Do refurbished Windows laptops come with Windows 11 pre-installed?

Most refurbished Windows 11 laptops on Back Market come with Windows 11 pre-installed, so you're ready to go straight out of the box. Each device has been professionally inspected and tested before it reaches you. No setup headaches, just a machine that works.

What is the difference between a laptop and a notebook?

Today, laptop and notebook are largely interchangeable terms for a portable computer with an integrated screen and keyboard. Historically, notebooks referred to slimmer, lighter models designed for on-the-go use, while laptops described bulkier machines with more power. In modern usage, the distinction has mostly disappeared.

Can I use Microsoft 365 on a refurbished Windows laptop?

Yes. Refurbished Windows laptops from Back Market are fully compatible with Microsoft 365. Simply sign in with your Microsoft account and pick up right where you left off. Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and the rest all run without issue.

How much does a refurbished Windows 11 laptop cost?

Refurbished Windows 11 laptops on Back Market start from around £80 to £120 for solid everyday models, up to £400 to £500 for premium Core i7 configurations from brands like Dell, HP, and Microsoft Surface. Compared to buying new, you can save 50 to 70% on the same hardware.

Are refurbished Windows laptops reliable?

Yes. Every refurbished laptop on Back Market has been professionally inspected by qualified technicians following a strict quality charter. These aren't corner-cutting cosmetic checks: functionality, battery, and performance are all verified before sale. Every device also comes with a 12-month commercial warranty, so you're covered if anything comes up.

Does buying a refurbished laptop make an environmental difference?

It does. Choosing a refurbished laptop instead of a new one avoids around 149 kg of CO2 equivalent emissions per device on the manufacturing phase alone, based on Back Market's calculation from ADEME data (2022). For context, global laptop production generates 65 million tons of CO2 per year, which is more than Tokyo's annual carbon footprint. A refurbished Windows 11 laptop is the same machine, a fraction of the price, and a significantly smaller footprint.

Refurbished Windows 11 Laptops & Notebooks

Name: Refurbished Windows 11 Laptops & Notebooks
Brand: Back Market
Price: 223 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.25 (38751 reviews)

New laptop prices are hard to justify when a refurbished one works just as well. Browse Windows 11 laptops and notebooks from Dell, HP, and Lenovo: professionally inspected, graded by condition....

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 13"Fair • QWERTY - English • 256 GB • RAM 16GB • Core i5 - Gen 10 (G) • Touchscreen
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Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 13"Good • QWERTY - English • 256 GB • RAM 16GB • Core i5 - Gen 10 (G) • Touchscreen
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Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 13"Excellent • QWERTY - English • 256 GB • RAM 16GB • Core i5 - Gen 10 (G) • Touchscreen
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Lenovo ThinkPad T14 G1 14"Fair • QWERTY - English • 256 GB • RAM 16GB • Core i7 - Gen 10 (U)
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HP EliteBook 840 G8 14"Excellent • QWERTY - English • 512 GB • RAM 32GB • Core i5 - Gen 11 (G)
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HP EliteBook X360 1040 G8 14"Good • QWERTY - English • 1024 GB • RAM 32GB • Core i7 - Gen 11 (G) • Touchscreen
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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 14-inch (2018) - Core i7 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - EnglishExcellent
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HP EliteBook 845 G8 14-inch (2021) - Ryzen 5 - 5000 Series (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - EnglishExcellent
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Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14"Good • QWERTY - English • 512 GB • RAM 16GB • Core i5 - Gen 8 (U)
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Dell Latitude 7430 14-inch (2022) - Core i5 - Gen 12 (U) - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - EnglishGood
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Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G2 14-inch (2021) - Core i5 - Gen 11 (G) - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - EnglishExcellent
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Dell Latitude 9520 15-inch (2021) - Core i7 - Gen 11 (G) - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - EnglishFair
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Lenovo ThinkPad P1 G2 15-inch (2019) - Core i7 - Gen 9 (H) - 32GB - SSD 1 TB QWERTY - EnglishFair
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Dell Latitude 5440 14-inch (2023) - Core i7 - Gen 13 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - EnglishGood
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Lenovo ThinkPad P1 G3 16-inch (2020) - Core i7 - Gen 10 (H) - 32GB - SSD 1 TB QWERTY - EnglishFair
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Customer reviews for Refurbished Windows 11 Laptops & Notebooks

