Got a broken MacBook? It's still worth real money — often hundreds of dollars. SellMyLaptops.com buys broken MacBooks in every condition: cracked screen, bad battery, liquid damage, won't power on, dead logic board. We've been buying broken Apple devices since 2008. Free UPS shipping, same-day payment after inspection.
What Does a Broken MacBook Pay Right Now?
These are live prices for broken MacBooks — select your model for the exact adjusted offer based on your specific defects.
| Model | Working price | Cracked screen | Bad battery | Liquid damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MacBook Pro 16" M4 Max 64GB | $1,877 | ~$1,100–1,500 | ~$1,500–1,700 | ~$750–1,100 |
| MacBook Pro 14" M4 Max 36GB | $1,417 | ~$850–1,130 | ~$1,130–1,280 | ~$570–850 |
| MacBook Pro 16" M3 Max 36GB | $1,247 | ~$750–1,000 | ~$1,000–1,120 | ~$500–750 |
| MacBook Pro 16" M3 Max 48GB | $1,148 | ~$690–920 | ~$920–1,030 | ~$460–690 |
Prices update daily. Select your model for a guaranteed quote locked 30 days.
Broken MacBook Deduction Guide
- Cracked screen: 20–40% reduction — display still has parts value
- Bad battery / won't hold charge: 10–20% reduction
- Liquid damage (powers on): 30–50% reduction
- Liquid damage (won't power on): 50–65% reduction — logic board may still be recoverable
- iCloud / Activation Lock: 15–25% reduction — disclose accurately
- Keyboard issues (butterfly keyboard): 10–20% reduction
- Dead MacBook (no power, no response): Accepted — priced for logic board and display value
Select all defects that apply when getting your quote — the price adjusts automatically. Never repair before selling; you'll almost never recover the repair cost.
Why MacBooks Hold Value Broken
Apple Silicon logic boards (M1, M2, M3, M4) are in extremely high demand as repair parts. A dead MacBook Pro M3 logic board alone sells for $400–$800 on the parts market. Retina displays, MagSafe boards, and Touch ID modules all retain value. We buy broken MacBooks because we can recover that value — which means you get paid instead of getting nothing.
How to Sell Your Broken MacBook
- Search your model below — find it by name, year, or chip
- Select your defects — screen, battery, liquid, power — price adjusts instantly
- Accept the quote — locked 30 days, no surprise revisions if you described it accurately
- Get a free UPS label emailed within minutes — box it and drop at any UPS location
- Get paid same day it arrives — PayPal, Zelle, CashApp, Venmo, or check
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you buy MacBooks that won't turn on at all?
Yes. A completely dead MacBook still has value — especially M1, M2, M3, and M4 models. The logic board, display assembly, and keyboard often survive even when the MacBook won't boot. Select "won't power on" when getting your quote.
Do I need to remove Activation Lock first?
Ideally yes — removing iCloud Activation Lock gets you a higher offer. But we accept locked MacBooks at a reduced price if you genuinely can't remove it. Be accurate when selecting your condition.
What if it has liquid damage?
We accept liquid-damaged MacBooks. The offer adjusts based on whether it powers on or not. A liquid-damaged MacBook that still boots pays significantly more than one that doesn't. Disclose it accurately — we verify on arrival.
Is the quote guaranteed?
Yes, locked for 30 days. If your device matches what you described, you receive the full quoted amount. If there's a meaningful discrepancy, we send a revised offer — accept it or get your MacBook shipped back free.
Should I wipe it before shipping?
If it powers on: yes, sign out of iCloud and factory reset. If it won't boot: don't worry — we can't access your data on a dead machine, and we perform a secure wipe on every device regardless.
SellMyLaptops.com vs the Alternatives for Broken MacBooks
| Option | Broken MacBook Pro M3 Max | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SellMyLaptops.com | $750–$1,000 | Cash. Free shipping. Same-day payment. |
| Apple Trade-In | $0–$200 store credit | Credit only, not cash. Won't accept many broken models. |
| Gazelle | $200–$400 | Cash, but steep deductions on any damage. Slow payment. |
| ecoATM kiosk | $50–$150 | Kiosk algorithm lowballs on condition. Cash but minimal. |
| eBay (self-listed) | $600–$1,100 | Higher ceiling but fees (13%), weeks of waiting, buyer disputes, shipping risk. |
| Local buyer / Craigslist | $300–$600 | Cash but unsafe meetups, lowballers, no price guarantee. |
Apple Trade-In won't touch most broken MacBooks — liquid damage, dead logic boards, and cracked displays are routinely rejected or offered $0. We buy them all. And unlike eBay, you're not waiting weeks, paying 13% in fees, or risking a fraudulent return.