Value for a Samsung Galaxy S10 5G depends on the device's condition, storage size, carrier lock status, and any active security settings (like Find My / Factory Reset Protection). ecoATM uses real-time market data to price devices, pays you instantly at the kiosk, and its offers often beat carrier trade-in values. Remember that a locked phone or one with serious damage will usually receive a lower offer.

Start by getting an estimate online or in the app, then prepare your phone for sale by removing accounts and backing up data. Next, find an ecoATM kiosk (they're located inside Walmart and other major retailers), connect the device so the kiosk can run a quick diagnostic, and then accept or decline the cash offer. If you accept, ecoATM pays on the spot in cash or via PayPal or Venmo.

Yes — ecoATM accepts devices with cracked screens, dents, faulty batteries, water damage, and phones that won't power on, though condition affects the payout. If a device can't be resold, ecoATM will recycle it responsibly so it doesn't end up in a landfill. You'll still get an estimate at the kiosk, and any severe damage typically reduces the offer.

You can sell a carrier-locked Samsung Galaxy S10 5G to ecoATM, but carrier-locked phones typically receive a lower offer than unlocked ones because lock status affects resale. A carrier lock means the phone is tied to a specific network until it's paid off or unlocked, which can reduce what buyers will pay. ecoATM will still evaluate the device and give a competitive on-the-spot offer based on that lock status.

Back up any data you want to keep, sign out of your Google account, and disable any Find My / Factory Reset Protection features before you come to the kiosk. Remove your SIM card, charge the phone (devices that power on typically earn more), and perform a factory reset if you can. ecoATM recommends these steps to protect your information and speed up the selling process.

You should factory reset your Samsung Galaxy S10 5G before selling to protect your personal data, and ecoATM recommends removing accounts yourself before you arrive. ecoATM also uses specialized data-erasing tools at its processing facility and wipes devices that power on before they're resold or recycled. Because some wiping depends on the device state, ecoATM advises erasing sensitive data beforehand since they cannot absolutely guarantee every device's data can be erased remotely.

Devices that are in good enough condition are refurbished and resold, giving them a second life and keeping materials in use longer. Devices that cannot be resold are recycled through ecoATM's certified e-waste partners to recover materials and keep toxic components out of landfills. ecoATM follows responsible recycling standards and finds a second life for a large share of collected electronics.

The value of your Samsung Galaxy S10 5G depends on its real condition and setup at the time you trade it in. ecoATM reviews storage, carrier lock status, screen and battery condition, whether it powers on, and any Samsung or Google account locks, so a working, unlocked, cleanly reset device can price differently than one with damage or locks still active. You can use the online estimate as a guide, then finish at the kiosk to confirm the offer. Once you approve it, ecoATM pays right away in cash or by Venmo/PayPal where available.