How to Sell a Google Pixel in the UK: Pixel 8, Pixel 7, Pixel Fold & Older Models
You can sell a Google Pixel in the UK even if it is several generations old or has some damage. The amount you receive depends on the exact Pixel model, storage, network, physical condition, battery performance and whether the phone is ready for another owner to use. Models including the Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 7a are currently listed by Sell My iPhone with condition options ranging from New through to Faulty. Sell My iPhone
Despite the company name, Sell My iPhone is not limited to Apple phones. Its device catalogue contains Google among its supported phone manufacturers, alongside Samsung, OnePlus, Motorola, OPPO and many others. Sell My iPhone
So if an old Pixel has been sitting in a drawer since your last upgrade, it is worth checking before assuming it has little value.
Search for your Google Pixel on Sell My iPhone
Quick answer: Identify the exact Pixel model and storage, check the screen, cameras, charging and battery, remove your Google Account, factory-reset the phone and choose its condition accurately. Pixel 8 and newer devices also benefit from Google's longer software-support commitment, which can help keep relatively recent Pixels useful in the second-hand market. Google Support
Can I sell a Google Pixel to Sell My iPhone?
Yes.
Sell My iPhone's live device catalogue includes Google as a manufacturer, and specific Pixel product pages are already available.
For example, the site currently has dedicated trade-in pages for the Google Pixel 8 Pro and Google Pixel 7a. Both allow sellers to choose the phone's network and condition before receiving a quote. Sell My iPhone
Sell or value a Google Pixel 8 Pro
Sell or value a Google Pixel 7a
Sell My iPhone's general FAQs also say the company buys both working and damaged devices. If a particular device does not appear in the catalogue, customers can contact the company and it may still be able to make an offer. Sell My iPhone
That means the first step should be searching for the exact Pixel rather than assuming an older or damaged handset cannot be sold.
Which Google Pixel do I have?
Before checking a value, identify the phone correctly.
“Google Pixel” is not precise enough.
Someone could own:
- Pixel 8;
- Pixel 8 Pro;
- Pixel 7;
- Pixel 7 Pro;
- Pixel 7a;
- Pixel 6;
- Pixel 6 Pro;
- Pixel Fold;
- or a much older Pixel model.
Storage also matters.
The Pixel 8 Pro, for example, was sold in multiple capacities, and Sell My iPhone's current trade-in page distinguishes between 128GB, 256GB and 512GB versions. Sell My iPhone
How to check your Pixel model
Open:
Settings → About phone
You should be able to find the model name and other device information there.
Do not rely entirely on appearance.
Pixel generations can look similar, and choosing the wrong phone can lead to an inaccurate initial quote.
How do I check how much storage my Google Pixel has?
Again, use the handset rather than memory.
Open Settings and check the phone's storage information.
The difference matters because storage is part of the actual device specification.
A 128GB Pixel 8 Pro and a 512GB Pixel 8 Pro are not identical products.
If you submit the wrong storage capacity, Sell My iPhone says it will check the device after arrival and issue a revised price if the model or specification does not match what was entered. Sell My iPhone
Does the network matter when selling a Google Pixel?
It can.
Sell My iPhone's Pixel 8 Pro page currently asks sellers to select from options including:
- Unlocked;
- O2;
- EE;
- Vodafone;
- Three;
- Tesco;
- and several other network choices. Sell My iPhone
Therefore, choose the actual network status rather than automatically selecting “Unlocked”.
If you are unsure, check before submitting the trade-in.
Selling a Google Pixel 8 in the UK
Pixel 8 is one of the strongest opportunities in your current search data.
People are already finding Sell My iPhone for searches including:
sell Google Pixel 8,
sell my Google Pixel 8,
sell Pixel 8,
and sell Google Pixel 8 Pro.
That makes the Pixel 8 generation particularly important.
Pixel 8 has unusually long software support
Google says Pixel 8 and later phones receive seven years of updates, starting from when each device first became available through the Google Store in the US. That includes operating-system and security updates and may include Pixel Drops. Google Support
That is relevant to resale.
A Pixel 8 may no longer be its owner's newest handset, but it can still have years of supported useful life ahead of it.
For a refurbished buyer, that is meaningful.
Pixel 8 Pro storage matters
Sell My iPhone's current Pixel 8 Pro listing distinguishes between 128GB, 256GB and 512GB versions. It also includes condition categories from New to Faulty. Sell My iPhone
So before selling, confirm both.
Check the Google Pixel 8 Pro trade-in page
Can I sell a Google Pixel 8 Pro?
Yes.
