Where can I sell my PC? You have three main choices: sell it yourself on eBay or Facebook Marketplace for the most money, use an online buyback site like SellBroke or ItsWorthMore for an easy sale, or take it to a local computer or pawn shop for cash today. Old PCs with no value can be recycled for free.
Below are seven easy places to sell your PC, what affects your price, and how to wipe your data safely before you hand it over.
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Where Can I Sell My PC? 7 Easy Places
1. eBay
eBay reaches the most buyers, so it often pays the most, especially for gaming PCs. Check sold listings for similar PCs to set a fair price. Pack the PC very carefully, or offer local pickup.
2. Facebook Marketplace
Great for local sales with no shipping. Post clear photos and a full spec list. Meet in a safe public place, let the buyer see it turn on, and never hand it over before you’re paid.
3. SellBroke
SellBroke buys desktops in any condition, including broken PCs and custom gaming rigs. It emails a free prepaid UPS label, no box needed, and pays by PayPal, Zelle, Venmo, Cash App or check. Send only the tower, not the monitor or keyboard.
4. ItsWorthMore
ItsWorthMore buys desktops from brands like Apple, Microsoft, Dell, Lenovo, HP, ASUS, Alienware and MSI, with free shipping. Get a quote online and compare it with other sites.
5. Local computer shops and pawn shops
If you’re wondering “where can I sell my PC today,” this is your answer. You’ll usually get less than selling online, but the deal is done in minutes. Call ahead and compare a few offers.
6. Apple Trade In (for Macs)
Selling an iMac or Mac mini? Apple Trade In gives credit toward a new Apple product or an Apple Gift Card, and recycles Macs with no value for free.
7. Free recycling for old PCs
If your PC is too old to sell, recycle it. Dell Reconnect accepts computers of any brand, in any condition, at participating Goodwill locations. Please don’t throw a PC in the trash, because old electronics can leak harmful pollutants in landfills.
What Is My PC Worth?
Before you decide where to sell your PC, know what drives the price.
- Graphics card: for gaming PCs, it’s often the most valuable part.
- Processor and RAM: newer chips and 16 GB or more add value.
- Storage: an SSD is worth more than an old hard drive.
- Condition: a PC that works perfectly gets far better offers.
Quick tip: if your PC is old but has a good graphics card, selling the card separately may get you more than selling the whole PC.
How to Prepare Your PC Before Selling
- Back up your files to an external drive or the cloud.
- Sign out of your accounts, like Microsoft, Google and Steam.
- Wipe it: on Windows 11, open Settings, System, Recovery, click Reset PC, choose Remove everything and turn on Clean data. Microsoft recommends Clean data when you sell or give away a PC.
- Clean it and take clear photos of the outside and inside.
- List the specs: processor, graphics card, RAM, storage and Windows version.
Selling a Laptop Instead?
The same places work for laptops, plus a few more. Read does ecoATM take laptops? for the full list of laptop buyers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I sell my PC for the most money?
Selling it yourself on eBay or Facebook Marketplace usually brings the most money, especially for gaming PCs with a recent graphics card. It takes more work, though: photos, messages and shipping or meeting buyers. Online buyback sites are easier but often pay less.
Where can I sell my PC for cash today?
A local computer repair shop or pawn shop is the fastest option. Many will pay on the spot after a quick check. Call two or three shops first and compare offers, because prices vary a lot.
Can I sell a broken PC?
Yes. SellBroke says it buys desktops in any condition, including PCs that won’t power on, have a bad motherboard or are missing a graphics card. Offers are based on parts value. You can also sell working parts separately on eBay.
Should I sell my PC whole or in parts?
Selling parts separately, especially the graphics card, often brings more money, but it takes more time and know-how. If you want an easy sale, sell it whole. If the PC is old, its parts may be worth more than the complete system.
How do I wipe my PC before selling it?
On Windows 11, open Settings, go to System, then Recovery, click Reset PC, choose Remove everything and turn on Clean data. Microsoft recommends Clean data when you sell or give away a PC. Back up your files first.
What should I do with an old PC that nobody wants?
Recycle it for free. Dell Reconnect accepts computers of any brand at participating Goodwill locations, and Best Buy also takes many electronics for recycling. Wipe the drive first, or remove it before you drop the PC off.
The Bottom Line
Where can I sell my PC? For the most money, use eBay or Facebook Marketplace. For an easy sale, even if it’s broken, try SellBroke or ItsWorthMore. For cash today, visit a local computer or pawn shop.
Whichever you choose, back up and wipe your PC first, and get two or three quotes so you know you’re getting a fair price.
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