Phone Depreciation Graph – Visualize Smartphone Value Over Time

Smartphones lose value rapidly, especially in the first year. Most phones lose 40–60% of their value within the first 12 months. By year 3, most Android phones retain only 10–20% of original value, while iPhones generally hold value slightly better over time.

Apple iPhones consistently depreciate slowest, retaining 40–50% value after 2 years. Samsung Galaxy S-series and Google Pixel phones hold value better than mid-range and budget devices. Long software support commitments are a key factor in slower depreciation rates.

Brand reputation, software update support duration, build quality, storage capacity, release of successor models, market demand, battery health, physical condition, and original retail pricing all significantly influence how quickly a phone loses resale value over its lifetime.

The best time to sell is before the manufacturer announces the next model, typically 10–11 months after purchase. Selling just after a new iPhone or Galaxy announcement can see values drop 20–30% immediately. Early selling maximizes trade-in and private sale value.

Enter your phone’s purchase price and estimated annual depreciation rate. Our tool generates an interactive chart showing projected value at the end of each year for up to 5 years, helping you visualize when to sell for maximum value retention.

Android phones average 40–60% first-year depreciation, then 20–30% annually thereafter. iPhones average 30–45% first-year depreciation with slower subsequent decline. Budget phones can lose 60–70% of value in the first year due to rapid market replacement.

Yes. Our phone depreciation graph works for business asset tracking too. Enter the original purchase price and your preferred depreciation rate to generate accounting-friendly projections for device lifecycle management and equipment replacement planning.