The Pixel 8 Pro has a dedicated Sell My iPhone trade-in page.
The page currently asks sellers to choose:
- storage;
- network;
- condition.
Available condition selections include New, Very Good, Average, Poor and Faulty. Sell My iPhone
That last category is important.
A Pixel does not necessarily need to be cosmetically perfect to have a trade-in route.
Selling a Google Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro
Pixel 7 searches are another visible opportunity.
If you own a Pixel 7, 7 Pro or 7a, model identification is particularly important because they are different phones.
Pixel 7 still receives Google updates
Google's current software-support guidance places Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 7a in the group receiving five years of updates from their original Google Store availability date. Google Support
The same support group includes Pixel 6-series devices and the original Pixel Fold.
That means the Pixel 7 generation can still have meaningful useful life even after its first owner upgrades.
Sell My iPhone lists Pixel 7a
The current Pixel 7a trade-in page allows sellers to select network and condition, including a Faulty category. Sell My iPhone
Check the Google Pixel 7a trade-in page
Can I sell a Google Pixel Fold?
Potentially, yes.
This deserves its own section because your Google Search Console data shows that “sell my Google Pixel Fold” is already one of the site's strongest Pixel opportunities, appearing at an average position close to page one.
Foldable phones also need more careful condition checking than a conventional handset.
Check both displays
A Pixel Fold has more than one display.
Before selling, examine:
- outer display;
- inner folding display;
- touch response;
- visible cracks;
- dead or damaged areas.
Check the hinge
Open and close the phone normally.
If the hinge behaves abnormally or the phone does not open as expected, that is relevant to its condition.
Do not describe a Fold as fully working if part of the folding mechanism is clearly faulty.
Check the cameras and charging too
A foldable phone can still have the same ordinary smartphone faults as any other Pixel.
Test:
- cameras;
- microphones;
- speakers;
- USB-C charging;
- Wi-Fi;
- Bluetooth.
A premium original retail price does not make condition irrelevant.
Does Pixel Fold still receive software updates?
Yes, within Google's published support window.
Google lists the original Pixel Fold alongside Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 generations as receiving five years of updates from first availability. Google Support
That can matter to a second-hand buyer comparing the original Fold with much older Android hardware.
Software support is not the only thing determining resale value, but it contributes to how useful the device can remain.
Selling a Google Pixel 6 or Pixel 6 Pro
Pixel 6 devices still appear in your GSC data for searches such as:
sell Google Pixel 6 and sell my Google Pixel 6.
The Pixel 6 range is older than Pixel 8, but Google still places Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro within its five-year update-support group. Google Support
That means an owner should not assume a Pixel 6 is worthless just because several newer generations exist.
The important questions are:
- does it work?
- what condition is it in?
- how is the battery performing?
- is the screen intact?
- what is the current trade-in quote?
Search the exact model first.
Search Sell My iPhone's live device catalogue
What about Google Pixel 5 and older phones?
Older Pixels require a different calculation.
Google's current support guidance says Pixel 5a and earlier models no longer receive Android version and security updates. Google Support
That includes older devices such as Pixel 5, Pixel 4-series and earlier phones.
This does not necessarily make the hardware useless.
A phone can continue to turn on and run existing software.
However, lack of current security and operating-system support can reduce its attractiveness to someone looking for a long-term refurbished phone.
Do not assume an old Pixel is worth £0
Search the model.
Older technology can still have:
- reuse value;
- repair value;
- parts value;
- recycling value.
Sell My iPhone's FAQ says it will also recycle devices on a customer's behalf when they have no resale value. Sell My iPhone
Does battery health affect Google Pixel trade-in value?
Yes, battery condition can matter.
Sell My iPhone's current FAQ says that if a device's battery reports less than 85%, its offer can be reduced to contribute towards replacement costs, with the reduction potentially reaching £30 on more recent models. Sell My iPhone
Google also publishes detailed guidance about Pixel battery ageing.
Pixel 8a and newer can show battery health
Google says its Battery Health status feature is available on Pixel 8a and later.
Open:
Settings → Battery → Battery health
The phone can report the battery as Normal or Reduced.
Google defines Reduced as remaining capacity below 80%. Google Support
Read Google's official Pixel battery-health guidance
Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are different
An important detail: Google says Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro do not display the same battery-health status. Google Support
So do not assume you will see an iPhone-style capacity percentage on every Pixel.
Battery diagnostics are available more widely
Google says battery diagnostics are available on Pixel 6 and later, including Pixel Fold devices. Google Support
You can open:
Settings → Battery → Battery Diagnostics
That can help identify obvious battery problems before selling.
