Buying & Selling
How to Buy a Used Laptop or MacBook Safely in the GCC
By Editorial Team6 min read
What to check before paying: specs, battery cycles, activation locks and the fair price compared with new.
Check before you pay
Spend ten minutes on these checks:
- Processor, RAM and storage match the listing
- Battery health or cycle count
- No activation or firmware lock (for MacBooks, Find My is off)
- Keyboard, ports, speakers, camera and screen all work
Is the price fair?
Compare with the current new price in the Price Guide. A used laptop that costs almost as much as a new one with warranty is rarely a good deal.
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Is a refurbished laptop better than a used one?
Refurbished units are usually tested and come with a seller warranty, so they can be a safer choice.