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Sell my Samsung Galaxy S24

Condition guide

How we grade every device that comes in, in plain English.

Condition	What it means
Flawless	No scratches or scuffs anywhere. Screen and body look like new. Fully working, no cracks.
Good	Light, minor scratches or scuffs from normal use, none deep. No cracks or dents. Fully working.
Fair	Heavier scratches, scuffs, or a small dent, but no cracks in the glass or screen. Fully working.
Cracked screen	Cracked or chipped screen or back glass, but it still powers on and the touchscreen works.
Broken	Powers on but has a fault, a bad display, or a part not working (camera, buttons, Face ID).
Won't power on	Won't turn on or hold a charge. We still buy it for parts.

At inspection

Common Galaxy S24 issues we check at inspection

Screen burn-in on Dynamic AMOLED 2X display. Ghost images from status bar icons, navigation gestures, or keyboard impressions visible on the OLED panel after prolonged static image display.
Battery degradation. The 4000mAh battery capacity diminishes over time, leading to reduced screen-on time and requiring more frequent charging. Often listed as 'holds a charge' but with significantly reduced capacity.
Cosmetic damage to Gorilla Glass Victus 2. Scratches and micro-abrasions on the front and back glass, especially from keys or abrasive surfaces. Deeper chips or cracks are more significant.
Aluminum frame dents/scratches. The aluminum frame is prone to dings and scratches from drops or impacts, particularly on the corners.
Charging port issues. Lint or debris accumulation in the USB-C port can cause intermittent charging or data transfer problems. Port wear or damage is also possible.
Camera lens scratches. Scratches on the individual camera lenses can affect photo quality, causing glare or blur.

Trade-in value, last 12 monthsDown ~16%, sell before it drops more

Jul: $245now: $207

Real cash vs a carrier trade-in

Your Galaxy S24 offer is paid as real cash you can spend anywhere. A carrier “trade-in” of a similar size is bill credit spread over 24 to 36 months, and only while you buy a new phone and stay on their plan.

BuyBackBear

up to $238 cash

Real cash by PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check
Yours to spend anywhere, no strings
We beat any competitor’s written quote by $2

Carrier trade-in

Bill credit

Spread over 24 to 36 monthly bill credits
Only if you buy a new phone and stay on plan
Leave early and the remaining credit disappears

Reference

Model numbers and every configuration we price, one tap away. The quote above already covers the exact variant you pick.

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How to identify your Galaxy S24

Make sure you're quoting the exact model and variant, it's what locks your price.

1.Open Settings → About phone on the Galaxy S24.
2."Model number" (e.g. SM-S921U) confirms the exact variant.
3.Check "Storage" for the capacity, then pick the matching size above.
4.Dial *#06# to get the IMEI.

Variants & configurations we buy

Select yours above for an exact cash offer.

Storage: 128GB · 256GB
Carriers: Unlocked, AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon & more
Conditions: Flawless · Good · Fair · Cracked · Broken · Won't power on
Released: 2024
Launch price: $799
Model #: 921U, 921U1, S921, S921U

First, remove your Google account from your Galaxy S24

Reset an Android phone before removing the account and Factory Reset Protection locks the next owner out, which drops the resale value to almost nothing. Watch the order that works before you wipe anything.

Prefer to read? Full transcript and takeaways →

Four steps

How it works

Four steps, no surprises. Decline any revised offer for free, we even pay the return shipping.

1
Get your quote
Pick your model and condition for an instant, honest offer. Price locked 14 days.
2
Ship it free
We email a prepaid FedEx/UPS label and your 5 nearest drop-off spots. Pack it with our guide.
3
We inspect & wipe
We test, certify-erase your data (NIST 800-88), and email your Certificate of Data Erasure.
4
Get paid fast
Choose PayPal, debit, Venmo, or a gift-card bonus. Don't like a revised offer? Free returns.

Answers

Selling your Galaxy S24: FAQs

Straight answers on value, condition and getting paid for your Galaxy S24.

How much is a Samsung Galaxy S24 worth?

A Galaxy S24 in flawless, unlocked condition is worth up to $238 right now with BuyBackBear. Exact value depends on storage, carrier and condition, get your instant quote above. Your quote is locked for 14 days.

What is the Galaxy S24 trade-in value?

The Galaxy S24 trade-in value runs up to $238 for a flawless, unlocked unit and scales down with storage, carrier lock and condition. We re-price daily against the market, so the number in your quote is current, and we'll beat any competitor's written quote by $2.

Can I sell a Galaxy S24 with a cracked screen?

Yes. A Galaxy S24 with a cracked screen that still powers on is worth around $60. Select "Cracked screen" above for your exact offer, we buy damaged and broken devices too.

Where can I sell my Galaxy S24 for cash?

Right here, get an instant quote above, ship it free with a prepaid label, and we pay cash by PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check quickly after we inspect it. No stores, no haggling, and free return shipping if you decide not to sell.

Do I get more selling my Galaxy S24 here than trading it in with my carrier?

Almost always. Carriers pay "up to" headline amounts as bill credits spread over 24 to 36 months, and only if you buy a new phone and stay on their plan. BuyBackBear pays cash after inspection, no strings.

How do I wipe my Galaxy S24 before selling it?

Back up, remove your Google and manufacturer accounts (to clear the factory-reset lock), remove your SIM/SD card, then factory reset. We wipe it again to NIST 800-88 standards and email you a Certificate of Data Erasure.

What if my Galaxy S24 is worth less after inspection?

If our inspection changes your quote, we send photo evidence and give you 14 days to accept or decline. Decline and we ship your Galaxy S24 back free, we never silently accept a lower offer for you.

How much can I sell my Galaxy S24 for?

From $10 (won't power on) to $238 (flawless, unlocked). No listing fees, no shipping costs and no haggling, the quote you lock is the cash we pay if the device matches your description.

Where can I sell my Samsung Galaxy S24 near me?

Anywhere in the US, no store visit needed. We email a free prepaid label, you drop the box at any carrier location, and payment goes out after inspection. Mail-in buyback beats kiosk and store walk-in offers almost every time.

Can I sell a broken Galaxy S24?

Yes. Cracked glass, bad battery, even a Galaxy S24 that won't turn on, we buy them all. Broken units start around $10, just pick the matching condition above for your exact offer.

Is a used Galaxy S24 still worth anything in 2026?

Yes, a 2-year-old Galaxy S24 in good shape still brings up to $238. Resale value keeps sliding as newer models launch, so the sooner you sell, the more of that value you keep.

Should I sell my Galaxy S24 now or wait?

Sooner is almost always better. Galaxy S24 prices fall every time a newer model launches or a carrier promo ends, they don't recover. The price-history chart on this page shows the trend for this exact device.

Is it safe to sell my Galaxy S24 online?

Yes, when the buyer does what we do: a NIST 800-88 certified data wipe with an emailed certificate, photo evidence for any re-grade, and free return shipping if you decline. You're never locked in.

Does storage size change what my Galaxy S24 is worth?

Yes, meaningfully. We price 2 storage sizes for the Galaxy S24 (up to 256GB), and bigger storage always pays more. Select yours above to see the difference.

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