I have a emachines 620 which is now 4 years old. I'm just wondering how long in years do these PCs last? Reply soon please.

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A computer can last for 10 years or 10 months, it depends on the quality of the components in your machine and whether it's been subjected to "bad" voltage and high/low/humid tempretures.

If you are talking about how long it is pratical it is to upgrade vs buy a new PC when you need more speed, generally it's around 5-6 years, and for gamers, around 3 years.

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It does seem like computers are lasting longer these days. 10 years ago, you had to get a new PC every 3 years, or have a serious upgrade. Just as long as you don't need the latest OS, you should be fine, except for your mouse pad....everyone could use a shinny new mouse pad!

All I did was,is type emachines 620 into my browser........and there are numerous websites that either offer upgrades or even give reviews about your computer - At this point the ball is in your court as far as what you think you need to do with your computer - Personally I am a bit of a scrooge when it comes to money and do not spend it on unneccesary stuff for my computer - "If it ain't broke don't fix it"

I know of a friend who has a old pc from 1994 that still runs perfectly , so im sure youll see many more years of use from that pc ( depending on how it is taken care of and its working enviorment)

boy, wished my emachines lasted that long. had a gateway for 8 years decided to get a new one, but this thing only lasted 13 months.

like tool wrote, if it aint broke dont fix it