5 Best Computer Electronics Stores in Houston (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Buying computer parts in Houston usually means choosing between a big-box aisle and a specialist counter, and the difference shows up fast once something breaks. The computer electronics stores in Houston on this page have logged over 21,000 Google reviews combined, and the independent repair shops post ratings a full half-star or more above the two national chains on this list, which says something about what happens after the sale.

Short answer: Micro Center leads on scale with 4.5 stars across 9,797 reviews, the deepest specialist track record in Houston, while Experimax Houston Heights posts the highest rating on this page at 4.8 across 327 reviews for Apple repairs and trade-ins. Computer Hospital is the strongest pick for repair specifically, at 4.7 across 397 reviews.

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Houston's Computer and Electronics Stores, Side by Side

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Micro Center	4.5 ★	9,797	Widest parts selection	View ›
2	Walmart Supercenter	4.1 ★	10,008	General electronics and everyday tech	View ›
3	Altex Computers & Electronics	4.5 ★	586	Specialty and hard-to-find parts	View ›
4	Computer Hospital	4.7 ★	397	Computer repair	View ›
5	Experimax Houston Heights	4.8 ★	327	Apple repairs and trade-ins	View ›

5 Best Computer Electronics Stores in Houston (2026)

Store by store

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Micro Center

4.59,797 Google reviews

Micro Center is a national electronics retailer with its Houston location on South Rice Avenue, stocking computer parts, laptops, software, and accessories alongside in-house repair and data recovery services. The store carries specialty components that many general electronics retailers don't stock, aimed squarely at builders and upgraders.

What people praise

Reviewers consistently praise staff for tracking down hard-to-find parts
Salespeople get singled out by name for going out of their way to help
The store carries specialty items beyond computers, from games to snacks
Returns are described as straightforward and easy

Worth knowing

At least one reviewer describes an extended warranty being oversold at checkout, with the terms proving harder to use than explained

Reputation scorecardrank in Houston

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume9,797 · 93rd

Confidencevery high

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · hours

Rating breakdown73% 5-star

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Our take: The largest review base of any specialist store on this page, and the rating holds up well at that scale. It's the safe default for parts and builds, with the warranty caveat worth reading the fine print on.

Website Directions

5305 S Rice Ave, Houston, TX 77081

#2🕑 Open 7 days

Walmart Supercenter

4.110,008 Google reviews

This Walmart Supercenter on Yale Street carries electronics alongside its full general-merchandise lineup, from groceries to clothing to home goods. It functions as a one-stop option for basic tech needs rather than a specialist computer shop.

What people praise

Convenient for picking up general electronics alongside everyday shopping
Curbside pickup is available for online orders

Worth knowing

Multiple reviewers describe inconsistent customer service experiences
Curbside and in-store inventory don't always match, according to reviewer accounts
Return policy on electronics like car batteries has frustrated at least one reviewer

Reputation scorecardrank in Houston

Rating4.1 / 5

Review volume10,008 · 98th

Confidencehigh

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown52% 5-star

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Our take: The review volume is the largest on this page, but the rating trails every specialist store here. It's a fine option if you just need a basic accessory on the way to somewhere else, not a destination for computer expertise.

Website +1713-860-0700 Directions

111 Yale St, Houston, TX 77007

#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Altex Computers & Electronics

4.5586 Google reviews

Altex Computers & Electronics has operated in Houston since 1980, based on Northwest Freeway, selling computer components, custom-built systems, and networking gear from brands like Ubiquiti and TP-Link. The store serves both home builders and business customers looking for specialty parts.

What people praise

Reviewers note it stocks parts that even Micro Center and Best Buy don't carry
Staff are described as knowledgeable specifically about specialty and business-grade hardware
One reviewer calls it a rare surviving hardcore computing shop for hobbyists and professionals

Reputation scorecardrank in Houston

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume586 · 88th

Confidencehigh

Recency7 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown71% 5-star

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Our take: A long operating history and a rating that matches Micro Center's, on a smaller but no less loyal review base. Worth checking first if Micro Center doesn't have what you need.

