Sell 12-inch MacBook for Cash
The ultra-thin 12-inch MacBook from 2015 to 2017 has modest resale value. Our quote tool tells you straight away whether yours qualifies.
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The quote tool is set to MacBook 12-inch models. Pick your exact configuration to see your estimate.
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About 1 minuteAbout the MacBook 12-inch
Apple sold the 12-inch MacBook with Retina display from 2015 until 2019. It has a single USB-C port, a fanless Intel Core M, m3, i5 or i7 processor and a butterfly keyboard.
Because these models are older, offers are modest. Working keyboards and healthy batteries make the difference.
MacBook 12-inch configurations we buy
These are the configurations the quote tool accepts for each model, so you can only choose options that exist.
MacBook 12-inch Retina (2015 to 2017)
12-inch Retina · Identifier MacBook8,1 / MacBook9,1 / MacBook10,1 · Model number A1534 · Full MacBook 12-inch Retina (2015 to 2017) specs
| Chip / processor | Memory (RAM) | Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Core M or Core m3 | 8GB | 256GB512GB |
| Core i5 | 8GB16GB | 256GB512GB |
| Core i7 | 8GB16GB | 256GB512GB |
Identify it
How to tell which MacBook 12-inch you have
- Apple menu > About This Mac shows "MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017)" or the year of your model.
- In System Information, the Model Identifier is MacBook8,1, MacBook9,1 or MacBook10,1.
- It has only one USB-C port and a headphone jack.
MacBook 12-inch trade-in value: what affects your offer?
Price follows current resale demand, then your answers adjust it.
Year
2017 models are worth the most.
Processor
Core i5 and i7 models earn a little more than Core M and m3.
Keyboard
Sticky or failed keys reduce the offer.
Battery health
Worn batteries are common and lower the offer.
Condition
Clean, dent-free examples stand out.
Is my MacBook 12-inch eligible?
It needs to power on, show a usable picture, be signed out of its Apple Account with Activation Lock off, be free of MDM and firmware-password locks, have no swollen battery, and be legally yours.
Scratches, dents, worn batteries and some display issues are fine if it still works. Non-working, locked, lost or stolen, liquid-damaged or swollen-battery MacBooks can't get an instant quote. Full eligibility rules.
Accessories that affect your offer
- Original charger and cable
- Original box
Before you sell
- Test every key before answering the keyboard question.
- Include the USB-C charger.
- Remove any firmware password.
How we grade your MacBook 12-inch's condition
Choose the grade that matches the outside of your MacBook 12-inch. Working problems are asked separately, so you're never marked down twice for the same thing.
No visible scratches, dents or keyboard shine. Looks new.
Light wear you only notice up close. No dents.
Visible scratches, scuffs, worn keys or a small dent.
Heavy wear, deep scratches or several dents. Still fully working.
Bent or cracked casing, or a loose hinge. Still powers on and works.
Won't power on, no usable picture, locked, liquid damaged, or a swollen battery. These can't get an instant quote.
How it works
How to sell your MacBook in 3 easy steps
No account, no meetups and no listing fees.
- 01
Get your quote
Tell us what you're selling. Answer a few questions about the model, configuration and condition to see your estimated offer.
- 02
Ship for free
We send a free prepaid, trackable shipping label by email. Prepare your MacBook, pack it well and drop it off.
- 03
Get paid
We inspect it within 2 business days of delivery and pay you by PayPal, Zelle or Bank transfer (ACH).
Where to sell your MacBook 12-inch: compare your options
Each option suits a different seller. Here's how they differ for a used MacBook 12-inch.
| Feature | SellYouriMac | Apple Trade In | Marketplace (eBay, Facebook) | Other buyback services |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| How you're paid | Cash by PayPal, Zelle or Bank transfer (ACH) | Usually trade-in credit or a gift card toward Apple purchases | Cash from the buyer, once it sells | Varies by service |
| Shipping | Free prepaid label | Free mail-in, or in store | You pack, ship and usually pay | Varies |
| Fees | None | None | Marketplace and payment fees usually apply | Varies |
| Seller effort | A few minutes online | Low | Photos, listing, buyer messages, meetups | Low to medium |
| Data wiping | We erase every device on arrival | Handled in Apple's process | Your responsibility | Varies |
| If the condition differs | Revised offer with reasons; free return if you decline | Revised value at Apple's discretion | Buyer disputes and return requests | Varies |
| Bulk selling | Dedicated bulk quotes for 5+ devices | Check Apple's business options | Slow for many devices | Varies |
SellYouriMac
- How you're paid
- Cash by PayPal, Zelle or Bank transfer (ACH)
- Shipping
- Free prepaid label
- Fees
- None
- Seller effort
- A few minutes online
- Data wiping
- We erase every device on arrival
- If the condition differs
- Revised offer with reasons; free return if you decline
- Bulk selling
- Dedicated bulk quotes for 5+ devices
Apple Trade In
- How you're paid
- Usually trade-in credit or a gift card toward Apple purchases
- Shipping
- Free mail-in, or in store
- Fees
- None
- Seller effort
- Low
- Data wiping
- Handled in Apple's process
- If the condition differs
- Revised value at Apple's discretion
- Bulk selling
- Check Apple's business options
Marketplace (eBay, Facebook)
- How you're paid
- Cash from the buyer, once it sells
- Shipping
- You pack, ship and usually pay
- Fees
- Marketplace and payment fees usually apply
- Seller effort
- Photos, listing, buyer messages, meetups
- Data wiping
- Your responsibility
- If the condition differs
- Buyer disputes and return requests
- Bulk selling
- Slow for many devices
Other buyback services
- How you're paid
- Varies by service
- Shipping
- Varies
- Fees
- Varies
- Seller effort
- Low to medium
- Data wiping
- Varies
- If the condition differs
- Varies
- Bulk selling
- Varies
General comparison based on how these options typically work. Terms change, so check each provider's current policies. We don't publish competitor prices.
Selling your MacBook 12-inch: FAQs
How much is a 12-inch MacBook worth?
Offers are modest because of the model's age. The quote tool shows an estimate, or tells you if it's below our minimum.
Do you buy 12-inch MacBooks with keyboard problems?
Yes, if everything else works and the estimate stays above our minimum.
Is the 2017 model worth more?
Yes, it earns a little more than 2015 and 2016 models.
What if it's not worth enough to sell?
We'll tell you before you ship. A certified e-waste recycler is the best option then.
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