How Do I Know What Battery To Buy for My Laptop?
There are many things to consider when looking for a replacement battery for your laptop.
It goes without saying that the number one thing you need to look for is compatibility; if it doesn’t fit in your laptop it’s not going to work and won’t provide any power at all!
However most laptops can accommodate most batteries with few exceptions (so you probably don’t need to be too worried about this).
The capacity of the battery (measured in milliamp hours or mAh) will tell you how much charge it can hold.
This also varies by manufacturer and size of the laptop so there isn’t an easy way to say what capacity is right for you short of knowing the specifics of your machine.
Generally speaking the larger the mAh of your battery the longer it lasts.
Another important consideration is how long you will be away from a power outlet.
If you’re only going to be unplugged for an hour or two most batteries should do just fine.
But if you expect to go all day on battery power it’s better to invest in something with more mAh so you don’t get caught without any charge left when you need it most!
A good rule of thumb is that laptops typically last 1-2 hours on average before needing a recharge (though this number will vary depending on what apps are running and other variables).
What type of battery is in my laptop how do I check?
The most common types of batteries are lithium-ion (LI-on) lithium-ion polymer (LiPo) and nickel-metal hydride (NiMH).
Lithium-ion batteries offer higher energy density at the cost of safety; they are more likely to overheat or get punctured.
They also last longer than nickel batteries but take much longer to charge.
Nickel metal hydride batteries offer excellent performance in terms of longevity and charging time but tend to be heavier than other options.
Alternatively you could look into something like a fuel cell battery which is still relatively experimental but offers an incredibly long life span with fast recharge time.
But to check what battery your laptop currently has in it you can find this information in the laptop’s manual or on the manufacturer’s website.
Or simply open the back of your laptop and look for the model number printed right on the battery cell.
Where can I find a replacement battery?
You’ll have to consult your laptop’s manual to see what kind of battery it uses then do some research online to figure out how much it costs and where you can buy one.
If your laptop is particularly old you may not be able to find any compatible replacements so you might have to upgrade your whole machine instead.
Another option is buying generic replacement batteries which are much cheaper but tend not to last as long or charge as well (the cost-benefit will depend on what kind of battery you get and how often you use it).
How do i know if my current battery needs replacing?
The simplest way is to see if the battery meter in your laptop is showing full power when it’s plugged in.
If you can’t get more than an hour out of your battery at maximum capacity chances are it’s time to invest in a replacement!
You could also just leave your laptop unplugged for several hours and then try turning it on again; if it doesn’t turn on immediately that means you need new batteries.
How do i avoid buying the wrong battery?
It might seem like there are countless options online so how can you be sure which ones to buy?
Look for third-party products such as “compatible brand models” or something similarly descriptive so you know exactly what model you’re getting.
If all else fails try Google searching [your laptop model] battery replacement and browsing the results to find a compatible option.