How long are Pixel batteries designed to last?
Google gives useful cycle guidance.
It says:
- Pixel 3 through Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Fold should retain up to 80% capacity for about 800 charge cycles.
- Pixel 8a and later should retain up to 80% capacity for about 1,000 charge cycles. Google Support
These are design targets rather than guarantees for every individual phone.
Actual battery ageing depends on use, temperature, charging and other conditions.
However, they help explain why battery performance becomes increasingly relevant as a Pixel gets older.
Should I replace my Pixel battery before selling?
Not automatically.
Check the economics first.
Suppose a repair costs £80 but only adds £40 to the trade-in value.
You have spent £80 to gain £40.
That makes no financial sense purely for resale.
Instead:
- check the current faulty or lower-condition value;
- get a realistic battery-replacement price;
- compare it with the likely post-repair value.
Only repair if the numbers make sense or if you plan to continue using the phone yourself.
Can I sell a Google Pixel with a cracked screen?
Potentially.
Sell My iPhone says it accepts damaged devices, and its Pixel listings include a Faulty condition option. Sell My iPhone
A cracked display will normally affect condition, but it does not automatically mean the phone has no commercial value.
Whether it remains worth buying depends on:
- model;
- age;
- storage;
- extent of damage;
- other faults;
- repair economics.
Do not repair first and ask questions later
Get the as-is value first.
A Pixel 8 Pro screen repair and a much older Pixel repair do not have the same economics.
Check before spending money.
Can I sell a Google Pixel that will not turn on?
Possibly.
Sell My iPhone says it may buy completely dead devices when repair and resale remain viable. Sell My iPhone
A phone that will not turn on might have:
- failed battery;
- damaged charging port;
- display failure;
- board fault;
- another electrical issue.
Those problems have very different repair costs.
So “dead” does not automatically mean “worthless”.
What if my Pixel has a swollen battery?
Treat that as a safety problem rather than a normal trade-in issue.
Google says a swollen battery can cause the display or rear cover to lift and advises users not to press the cover back into place, pry open the device or attempt to repair the swollen battery themselves. Google Support
Google recommends backing up the device and following appropriate repair or recycling guidance.
If the battery is visibly damaged or exposed, avoid continuing to charge or manipulate the device unnecessarily.
Does software support affect Google Pixel resale value?
It can.
A supported phone has a stronger argument as a refurbished purchase because the next owner can continue receiving official software and security updates.
Google currently divides several popular generations like this:
| Pixel generation | Published Google update policy |
|---|---|
| Pixel 8 and later | Seven years |
| Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 6a, Pixel 7 family and Pixel Fold | Five years |
| Pixel 5a and earlier | No longer receiving Android/security updates |
Google measures the support period from when the device first became available on the Google Store in the US. Google Support
That does not translate directly into a specific resale price.
Condition, battery and market demand still matter.
However, it is another reason a Pixel 8 may remain attractive to a refurbished buyer long after its original launch.
Does storage affect Pixel resale value?
Potentially, yes.
Buyers do not view every storage configuration as interchangeable.
Someone who records lots of video or keeps large amounts of media locally may prefer 256GB or 512GB.
More importantly for a trade-in, storage determines which exact device you are selling.
Sell My iPhone's Pixel 8 Pro page explicitly distinguishes 128GB, 256GB and 512GB variants. Sell My iPhone
Always select the real capacity.
Does cosmetic condition matter?
Yes.
Sell My iPhone's current Pixel listings use condition categories including:
New → Very Good → Average → Poor → Faulty. Sell My iPhone
Those categories recognise that there is a difference between:
- small cosmetic marks;
- heavier wear;
- cracked glass;
- functional faults.
Inspect the phone under good lighting before choosing a condition.
What should I test before selling a Google Pixel?
A ten-minute test can reveal problems before the phone reaches the buyer.
Check:
- touchscreen;
- display;
- front camera;
- rear cameras;
- speakers;
- microphones;
- volume buttons;
- power button;
- fingerprint sensor;
- USB-C charging;
- Wi-Fi;
- Bluetooth;
- mobile connectivity.
On Pixel 6 and newer, Google's own diagnostic tools may also help with areas such as battery and charging. Google Support
If something does not work, describe it accurately.
What should I do before selling a Google Pixel?
Preparation matters just as much as valuation.
Sell My iPhone currently recommends a six-step process that includes backing up data, removing locks and accessories, removing cloud accounts, factory-resetting, packaging securely and posting the device. Sell My iPhone
Read Sell My iPhone's full device-preparation guide
Step 1: Back up your Pixel
Before erasing anything, make sure your important information exists elsewhere.
