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Computer Scrap Buyers in Kochi — Best Rates, Instant Payment, Free Pickup
Ewaste Kochi is the highest-paying CPCB-authorized computer and electronic scrap buyer in Kochi. We pay you the true commodity market value for your old laptops, servers, desktops, UPS batteries, networking gear and all IT equipment — with payment made on the spot at pickup via cash or UPI, and zero transport charges from anywhere in Kochi or Ernakulam district.
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What We Buy — All Categories of Computer & Electronic Scrap
From a single old laptop to an entire data centre decommission — Ewaste Kochi buys all categories of computer, IT and electronic scrap in Kochi at the best market prices.
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Laptops & Notebooks
We buy laptops in any condition — working, dead, broken screen, water damaged or in parts. Business-grade models from Dell, HP and Lenovo command the best prices. MacBooks and Apple laptops get premium rates due to their aluminium and high-value component content. Gaming laptops and workstations are also purchased at strong rates reflecting their GPU and RAM value.
All brands (Dell, HP, Lenovo, Apple, Asus, Acer)
Working & non-working
Gaming laptops
Business ultrabooks
Chromebooks
Netbooks
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Desktop Computers
Desktop computers — from budget consumer systems to high-end workstations — are purchased at rates reflecting their processor generation, RAM, PSU copper content and overall condition. Complete systems with all peripherals are valued together for convenience. CPU towers only, all-in-one PCs, thin clients and mini PCs are each bought at their individual component-based market rate.
Complete systems
CPU towers only
All-in-one PCs
Workstations
Thin clients
Mini PCs
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Servers & Data Centre
Enterprise servers carry some of the highest per-unit scrap values of any IT equipment due to their gold-pinned processors, server-grade ECC RAM, large copper heat sinks and high-density PCBs. We buy rack servers, blade systems, tower servers and entire data centre lots from companies in Kochi decommissioning their infrastructure. Storage arrays and NAS/SAN units are also purchased.
1U/2U rack servers
Blade servers
Tower servers
NAS/SAN storage
Server racks & PDUs
Data centre equipment
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Batteries & Power
Lead-acid UPS batteries and lithium-ion packs are among the most consistently valuable categories of electronic scrap. We buy all SMF/VRLA batteries, APC, Emerson, Numeric and locally branded UPS units, inverter systems and solar battery banks. Large bulk lots from UPS replacements, telecom tower upgrades and solar installations attract premium per-unit rates well above retail kabadi prices.
SMF/VRLA batteries
Li-ion packs
UPS systems
Inverters
Solar batteries
APC/Emerson UPS units
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Networking & Telecom
Professional-grade networking equipment — Cisco, HP/Aruba, Juniper, Fortinet and other enterprise brands — is significantly under-valued by generalist scrap dealers who weigh it as generic metal. We understand the real copper, gold and component value in managed switches, core routers and enterprise firewalls, and pay accordingly. PABX systems, fiber converters, structured cabling reels and telecom equipment are all purchased.
Cisco/HP/Juniper switches
Routers & firewalls
PABX systems
Fiber converters
Network cables (bulk)
Telecom equipment
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Components & Others
Individual components — motherboards, RAM modules, GPU cards, processor chips, power supply units and PCBs — carry significant gold, copper and rare metal content. We purchase individual component lots from IT repair shops, parts traders and corporate clients clearing component inventories. Copper wiring, cable reels, and harvested scrap from disassembled equipment are also purchased by weight.
Motherboards
RAM modules
HDDs & SSDs
GPU cards
CPUs & processors
PSUs, PCBs, Copper wiring
Current Scrap Buying Prices — Kochi May 2025
These are indicative market rates. Final prices are confirmed at the time of pickup after physical inspection. Prices reflect current commodity market values and may vary by brand, condition, age and component configuration. WhatsApp us photos for an accurate quote before scheduling pickup.
