How much we pay for your GPU — prices by model
Below are prices by model: honest appraisal, cash right away. The main question when selling is how much we'll give for your specific card. Below are the maximum payouts for ten popular models: from the budget GTX 1660 Super to the flagship RTX 5090.
Payout table: model → we pay up to
| Model | Storage capacity | We pay up to (₸) |
|---|---|---|
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 32 GB | 1 450 000 |
| GeForce RTX 4090 | 24 GB | 950 000 |
| GeForce RTX 5080 | 16 GB | 750 000 |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 16 GB | 620 000 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | 12 GB | 380 000 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 16 GB | 260 000 |
| GeForce RTX 3080 | 10 GB | 210 000 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 8 GB | 150 000 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 | 12 GB | 105 000 |
| GeForce GTX 1660 Super | 6 GB | 65 000 |
The "up to" amount is the upper limit for a top model in perfect condition with a full set; the actual figure depends on checking for artifacts and temperature.
Why the RTX 4090 costs nine times more than the RTX 3060
For an RTX 4090 24 GB we pay up to 950 000 ₸, while for an RTX 3060 12 GB — up to 105 000 ₸: the difference is almost ninefold: a different chip class, twice the video memory, and demand from those working with 3D and neural networks. It's not just about performance: the 4090 is actively bought for rendering, video editing, and neural networks, so demand on the Almaty market keeps the price up even for cards from previous generations. Mid-range cards — 3060, 3070, RX 7800 XT — lose value faster because their main audience (gamers) upgrades every 2–3 years, and supply on the secondary market grows. If you have a flagship on hand, don't rush to accept the first offer: for a 4090 in good condition, haggling is fair, but a 1660 Super sells at its residual price, and there's nothing to wait for.
How we check the price against the market
Before quoting a price, the appraiser checks the model against Kaspi Shop, OLX.kz and Technodom — so the price is fair, not a guess. The base rate is built from current Almaty listings: if your card is listed higher on OLX.kz, that doesn't mean it will sell at that price — many sellers keep a listing up for months. We look at actual deals and what a card sells for in 3–5 days, not at individual sellers' wishful thinking. Market benchmarking protects the seller from lowballing: if your model is worth noticeably more than the base rate, that's a reason to discuss the price on the spot, not to silently agree.
What affects the price: condition, accessories, generation
The prices in the table are a guide for a card in excellent condition, but even identical models are appraised differently. Let's break down what the appraiser checks first and how a seller can influence the final amount before visiting a branch.
What the price depends on
- Model and memory size: an RTX 4090 costs many times more than an RTX 3060 — the chip and VRAM size set the base buyout rate.
- Condition: a card with no artifacts, no signs of overheating or repair is worth noticeably more than one that's been through a soldering station.
- Accessories: the box, documents, adapters and power cables add to the amount, even though the card works without them.
- Age and generation: newer lineups hold their value better than older ones — a GeForce RTX 5080 (2025) is appraised several times higher than a GTX 1660 Super (2019), even if both cards work.
- Demand in Almaty: a mining past alone doesn't lower the price — we go by wear: darkened PCB and overheated memory bring the amount down.
- Working condition: we take faulty graphics cards for parts, cheaper than working ones.
Accessories and documents: what actually adds to the price
You can sell a graphics card without the box — Topcash buys cards without a receipt or packaging, but a full set raises the final amount. A box with a serial number confirms the card wasn't swapped under warranty, a warranty card removes questions about its origin, and original 12VHPWR power cables and adapters make bench testing easier. Factory packaging is especially valued for top-tier models — 4090 and 5090, where the buyer later resells the card and wants to keep it in good condition. If the box is lost, bring at least the power cables and adapters: they're part of the basic package and make bench testing much easier.
Checklist to prepare for selling
- Photograph the card from both sides and separately — the sticker with the model and serial number.
- Remove the graphics card from the case and dust off the coolers and heatsink.
- Gather the accessories: the box, documents, power cables, adapters — everything you still have.
- Check that it starts: the card should boot and show no artifacts under load.
- Prepare your national ID — it's needed for the purchase contract.
Mining and faulty cards — what we buy and how we value them
Graphics card buyout at Topcash also covers two categories that most often raise doubts among sellers: cards after mining and faulty GPUs. Here's what we do with them and how the price is calculated.
