Despite being tossed around and containing a lot of miniaturized tech, laptops can, if treated well, have a long working life This article explains how long laptops last on average. It will also discuss how upgrading parts can affect the lifecycle of a laptop. In general, laptops can last many years if you invest in reliable machines and care for them. How Often Should You Replace a Laptop? It’s relatively common to either upgrade or replace a laptop somewhere five to ten years after purchase, but there isn’t a specific shelf life on a laptop. If a key component fails…