Can you tell me about computers retail margin?

Answer by  JLM (54)

While that is a pretty broad question for a vast topic in an ever changing field maybe I can shed some light on it. There are many markets for computers(custom, online ordering, store bought, ect.)and the profit margin changes with each. The retailer in any case aside from custom doesn't profit much from a single computer sale but in volume.

Answer by  Quual (161)

The margin for the actual computer is small, generally less than 5%. Parts are better 10% and accessories have the largest margins often 100% or more.

Answer by  zzz (84)

The margin on electronics is fairly low compared to other groups, about 8 percent. This is due to the rapid aging of computers.

Answer by  vijayparttimejob (2254)

celeron processor: 1/3 of original price, other processor:2/4 of its original price, pc: buy from 50% to 65%, otherwise buy 40% to 55% by it's usage.

Answer by  MikeG (1650)

There are many factors to consider in this. In specifics, if you are looking at financing computers, or selling for cash. An average profit margin is in the ball park of 10%-15% without taking into account possible discounts with finance companies.

Answer by  Atomicrayon (2504)

I'd say that computers roughly have a return value of about 30% of their purchase price if resold within the same year. After that they diminish even further as computer hardware and software can quickly become out of date.