Laptop Prices Drop in Mumtazabad Mobile Market, Multan – Buyers Rush for New Deals
Multan, July 7, 2025 – Good news for tech lovers and students in Multan! Laptop prices have dropped significantly in the popular Mumtazabad Mobile Market, one of the city’s busiest hubs for electronics and mobile accessories. The sudden reduction in prices has brought a wave of excitement among buyers, especially students, freelancers, and small business owners who had been waiting for affordable laptop options.
What’s Happening in Mumtazabad Market?
According to shopkeepers in Mumtazabad, laptop prices have gone down by 10% to 20% over the past two weeks. This price drop includes both brand-new laptops and used or refurbished models. The change has made it easier for budget-conscious buyers to finally purchase devices that were previously out of reach.
Popular brands like HP, Dell, Lenovo, Acer, and even Apple MacBooks are now available at lower prices. Entry-level laptops for daily use, such as for online classes or office work, are now starting from PKR 38,000, which was earlier around PKR 45,000.
Reasons Behind the Price Drop
Shop owners and market experts give several reasons for this sudden drop:
- Increased Imports: A fresh supply of imported laptops, especially from Dubai and China, has recently entered the market. These imports are often tax-free or lightly taxed, making them cheaper.
- Currency Stability: The Pakistani rupee has slightly improved against the US dollar, making imported electronics somewhat cheaper.
- Slow Sales in Previous Months: Due to high inflation and economic pressure, sales of laptops had dropped in the past few months. To boost sales again, many dealers have reduced their profit margins.
- Online Competition: The growing competition from online marketplaces like Daraz and OLX has also pushed physical shopkeepers to offer better prices to stay relevant.
Great News for Students and Freelancers
This price drop comes as a relief for university students, school children, and freelancers who depend on laptops for their education and income. With online learning, digital skills training, and remote jobs becoming more common, access to affordable laptops has become a necessity.
University student from Multan, said:
“Thanks to the reduced prices, I finally bought a Lenovo Core i5 laptop for just PKR 52,000. Earlier, the same model was over 60,000.”
Boost for the Local Tech Economy
The drop in prices has also increased foot traffic in the Mumtazabad market. Shops are seeing more customers than usual, with many buying laptops for the first time.
Shop owner Rashid Computers shared,
“We’ve sold nearly 50 laptops in just one week. Before this, we were barely selling 10. The price cut has helped both customers and shopkeepers.”
With rising interest, local repair shops and accessories sellers are also seeing better business as more people seek add-ons like laptop bags, cooling pads, and USB devices.
What Buyers Should Know
While the price reduction is good news, experts advise customers to be careful while buying:
- Always check warranty and condition (especially for used laptops).
- Test battery life, screen, and keyboard before buying laptops.
- Ask for software installations and antivirus from trusted sellers only.
Many shops are now offering limited-time deals, such as one-month service warranties or free laptop bags, to attract more buyers.
Demand for Mid-Range and Used Laptops Rises
Interestingly, the most popular models being sold are mid-range laptops with Intel Core i5 or Ryzen 5 processors, 8GB RAM, and SSD storage. These models are perfect for most modern-day tasks like Zoom meetings, graphic designing, and coding.
Used laptops are also in high demand. Sellers say many people are opting for refurbished laptops from foreign markets, which are reliable and cost less than brand-new models.
Government Should Support Tech Access
As more Pakistanis turn to digital platforms for learning and earning, this drop in laptop prices is a step in the right direction. However, shopkeepers and buyers both agree that the government should reduce import duties and taxes further to make technology more accessible.
An IT student, Maryam Noor, said:
“If the government provides subsidies or tax cuts on laptops, more students will be able to learn skills and earn money online.”
What’s Next for the Market?
According to dealers, the lower prices might continue for another few weeks, especially if the rupee stays stable and imports remain high. However, if global prices rise again or the government imposes new taxes, prices may increase once more.
Some dealers are also planning back-to-school promotions in August, offering bundles for students that include laptops, bags, and accessories at discounted rates.
Conclusion
The recent price drop in laptops at Multan’s Mumtazabad Mobile Market is a positive development in a time when inflation has made everyday items expensive. It offers hope to students, freelancers, and working professionals who rely on technology for growth and success. As more people take advantage of this opportunity, it also strengthens the local tech economy and digital progress in the region.
