What Phone Do I Have? Identify Your Phone & Check Its Value

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Want to sell your phone but aren't sure which model you own?

Finding your phone model takes less than a minute and is the first step towards getting an accurate resale price. Whether you have an iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel or another Android device, this guide shows you exactly how to identify your phone model.

Why Knowing Your Phone Model Matters?

Knowing exactly which phone you have can help you:

Get an accurate resale price
Check repair costs before fixing a device
Find compatible accessories and replacement parts
Verify storage capacity and specifications
Determine whether you're eligible for software updates

If you're planning to sell your phone, identifying the correct model is essential. Small differences between models, storage capacities, and release years can significantly affect your device's value.

Using the Settings menu is the most straightforward way to find out what phone you have. The exact steps depend on whether you're using an iPhone or an Android device.

If You Have An iPhone

The fastest way to identify your iPhone model is through the device information section within Settings, where Apple displays both the model name and model number. Here's how:

Open Settings
Tap General
Select About
Look for Model Name and Model Number

The Model Name will tell you exactly which iPhone you own, such as iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 15 Plus, or iPhone 14, etc.

You can also use the Model Number displayed to figure out what iPhone you have. Model Numbers start with the letter M (replacement iPhones have their model numbers starting with the letter N), which provides a more detailed identification of your device e.g. its colour and storage capacity along with the name of the model.

By tapping on the Model Number you will reveal a code starting with the letter A. You can search this code on Apple’s Support page (use Ctrl+F) to identify your iPhone model.

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If You Have An Android

As Android phones are produced by different manufacturers, the exact steps may vary depending on your device. Samsung phones typically display the model under "About Phone", while Google Pixel, Motorola, OnePlus and other brands may place this information under "System" or a similar menu. Regardless of the manufacturer, you're looking for either the model name or model number, both of which can be used to identify your phone.

Open Settings
Scroll to About Phone, About Device or System
Locate the Model Name or Product Name

Modern Android devices usually display the full model name directly, for example, Samsung Galaxy S25, Pixel 9 Pro, or Motorola Edge 60, etc. If you see a model number, i.e. SMXXX-XX, instead of a full product name, don't worry. Once you have located this number, look it up online and you will be able to identify which Android phone you have.

How to find out what kind of Android phone you have.

Check the back of the device (for older Android phones)

This method is particularly useful if your phone won't turn on or has a damaged screen. Many older Android devices included identifying information directly on the rear casing, making it possible to determine the model without accessing any menus.

Depending on the manufacturer, you may find a model number, serial number or QR code printed near the bottom of the device. While newer smartphones tend to hide this information for aesthetic reasons, older Samsung, Huawei, Sony and Motorola devices frequently display it on the exterior of the handset.

Back side of Samsung Galaxy S6 showing model number

If the model name is nowhere to be found on the back of the device itself, look for an IMEI number that's 16 digits long, you can run an IMEI check online which will reveal your phone model.

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If you're unable to access the Settings menu, don't panic. A phone with a broken screen, battery issue, or software fault can still usually be identified using information linked to the device. The methods below will help you determine your phone model even when the handset itself won't power on.

Phone Box/Packaging

If you kept the original box your phone came in, it will also have the model name and number. Look for a sticker on the back or side of the packaging. If only the model number is shown, search the code online to identify the device.

An iPhone box showing the model number of the device.

Order Receipt

If you bought your phone online, you should check your order confirmation email from the retaileras it will mention the phone's model name. Similarly, other retailers should have given you a copy of the receipt as well.

Cloud Account

Another quick way to find out what phone you have is to check your connected cloud account. Look at the list of linked devices to find your phone's model name.