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01. What to look for before you buy02. Where these figures come from03. Best prices in stock today04. Why buy from Qyvea05. FAQ
Quick answer
Kenyan laptop guides treat 8GB as the minimum for students and office users, and recommend 16GB for engineering, design, coding or heavy multitasking. If you keep many browser tabs and apps open, 16GB feels noticeably smoother and extends the laptop's useful life.
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- 8GB: school, office, browsing.
- 16GB: coding, design, multitasking.
- SSD matters as much as RAM.
- Check if RAM can be upgraded.
01What to look for before you buy
| Use | RAM |
|---|---|
| School, Word, YouTube | 8GB |
| Office with many tabs | 8 to 16GB |
| Coding, design, light editing | 16GB |
| Gaming, video editing | 16GB or more |
02Where these figures come from
Figures are indicative and change often; confirm with a written quote. Sources checked October 2026: Mars Computers: laptops for students in Kenya.
03Best prices in stock today
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04Why buy from Qyvea
Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea
- Genuine branded products sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product)
- 7-day returns and exchanges; damaged or wrong item? Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund
- Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card; refunds go back the same way
- Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya
- Delivered to your door, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews (bought from us? leave a review)
- Talk to a person on WhatsApp 0113 301 244, usually within 30 minutes
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05Frequently asked questions
Can I add RAM later?
Many laptops allow it; some have soldered RAM. Check the model.
Is SSD or RAM more important?
An SSD gives the bigger everyday speed boost; both matter.