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Item
Our Price
Payment
Laptops
Working laptop (consumer grade)
₹2,000 – ₹5,000
Instant ✓
Laptops
Working laptop (business grade — Dell/HP/Lenovo)
₹3,000 – ₹8,000
Instant ✓
Laptops
Dead/broken laptop
₹500 – ₹2,500
Instant ✓
Laptops
MacBook (any condition)
₹3,000 – ₹12,000
Instant ✓
Desktops
Desktop computer (complete set)
₹800 – ₹2,500
Instant ✓
Desktops
CPU tower only
₹400 – ₹1,500
Instant ✓
Desktops
Workstation (Xeon/Threadripper)
₹2,000 – ₹8,000
Instant ✓
Servers
1U/2U rack server (Dell/HP/IBM)
₹5,000 – ₹20,000
Instant ✓
Servers
Blade server / chassis
₹8,000 – ₹35,000
Instant ✓
Servers
Tower server
₹3,000 – ₹15,000
Instant ✓
Batteries
UPS battery 7Ah (SMF)
₹100 – ₹180
Instant ✓
Batteries
UPS battery 26Ah (SMF)
₹350 – ₹600
Instant ✓
Batteries
UPS battery 42Ah (SMF)
₹550 – ₹900
Instant ✓
Batteries
Large battery 65Ah+
₹800 – ₹1,400
Instant ✓
Networking
Cisco/HP managed switch
₹300 – ₹5,000
Instant ✓
Networking
Enterprise router/firewall
₹500 – ₹4,000
Instant ✓
Components
GPU / Graphics card
₹500 – ₹15,000+
Instant ✓
Components
RAM module (server/desktop)
₹50 – ₹500
Instant ✓
Components
HDD / SSD
₹150 – ₹900
Instant ✓
Displays
LCD/LED monitor
₹300 – ₹900
Instant ✓
Displays
LED TV (any size)
₹500 – ₹3,000
Instant ✓
Mobiles
Working smartphone
₹300 – ₹5,000+
Instant ✓
Cables
Copper wire/cable (per kg)
₹400 – ₹600/kg
Instant ✓
How to Sell Computer Scrap in 4 Simple Steps
From WhatsApp photo to cash in your hand — the entire process takes less than 24 hours in most cases.
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WhatsApp Photo
Send us photos of your items on WhatsApp to 75 0055 5454. Include the brand name and model number if visible. A brief description of the quantity and general condition is helpful. No formal inventory needed — a quick photo message is enough to start the process.
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Get Instant Quote
We reply with an indicative buying price within 30 minutes of receiving your photos. The quote covers each item category with a price range based on current commodity rates and the condition shown. No obligation to proceed — the quote is free. For complex or large corporate lots, we may arrange a brief call to clarify quantities before quoting.
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Free Pickup
Once you accept the quote, we schedule free pickup from your location anywhere in Kochi — same day or next day in most areas. Our team arrives at your home, office or warehouse at the confirmed time. No transportation required on your part. We bring weighing equipment and all necessary packaging for safe handling of your equipment.
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Instant Payment
After weighing and final inspection at your location, the confirmed price is paid to you immediately. Choose cash, UPI (PhonePe, GPay, Paytm), NEFT or RTGS — whatever works for you. For large corporate transactions, bank transfer is completed within 24 hours of the collection appointment. A payment receipt and handover document are issued on the spot.
Why We Pay More Than Local Scrap Dealers
Local general scrap dealers — kabadi shops and generic waste buyers — lack the technical knowledge to accurately value electronic equipment. They price IT assets by bulk weight as generic metal, completely missing the real value in gold-pinned CPUs, high-density PCBs, server-grade RAM and premium networking hardware. Ewaste Kochi specializes exclusively in IT and electronic equipment, giving us the expertise to identify and pay for true component value. Our established relationships with downstream recyclers allow us to extract and monetize this value efficiently, which is why we consistently offer 20–60% more than generalist scrap buyers for the same items.
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Electronics Specialists
We price each item based on its actual electronic and material composition — not just its weight. A server with gold-pinned Xeon CPUs gets a very different price from a server-sized steel cabinet. This expertise is only possible because we focus exclusively on electronic assets.
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Certified Data Security
Every storage device is data-destroyed with a Certificate of Destruction. Local scrap dealers have no such capability — selling to them means your data could be exposed. Our certified destruction process protects you legally while giving you the best price for the hardware.
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No Haggling on Price
We provide a firm indicative quote before pickup based on transparent commodity market rates. There is no aggressive last-minute price reduction at pickup — a common tactic used by some scrap dealers. Our pricing is consistent, transparent and confirmed before any transaction takes place.
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Bulk Premium Rates
Corporate and institutional sellers with 10+ units of the same item type qualify for premium per-unit rates above our standard list. Bulk lots of UPS batteries, servers, laptops and networking equipment are our speciality — the more you have, the stronger the rate we can offer.
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Instant Payment
Payment is made at the time of pickup — cash, UPI or bank transfer. Unlike some buyers who ask for bank details and promise payment "within 3 days," we pay on the spot. No chasing, no follow-up, no delayed cheques. Money in hand before our team leaves your premises.
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Free Pickup Included
We come to you — no transport cost on your end. Many scrap dealers expect you to bring items to their yard, which is impractical for bulk IT equipment. Our free pickup from your home or office across all 32+ areas of Kochi means you get the full price without any logistics hassle.
