Short answer: yes, a cracked screen reduces your iPhone's value — but probably not as much as you think. And whether you should fix it before selling depends on the math. Here's the breakdown.
How Much Does a Cracked Screen Reduce Value?
| Model | Perfect Screen | Cracked Screen | Reduction |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 16 Pro Max | Up to $750 | Up to $450 | ~$300 |
| iPhone 15 Pro Max | Up to $520 | Up to $320 | ~$200 |
| iPhone 15 Pro | Up to $400 | Up to $250 | ~$150 |
| iPhone 15 | Up to $300 | Up to $180 | ~$120 |
| iPhone 14 Pro Max | Up to $340 | Up to $200 | ~$140 |
| iPhone 14 | Up to $200 | Up to $120 | ~$80 |
| iPhone 13 | Up to $180 | Up to $100 | ~$80 |
Should You Fix the Screen Before Selling?
The math only works if service cost is significantly less than the value increase. Here's a real example with an iPhone 14:
- Value with cracked screen: ~$120
- Value with good screen: ~$200
- Value increase: $80
- Apple screen service cost (iPhone 14): $279
- Result: Don't fix it. You'd lose $199.
⚠️ Apple's official screen service is almost never worth it before selling. Third-party screen work can be cheaper, but it may trigger "non-genuine screen" warnings that reduce buyer confidence.
Crack Severity Matters
Not all cracks are equal. Buyers categorize damage differently:
- Minor hairline crack — Small reduction, 10–15% off good condition price
- Visible crack, touchscreen still works — Moderate reduction, 25–35% off
- Shattered/spider-web crack — Large reduction, 40–50% off
- Touch not working — Treated as non-functional, significantly lower offer
What About the Back Glass?
A cracked back glass (rear panel) reduces value less than a cracked front screen — typically 10–20%. It's a cosmetic issue and doesn't affect functionality, so buyers discount it less.
The Bottom Line
Bring your cracked iPhone in anyway. TechITAZ buys iPhones in all conditions including fully shattered. You'll still get paid — just slightly less than a perfect-condition phone. Don't pay for an expensive fix that won't increase your payout enough to justify the cost.
We Buy Cracked iPhones
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