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How Much Is My Phone Worth?
Whether you're selling outright, trading in, or borrowing against your phone, the same underlying number matters: what is it actually worth right now, in Ghana, today. Here's what really moves that number.
1. Model and storage
The biggest factor, by far. A newer, higher-storage model holds value better than an older or lower-storage one — see our iPhone price guide for current reference figures by model.
2. Battery health
Below roughly 80% battery health, value drops noticeably — buyers factor in the cost of a battery replacement. If you know your battery health percentage, mention it upfront; it saves time at valuation.
3. Screen and body condition
Cracks, deep scratches, or a bent frame reduce value more than cosmetic wear. A phone with a spotless screen but a worn back is usually worth more than the reverse, since screen replacement is the costlier repair.
4. Lock status
A phone still logged into iCloud or a Google account (Activation Lock / FRP) generally can't be valued or accepted at all — it can't be resold if something goes wrong. Sign out and factory reset before you get an estimate.
5. Originality of parts
A phone with a genuine, unrepaired screen and battery is worth more than one with third-party replacement parts, even if both look and function fine. This is usually confirmed at physical inspection, not something you can self-report accurately.
What this actually means for you
- An online estimate is always a range, not a final number — that's true anywhere, not just at Colatr.
- The gap between "estimated market value" and what you're actually offered reflects real risk and resale cost — it's not arbitrary.
- Being upfront about condition when you ask for an estimate gets you a more accurate number faster.
Once you have a rough figure in mind, you can decide what to actually do with it — sell it outright, trade it toward something else, or borrow against it and keep the phone. If you're not sure which fits your situation, see our Borrow vs Sell vs Trade guide.