--- title: "Laptop Screen Cracked, Dim or Flickering: Replacement Guide | Qyvea" url: https://qyvea.co.ke/laptop-screen-cracked-or-flickering-replacement-kenya description: "How to replace a cracked, flickering or dim laptop screen in Kenya: find the right panel, connector and size, what is repairable and when a new laptop makes more sense. Live prices, free Nairobi delivery over KES 5,000 and 7-day returns." updated: 2026-10-17 --- > Markdown copy of https://qyvea.co.ke/laptop-screen-cracked-or-flickering-replacement-kenya for AI assistants. Prices and stock change; check the live page. 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Can I Replace It? A cracked screen can be replaced if you match the panel size, connector and resolution. Check the cost against the laptop's value. The wrong laptop costs you hours every week for years. Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that. **In this guide you will see:** - Match size, resolution and connector. - Flicker can be a cable or backlight, not the panel. - Compare the part cost to the laptop's value. Quick answer Laptop screens are replaceable parts. The right panel matches the screen size, resolution, connector type and the way it mounts, which varies by model. A dim or flickering screen can also be a loose cable, a failing backlight or a graphics fault, so confirm the cause first. If the laptop is old and the screen costs a large share of a new machine, compare before you buy. 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Real products, live prices, in stock now ## Key takeaways - Match size, resolution and connector. - Flicker can be a cable or backlight, not the panel. - Compare the part cost to the laptop's value. - Have it fitted by a technician. ## What to look for before you buy 1. **Confirm the fault**: Connect an external monitor; if it looks fine, the panel or cable is the problem. 2. **Find the model**: Note the laptop model and the panel code behind the screen. 3. **Choose the panel**: Match size, resolution and connector. 4. **Fit or book a technician**: Screens are delicate; have it fitted if unsure. 5. **Test before closing**: Check colours, brightness and the camera before reassembling. 6. **Compare costs**: Decide between repair and replacement. ## Best prices in stock today Prices update live from the Qyvea store. Tap any product to see full specs, stock and delivery options, or [ask us on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/254113301244) for a recommendation. ## Why 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](https://g.page/r/CY2LNNqrlgV5EBM/review)) - **Talk to a person** on WhatsApp [0113 301 244](https://wa.me/254113301244), usually within 30 minutes Full details: [return & refund policy](https://qyvea.co.ke/return-policy). ## Frequently asked questions Can I use any screen of the same size? No. Connector, resolution and mounting differ. Match the model or panel code. Why is my screen flickering? It can be the cable, the backlight or the graphics. An external monitor test helps separate them. Is it worth repairing an old laptop? Compare the part and labour cost with the laptop's value and what you need from it. Do you fit it? Contact us on WhatsApp to discuss fitting; availability varies. ## Why customers choose Qyvea **Genuine brands**: Manufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box. **One team, start to finish**: The people who advise you also install and support it. **Fast answers**: WhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi. **Easy to buy**: Pay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000. **Risk taken off you**: 7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations. **Customers say so**: Rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews. **Your next step takes one minute:** send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs. ## Related articles [Shopping Guides · Guide My Laptop Hinge Is Broken or the Casing Cracked. Can It Be Repaired? 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