Website +1281-469-8886 Directions

18670 Northwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77065

#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Computer Hospital

4.7397 Google reviews

Computer Hospital has served the Houston area since 1986, with two locations offering in-store, pickup, phone, and remote repair support for both Windows and Mac systems. Services include virus and malware cleanup, data recovery, and networking troubleshooting, with free diagnostics on most common issues.

What people praise

Reviewers describe fast turnaround, including same-day fixes under deadline pressure
Staff are repeatedly named and praised for patience and clear explanations
One reviewer notes a prior repair was honored under warranty months later
Multiple reviews compare it favorably to big-box repair counters

Reputation scorecardrank in Houston

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume397 · 78th

Confidencehigh

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

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Our take: A near-40-year operating history and a rating that beats both national chains on this page. For repair specifically, this is the strongest name here.

Website +1713-472-4357 Directions

3512 Travis St, Houston, TX 77002

#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Experimax Houston Heights

4.8327 Google reviews

Experimax Houston Heights specializes in Apple product repair, certified pre-owned MacBooks, iPads, and iPhones, plus trade-in offers. The store is locally owned and operated out of North Loop West, focused specifically on the Apple ecosystem rather than general computer retail.

What people praise

The highest rating of any store on this page at 4.8
Staff are named individually and praised for going well beyond a standard repair
One review describes staff helping recover a deceased spouse's Apple Music library
Refurbished trade-in machines come with a stated warranty

Reputation scorecardrank in Houston

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume327 · 68th

Confidencehigh

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The smallest review count here, but the rating and the specificity of the praise, especially around emotionally difficult repair situations, make this the top pick for anyone specifically in the Apple ecosystem.

Website +1832-582-7355 Directions

1415 N Loop W Ste 124, Houston, TX 77008

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How we score

Rating is each store’s live Google average. Review volume measures how many customers actually left a review, ranked against the others on this page. Confidence blends the two, so a high rating built on thousands of reviews scores higher than the same rating on a handful. Recency checks how recently people are still reviewing. No store can pay to change these numbers.

How much do computer repairs cost in Houston? (2026)

None of the stores on this page publish a verifiable local price list for repairs or parts, and cost depends heavily on the specific part, brand, and issue, so treat this as a starting point rather than a quote.

Serving all of Houston

These span South Rice Avenue, the Heights, Northwest Freeway, Midtown, and Yale Street, covering a wide stretch of the Houston metro. Search ‘computer store near me’ or ‘computer repair near me’ and cross-check against this list before you drive across town.

What to ask before you buy or repair at a computer store in Houston

Is there a warranty on parts or repairs, and what exactly does it cover?
How long is the typical turnaround for a repair like mine?
Do you offer free diagnostics before I commit to a repair?
Is data recovery included, or is that a separate service?
For a trade-in or refurbished purchase, what condition grading and warranty apply?
Do you carry the specific part or brand I need in stock?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these computer and electronics stores?

We pulled real Google ratings, review counts, and review text for computer and electronics retailers and repair shops across Houston, then ranked them by a blend of rating, review volume, and how recently people are still reviewing.

How often is this updated?

This page was verified in August 2026 using live Google data, and we refresh it periodically as ratings and review counts change.

Which store is best for computer repair specifically?

Computer Hospital and Experimax Houston Heights both post the strongest ratings for repair, with Computer Hospital focused on Windows and Mac systems broadly and Experimax specializing in Apple devices.

Which store has the widest selection of parts?

Micro Center and Altex Computers & Electronics both draw reviewer praise for carrying specialty parts that general electronics retailers don’t stock.

The bottom line

For general parts and builds, Micro Center’s scale and rating make it the safe default. If you’re dealing with a repair, especially anything Apple-specific, Experimax’s rating and Computer Hospital’s decades-long track record are worth the extra stop before you settle for the big-box counter.

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