A broken laptop hinge is one of the most common — and most misunderstood — laptop repairs in Malaysia. Most people assume it's cosmetic. It's not.
A damaged hinge puts stress on the screen cable, the LCD panel, and the plastic casing every single time you open or close the lid. Left unfixed, what starts as a RM150 hinge job can turn into a RM500+ screen replacement.
Here's everything you need to know about laptop hinge repair costs in KL and Selangor.
What Exactly Is a Hinge Repair?
Your laptop screen is connected to the base via two metal hinges — one on each side. They allow the lid to open and close smoothly while holding the screen at whatever angle you set it.
When a hinge fails, you'll notice one or more of these:
The lid feels loose or wobbly
One side of the screen casing is cracking or separating
The lid won't stay open at your preferred angle
You hear a cracking or grinding sound when opening the lid
The screen bezel (plastic frame around the screen) is lifting off
How Much Does Hinge Repair Cost in Malaysia?
| Repair Type |
Typical Cost |
| Single hinge replacement (standard laptop) |
RM80 – RM150 |
| Both hinges replacement |
RM150 – RM250 |
| Hinge + casing repair (broken plastic) |
RM180 – RM350 |
| MacBook hinge repair |
RM200 – RM400 |
| Hinge + screen cable replacement |
RM200 – RM380 |
Prices vary based on your laptop brand, model, and how severe the damage is. Some hinge parts need to be sourced from suppliers which can add 2–3 days to the repair.
→ See our full hinge repair pricing
Why Did My Hinge Break?
The most common causes:
1. Age and wear — Most laptop hinges are rated for 20,000–30,000 open/close cycles. If you've had your laptop 4+ years and open it multiple times a day, hinge wear is normal.
2. Opening the lid from one side — Always open your laptop from the centre. Grabbing just one corner puts uneven stress on the hinges over time.
3. Dropping or impact — Even a small drop can crack the hinge mount where it's attached to the plastic casing.
4. Cheap build quality — Budget laptops from certain brands are notorious for hinge failures within 2–3 years of purchase.
Can I Use My Laptop With a Broken Hinge?
Technically yes — but we strongly recommend against it. Here's why:
Every time you open the lid with a broken hinge, you're bending the screen cable that runs through the hinge. Once that cable develops a kink or tear, you'll get flickering, black lines on the screen, or total screen failure. A RM150 hinge repair quickly becomes a RM400 screen replacement.
How Long Does Hinge Repair Take?
For most standard laptops where parts are in stock: same day or next day. For less common models where parts need to be ordered: 3–5 working days.
We'll always give you a timeline upfront before starting any work.
Fix IT Sukil — Hinge Repair Across Klang Valley
We repair laptop hinges for all major brands — Lenovo, Dell, HP, Asus, Acer, MSI, Samsung, and MacBooks.
What's included:
Free diagnostic assessment
Genuine or quality-equivalent replacement parts
30-day warranty on all hinge repairs
Free pickup & delivery within 30 km
Don't wait until the screen cable snaps. A quick hinge repair now saves you a lot more money later.
→ Book your hinge repair — free pickup available
Fix IT Sukil operates from Subang Jaya, Petaling Jaya and Shah Alam. Serving all of Klang Valley with free pickup within 30 km.
