r/hardwareswap • • 1d ago

OFFICIAL Update on Buying Posts and Timestamp Requirements

124 Upvotes

Buying posts are staying, with changes

Thank you for all the feedback here and in #buying-feedback on Discord. Our goal was never to remove Buying posts, only to make trading safer. With the rise of AI timestamps, and compromised accounts, scams are becoming more regular and vigilance is needed to combat this fraud. Your response was nearly unanimous: Buying posts are what set us apart from the big-name marketplaces. Buying posts will remain, but early buyer/seller conversation must now happen in public with a few other changes.

Changes take effect Monday October 26, 2026. Existing posts are not affected.

Buying Posts

  • Top-level comments from anyone but the OP must include a video timestamp and asking price, or a link to an active Hardwareswap Selling post. Anything else, including price policing, is removed automatically. Have a question? Include a timestamp of what you’re offering.
  • Buyers must start the DM. Sellers messaging a buyer first is a rule violation. If a seller DMs you without a public timestamp and price, stop and report them.

Selling Posts

  • All Selling posts now require a video timestamp. As mentioned, with the increase of compromised accounts, we decided all sellers should be subject to the same rule.

Video Timestamps

  • Videos should be at minimum 15 seconds, and include audio. This makes AI-generated or edited videos harder to fake.
  • Show a handwritten note with your username, the date, and “Hardwareswap for sale.” If anyone asks you to take a timestamp with that phrase for them, it’s a scam. Report it.
  • One video can cover multiple items if it shows each item, its condition, and required spec proof. Multiples of the same item must be in one video.
  • Hosts: No login-required hosts. YouTube (unlisted), Reddit upload, Discord upload, or Imgur where available.
  • Protect your privacy: keep your face, address, and mail out of frame.

Non-compliant posts and comments will be removed, and repeated violations may result in a ban.


r/hardwareswap • • 26d ago

OFFICIAL October Confirmed Trade Thread

13 Upvotes

Post your confirmed trades below. Please post in the most recent monthly thread. When confirming a post put Confirmed only nothing else it makes the bot unhappy :(

All top level comments must contain the following information:

  • Transaction summary of items bought, sold, or traded
  • Mention the users involved in the transaction (must be in /u/ format)
  • A link to the post where the transaction originated on HardwareSwap (must be a full reddit url and not a shortener/share link). Please see the examples below. Anything that looks like https://reddit.com/r/hardwareswap/s/XXxxXXxxXX is a share link and not valid.

Examples:

  • Bought Asus RTX 4090 from /u/DidItForButter on https://www.reddit.com/r/hardwareswap/comments/xx12345/posttitle
  • Sold Xbox Series X +Games to /u/psikeiro on https://www.reddit.com/r/hardwareswap/comments/xx98765/othertitle
  • Traded RTX3080 + $200 for RTX3090 with /u/konstdfgh on https://www.reddit.com/r/hardwareswap/comments/xx98712/anothertitle

If more proof is requested by the bot please send a modmail including the following:

  • Screenshot of PM's between the users
  • Screenshot of Tracking (may also include link)
  • Screenshot of PayPal transaction
  • Permalink to trade confirmed thread comment

Local trades are not eligible for confirmed trade flair


r/hardwareswap • • 2h ago

SELLING [USA-MI] [H] iPads, Steam Deck, PlayStation Portal, Sony & Bose Headphones, Sony Reon Pocket Pro [W] local cash or PayPal

6 Upvotes

Evening Reddit,

Having a bit of a clear out at home. I tried to look on eBay for rough pricing, but let me know if I'm significantly off.

We're a non-smoking household so the items don't smell!

Timestamps here - https://imgur.com/a/pybng4i

Apple iPad Mini 7th Gen, Purple, 256Gb, Cellular - https://support.apple.com/en-us/121456

  • Picked this up while the wife was deciding what she wanted. I think it got about 3 days use and then she decided it wasn't for her. Cosmetically perfect condition - it's lived it's entire life in a case with a screen protector. Have the box, original charger and cable (both unused). It was bought (and used) on Verizon, and is paid off/owned outright. I assume this means it can be used anywhere else. Battery capacity is 100%, touch ID works. Has been enrolled in AppleCare family.
  • Looking for $500 shipped

Apple iPad 11th Generation, Blue, 128Gb, Cellular - https://www.apple.com/ipad-11/

  • Needed a regular iPad for a prototype application at work and this was the first thing I was able to pick up at the time. Cosmetically perfect, has lived in a case it's entire life. I have the box and will supply a charger/cable (they're probably in the office, but I don't have them immediately to hand to take pictures of). Has cellular, although I've never used it! Battery capacity is 100%, and the touch ID works. I assume this is eligible for AppleCare, but haven't enrolled it on our family account.
  • Looking for $300 shipped