Do you buy graphics cards after mining?
Yes, Topcash buys graphics cards after mining — the price depends on condition, not on the fact of mining itself. On the bench we check the chip for artifacts, measure the temperature under load and inspect the board for signs of overheating: a GeForce RTX 3080 10 GB after two years in a farm with working memory sells at the top of the range, while a card with darkened PCB goes at the bottom. Gaming and mining units are valued on the same grid; the difference comes only from wear. A mining card isn't a death sentence: if it wasn't overheated or re-soldered, the price difference from a gaming one is minimal — the bench test results matter more.
How to tell a mining card from a gaming one
- Darkened PCB around the memory chip — a sign of long heating under load in a farm.
- Replaced thermal pads or non-standard coolers — a sign the card has been taken apart.
- Signs of re-soldering on the board — the card may have been repaired after a chip or memory failure.
- Noise and high temperature under load — wear of the cooling system: fans running at their limit.
- Artifacts on screen when running tests — damaged memory or GPU chip, the card goes for parts.
How much we pay for a faulty graphics card
We buy faulty graphics cards for parts — they cost less than working ones, but you get paid even for a card that won't boot. A board with a working memory chip is worth more than a card with a dead GPU: from a GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB after a power failure we remove the memory and cooler, from a Radeon RX 7800 XT 16 GB — the heatsink and power system. Send photos and describe the issue on WhatsApp: based on the nature of the fault, the appraiser often quotes a price before you even visit a branch.
How the deal works: from photos on WhatsApp to cash in hand
You can sell graphics cards in Almaty in a single visit: the full sale takes from 15 minutes to one day. Here's a step-by-step breakdown: what happens at each stage, what documents you need, and how fast you get paid.
Step-by-step process: photo → appraisal → testing → contract → payment
- Photos on WhatsApp: send pictures of the card from both sides and the sticker with the model — that's enough for a preliminary appraisal.
- Appraisal in 5–10 minutes: the appraiser quotes a price for free with no obligation to sell.
- Testing at the branch: 10–20 minutes on a test bench in front of you — artifact testing, temperature under load, signs of overheating.
- Purchase contract: you sign, confirming the agreed price and transfer of ownership.
- Payment right away: cash or transfer to Kaspi Gold, Halyk, or any card in Kazakhstan after signing.
What documents you need and who can sell
To sell, you only need a national ID of the RK or a passport and to be 18 or older — no receipts, no warranty cards, no proof of purchase. The serial number is checked against databases: devices reported stolen or with tampered markings are not bought. The seller must be the card's owner: no receipts needed, but the owner signs the contract with their own national ID. In our practice, deals most often fall through for this reason: a son comes in, but the card is registered to a parent. Check in advance whose name the purchase is under — it's cheaper than visiting the branch twice.
Purchase contract: why the seller needs it
Topcash draws up a purchase contract for every deal — the document confirms the transfer of ownership and protects both parties. It records the model, serial number, agreed amount, and the seller's passport details; one copy stays with you. For the seller, it's insurance: if the card is later linked to a previous owner or turns up in someone else's PC build, you have proof of a legitimate sale. The company operates under ARDFM license No. 02.26.0041.L, so every deal follows the same procedure. When selling on a classifieds board there's no such document — you'd have nothing to prove the handover in a dispute.
Where to sell: 6 branches, 24/7, appraisal by photo
We buy graphics cards for cash at any time of day — 6 branches are open 24/7, and you can start with a free appraisal by photo without leaving home.
6 branches in Almaty — how to find the nearest one
There are 6 Topcash branches, all open 24/7, so you can sell a graphics card at night, on weekends, or on holidays. The locations are spread across the districts: Bostandyk, Almaly, Auezov, Medeu, Nauryzbai — they're in densely populated residential areas and near major markets, so the nearest one is usually 10–25 minutes away by car. A small card, components, a CPU, or a motherboard is accepted at any of them: testing in front of the client takes 10–20 minutes, after which we confirm the price and sign the purchase contract. If the card is inside a PC case and you don't want to take it apart yourself — ask on WhatsApp whether they can help on site. Choose a branch near home or work: appraisal and payment fit into one visit, and you leave with the money right away.
