Evaluation Scale
There are many aspects which influence the value of a secondhand device. These are some of the categories used to
buy and sell items:

New
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Overall mint condition.
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Sealed and unused in it's original packaging or box.
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Or box opened, but unused.
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All accessories are included.

Excellent
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Excellent general condition and working as it was when it was new.
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The unit may have fine scratches and scuffs which could be expected from fair wear and tear.
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Possibility of minor dents or indentations.
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No deep scratches or marks
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No cracked plastics, missing cosmetic items or trim
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Possibility of very slight wear marks on the track pad and keyboard
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May have an asset sticker removed.
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Screen may have slight pressure marks, but no dead pixels or dark patches
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All passwords and personal accounts removed.
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Mechanically perfectly sound.

Good
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Some cosmetic imperfections.
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Fully functional condition but have noticeable cosmetic defects which includes dents, scratches, chips or other imperfections.
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May have deep and clearly visible scratches on the chassis casing.
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Screen may have a single pressure mark and/or up to 10 dead pixels.
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May have shiny keys or track-pad and clear signs of keyboard use.
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The battery life is not guaranteed, but the laptop, will hold a charge.
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May have had asset stickers removed.
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No missing parts.
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Mechanically perfectly sound.