Bulk Computer Scrap Buying for Kochi Businesses
For businesses in Kochi running IT infrastructure refresh cycles, office relocations or technology upgrade projects, the old equipment being replaced has real monetary value that should be recovered — not simply disposed of as a cost. Ewaste Kochi's corporate scrap buying program is specifically designed to help companies in Kochi offset the cost of new IT equipment through structured, compliant and well-priced scrap recovery.
A typical 50-laptop office refresh, for example, can generate ₹75,000–₹2,00,000 in scrap recovery value depending on the age and specification of the machines. Server decommissioning projects — replacing ageing rack infrastructure with cloud or new hardware — regularly yield ₹3,00,000–₹10,00,000+ in scrap value when handled by a buyer who understands server component pricing. This recovered value directly reduces the net cost of your technology investment.
Our corporate service includes full inventory documentation of all assets collected, individual serial number logging, certified data destruction for every storage device, and a complete post-collection report with EPR certificates, weight slips and Certificates of Data Destruction. This documentation package satisfies audit requirements, CPCB compliance obligations and company ESG/CSR reporting needs.
Corporate Collection Includes:
✓ Pre-collection inventory audit
✓ Asset tagging & chain of custody
✓ Certified data destruction
✓ EPR compliance certificate
✓ Weight certificates
✓ Instant payment on collection
Get a Corporate Quote
Have 10+ items to sell? WhatsApp or call us for a bulk corporate quote with premium per-unit pricing.
Everything you need to know about selling computer and electronic scrap in Kochi.
Ewaste Kochi is widely recognized as Kochi's most trusted CPCB-authorized electronic scrap buyer. We differentiate ourselves through specialized IT equipment pricing knowledge, transparent commodity-rate-linked quotes, instant payment on collection, certified data destruction, and comprehensive EPR documentation. Unlike general kabadi dealers who price IT equipment by bulk weight, we assess each category individually for its true electronic component and material value — which is why we consistently offer 20–60% more for the same items. Our service covers all 32+ areas of Kochi with free pickup and same-day availability.
Electronic scrap pricing is based on several factors evaluated simultaneously. Brand and model determine the quality tier and typical component specification. Working condition versus non-working creates a significant price differential for complete units. Age and generation determine processor class, which affects gold and rare metal content in CPU pins and PCB solder points. Material composition — the weight of copper in wiring and heat sinks, gold in CPU socket pins, silver in contacts — is evaluated against current London Metal Exchange commodity rates. For complete systems, the sum of component values is cross-checked against the whole-unit market. WhatsApp photos allow us to assess most factors before visiting.
Yes — even completely non-working, broken, burnt or water-damaged computers have substantial scrap value for their material components. A dead laptop that no longer powers on still contains a lithium battery, copper in its wiring harness, gold in CPU and RAM socket contacts, aluminium in the chassis (MacBooks especially), and recoverable precious metals in the PCB. Dead laptops typically fetch ₹500–₹2,500 depending on brand and specification. Dead desktop towers, depending on PSU copper content and generation of components, fetch ₹300–₹1,200. Do not throw out dead electronics — WhatsApp us photos and we will give you a fair value before arranging free collection.
Working laptops in good condition range from ₹2,000 for older consumer-grade models to ₹8,000+ for recent business-grade laptops such as Dell Latitude, HP EliteBook or Lenovo ThinkPad. Apple MacBooks — even older ones — command premium rates of ₹3,000–₹12,000 due to their aluminium chassis, high-quality components and brand residual value. Non-working laptops with complete chassis and motherboard fetch ₹500–₹2,500. Gaming laptops with discrete GPUs (Nvidia RTX series) command strong rates even when non-working, due to GPU scrap value. Send us a photo of your laptop showing the model label for an accurate individual quote within 30 minutes.
Yes — corporate bulk buying is one of our core strengths. Companies in Kochi decommissioning IT infrastructure, refreshing their laptop fleet, or closing offices can receive premium per-unit rates that are significantly above our standard residential price list. The economics of bulk processing allow us to pass on efficiency savings as higher per-unit prices to corporate sellers. We handle collections of 10 to 10,000+ units with full ITAD documentation including inventory lists, data destruction certificates and EPR compliance records. Corporate bulk clients also benefit from priority scheduling, a dedicated account coordinator, and bank transfer payment for large-value transactions.
Payment is instant — made at the point of pickup before our team leaves your premises. For residential and small business collections, cash or UPI (PhonePe, GPay, Paytm) is used and you receive payment within minutes of the items being weighed and confirmed. For larger corporate transactions where bank transfer is preferred, NEFT or RTGS payment is completed within 24 hours of the collection appointment. We do not issue deferred cheques, we do not ask you to wait for "processing" and we do not pay in instalments — full payment is made immediately. A payment receipt is issued on the spot for your records.
