Sell my Apple iPhone XS Max
Trade-in value up to $126 (256GB · flawless · unlocked) · paid quickly · free certified data wipe
Estimated market value · we refine it daily from live competitor offers
Released in 2018 at $1099, your Apple iPhone XS Max is worth real money today. Phones lose value fast once the next model lands, so selling your iPhone XS Max sooner puts more cash in your pocket. BuyBackBear gives you a transparent quote in seconds, pays more than carrier bill-credit deals, wipes your data to NIST 800-88 standards with a free certificate, and pays you quickly after we inspect it. Lock today's price below.
What's my iPhone XS Max worth? A iPhone XS Max in flawless, unlocked condition is worth up to $126 with BuyBackBear today, about 11% of its $1,099 launch price. Offers range from $17 for a broken unit up to $126 flawless, and we pay cash quickly after we inspect it. Released in 2018 (about 8 years ago), the iPhone XS Max keeps losing value as newer models launch, selling now locks today's price.
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iPhone XS Max: key trade-in facts
- Top payout (flawless, unlocked)
- $126
- Broken / won't power on
- from $17
- Released
- 2018
- Launch price
- $1,099 (11% retained)
- Storage sizes priced
- 64GB, 128GB, 256GB
- Payment
- PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check
- Shipping
- Free prepaid label, both ways
- Quote lock
- 14 days
- Data
- NIST 800-88 certified wipe
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Real cash vs a carrier trade-in
Your iPhone XS Max 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.
- Real cash by PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check
- Yours to spend anywhere, no strings
- We beat any competitor’s written quote by $2
- 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
| Condition | What it means |
|---|---|
| Flawless | Like new, no scratches, fully functional, no screen marks. |
| Good | Light wear, minor scratches. Screen and body intact, fully working. |
| Fair | Visible scratches or scuffs but no cracks. Fully functional. |
| Cracked screen | Cracked glass or display but the device still powers on and works. |
| Broken | Major damage, cracked back, bad screen, or faults. Still powers on. |
| Won't power on | Dead or won't boot, sold for parts. |
About the iPhone XS Max
The Apple iPhone XS Max, released in 2018, represents a significant leap in smartphone technology, offering a stunning 6.5-inch Super Retina OLED display, the largest ever on an iPhone at its release. Powered by the A12 Bionic chip, it delivers exceptional performance for demanding apps and games, alongside advanced camera capabilities. Its premium glass and stainless steel design, coupled with IP68 water resistance, make it a durable and elegant device. This model introduced enhanced Face ID for secure authentication and Apple Pay, alongside improved stereo speakers for an immersive audio experience. With its powerful hardware and refined software, the iPhone XS Max remains a highly capable device, perfect for users seeking a large-screen iPhone with robust features and a premium feel.
- ✓6.5-inch Super Retina OLED Display
- ✓Apple A12 Bionic Chip
- ✓Dual 12MP Camera System with OIS
- ✓Face ID Security
- ✓IP68 Water and Dust Resistance
- ✓Wireless Charging
- ✓Stereo Speakers
- ✓Premium Glass and Stainless Steel Design
iPhone XS Max specifications
- Display
- 6.5 inches
- Panel
- Super Retina OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision
- Resolution
- 2688 x 1242
- Refresh rate
- 60Hz
- Chip
- Apple A12 Bionic (7 nm)
- RAM
- 4GB
- OS at launch
- iOS 12
- Main camera
- 12 MP (wide) + 12 MP (telephoto)
- Front camera
- 7 MP, f/2.2, 32mm
- Battery
- 3174
- Charging
- 15W wired fast charging (50% in 30 min)
- Dimensions
- 157.5 x 77.4 x 7.7 mm
- Weight
- 208.0
- Build
- Glass front, glass back, stainless steel frame
- Water resistance
- IP68 dust/water resi
- Port
- Lightning, USB 2.0
- Unlock
- Face ID (Face recognition)
- Storage
- 64GB, 256GB, 512GB
Common iPhone XS Max issues we check at inspection
- Screen burn-in on OLED display. Ghost images from status bar, navigation buttons, or keyboard visible on OLED panels after extended use. The iPhone XS Max uses an OLED display, making it susceptible.
- Battery degradation below 80% health. Original battery showing <80% maximum capacity after 2+ years of use. This is typical for devices of this age.
- Face ID failure. The TrueDepth camera system for Face ID can fail due to hardware issues or damage, rendering a key feature unusable.
- Cracked screen or back glass. The glass front and back are prone to cracking from drops. Stainless steel frame can also show dents and scratches.
- Water damage indicators tripped. Despite IP68 rating, liquid contact can cause internal corrosion and component failure, often not immediately apparent.
- Charging port issues. The Lightning port can become loose, corroded, or clogged with debris, leading to charging or data transfer problems.