Used Phone Condition Guide – What Grade Means in Bangladesh

When buying a used phone in Bangladesh, you'll often see terms like "Like New," "Excellent," "Good," "Fair," or "Poor." Understanding these condition grades is essential for getting a fair deal. This guide explains what each grade means and what to expect when buying a used phone in Bangladesh.

Used Phone Condition Grades Explained

1. Like New / Mint Condition

Description: The phone looks almost brand new with minimal signs of use.

• No scratches on screen or body
• All original accessories and box
• Battery health 90%+
• No repairs or only authorized repairs
• Price: 80-95% of new price

2. Excellent Condition

Description: Very well-maintained phone with minor signs of use.

• Minor scratches on screen (only visible under light)
• Very minor wear on body
• Battery health 85-90%
• Original parts
• Price: 70-80% of new price

3. Good Condition

Description: Phone shows normal signs of daily use.

• Visible scratches on screen and body
• Minor dents or chips on corners
• Battery health 80-85%
• May have minor repairs
• Price: 55-70% of new price

4. Fair Condition

Description: Phone shows significant signs of use.

• Noticeable scratches and scuffs
• Dents on corners or body
• Battery health 75-80%
• May have screen replacement or other repairs
• Price: 40-55% of new price

5. Poor Condition

Description: Phone shows heavy signs of use and may have functional issues.

• Heavy scratches and scuffs
• Significant dents or damage
• Battery health below 75%
• May have multiple repairs or non-original parts
• Price: 25-40% of new price

Condition Grade Comparison Table

What to Check for Each Grade

Like New – What to Check

• Verify original parts
• Check warranty status
• Verify IMEI with box/invoice
• Check for any hidden damage

Good – What to Check

• Check scratches on screen
• Check body dents or damage
• Test all functions
• Check battery health
• Verify repairs done professionally

Fair/Poor – What to Check

• Test all functions thoroughly
• Check water damage
• Check if screen is original
• Check if buttons work
• Check charging port

Tips for Evaluating Used Phone Condition

1. Don't trust photos: Always see the phone in person
2. Check in good lighting: Use natural light
3. Test all buttons: Volume, power, silent
4. Test screen: Touch sensitivity, dead pixels, burn-in
5. Test camera: All lenses and flash
6. Test battery: Use diagnostic tools
7. Check accessories: Original charger and box

How Condition Affects Price

Example: iPhone 11 (New price: 55,000 BDT)

• Like New: 44,000 – 52,000 BDT
• Excellent: 38,000 – 44,000 BDT
• Good: 30,000 – 38,000 BDT
• Fair: 22,000 – 30,000 BDT
• Poor: 14,000 – 22,000 BDT

Find Used Phones by Condition

Browse used phones by condition at mobile.com.bd and find the perfect balance of price and quality.