When an old laptop breaks or slows down, the big question is: repair it or buy new? Here's a simple framework to make the right call.
The 50% RuleIf the repair costs less than 50% of a comparable new laptop, repairing is usually the smart, economical choice. A ₹3,000–₹5,000 repair on a laptop that would cost ₹40,000 to replace is easy math.
Repair Usually Wins When…- It's a single component — screen, battery, keyboard, charging port, or a slow hard drive.
- The laptop is under 5–6 years old and was decent when new.
- An SSD + RAM upgrade would fix the "it's too slow" complaint — this transforms an old laptop for a few thousand rupees.
- You just need a couple more years out of it.
- The motherboard is badly damaged AND the laptop is old/low-spec.
- Multiple major parts have failed at once.
- You need significantly more performance than the machine can ever offer.
A technician can tell you exactly what's wrong, the repair cost, and whether an upgrade would solve it — so you can decide with real numbers instead of guessing. Often a ₹3,000 fix or upgrade saves you ₹40,000.
Still Stuck? Get It Fixed TodayIf these steps don't solve it, the problem may be hardware-level. Xigox offers a free diagnostic and a fixed quote before any work — with genuine parts, a 90-day warranty and free doorstep pickup across Mumbai, Thane & Palghar.
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