Consider:
- photos;
- videos;
- contacts;
- messages;
- documents;
- authenticator access;
- app data.
Do not assume that because something appears in an app it has automatically been backed up.
Confirm first.
Step 2: Remove your Google Account
This is particularly important with Android.
Sell My iPhone says linked cloud accounts can prevent the company from testing and processing a device normally. Its Android guide applies specifically to Google Pixel as well as other Android phones. Sell My iPhone
On a Pixel, its guidance says to:
Settings → Passwords & accounts → Google Account → Remove account
The wording can vary slightly with Android version.
Sell My iPhone's Android cloud-account removal guide
Step 3: Remove the SIM and accessories
Take out:
- physical SIM;
- case;
- screen accessories where relevant;
- removable items you want to keep.
Sell My iPhone says ordinary phones do not need to be sent with their charger or original packaging. Sell My iPhone
That means losing the Pixel box does not automatically prevent you from selling it.
Step 4: Factory-reset the Pixel
Google specifically says that for trade-ins, use the factory-reset option in the Settings app. Google Support
The current Google path is:
Settings → System → Reset options → Erase all data (factory reset)
A factory reset removes the data stored on the phone.
Do this only after confirming your backup.
Google's official Pixel factory-reset instructions
Step 5: Photograph the device
Sell My iPhone recommends taking photographs before posting a device as evidence of its condition. Sell My iPhone
Take clear pictures of:
- front;
- rear;
- sides;
- screen;
- any existing damage.
This takes a minute and gives you a useful record before transit.
Step 6: Package and send it properly
Sell My iPhone provides a postage pack and says its included label covers devices valued up to £100.
For higher-value devices, it recommends considering Royal Mail Special Delivery for greater protection. Sell My iPhone
That is especially relevant to premium Pixels.
A Pixel Fold or high-specification Pro model deserves sensible transit protection.
How long is a Sell My iPhone Pixel quote valid?
Sell My iPhone currently guarantees emailed quotes for 14 days when the device arrives in time and matches the model, grade and condition supplied. Sell My iPhone
If the phone arrives later, the company says it will use the current market offer instead.
That matters because technology values change.
Once you have decided to sell, leaving the quote unused for weeks is unlikely to help.
What happens if I choose the wrong Pixel or condition?
Sell My iPhone says it checks received devices.
If the model, network or condition is different from the information supplied, it emails a revised offer. You can accept the new price or refuse it and have the device returned. Sell My iPhone
That is why accuracy is better than trying to select the most valuable condition.
A higher initial quote is meaningless if the handset cannot pass the inspection for that grade.
When is the best time to sell an old Google Pixel?
If you still use the phone, keep it.
There is no reason to sell useful technology purely because a newer model exists.
The calculation changes once you have upgraded.
A Pixel sitting unused is subject to:
- ageing battery;
- newer competing models;
- changing software support;
- increasing second-hand supply.
Sell My iPhone's current FAQ states that device values generally trend down as products get older. Sell My iPhone
Therefore, once you genuinely know you do not need the phone, checking its value sooner is usually more rational than storing it indefinitely.
A practical example: selling a Pixel 8 after upgrading
Imagine you upgrade from a Pixel 8.
The old phone still works perfectly.
You have three sensible options.
Keep it
If you genuinely need a backup phone, there is nothing wrong with keeping it.
Give it to somebody
A relative might get more value from using it than you would receive by selling.
Sell it
The Pixel 8 remains within Google's seven-year update commitment, so it can still have substantial useful life for another owner. Google Support
You back up your data, remove the Google Account, factory-reset the phone and check its current value.
What makes less sense is automatically leaving it in a drawer for several years without checking.
Another example: selling an original Pixel Fold
Imagine you upgraded from the first Pixel Fold.
Because it originally sat in a premium price category, you may be tempted to assume it must still be worth a large fixed amount.
That is not how resale works.
Check:
- outer display;
- inner display;
- hinge;
- cameras;
- battery;
- storage;
- cosmetic condition.
Then obtain a current quote.
The actual value is determined by the device you have today, not simply what it cost when new.
Should I sell privately or trade in my Pixel?
Either route can make sense.
Private sale
Potential advantages include more control over the asking price.
But you also need to deal with:
- listing;
- photographs;
- buyer questions;
- negotiations;
- payment;
- postage or collection;
- potential disputes.
Trade-in service
The main advantage is simplicity.
