Cosmetic grading
Grading & Condition
Cosmetic grading is the classification of a used device's physical appearance into a standardised tier based on visible wear including scratches, dents, and screen condition.
Cosmetic grade is typically the primary determinant of resale price on consumer-facing recommerce platforms, often driving a 20-40% differential between Grade A and Grade C flagship smartphones. Because grading terminology is not standardised across platforms, direct cross-marketplace comparison requires condition normalisation - mapping each platform's labels to a common scale before drawing competitive conclusions.