Calculate the ROI of professional card grading. Enter your card's value and expected grade to see if grading makes financial sense.
Enter your card details
$
Check recent sales on eBay or TCGPlayer for current market value
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to get a card graded by PSA?
PSA grading costs range from about $20 for economy service (60+ business days) to $150+ for super express (2 business days). Additional costs include shipping, insurance, and return shipping. The total cost per card typically ranges from $30-$200 depending on speed and card value.
How much does a PSA 10 increase card value?
A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) grade typically increases a card's value by 5-10x compared to the raw (ungraded) price. However, this varies widely by card. High-demand cards like rookie cards, rare pulls, and vintage cards often see even higher premiums for PSA 10 grades.
Is it worth grading a $5 card?
Generally, no. With grading costs starting at $20 plus shipping, a $5 raw card would need to achieve a PSA 10 and command at least $30-40 graded to break even. Focus grading budget on cards with higher raw values where the graded premium covers the cost.
What grade does my card need to be worth grading?
For most modern cards, PSA 9 or PSA 10 is needed for grading to be profitable. A PSA 9 typically adds 2-3x value while PSA 10 adds 5-10x. For vintage cards, even PSA 7-8 grades can add significant value. Use our calculator above to check your specific scenario.
How can I tell what grade my card will get before submitting?
Use CardGrade.io's CGI Vision AI to get a grade prediction with 92.8% accuracy before paying for professional grading. Upload a photo of your card and the AI analyzes 47 inspection points to predict your exact grade, helping you make informed submission decisions.
Not sure about the grade?
Let CGI Vision AI tell you for certain. Upload your card for an instant grade prediction with 92.8% accuracy.