How much we pay: prices by all-in-one model
Here are the maximum amounts for top all-in-one configurations in excellent condition. The final figure depends on the model, year and bundle — we quote the exact price from photos.
Payout table: from iMac 27″ to an all-in-one for parts
| Model | We pay up to |
|---|---|
| Apple iMac 27″ Retina 5K (2020) | 620 000 ₸ |
| Apple iMac 24″ M1 | 420 000 ₸ |
| Apple iMac 21,5″ Retina 4K (2019) | 260 000 ₸ |
| HP Pavilion All-in-One 24 | 150 000 ₸ |
| Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO 3 24 | 140 000 ₸ |
| Dell Inspiron 24 5000 | 130 000 ₸ |
| Acer Aspire C24 | 100 000 ₸ |
| HP All-in-One 22 | 80 000 ₸ |
| All-in-one for parts | 40 000 ₸ |
The upper limit is the ceiling for perfect condition: a scratch on the screen, dead pixels or a missing box reduce the amount by 10–20%.
Why an iMac costs more than HP and Lenovo
The price gap between an iMac and HP comes down to liquidity: Apple gear holds its value longer, and Retina screens and M1 chips stay in demand on the secondary market of Kazakhstan. HP Pavilion All-in-One 24, Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO 3 24 and Dell Inspiron 24 5000 pay out 3–4 times less: they're bought as office workhorses, not as a statement device. The appraiser checks the market against Kaspi Magazin, OLX.kz and Technodom — the amount is affected by the processor, memory size, SSD or HDD storage type, and whether the ports, Wi-Fi and camera work. If you have a 2015 iMac with an HDD — don't expect 2020-level rates: the difference between generations within one line reaches 300 000 ₸.
How to find out the exact amount for your all-in-one
Send photos of your all-in-one and the model to WhatsApp — an Topcash appraiser will quote the exact amount in 5–10 minutes for free, without visiting a branch. The photos should show the screen turned on, the back panel with the serial number, and the full bundle: box, keyboard, mouse, power supply and documents. An all-in-one counts as small equipment, so you bring it to any of the 6 24/7 branches, where it's checked in front of you in 10–20 minutes and the price is confirmed. Before selling, unlink your Apple ID or Google account and disable two-factor protection — a device with iCloud still linked won't be accepted. We pay the money right after signing the sale and purchase contract: all-in-ones for cash, by transfer to Kaspi Gold, Halyk and any card in Kazakhstan; you only need a passport or a national ID of Kazakhstan.
What the price depends on: condition, accessories, year of release
The same model can be worth different amounts — seven factors shape the result. We break down each one so you understand the appraisal logic before your visit.
Seven factors that move the amount
- Model and year: iMac, HP, Lenovo, Dell, Acer of different generations — they set the base rate.
- Screen condition: scratches, dead pixels, liquid damage noticeably lower the price.
- Bundle: box, keyboard, mouse, power supply and documents add to the amount.
- Specs: processor, memory size, SSD or HDD storage type.
- Functionality: whether it turns on, whether the ports, Wi-Fi and camera work.
- Demand: Topcash checks the market against Kaspi Magazin, OLX.kz and Technodom.
How screen and body condition affect the result
Dead pixels or a flooded matrix lower the appraisal the most — the all-in-one goes into the “for parts” category with a ceiling of up to 40 000 ₸. A crack in the corner of the glass without damage to the matrix itself costs the owner less than lines down the center, while scuffs on the stand and aluminum body barely affect the amount. All-in-one buyout in Almaty also works with faulty units: Topcash buys them for parts — cheaper than a working one, but pays the money right away under the contract. Before the appraisal, wipe the screen with a soft cloth and photograph it at an angle — that way the appraiser immediately sees there are no scratches and doesn't lower the amount “just in case”.
Year of release and bundle: how much they add to the price
Within the same lineup, the difference between a 2020 iMac 27″ and a 2015 model reaches 300 000 ₸, and a full set with the box and documents adds another 5–10% to the base amount. Topcash appraises a maxed-out Apple iMac 27″ Retina 5K at up to 620 000 ₸, and an iMac 21.5″ Retina 4K at up to 260 000 ₸ in the same cosmetic condition. An original Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse in the box move the final figure more than upgrading RAM from 8 to 16 GB. If the box is lost, that's not critical, but when selling all-in-ones in Almaty, having the original peripherals raises your chance of getting the top of the price range. Buyout of all-in-ones in Almaty at Topcash follows a single price list: the more complete the set, the higher the final amount. The appraiser checks each item against the price list separately.
Faulty all-in-ones: cracked screen, won't turn on
Buying all-in-ones with a cracked screen or dead power supply is standard practice: a broken all-in-one is no reason to haul it to the dump. Faulty devices are gladly taken for parts, and the money is paid the same day. Let's break down what affects the appraisal and what to check before the deal.
What we do with cracked screens and units that won't turn on
Yes, we also buy faulty tech for parts — cheaper than working units, but we pay right away, at most 40 000 ₸ per all-in-one. The iMac 27″ Retina 5K panel alone is worth more than the chassis, so a cracked screen doesn't zero out the deal: intact boards, RAM, SSD and power supply count as separate line items. An all-in-one that won't turn on is appraised by chassis model and components — HP Pavilion All-in-One 24 and Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO 3 24 go for parts most often. Even if the unit won't start, keep the power supply and keyboard — they count and can add a few thousand tenge to the total.
