MacBook Upgrade with SSD & RAM
MacBook Hardware Upgrade Service in Hamburg
Is your MacBook too slow or running out of storage? We upgrade older Intel MacBooks with modern SSDs and additional RAM - so your MacBook runs fast again and lasts longer.
What you get with a MacBook upgrade:
- Up to 10x faster: Through SSD upgrade instead of HDD - programs start in seconds instead of minutes
- More memory: RAM upgrade up to 16GB for better multitasking performance
- Data migration included: All data remains and is completely transferred
- macOS update: Installation of latest macOS version or OpenCore for older systems
- 12 months warranty: On all components and workmanship
MacBook Upgrade Prices
Free preliminary check: We check your MacBook free of charge and create an individual offer - you then decide whether to place the order.
Our upgrade prices:
- SSD upgrade from €180 - SSD installation (up to 2TB), data migration, macOS update
- RAM upgrade from €220 - RAM extension up to 16GB, system optimization, performance test
- Complete upgrade from €320 - SSD + RAM upgrade, complete data migration, macOS Sequoia via OpenCore
Included: Hardware analysis, installation, data migration, system optimization, performance test, 12-month warranty on all components.
Which MacBooks Can Still Be Upgraded?
Important information: Only older MacBook models until end of 2015 can be meaningfully upgraded, as newer models have soldered components.
Upgrades possible (until end of 2015):
- MacBook Pro (13", 15", 17") - 2006 to 2015: SSD upgrade (SATA/PCIe), RAM upgrade model-dependent up to 16GB
- MacBook Air (11", 13") - 2008 to 2015: SSD upgrade (PCIe), RAM upgrade partially possible
- MacBook (12") - 2015: Limited upgrade options
Limited options (from 2016):
Technical Details & Upgrade Options
Why SSD before RAM? The main bottleneck in older MacBooks is usually not the memory, but the classic hard drive (HDD). A modern SSD makes everything faster — boot times, app launches, file transfers.
SSD upgrade advantages:
- 10x faster loading times: Programs start in seconds instead of minutes
- Smooth operation: No more stuttering when working with multiple programs
- Longer battery life: SSDs use less power than HDDs
- Silent operation: No mechanical parts, completely silent
- Higher reliability: Fewer failures due to no moving parts
RAM upgrade details: Depending on the MacBook model, we can extend the memory up to 16GB. For models from 2012-2015, the RAM is usually soldered, but SSD upgrades are still very effective.
Data migration: All your files, programs and settings are completely transferred. The MacBook behaves the same after the upgrade - just much faster.
How Your MacBook Upgrade Works
On site in Hamburg or via Germany-wide shipping.
The upgrade process in detail:
- Free preliminary check: We analyze your MacBook for upgrade options and create an individual, non-binding offer.
- Hardware upgrade: Installation of SSD and/or RAM with proper tools and ESD protection.
- Data migration & macOS: Complete data transfer and installation of the latest macOS version or OpenCore for older systems.
- Quality control & handover: Thorough performance tests and handover of your upgraded MacBook with warranty.
Duration: Standard upgrade: 1-2 business days in Hamburg. Via shipping service: 3-4 business days including round-trip shipping. Express service available by appointment.
Additional Optimizations
In addition to the hardware upgrade, we also tune your MacBook's software so it runs as fast as the new hardware.
Software optimization:
- macOS Sequoia installation: Latest macOS version or OpenCore for older models
- System cleanup: Clean up startup programs, system and disk cleanup
- Browser optimization: Safari settings and cache optimization
- Performance tuning: System settings for optimal speed
Hardware service:
- Internal cleaning: Dust and dirt removal from all components
- Thermal optimization: Renew thermal paste, fan maintenance
- Port cleaning: Clean USB, audio and other ports
- Function test: All components are tested for proper function
After our upgrade, your MacBook will be faster, more stable, and ready for years of use.
Frequently Asked Questions about MacBook Upgrade
Which MacBook models can be upgraded?
All MacBook Pro and Air models until end of 2015 can be upgraded with SSD and partially RAM. From 2016, the components are soldered. We check your model free of charge for upgrade options.
Will I lose my data during the upgrade?
No, all your data remains completely intact. We perform a complete data migration - your MacBook behaves the same after the upgrade, just much faster.
How long does a MacBook upgrade take?
Standard upgrade: 1-2 business days in Hamburg. Via shipping service: 3-4 business days including round-trip shipping. Express service available by appointment.
What does a MacBook SSD and RAM upgrade cost?
SSD upgrade from €180, RAM upgrade from €220, complete upgrade from €320. All prices include installation, data migration and 12 months warranty. Free preliminary check.
Is an upgrade worth it for an old MacBook?
Yes — an SSD upgrade makes even 10-year-old MacBooks usable again. It costs a fraction of a new machine and keeps the device out of a landfill.
Other MacBook Services
In addition to hardware upgrades, we offer other MacBook repair services for all models:
Hardware repairs: Logic board repair for mainboard defects, display repair for screen problems, battery replacement for all models.
Special services: Water damage repair for liquid damage, graphics repair for GPU problems, data recovery from defective MacBooks.