The short version
- Typical range: £60 – £450
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Electronics
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used samsung galaxy is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for samsung galaxys, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £450 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £382 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £292 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £202 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £112 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
These are the five grades WishThrift listings use, and sellers set the grade themselves — see what each condition grade means. Figures are shown in pounds as a reference point. On WishThrift prices display in your own currency, and sellers set their own asking price.
What raises the value of a samsung galaxy
- S-series and Z-series flagships rather than A-series models
- Unlocked status with a clean IMEI
- S Pen included where the model came with one
- Screen with no burn-in and original factory panel
What lowers it
- A-series models, which depreciate very quickly
- Burn-in on the always-on display area
- Replaced screens, which Samsung devices flag in diagnostics
- Crease damage or screen failure on folding models
How to work out what yours is worth
- Confirm the exact model code in Settings > About phone
- Run Samsung Members diagnostics to check the panel is original
- Compare sold listings for that model line and storage
Once you have those three answers you can place your own samsung galaxy on the table above with reasonable confidence. If it sits between two rows, price it toward the lower one — items priced honestly sell faster than items priced hopefully.
Ready to sell it? Listing on WishThrift is free, there is no commission, and you keep the full amount you agree with the buyer — see how selling works or create a free account.
Frequently asked questions
Which Samsung Galaxy phones hold value best?
The S-series flagships, comfortably. Budget A-series models depreciate very quickly and sell for modest sums within a couple of years.
Do folding Galaxy phones sell well second hand?
They do, but buyers scrutinise the hinge and crease closely. A fold with no screen fault sells strongly; one with a failing panel is worth very little.
Does the S Pen need to be included?
If the model shipped with one, yes. Replacements are model-specific and buyers treat a missing S Pen as an immediate cost.
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