You enter the device, receive a quote and send it for inspection.
There is no need to wait for an individual marketplace buyer.
Sell My iPhone's site allows customers to search the device directly and says qualifying matching devices can be paid after processing. Sell My iPhone
Neither route is universally better.
Compare the money you realistically receive with the amount of time and effort involved.
What if my Google Pixel is not listed?
Do not choose a similar phone just to obtain a quote.
Sell My iPhone says customers can contact it when a device is missing from the platform and it may still make an offer. Sell My iPhone
That is the better route for unusual or less common models.
Why Google Pixel is worth checking before recycling
Google Pixel now has a substantial used-device ecosystem.
Relatively recent generations have long official support periods, while older devices can still have reuse, repair or parts value.
Sell My iPhone's wider old-tech guidance also makes the broader point that Google Pixel is among the Android brands worth checking before deciding that an unused device is waste. Sell My iPhone
Read Sell My iPhone's guide to selling, reusing or recycling old tech
The useful order is:
use → reuse → sell → recycle when meaningful reuse is finished.
The key takeaway
If you have an old Google Pixel, search the exact model before deciding what to do with it.
A Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 7, Pixel Fold and Pixel 5 are very different products.
Their remaining value can depend on:
- model;
- storage;
- network;
- battery;
- software support;
- screen condition;
- cameras;
- charging;
- cosmetic condition;
- functional faults.
Pixel 8 and newer phones benefit from Google's seven-year update policy, while Pixel 6, Pixel 7 and the original Pixel Fold sit within Google's five-year support group. Older Pixel 5a-and-earlier devices no longer receive Android and security updates. Google Support
Before sending your phone, back it up, remove the Google Account, remove your SIM, factory-reset it and photograph the condition.
Then use the live quote rather than assuming what an old Pixel should be worth.
Check what your Google Pixel could be worth today
Frequently asked questions
Can I sell my Google Pixel?
Yes. Sell My iPhone's catalogue includes Google devices, and current dedicated trade-in pages include models such as Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 7a. Sell My iPhone
Can I sell a Google Pixel 8?
Potentially, yes. Search the exact Pixel 8 configuration and select the correct storage, network and condition.
Can I sell a Google Pixel 8 Pro?
Yes. Sell My iPhone currently has a dedicated Google Pixel 8 Pro trade-in page covering multiple storage capacities, networks and conditions. Sell My iPhone
Check Pixel 8 Pro trade-in options
Can I sell a Google Pixel 7?
Potentially. Pixel 7 remains within Google's published five-year update-support group. Google Support
Can I sell a Google Pixel Fold?
Potentially. Check the exact model and inspect both screens, the hinge, battery and other functions before selecting its condition.
Can I sell a broken Google Pixel?
Yes, potentially. Sell My iPhone says it buys damaged devices, and its Pixel listings include a Faulty condition option. Sell My iPhone
Can I sell a Pixel that will not switch on?
Possibly. Sell My iPhone says it may purchase completely dead devices where repair and resale remain economical. Sell My iPhone
Does Pixel battery health affect trade-in value?
It can. Sell My iPhone says devices reporting below 85% battery can receive a price adjustment to contribute towards replacement. Google's newer Pixels also provide Battery Health information on supported models. Sell My iPhone
Can I check battery health on a Pixel 8?
Pixel 8 does not provide the same Battery Health status available on Pixel 8a and later. Google does, however, provide battery diagnostics on Pixel 6 and later phones. Google Support
Do I need to remove my Google Account before selling a Pixel?
Yes. Sell My iPhone says cloud accounts should be removed before trade-in because linked accounts can prevent normal testing and processing. Sell My iPhone
How do I factory-reset a Google Pixel before selling it?
Google says to use Settings → System → Reset options → Erase all data (factory reset) and specifically recommends the Settings-based method for trade-ins. Google Support
Do I need the Pixel box or charger?
Sell My iPhone's preparation guidance says ordinary phones do not require their original packaging or charger. Sell My iPhone
How long is my Sell My iPhone quote valid?
Sell My iPhone says emailed quotes are guaranteed for 14 days when the phone arrives within that period and matches the device and condition supplied. Sell My iPhone
Sources and further reading
Sell My iPhone — Search and value your device
Sell My iPhone — Google Pixel 8 Pro
Sell My iPhone — Google Pixel 7a
Sell My iPhone — Frequently Asked Questions
Sell My iPhone — Prepare Your Device for Sale
Sell My iPhone — Remove Cloud Accounts From Android Phones
Google — Pixel software update policy
Google — Understand your Pixel battery