Anywhere That I Can Rent/Lease a Gaming Laptop for 1 Month Only?

jaygee on 13/09/2023 - 10:57

I have a situation where I don't have access to my pc for 1 month, is there anywhere in Australia (specifically Melbourne) that allows you to rent a gaming pc (or laptop even which might be better) for 1 month.

Anywhere I've seen has like a lease model only which I don't want, I want to be able to give the laptop back in 1 month or 2 max.

I'm specifically looking for gaming, thanks.

I've even had a look at some return policies, but 14 days max doesn't cut it - only Microsoft has a 60 day return policy but none of their machines can really game (and I don't mean high end gaming, just regular gaming such as Dota, CS GO, Fifa, etc).

I'm trying not to spend $1k+ on a laptop I don't need after a month, thanks.

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Comments

  • Taro Milk Tea on 13/09/2023 - 11:12

    No

  • Magpye on 13/09/2023 - 11:12

    As an alternative approach, have you considered using a cloud gaming service like GeoForce Now ?
    Removes the requirement for a gaming laptop, and some of these services have free trials.

    • jaygee on 13/09/2023 - 11:15

      I believe that requries a strong internet connection, and the place I'm at is average only.

      • Magpye on 13/09/2023 - 11:22

        A good internet connection is a must, but that would also be the same for the games you're playing. If you're able to stream Netflix HD, it should be enough for a hosted service.
        Food for thought.

      • StephenCurry on 13/09/2023 - 12:07
        +1

        Can try to use mobile data hotspot to play, I personally did it and the only downside is it consumes loads of data LOL ( 6-7Gb/h). But otherwise it is good.

  • FoxJump on 13/09/2023 - 11:17
    +4

    Patience.
    1 month is not long.

  • mrkorrupt on 13/09/2023 - 11:26
    -1

    surely you can go outside and walk around, go to pools, run, walk, park, for a month.
    Lockdown is over

    • CascadeHush on 13/09/2023 - 11:31
      +2

      What is ‘outside’?

  • mrkorrupt on 13/09/2023 - 11:33

    the place where the uber driver is

  • Duckie2hh on 13/09/2023 - 11:42

    I wonder if you need to take out extra insurance for 'bodily fluid' damage on said laptop

  • Brown Sugar on 13/09/2023 - 11:58
    +3

    Why not try an internet/gaming cafe?

  • donga100 on 13/09/2023 - 12:11

    Costco offer 90 day change of mind refunds on computers and you can even refund your membership too. They have desktops and laptops.

    • donga100 on 13/09/2023 - 12:36
      +1

      Also, wouldn't the Microsoft Surface Studio laptop or all in one handle your gaming needs fine? They both have a dedicated GPU, 3050Ti in the laptop and 3060 in the AIO.

      • CrispyChrispy on 13/09/2023 - 14:38
        +1

        Thermals on such devices would be an issue, though if OP is only playing Dota, CS GO and FIFA, it should be fine for the most part?

  • TimmyTims on 13/09/2023 - 12:54
    +3

    Not that I know of. What I would do is buy one that looks average 2nd hand. Use it for a month then clean it up, add $30 worth of RGB and flip it online

  • trex on 13/09/2023 - 13:35
    +2

    Buy one, use it and sell it later. Price Difference = “lease”

  • jaygee on 21/09/2023 - 20:05
    +1

    Thanks all bought a MSI laptop for around $1900 - ill sell once I don't need it.

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