# Haven’t replaced your laptop in a few years? Here’s how to know if it’s college-ready or time for an upgrade

> Everyone eyes up shiny next-gen laptops in ads and store windows sometimes and thinks about how nice it would be to have a new device – but do you really need one?

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/computing/laptops/havent-replaced-your-laptop-in-a-few-years-heres-how-to-know-if-its-college-ready-or-time-for-an-upgrade?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68b9db330b68029bccb46b6d)
- **Published:** 2025-09-04
- **Category:** Computers & IT
- **Tags:** #laptops #college #upgrade #haven #ready #replaced #basic #browsing
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