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Electronics is the widest category here, and value behaviour varies enormously inside it. A television and a pair of speakers of the same age and original price can be worth very different amounts today, because one is driven by display technology cycles and the other by brand reputation that barely dates.
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What decides the price
Technology cycle position
Displays date fastest. A television two panel-generations behind current loses value quickly regardless of condition, while audio equipment can hold value for many years because the underlying technology changes slowly.
Screen size and resolution, for televisions
Larger panels and higher resolutions retain value better, but only up to the size that fits an average Indian living room — very large panels have a narrower buyer pool and often sell slower and cheaper than expected.
Brand durability reputation
In audio and appliances especially, brands with a reputation for longevity and available service parts hold value markedly better, because the buyer's real question is how long it will keep working.
Smart platform support
Smart TVs and streaming devices lose value quickly once app support ends — a panel in perfect physical condition can be hard to sell if popular apps no longer update on it.
Original accessories
Remotes, stands, cables and original packaging matter more here than in most categories, because sourcing a proprietary replacement remote or stand is often disproportionately expensive.
Typical depreciation
These bands describe televisions and general consumer electronics. Quality audio equipment — speakers, amplifiers, studio gear — depreciates far more slowly and some sought-after models hold value almost indefinitely. Treat the bands as a floor for audio, not a rule.
| Age | Typically retains | What's happening |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | ~60–70% | Steep for displays, gentler for audio |
| Year 2 | ~45–60% | Newer panel technology arrives |
| Year 4 | ~30–40% | Smart platform support becomes a factor |
| Year 6 | ~20–30% | Audio equipment holds well above this |
| Year 8+ | ~10–20% | Displays approach scrap; quality audio does not |
How condition changes the number
No marks, complete with remote, stand, cables and box; fully functional.
Minor cosmetic marks, all functions working, accessories present.
Visible wear, or a missing remote or stand.
Dead pixels, backlight bleed or distorted audio. Panel repair usually costs more than the set is worth.
Does location change the price?
Large electronics are hard to ship, so this category is genuinely local — the realistic buyer pool is people who can collect in person. Metros support both higher prices and faster sales; in smaller cities, pricing slightly below the band speeds up a sale considerably.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a TV lose in value each year?
Roughly 30–40% in the first year and steadily after, because display technology turns over quickly. Physical condition matters less than panel generation and whether smart features still receive updates.
Does audio equipment hold value better than TVs?
Considerably better. Speakers and amplifiers from respected brands can hold most of their value for years, because the technology changes slowly and buyers judge on sound rather than specification age.
Is a TV without its remote worth much less?
Yes, more than most sellers expect. Proprietary replacement remotes are expensive and sometimes discontinued, so buyers discount heavily or skip the listing entirely.
Are older smart TVs harder to sell?
Yes, once popular streaming apps stop supporting the platform. A physically perfect panel that can no longer run the apps a buyer wants is valued closer to a basic display.
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