Yes — for bulk quantities, we purchase electronic scrap from across Ernakulam district including all towns and villages beyond Greater Kochi. For large corporate and institutional lots, we extend our buying service to all major Kerala cities — Thrissur, Kozhikode, Thiruvananthapuram and Kottayam. For individual residential sellers outside central Kochi, contact us with your pincode and item list and we will confirm whether collection is viable. As a general rule, if your lot has a combined value of ₹5,000 or more, we will arrange collection from most Kerala locations. WhatsApp your item list to 75 0055 5454 for a quick confirmation.
The highest value-per-kilogram components in electronic scrap are: gold-pinned CPUs (Intel Xeon, older socketed processors with ceramic packages), GPU graphics cards (especially server Tesla/A100 series and gaming RTX cards), server-grade ECC RAM (large capacity DIMMs), power supply units with large copper windings and transformers, and high-density PCBs with multiple layers of precious metal contacts. Whole working business-grade laptops also have an excellent value-to-weight ratio due to their aluminium chassis, complete component set and brand premium. Copper cable reels from structured cabling installations are another high-value category, valued by clean copper weight. If you are unsure about the value of specific components, send us photos.
Yes — enterprise networking equipment from Cisco, HP/Aruba, Juniper, Fortinet, Brocade and other major brands is purchased at rates that reflect the actual copper density, PCB quality and component value of professional-grade hardware. Cisco Catalyst and Nexus managed switches in working condition fetch ₹1,000–₹5,000 depending on model and port density. Non-working enterprise switches still contain significant PCB and copper value: ₹300–₹1,500. Enterprise routers and firewalls: ₹500–₹4,000 depending on model. PABX telephone systems are also purchased. We specifically look for Cisco, HP Procurve, Juniper EX/MX, and FortiGate units — contact us for model-specific pricing before scheduling collection.
Yes — server scrap buying is one of our highest-value services. Enterprise rack servers, blade chassis, tower servers and storage arrays from Dell, HP, IBM, Cisco, Supermicro, Fujitsu and other major vendors are all purchased. Server pricing varies widely based on generation: a working 2021-era Dell PowerEdge may fetch ₹8,000–₹20,000, while a 2010-era server valued mainly for scrap may yield ₹3,000–₹8,000 in materials. Blade server chassis with populated blades attract strong pricing due to concentrated component density. Enterprise storage arrays (EMC, NetApp, HP 3PAR) are assessed individually. For data centre decommissioning projects involving 10+ servers, we dispatch a specialist assessment team to your Kochi premises before providing a firm quote.
UPS batteries (Sealed Maintenance Free / VRLA lead-acid type) are purchased at the following indicative rates in Kochi: 7Ah batteries (standard desktop UPS backup battery): ₹100–₹180 per unit. 26Ah batteries (medium UPS): ₹350–₹600 per unit. 42Ah batteries: ₹550–₹900 per unit. Large format 65Ah+ batteries: ₹800–₹1,400 per unit. Industrial telecom batteries (100Ah–200Ah): ₹1,500–₹3,000+ per unit. Bulk UPS battery lots from UPS replacement cycles, telecom tower upgrades and data centre battery replacements command premium per-unit rates above these standard prices. Lead price fluctuates with the commodity market, so WhatsApp us for current rates before scheduling collection for large battery lots.
There is no minimum quantity — we will buy a single laptop, a single UPS battery, or a single networking switch if the item has sufficient individual value to justify our collection visit. For very small lots (one or two low-value items), we may combine the collection with another nearby visit to keep our logistics efficient, which occasionally means a slightly longer wait for the collection slot. For best per-unit rates on any given item category, we recommend quantities of 10 or more, as bulk processing allows us to offer improved pricing. If your lot is below minimum viable value, we will advise you honestly and may suggest bringing items to a convenient drop-off point instead of a paid pickup.
Yes — copper wire and cable is purchased by weight. Clean bare bright copper wire (stripped of insulation): ₹500–₹650/kg. Insulated copper wire/cable (standard category): ₹400–₹550/kg depending on copper percentage and jacket type. Cat5/Cat6 structured cabling: ₹200–₹350/kg. Aluminium electrical wiring: ₹80–₹120/kg. Telecom cable reels with copper pairs are also purchased — pricing depends on pair count and length. For office fit-out clearances, renovation projects and contractor cable scrap, we can arrange a site assessment to estimate total cable copper weight before collection. Call 75 0055 5454 to discuss cable and wiring scrap collection in Kochi.