Overall rating

38,751 verified reviews

Rating details

Appearance
4.2/5
Overall performance
4.1/5
Packaging
4.5/5
Shipping
4.5/5

Reviews

Kristians F.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 09/07/2026, United Kingdom.
Here's a polished review you could post: I'm very happy with my refurbished Dell Latitude 7400. The laptop arrived in good condition and works exactly as expected. There are only a few minor cosmetic scratches, which is completely acceptable for a laptop sold in **"Fair"** condition and doesn't affect its performance at all. Performance has been excellent—the laptop is fast, responsive, and handles everyday tasks with ease. Everything runs smoothly, from browsing the web and streaming videos to working with documents and multitasking. The sound quality is surprisingly good, and the backlit keyboard is a great feature that makes typing in low-light conditions much easier. Battery life seems to be pretty good, will give you a decent amount of battery hours when unplugged. Overall, the laptop feels solid, looks good despite the small cosmetic marks, and offers excellent value for the price. If you're considering a refurbished Dell Latitude 7400, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.
Dell Latitude 7400 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 8GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Dell Latitude 7400 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 8GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
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Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
02/07/2026
Mihkar M.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 01/05/2026, United Kingdom.
I initially had some issues with the first laptop that was delivered, but I was able to use the swap option to get a replacement without any hassle. The process was smooth and really convenient. The replacement laptop arrived in good condition and works perfectly. I am very happy with the overall experience and would definitely recommend Back Market. Great service and a reliable way to buy refurbished tech!
Lenovo ThinkPad T580 15-inch (2017) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 8GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T580 15-inch (2017) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 8GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
30/03/2026
Ian J.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 15/04/2026, United Kingdom.
The Dell Latitude 5420 arrvive in awesome condition it was stated as good but it look brand new,i am very impressed with the service you guys provided and definitely impressed with the laptop. Once again thank you
Dell Latitude 5420 14-inch (2021) - Core i5 - Gen 11 (G) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Dell Latitude 5420 14-inch (2021) - Core i5 - Gen 11 (G) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
01/04/2026
Ali D.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 15/03/2026, United Kingdom.
What an amazing experience it was. I read all the buyers' reviews before I made the purchase and was a bit feared. But the moment I received the laptop... Everything turned positive. It took me some minutes to find the scratches, it was so clean even in fair condition. All the other specifications were as mentioned but the charger is of Lenovo, which still does the job. But I might think of a refund as I was expecting a backlit keyboard which I read in the description as well, but this model doesn't have that. It will creat a lot of trouble for my work. Overall, it is recommended to trust this platform to buy refurbished laptops. Cheers.
Hp EliteBook 840 G8 14-inch (2020) - Core i5-1135G7 - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Hp EliteBook 840 G8 14-inch (2020) - Core i5-1135G7 - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
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Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
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12/03/2026
Kerrian M.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 22/02/2026, United Kingdom.
The delivery came the day it stated it would. The laptop looked almost new just a tape mark on one side that was cleaned with lightly damped cloth. It started up without any issues. Picture bright and all buttons are working so far. Battery started at 75% when first started using and it took a good 6-7 hours before it got to below 50%. I am satisfied with my purchase. I am now thinking of getting a laptop for daughter from Backmarket, I would recommend this site to anyone looking to buy a refurbished laptop or phone.
Dell Latitude 5410 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 8GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Dell Latitude 5410 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 8GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
12/02/2026
Jamseeth N.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 22/08/2026, United Kingdom.
Really happy with my Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10. The laptop is in excellent condition and looks almost like new. It runs very smoothly and is fast for my everyday work. I love it and I’m very satisfied with my purchase from Back Market. Highly recommended!
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon G10 14-inch (2022) - Core i7 - Gen 12 (P) - 32GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon G10 14-inch (2022) - Core i7 - Gen 12 (P) - 32GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
13/08/2026
Mali M.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 14/08/2026, United Kingdom.
To be honest, I haven’t used it much yet but I am very happy with this purchase thanks to God who blessed me with it. It looks brand new. It runs and functions like a new laptop. It’s clean and very much living up to its excellent rating. Having bought an iPhone 12 from Backmarket previously, I’d definitely buy from them again. Thank you.
Dell Latitude 5420 14-inch (2020) - Core i5 - Gen 11 (G) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Dell Latitude 5420 14-inch (2020) - Core i5 - Gen 11 (G) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
19/07/2026
Andy S.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 11/08/2026, United Kingdom.
Apart from a couple of scratches on the outside which I expected choosing a fair quality product it is practically un noticeable and it runs like brand new. I will be but a lot more tech products from backmarket
Dell Latitude 5420 14-inch (2021) - Core i5 - Gen 11 (G) - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Dell Latitude 5420 14-inch (2021) - Core i5 - Gen 11 (G) - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
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Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
31/07/2026
Reuben O.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 04/08/2026, United Kingdom.
Just received it, I haven’t used it... But honestly, the PC is super clean. I literally took time to handpick the seller after looking at different reviews, and frankly I am not disappointed at first opening the item. I hope the next few days goes even better as I open and use the PC. Very thank you, for now as I give a 5 star review! 😍
Dell Latitude 5420 14-inch (2021) - Core i5 - Gen 11 (G) - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Dell Latitude 5420 14-inch (2021) - Core i5 - Gen 11 (G) - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
02/08/2026
Nurul I.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 03/08/2026, United Kingdom.
I don't often leave reviews, but I wanted to for BackMarket and the laptop I bought. The sales process was extremely easy, i found the laptop that was right for me and was able to order in a few minutes. The price is highly competitive. The laptop condition is as described. The set up and installation was straight forward and the laptop is is excellent working condition. I would thoroughly recommend.
Hp EliteBook 840 G8 14-inch (2021) - Core i5 - Gen 11 (G) - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Hp EliteBook 840 G8 14-inch (2021) - Core i5 - Gen 11 (G) - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
22/07/2026

