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Not sure about your phone’s storage size? Here’s how to find it on iPhone or Android.
Written by Sneha Kashyap, Content and PR Executive | Conscious Consumption and Tech Trends
Last updated on 18 August 2026
You can check your phone's storage capacity in just a few taps by navigating to the Settings menu on iPhone or Android. It’ll be shown in GB (gigabytes), such as 128GB or 1TB. Knowing your phone's storage capacity is important when you’re looking to sell as it will tell you exactly how much it’s worth. Although a higher variant will fetch you a higher price, ultimately, the condition your phone is in will also have a big impact on how much you get for it.
GB stands for gigabyte, a unit used to measure digital storage. The higher the number of GB, the greater your phone's total storage capacity. For example, a 256GB phone has twice the capacity of a 128GB phone. Your storage is filled up with things like media files, documents, and apps. There are things you can do to free up storage on your iPhone or Android, such as using a microSD card. But, if you keep getting the dreaded “Storage Almost Full” notification constantly, then you might need a new phone.
Not exactly. Phone storage and memory (RAM) are two different things, although people often use the word "memory" when they mean storage.
Storage is where your phone keeps your apps, photos, videos and other files. This is the capacity measured in GB or TB that you'll usually need to know to identify your phone model when you want to sell it.
RAM (Random Access Memory) helps your phone run apps and processes. It is separate from your phone's internal storage.
So, if you're wondering how much memory your phone has, you may actually be looking for its storage capacity instead.
Finding your iPhone’s internal storage is a breeze. Simply follow these quick steps:
Open the Settings menu, scroll down and tap on General.
Click on About and look for a number under Capacity.
The figure shown next to Capacity is your iPhone's total storage capacity. For example, if it says 256GB, you have a 256GB iPhone. If you want to find out how storage is free, check Available. But bear in mind that this isn't the same as your phone's total capacity.
Finding your storage on Android is just as easy as iPhone - the only difference is that wording might vary depending on whether you have a Pixel phone, Samsung, or any other flagship brand.
For Samsung phones, go to Settings → Device Care → Storage.
For Google Pixel and most Androids, click on Settings → Storage.
Found your phone's storage capacity?
Now find out how much your phone could be worth when you trade it in.
If your phone won't turn on, you may still be able to find out its storage capacity.
If you still have your phone's original packaging, check the label on the box. The phone's model and storage specification may be listed there.
Your original receipt, order confirmation or retailer account may also show the exact model and storage capacity you purchased.
Depending on your device, you may be able to find information about the phone through the Apple, Google or Samsung account associated with it.
If you know your phone's exact model, you can look up its specifications to find the available storage variants. For instance, an IMEI number can also help identify a device - you can find it on the back of your phone for most popular Androids and iPhones older than the iPhone 6. For newer iPhones, it will be printed inside the SIM tray when you eject it.
NOTE: If you're using an online IMEI or device-checking service, make sure you're using a reputable provider and avoid sharing your IMEI publicly.
Yes, storage capacity can affect the value of a phone, but it isn't the only factor that determines its trade-in price. For example, a 256GB version of a particular phone may be worth more than the equivalent 128GB version. However, the difference in value isn't necessarily proportional to the difference in storage.
The value of your phone will also depend on factors such as exact make and model, overall condition, age of the device, depreciation over time, as well as price offered by individual recyclers. This is why it's worth checking the current trade-in value of your phone, rather than estimating its value from storage capacity alone.
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