Yes — and we strongly encourage it. Send WhatsApp photos of your items to 75 0055 5454 along with a brief description (brand, model, quantity, working or non-working). We provide an indicative quote within 30 minutes on working days. This quote is based on photos and stated condition; the final confirmed price is set at the time of in-person inspection during pickup, which may vary slightly if the actual condition differs from what was shown. In practice, the final price matches the indicative quote in the vast majority of cases. Getting a quote before scheduling ensures you are happy with the expected payment before we visit your location.
Yes — LCD and LED monitors are purchased at ₹300–₹900 per unit depending on size, age and condition. Working monitors in good cosmetic condition with cable attract the higher end of this range. CRT monitors (older tube-type) fetch ₹100–₹300 due to lower recyclable value and higher handling cost. LED Smart TVs in working condition: ₹500–₹3,000 depending on size (32" to 55"+) and brand. Non-working TVs with display damage are collected free and recycled without payment. Large-screen commercial displays (65"+ interactive panels, video wall components) are assessed individually. For large quantities of mixed monitors from office clearances, we can provide a lot price rather than individual assessment.
Generally yes — and significantly so for IT-specific equipment categories. Local general scrap dealers (kabadi shops) price all metal-containing items by bulk weight at generic category rates: "copper metal," "steel," "plastic." They have no capacity to identify or pay for the gold content in CPU pins, the silver in PCB contacts, the specific value of server-grade RAM, or the premium attached to certain networking equipment brands. Ewaste Kochi pays for each of these value dimensions. For common items like UPS batteries, the difference may be 10–20%. For server and networking equipment, we typically pay 30–60% more. For high-value categories like GPU cards and MacBooks, the difference is even larger. We compete on knowledge, not on race-to-the-bottom pricing.
Selling computer scrap to Ewaste Kochi takes five steps: Step 1 — WhatsApp photos and a brief description of your items to 75 0055 5454. Step 2 — Receive our indicative quote within 30 minutes (no obligation). Step 3 — Confirm you are happy with the quote and schedule a free pickup slot (same or next day in most Kochi areas). Step 4 — Our team visits your location, inspects and weighs items, and confirms the final price (which matches the indicative quote in nearly all cases). Step 5 — Instant payment by cash, UPI, NEFT or RTGS — your choice — before our team leaves. For corporate clients, full documentation is issued alongside payment. The entire process from first WhatsApp to payment in hand typically takes less than 24 hours.
Yes — gaming GPUs, professional workstation cards and server accelerator cards are all purchased. Consumer gaming GPUs (Nvidia GeForce, AMD Radeon): ₹500–₹8,000+ depending on model and generation. RTX 30/40 series cards command premium prices even in non-working condition. Professional workstation GPUs (Nvidia Quadro, AMD FirePro): ₹800–₹6,000 depending on memory and generation. Server GPU accelerators (Nvidia Tesla K80, P100, V100, A100 series): ₹2,000–₹15,000+ as these contain significantly more precious metal content and have specialized recycling value. Mining GPUs — even heavily used — retain scrap value for their memory and circuit content. Send us photos of the model label for an accurate individual quote before scheduling collection.
Yes — working smartphones in good condition fetch ₹300–₹5,000+ depending on brand, model, age and storage capacity. iPhones and Samsung Galaxy flagships retain the highest values even when aged. Non-working or broken smartphones with cracked screens or charging faults: ₹100–₹600. Tablets in working condition: ₹200–₹3,000 depending on brand and spec. Non-working tablets: ₹100–₹500. Old feature phones (2G/3G era): ₹50–₹200. For corporate clients disposing of a fleet of company mobile phones, we handle bulk mobile device ITAD including certified data wiping or physical destruction with individual certificates per device — critical for DPDP Act and IT security compliance. Bulk mobile lots attract premium per-unit rates.
OLX and similar second-hand platforms require you to create a listing, photograph items, write descriptions, wait for inquiries (which are often time-wasters or low-ball offers), negotiate with strangers, arrange a meeting, and transport or ship the item yourself — with no data security guarantee if it is a storage device. This process can take days or weeks. Ewaste Kochi offers free pickup from your location, an indicative quote within 30 minutes, instant payment at collection, certified data destruction so you are not exposed to data breach risk, CPCB-authorized recycling documentation, and a completed transaction in under 24 hours. For bulk lots of 10+ items, OLX is simply impractical. For items containing sensitive data, OLX is potentially dangerous. Ewaste Kochi is the cleaner, faster and safer choice for disposing of electronic equipment.
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