Repair Services
Laptop SSD upgrade
Prices are before GST (9% is added at payment).
Recognize any of these symptoms? It’s time for a laptop SSD upgrade:
Had a battery alert warning this morning on my HP Spectre laptop. Ran a battery test and the capacity is only left with 23% despite component test shows Passed. HP support ask me to calibrate the battery which is a very lengthy and tedious procedure and it does not solve the original battery issue of degraded capacity. HP Support also need time (the whole day also never get back to me) to check for stocks and price. I just need a faster clean fix to this issue i.e. simply replace the battery. Searched the Internet and found Esmond Service Centre with good reviews. Fast response and helpful advice. They transferred the battery to the branch at MidView in 2 hours and changed my battery within 30 to 40mins when I was on-site. Price was competitive compared to other quotes I got and also purchased the extended warranty for 1 year for $48. They also provided after sales customer service when I asked about my chargers. Not like some shops who will ignore you after the purchase. Great service and will look for them in future if I need to repair my laptop.
Highly experienced, customer focus, general great at what they're doing which servicing and repairing computer. I went there to change battery for my lap top and was highly impressed by their good technical, reasonal pricing, ease of doing business and friendliness of front desk staffs. They found something else ; ie the cooling system that required attentive alertedmet the issue via WA prompting recommending solutions and cosing. It was easy to make decision with transparent transaction. Job was done very quickly originally supposed to take 30 mins with the addition task it took another 20 mins which iscceptable a we were able to waiting relaxing while having a coffee in the multitude of F&B outlets in this mall. My laptop was very well serviced and repair and within my original estimated budget. Super happy with Esmond for their great capability and professionalism. victor who attended to us was a bit quiet but nonetheless was able to communicate important info clearly to me. Keep it up Esmond
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Considering a laptop SSD upgrade? At Esmond Service Centre, we provide professional SSD upgrade services for laptops across all major brands. Boost your laptop’s performance, extend its lifespan, and enjoy faster data access with our quick, reliable, and trusted SSD upgrade solutions in Singapore.
Most laptop brands — Lenovo, HP, Dell, Asus, Acer, MSI and Razer — support SSD upgrades, though select Microsoft Surface and soldered models don't. Esmond Service Centre upgrades laptop SSDs from $148 in 3–5 hours, with optional data cloning and a 1-year parts-and-labour warranty.
| Brand | Upgrade Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Lenovo ThinkPad / IdeaPad / Yoga | ✅ Most models are upgradable |
| HP Pavilion / Envy / Spectre | ✅ Generally upgradable |
| Dell Inspiron / XPS / Latitude | ✅ Most support SSD upgrades |
| Asus VivoBook / ZenBook / ROG | ✅ Largely upgradable |
| Acer Aspire / Swift / Nitro | ✅ Most support SSD upgrades |
| MSI GF / Katana / Stealth / Modern | ✅ SSDs are upgradable |
| Razer Blade Series | ✅ Most support SSD upgrades |
| Microsoft Surface | ❗️Only select models are upgradable |
Note: Certain models have soldered SSDs. WhatsApp us to confirm compatibility before upgrading.
Choose from various reliable SSD storage capacities. We use SSDs from globally trusted brands, each with a comprehensive 1-year parts and labour warranty:
| SSD Capacity | Available Brands |
|---|---|
| 256GB | Samsung / Western Digital / Lexar |
| 512GB | Samsung / Western Digital / Lexar |
| 1TB (1000GB) | Samsung / Western Digital / Lexar |
| 2TB (2000GB) | Samsung / Western Digital / Lexar |
| 4TB (4000GB) | Samsung / Western Digital / Lexar |
| 8TB (8000GB) | Samsung / Western Digital / Lexar |
Unsure which size suits you best? Our expert technicians provide personalized recommendations based on your usage and budget.
