of half a meter, it will remain safe and sound.

Cleanliness is the key to health

The owner also needs to worry about the constant debris and dust that collect inside the device thanks to the cooling system. Maintenance experts recommend 1-2 times a year, depending on the operating conditions. If the room has pets or is being renovated, frequent cleaning is required, otherwise the device may need to be serviced less frequently.

As for the cleaning itself, here the user himself decides whether to give the gadget to a service center or service it himself. The first option is preferable, because it provides for the complete disassembly of the mobile device, and only it can extend the life of the laptop.

Power elements of a mobile device

Here we will not talk about the mobile device itself, but about an accessory that is an integral part of any laptop. It would seem that what can happen with the usual charger that comes with the gadget, but there are still problems. For example, the life of an HP laptop can be significantly extended by using only one security measure in everyday life - disconnecting the accessory from the mains when the mobile device is not in use.

The problem is that a branded charger is very sensitive to voltage drops, since it was created for the American market. There is no stability in domestic electrical networks, the voltage is constantly changing (90-250 volts). It is these jumps that disable the power supply. And then a real lottery - an accessory will either burn out on its own, or take a laptop power management board with it.

Eating in front of a laptop display

The life of a laptop can be shortened in a very unusual way. Those who like to eat or drink some drink in front of the device display always think that they are neat and prudent. But, as practice shows, 50% of users poured tea, coffee or beer at least once in their lives. This disappointing statistic suggests that eating in front of a laptop screen does not lead to anything good.

It’s good if the gadget has a rubberized keyboard, and the liquid simply drains through the drain holes, but not all users have such expensive devices at hand. In most cases, one mug of hot coffee can destroy the laptop motherboard in a few seconds and render the keyboard unusable.

In pursuit of high performance

In an attempt to save money, many gamers purchase low-powered laptops. Such users believe the baseless recommendations of enthusiasts that any laptop can be overclocked without problems. Yes, this is true, only few people know that such overclocking for a mobile device can be the first and last. After all, all the components inside the device case are soldered, and it’s impossible to simply replace a burnt element with a worker.

For example, the service life of a class is set by the manufacturer at around five years. This is the official number. However, the Taiwanese manufacturer in the operating requirements forbids the user to increase the performance of the device by software or hardware. In fact, the service life already depends only on the user, or rather, on his actions.

More questions than answers

And yet, what is the lifespan of a laptop? As practice shows, with proper operation recommended by the manufacturer, a mobile device can work for 7-10 years without breakdowns. It all depends on the installed components. For example, the "life" of a hard magnetic drive is 7 years of active use, and the processor will work without problems for 15 years. Do not forget about the battery, whose official resource is only 3 years, but in practice, with the right charging cycle, this period can be safely doubled.

Finally

When trying to figure out the lifespan of a laptop, many potential buyers and users overlook another factor they will have to deal with. We are talking about obsolescence of the mobile device. At this stage of technical development, there is such a thing as "product update". Here, the manufacturer is already trying to impose on users the fact that the service life of a mobile device cannot exceed 5 years, forcing the buyer to abandon old technologies and purchase new gadgets.

In a sense, both are right. The fact is that technologies are developing quite quickly, so in a couple of years, a laptop can really be considered obsolete.

Nevertheless, a lot of people can still use such a laptop in their work. At the same time, many manage to achieve such accurate operation that the machine will serve for more than five years. How to do it? First, the laptop should not overheat. When watching a movie in bed, place your laptop on a stand or dining table so that there is enough space underneath for air to escape from the cooling system. Secondly, do not use too many programs and even more so games. Even formatting the disk will not be able to save the laptop system from natural clogging of their codes. Therefore, be very careful about what you install on your laptop. Thirdly, consider the rules of normal operation.

The laptop cannot be dropped, turned over, shaken, beaten, poured with drinks, in general it needs to be protected, the thing is quite fragile. Fourthly, the laptop must be properly and regularly cleaned of dust that inadvertently accumulates in its insides during operation. It is simply impossible to cope with the last task without outside qualified help. If you need to clean the laptop from dust, you need to contact the Note plus company. This service is engaged in comprehensive maintenance of laptops of different models. Anyone who wants to keep it in good condition for many years can entrust him with the cleaning and prevention of his device.