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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
SSDs are significantly faster and more durable than traditional hard drives, so a laptop with an SSD starts and opens programs far quicker. Hard drives still give more storage per shilling, which suits backups or a large media library on an external drive.
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Shop all laptops →Key takeaways
- SSD: speed and durability.
- HDD: cheap bulk storage.
- Use an external HDD for backups.
- Upgrading an old laptop to SSD is a cheap boost.
01What to look for before you buy
SSD
Fast start and loading
More durable
Costs more per GB
HDD
Cheap per GB
Slower, more fragile
Good for backups
02Where these figures come from
Figures are indicative and change often; confirm with a written quote. Sources checked October 2026: Mars Computers laptop guide.
03Best prices in stock today
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Shop all SSDs and drives →Prices update live from the Qyvea store. Tap any product to see full specs, stock and delivery options, or ask us on WhatsApp for a recommendation.
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
Full details: return & refund policy.
05Frequently asked questions
Can I replace my laptop's HDD with an SSD?
Usually yes and it is the most effective upgrade for an old laptop.
How much SSD do I need?
256GB minimum; 512GB is comfortable.