| Laptop SSD Replacement Pricing | Estimated Repair Time | Price Range (SGD) |
|---|---|---|
| 256GB SSD Replacement (Laptop) | 3 - 5 Hours | From $148 |
| 512GB SSD Replacement (Laptop) | 3 - 5 Hours | From $178 |
| 1TB SSD Replacement (Laptop) | 3 - 5 Hours | From $218 |
| 2TB SSD Replacement (Laptop) | 3 - 5 Hours | Contact us |
| 4TB SSD Replacement (Laptop) | 3 - 5 Hours | Contact us |
| MacBook SSD Upgrade Pricing | Estimated Repair Time | Price Range (SGD) |
| 256GB SSD Upgrade (MacBook – Non-Soldered Models) | 3 - 5 Hours | From $186 |
| 512GB SSD Upgrade (MacBook – Non-Soldered Models) | 3 - 5 Hours | From $206 |
| 1TB SSD Upgrade (MacBook – Non-Soldered Models) | 3 - 5 Hours | From $277 |
| 2TB SSD Upgrade (MacBook – Non-Soldered Models) | 3 - 5 Hours | Contact Us |
| 4TB SSD Upgrade (MacBook – Non-Soldered Models) | 3 - 5 Hours | Contact Us |
| SSD Upgrade for MacBook with Soldered Storage (2016 and newer models) | 1–3 Working Days | Contact Us |
Prices are before GST (9% is added at payment).
Recognize any of these symptoms? It’s time for a laptop SSD upgrade:
⚠️ Not every sign above means a new drive. Slow start-up, lag and "low disk space" warnings are often software: heavy startup apps, background tasks, a full temporary-files folder, or malware. Our own guide walks you through those checks for free: how to speed up a slow laptop →. Clicking noises, heat from the drive and a laptop still running a mechanical hard disk are the signs an SSD upgrade actually fixes. A slow or freezing laptop can also come from other hardware, such as the motherboard, which no drive will fix — and the diagnosis here is free, so you only pay once you approve the work.
An SSD has no moving parts, so it finds data electronically instead of waiting for a platter to spin under a head. On the same laptop, with the same processor and the same memory, that changes five things:
One honest limit, from our own bench: on a very old machine — ten, twelve, fifteen years — the upgrade itself works, but we cannot promise how long the rest of the laptop will last. Customers have spent more than the price of a new laptop repairing a twelve-year-old one, a part at a time. Esmond Service Centre completes more than 10,000 repairs a year across our two Singapore branches, so bring it in and we will tell you which of the two yours is before you spend anything.
At Esmond Service Centre, every laptop SSD upgrade includes:
✅ Free compatibility diagnosis
✅ Professional SSD installation (SATA or NVMe)
✅ Optional secure data cloning from your existing HDD (additional charges apply)
✅ Operating System (Windows/macOS) installation or reinstallation, with the drivers
✅ Comprehensive internal cleaning and thermal check
✅ Full function test before the laptop is returned
✅ 1-year warranty on parts and labour
Our goal? Seamless upgrades that protect your data and optimize your laptop’s performance.
Concerned about data loss during a laptop SSD upgrade? We offer professional data cloning services that transfer your entire system safely, including:
Data cloning provides peace of mind, ensuring your new SSD runs exactly as your original setup—just faster and better.
Compare benefits clearly:
| Criteria | Laptop SSD Upgrade | Traditional HDD |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅ Fast boot/load times | ❌ Slower performance |
| Durability | ✅ Reliable, shock-resistant | ❌ Fragile mechanical parts |
| Battery Life | ✅ Energy efficient | ❌ Higher energy consumption |
| Noise & Heat | ✅ Quiet, low heat | ❌ Noisy, generates heat |
| Lifespan | ✅ Longer-lasting | ❌ Shorter lifespan |
Upgrade today to an SSD for noticeably better overall laptop performance.
Singapore trusts Esmond Service Centre for laptop SSD upgrades:
✅ Experienced Technicians: Over 16 years providing reliable laptop upgrades
✅ Data Protection: Secure data cloning ensures your data is always safe
✅ Warranty & Aftercare: 1-year warranty and optional Esmond Care for peace of mind
✅ Transparent Pricing: Clear, upfront quotes with no hidden fees
✅ Wide Compatibility: SSD upgrades for all major laptop brands
Booking your laptop SSD upgrade is simple:
Not sure of your laptop's model number? See our guide to finding your laptop's brand and model number →
✅ Ready for a faster laptop? WhatsApp Esmond Service Centre today!
Send us the symptom and we'll come back with what it likely is, what it will cost, and how long it will take. The diagnosis is free, and if we can't fix it, you pay nothing.
Bring it to Esmond Service Centre at Sin Ming or Alexandra — free diagnostics, repairs from $65, many done in 1–2 hours.