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Windows Laptop FAQs

Most refurbished Windows 11 laptops on Back Market come with Windows 11 pre-installed, so you're ready to go straight out of the box. Each device has been professionally inspected and tested before it reaches you. No setup headaches, just a machine that works.
Today, laptop and notebook are largely interchangeable terms for a portable computer with an integrated screen and keyboard. Historically, notebooks referred to slimmer, lighter models designed for on-the-go use, while laptops described bulkier machines with more power. In modern usage, the distinction has mostly disappeared.
Yes. Refurbished Windows laptops from Back Market are fully compatible with Microsoft 365. Simply sign in with your Microsoft account and pick up right where you left off. Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and the rest all run without issue.
Refurbished Windows 11 laptops on Back Market start from around £80 to £120 for solid everyday models, up to £400 to £500 for premium Core i7 configurations from brands like Dell, HP, and Microsoft Surface. Compared to buying new, you can save 50 to 70% on the same hardware.
Yes. Every refurbished laptop on Back Market has been professionally inspected by qualified technicians following a strict quality charter. These aren't corner-cutting cosmetic checks: functionality, battery, and performance are all verified before sale. Every device also comes with a 12-month commercial warranty, so you're covered if anything comes up.
It does. Choosing a refurbished laptop instead of a new one avoids around 149 kg of CO2 equivalent emissions per device on the manufacturing phase alone, based on Back Market's calculation from ADEME data (2022). For context, global laptop production generates 65 million tons of CO2 per year, which is more than Tokyo's annual carbon footprint. A refurbished Windows 11 laptop is the same machine, a fraction of the price, and a significantly smaller footprint.

Back Market stocks hundreds of refurbished Windows 11 laptops and notebooks, all professionally inspected before they reach you. From compact Windows notebooks for daily use to high-spec i7 machines, there are options starting under £200.

Popular refurbished Windows 11 laptop brands

The majority of refurbished Windows 11 laptops on Back Market come from the four brands that dominate the laptop market in the UK.

Dell

Dell is the most widely available brand, with the Latitude 5000 series offering a dependable mid-range option for everyday work. The Latitude 7000 series steps up with a lighter chassis and improved battery life for users who prioritise portability.

Lenovo ThinkPad

The ThinkPad range is one of the most respected laptop lines ever made. The Lenovo ThinkPad T480 and T490 are consistent bestsellers in the refurbished market: both offer full-day battery life, a keyboard that professionals routinely rank above everything else, and build quality that holds up long after a consumer-grade laptop would have given up.

HP EliteBook and ProBook

The HP EliteBook 840 strikes a balance between weight and performance, with a slim aluminium build and a display suited to both office use and outdoor working. The ProBook range covers the same bases at a lower price point.

Microsoft Surface

The Microsoft Surface Laptop is the cleanest choice for anyone who wants a touchscreen, a slim profile, and a device that integrates natively with the Windows 11 experience. Refurbishd Surface Pro models are also available for users who want tablet flexibility alongside full Windows 11 functionality.

Refurbished Windows laptops for work, study, and everyday use

Not every Windows 11 laptop needs to do the same job. Here is how the range breaks down.

For working from home or in the office

The ThinkPad T series and Dell Latitude are the natural starting points: both run the full Microsoft 365 suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams) without issue, both handle video calls comfortably, and both have keyboards designed for long working days.

For students and light everyday use

A compact Windows notebook, typically 13 to 14 inches, covers everything from browser tabs and documents to streaming and video calls. Refurbished HP Pavilion and Lenovo IdeaPad models in this size range are consistently strong options under £200.

For more demanding tasks

Video editing, data analysis, or running multiple applications simultaneously calls for a Core i7 processor and at least 16 GB of RAM. Refurbished ThinkPad X1 Carbon and Dell XPS 13 models deliver that performance at well under half the price of buying new.

What to look for in a refurbished Windows 11 laptop

A few specs make the biggest practical difference.

Processor: A Core i5 (8th generation or newer) is more than enough for everyday work and study. For heavier tasks, a Core i7, 10th generation or newer, is the better call.
RAM: 8 GB covers most everyday use. 16 GB is the smarter choice for multitasking or memory-intensive applications.
Storage: 256 GB SSD is the practical minimum. 512 GB gives more headroom for files, applications, and long-term use.
Windows 11 compatibility: Every laptop listed on Back Market runs genuine, activated Windows 11. TPM 2.0 support, the hardware requirement for Windows 11, is confirmed before listing.

Why buy a refurbished Windows laptop from Back Market?

Every refurbished laptop on Back Market has been professionally inspected, factory reset, and graded by condition. It comes with genuine, activated Windows 11, is fully compatible with Microsoft 365, and costs up to 70% less than buying new. Every order includes a 12-month commercial warranty and 30-day free returns.
Choosing a refurbished laptop over a brand-new one also avoids around 149 kg of CO2 equivalent emissions per device compared to manufacturing new (Back Market calculation, ADEME data, 2022). That's not a bad side effect.

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