What to check before the deal
Even for a faulty all-in-one we check the serial number: if it's tampered with or the device is listed as stolen, we don't proceed. For Apple all-in-ones the serial is checked against the iCloud database, for HP, Lenovo and Dell — against the manufacturer's service code, and this check takes the same 10–20 minutes as testing working tech. The owner should unlink the Apple ID or Google account in advance: with a linked account, the device won't be accepted in any condition. If the all-in-one came to you without documents and you don't know its history, check the serial yourself — it'll save you a trip to the branch.
How to prepare an all-in-one for sale: checklist
Five steps that speed up the deal and help you get the top of the price range. Without unlinking the account, we won't accept the all-in-one — that's a must.
Five-step checklist
- Backup: save your files to an external drive before you touch the settings — after a reset, local data can't be recovered.
- System reset: restore the device to factory settings via macOS or Windows recovery menu to erase browser history, documents and user folders.
- Unlink accounts: disable the Apple ID or Google account and two-factor protection — we don't accept all-in-ones with a linked iCloud.
- Accessories: gather the box, keyboard, mouse, power supply and documents — a full set adds up to 10% to the amount versus a bare unit.
- Photos: wipe dust off the screen and chassis, photograph the device from all sides and send the shots via WhatsApp — we'll quote a price in 5–10 minutes.
Why we won't accept without unlinking the account
A linked iCloud or Google account makes the all-in-one unfit for resale — the new owner won't be able to use it, so we don't accept such devices. The link lives on Apple's and Google's servers, not on the drive: a system reset doesn't remove it, and on first activation the all-in-one will ask for the previous owner's password. On the iMac 27″ Retina 5K and MacBook this blocks OS installation entirely, on Windows all-in-ones from HP, Lenovo and Dell it leaves the account and license linked. Unlinking takes 5–10 minutes in the settings, but if you forget, you'll have to visit the branch twice: first for a refusal, then with a ready device.
Documents, contract and deal process
The deal takes minimal time: appraisal by photo, check at the branch, contract and money. Let's break down each step and the document requirements.
Step-by-step process: from photo to money
| Step | What the client does | What the buyer does | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Appraisal | sends photos and model via WhatsApp | quotes a price | 5–10 minutes |
| 2. Visit | brings the all-in-one to the branch | checks it in front of the client | 10–20 minutes |
| 3. Contract | signs the sale-purchase agreement | processes it | on site |
| 4. Payment | receives the money | cash, Kaspi Gold, Halyk, KZ card | immediately |
Payment comes right after signing the sale and purchase contract — in cash or by transfer to Kaspi Gold, Halyk and any card in Kazakhstan. If you need the all-in-one back, you can skip selling and take a collateral loan at a pawnshop at a rate of 0.19–0.25% per day, but this page is specifically about selling.
What documents are needed and from what age
To sell all-in-one computers in Almaty, you only need a national ID of the RK or a passport, age 18+. We don't ask for purchase receipts, store checks or proof of ownership: we check the serial number against databases to make sure the device isn't wanted or doesn't have a tampered identifier. The sale and purchase contract is drawn up in two copies right at the branch — one stays with you, the other goes to the archive. If the all-in-one belonged to a relative, only the documented owner or a person with a notarized power of attorney can sell it. The contract protects both parties: it confirms that the device was transferred to us voluntarily and with no obligation to return anything.
Where to drop off: 6 branches 24/7
An all-in-one is a small device, so you can bring it to any of the 6 Topcash branches in Almaty open 24/7 — no appointment, no queues. The branches work at night and on holidays too: if you're free only after your shift, you can stop by on the way home. Some locations are in residential areas, some in the center, so locals pick the closest one by the address on the website. If the all-in-one is large or you can't come in, first send photos via WhatsApp, get a price, then choose a convenient branch.
What we don't buy and why: criminal check
We operate under a license and check every device before the deal. There are three categories of all-in-one computers we don't accept — here's why and how to check your device in advance.
Three reasons for refusal
- Unlinked iCloud or Google account: the new owner won't be able to use the all-in-one — the system will lock on first setup, and someone else's Apple ID or Google profile can't be unlocked without the password.
- Device reported stolen: we check the serial number against databases before signing the contract — if the item is listed as stolen, the deal is off.
- Tampered serial number: erased or altered markings on the case are a clear sign of criminal origin, and no legal pawnshop in the city will accept such a device.
License, rating and contract as a guarantee
Topcash operates under ARDFM license No. 02.26.0041.L and has a 4.9 rating from 769 reviews on Google, Yandex Maps, 2GIS and its own website. The license is issued by the Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market — every deal is formalized with a stamped sale and purchase contract, not a receipt. The document records the model, serial number, amount and date: if the device later shows up in a wanted database, the paper confirms the seller's good faith. Across 769 reviews, clients most often mention the speed of appraisal and no haggling on site — which is exactly what's risky about buyouts of all-in-one computers from private resellers with no office. Before any deal at a pawnshop, check the license number on the regulator's website — it's faster than reading reviews and immediately filters out gray buyers.
Conclusion
Selling an all-in-one comes down to three things: honest appraisal, a quick check and a contract that protects both parties. Below is a short summary that will come in handy before the deal.
Key takeaways
- Price depends on model, year and condition: top iMacs sell for the most, faulty ones go into the "for parts" category.
- Faulty devices aren't a dealbreaker: a cracked screen or a dead all-in-one is accepted for parts, and payment is made right away.
- Preparation speeds up the deal: backup, system reset and unlinking accounts take 10–15 minutes and remove half the questions during the check.
- Minimal documents: a national ID of the RK and age 18+ — all you need to sign the contract.
- Serial number check protects the seller: the sale and purchase contract records the moment of transfer and removes liability for the device's future history.