# I bought the cheapest laptop on Amazon - here are 3 reasons why you really shouldn't do that

> As any savvy online shopper will tell you, it's wise to be a bit selective about your purchases, especially when it comes to tech.

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/computing/windows-laptops/i-bought-the-cheapest-laptop-on-amazon-here-are-3-reasons-why-you-really-shouldnt-do-that?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=694dad7091595e1e359ccc75)
- **Published:** 2025-12-25
- **Category:** Computers & IT
- **Tags:** #amazon #laptops #cheapest #bought #especially #reasons #shouldn #absolute
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