Appraisal by photo on WhatsApp: 5–10 minutes free
Appraisal by photo on WhatsApp is free and takes 5–10 minutes: send pictures of the card and the sticker with the model — get a preliminary price before your visit. For an accurate quote, we need shots from both sides of the board, a close-up of the sticker with the model and video memory size (RTX 4070 Ti 12 GB, RX 7800 XT 16 GB, GTX 1660 Super 6 GB), and the power connectors — 8-pin or 12VHPWR. If the card was used in a mining rig, add photos of the backplate and traces of thermal pads: they show whether the thermal interface was replaced. The more detail in the photos — cooler condition, darkening of the PCB, dust traces — the more accurate the preliminary figure and the fewer discrepancies at the branch. Also send photos of the box and documents if you still have them: a complete set adds to the price.
Appraiser pickup — if the card is inside an assembled PC
If the graphics card is inside an assembled computer and it's inconvenient to bring it, the appraiser will come to you: they'll test the card in the system and buy it or the whole PC. Pickup across Almaty is free, and we sign the contract on site. Graphics cards, processors and motherboards are easier to bring to a branch, but if you're selling a whole system unit or several items at once — ask about pickup on WhatsApp. The appraiser arrives in the agreed time slot, checks that everything works on site, confirms the amount, and the money is paid right after the contract is signed — in cash or by transfer to Kaspi Gold, Halyk or any card in Kazakhstan. All you need for the deal is a national ID of the RK and being 18 or older.
What we don't buy and why — serial number checks
There are categories of devices we don't accept under any circumstances. Here's exactly what and why — so you don't waste a trip to a branch.
What we don't buy
- Devices reported stolen: we check against registries, and if the serial number matches, we don't proceed with the deal.
- Tampered serial number: erased or altered markings are a clear sign of illegally sourced hardware.
- Counterfeits and re-marked cards: a GTX 1050 reflashed as a "GTX 1080" shows up on the test bench — we don't buy such cards.
- Cards without a serial number: if the serial sticker has been torn off, the origin can't be verified — we don't proceed with the deal.
- Devices without proof of ownership: if there are clear signs of theft, we refuse and ask for documents.
Why a serial number check protects the seller
Checking the serial number at Topcash is a mandatory step: if the card is reported stolen, the deal isn't made, and this protects an honest seller from accusations. Say you bought a GPU second-hand at the market and a year later decided to sell it — the check revealed the hardware was reported stolen from its previous owner. Without the verification step, the purchase contract would have been signed, and third-party claims would fall on you as the last holder. That's why we verify the markings before signing the papers, not after. If you bought a card second-hand and aren't sure of its history, check the serial in advance — this way you'll avoid a refusal at the branch and save yourself the trip.
License, contract and reviews: why it matters
Topcash operates under ARDFM license No. 02.26.0041.L and has a 4.9 rating from 769 reviews on Google, Yandex Maps and 2GIS — this sets us apart from private listings. When you list a GPU on OLX.kz, you look for the buyer yourself, haggle in messages and arrange to meet a stranger who might show up with a fake transfer or simply not show up at all. With us, under the license, the deal is closed by a purchase contract, and you get the money right after signing — in cash or by transfer to Kaspi Gold, Halyk or any card in Kazakhstan. The ARDFM license isn't a formality: it means the company's activity is overseen by the regulator rather than run under the table. On OLX you look for the buyer yourself, haggle and risk running into a scammer; with us, under the license, the deal is closed by a contract, and you get the money right away.
Conclusion
Selling a graphics card comes down to simple logic: first appraisal, then confirmation of the amount and payment. Below are five takeaways that will save you time and protect you from a lowball price.
Key takeaways
- Price depends on the model, condition and accessories: a GeForce RTX 5090 32 GB is valued many times higher than a GTX 1660 Super 6 GB, and the box and cables add to the sum.
- Mining and non-working cards are bought too: the former by condition and temperature, the latter for parts, cheaper than working ones.
- Photo appraisal is free: a preliminary amount is quoted in 5–10 minutes from photos of the sticker and board, before you visit a branch.
- The deal is protected by a contract: all you need is a national ID of Kazakhstan and to be 18 or older; the serial number is checked in your presence.
- Payment is made immediately: in cash or by transfer to Kaspi Gold, Halyk or any card in Kazakhstan after the contract is signed.