Asset Technology Grading System
Understanding Our Grades
At Asset Tech, every device is assessed in two ways: Cosmetic Condition – How the device looks, and Functional Condition – Whether every feature operates correctly. Unlike many refurbishment companies, the "+" symbol indicates a fully functional device. Grades without a "+" indicate that one or more faults are present.
Cosmetic Grades
| Grade | Appearance |
|---|---|
| A+ | Like new with virtually no signs of previous use. |
| A | Excellent appearance but has a functional fault. |
| B+ | Light cosmetic wear with fully working functionality. |
| B | Moderate cosmetic wear with a functional fault. |
| C+ | Noticeable cosmetic wear, scratches and signs of use, fully functional. |
| C | Heavy cosmetic wear with one or more functional faults. |
Functional Meaning
"+" (Fully Functional)
Devices with a "+" have passed our complete testing process.
All major hardware functions operate correctly including:
- Display
- Keyboard
- Touchpad
- Battery
- Webcam
- Speakers
- Microphone
- USB Ports
- USB-C
- HDMI
- Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth
- Ethernet
- SSD
- Charging
- BIOS
- Windows Installation
Grades Without a "+"
Devices without a plus symbol contain one or more known faults.
These faults are always clearly described within the listing.
Faults may be cosmetic, minor operational, or major operational depending on the grade and description.
Fault Categories
Minor Faults
Examples include:
- Battery health below our refurbished standard
- One USB port not functioning
- Fingerprint reader not working
- Backlit keyboard not operating
- Cosmetic crack that does not affect operation
- Missing rubber feet
- Cosmetic casing damage
These devices remain suitable for many users.
Moderate Faults
Examples include:
- Webcam not working
- Microphone fault
- One speaker faulty
- TrackPoint not functioning
- Small LCD pressure marks
- Minor screen blemishes
- Faulty HDMI output
The laptop remains usable but with reduced functionality.
Major Faults
Examples include:
- Cracked LCD
- Multiple dead pixels
- Charging fault
- Faulty motherboard
- Keyboard failure
- Touchpad failure
- SSD errors
- BIOS lock
- Liquid damage
- Intermittent operation
These devices are generally sold for repair, refurbishment or parts unless otherwise stated.
Battery Health Standards
| Battery Health | Classification |
|---|---|
| 95–100% | Like New |
| 90–94% | Excellent |
| 85–89% | Very Good |
| 80–84% | Good |
| 75–79% | Fair |
| 70–74% | Acceptable |
| Below 70% | Requires Replacement (unless sold with fault disclosed) |
Visual Examples
Grade A+
Like new and fully functional.
Grade A
Like new appearance with one or more declared faults.
Grade B+
Light cosmetic wear, fully functional.
Grade B
Moderate cosmetic wear with a declared fault.
Grade C+
Heavy cosmetic wear but fully functional.
Grade C
Heavy cosmetic wear with one or more declared faults.
Grade Examples
| Grade | Meaning |
|---|---|
| A+ | Like new and fully functional. |
| A | Like new appearance with one or more declared faults. |
| B+ | Light cosmetic wear, fully functional. |
| B | Moderate cosmetic wear with a declared fault. |
| C+ | Heavy cosmetic wear but fully functional (equivalent to Back Market Fair). |
| C | Heavy cosmetic wear with one or more declared faults. |
Our Promise
Every device graded with a "+" has successfully passed our comprehensive testing process and is fully operational. Any device without a "+" will always have its fault(s) clearly described, so you know exactly what you're buying.
Our goal is complete transparency—no hidden issues, no ambiguous grading, just clear and honest descriptions you can trust.