Steam deck (LCD) 512Gb

  • Drunk me picked this up a couple months back. This is now the third time I've tried to get back into portable gaming. Sadly work and the kids are all consuming of my time, and it's still not happening. In good cosmetic shape, had a sticker of some description on the back which seems to have marked the plastic a little, but doesn't impact the touch/feel. I picked this up second hand, and have had no issues logging into it/using it. I included a picture of the serial# so you can validate it's not stolen. Battery seems to be in good shape (enough for me to play portal for a few hours and still having capacity left).
  • Looking for $425 shipped

PlayStation Portal

  • After discovering that portable gaming while on the move wasn't working for me, I thought maybe being able to play the PlayStation around the house would scratch the itch...it didn't :D
  • Like the steam deck, I picked this up second hand, and it's also had some kind of sticker attached to the back, I didn't want to try anything caustic or abrasive on it, but I can actually feel this residue. I got the (I assume) PowerA official case for it to protect it on the arduous journey from my office to my bedroom. Screen is in excellent shape, and aside from the sticker residue, everything else is cosmetically great. Battery lasts a long time.
  • Looking for $120 shipped

Bose NC700 noise cancelling headphones

  • In good cosmetic shape. These were my travel headphones for the longest time. Hold a good charge and come with the original case/charge cable/3.5 jack.
  • Looking for $50 shipped

Sony WH-1000XM5 noise cancelling headphones in black

  • Tried these for a while to see if I liked them more than the Bose set. Comes with the original case / cables and in great cosmetic shape
  • Looking for $75 shipped

Sony Reon Pocket Pro Plus

  • See here for details - https://electronics.sony.com/more/reon/all-reon-pocket/p/rnpkp1pth
  • Saw this while on vacation and picked one up. There is nothing else like this on sale in the US that I'm aware of (and Sony don't even sell them here yet). Works really well, but this was the last year of the Rocket Classic in Detroit, so I won't need to be outdoors in the heat again where this thing shines.
  • Looking for $200 shipped

As always, if you want additional pictures / other information, hit me up. Comment and chat/PM please. I'm local to Detroit / work in Dearborn if you want to do local/cash.


r/hardwareswap • • 2h ago

TRADING [USA-CO] [H] Hp 14" Omnibook 5 512 GB nvme [W] Ipad Air 5th Gen 256 GB

3 Upvotes

The laptop is a month old and comes with the original box and charger. Would also be willing to trade for iPhones or a gaming pc.

timestamps


r/hardwareswap • • 3h ago

BUYING [USA-DE] [H] PayPal [W] 96GB / 128GB DDR5 Kit (2x48GB / 2x64GB)

4 Upvotes

Looking for a 96GB (2x48GB) or 128GB (2x64GB) DDR5 kit, 6000 or faster. Two-stick kits only.


r/hardwareswap • • 2h ago

BUYING [USA-CA] [H] Paypal, Cash [W] RTX 5080 FE

3 Upvotes

Looking to buy a 5080 founders edition, thank you.


r/hardwareswap • • 32m ago

BUYING [USA-CA] [H] PayPal [W] 3080

• Upvotes

I’m looking for a 3080 for 310 shipped! Please comment before sending a PM


r/hardwareswap • • 34m ago

BUYING [USA-CA][H] PayPal, local cash [W] brand new i5 14600Ks

• Upvotes

Budget is $180 shipped (slightly flexible) for a brand new i5 14600K (in tray or boxed). Will be looking very closely at timestamps for signs of use or opened box.

Located in 90263 Malibu/Los Angeles area, willing to drive depending on distance for pickup.


r/hardwareswap • • 9h ago

CLOSED [USA-CA] [H] MacBook 12" 2017 base model [W] PayPal, Local cash

10 Upvotes

*SOLD*

Hey all, I'm helping out relatives clean out tech and found this gem that I'm hoping to find a new home for. It's a 2017 MacBook 12" laptop that's in very good shape. The battery only has 107 cycles on it, and it comes with a clear plastic cover (less good shape!) and a 61w Apple USB-C charger and cable. A fresh install of Ventura is included, and I believe it can even run Sequoia with OCLP (YMMV, not tested). Timestamps are below and happy to take more for those interested.

I'm asking for $95 shipped, Paypal and happy to take cash if local to the Bay Area. Thanks for looking.

Timestamps:

https://imgur.com/a/sjhfmKo


r/hardwareswap • • 59m ago

BUYING [USA-WA][H] PayPal [W] Any WRX80 Motherboard for ThreadRipper 5975WX

• Upvotes

I'm once again asking, please sell me your functional WRX80 board that works with my 5975WX so I can complete my forever project.

homelab history: https://www.reddit.com/r/homelabsales/comments/1vc82q0/comment/p58mcyo/?context=3


r/hardwareswap • • 1h ago

BUYING [USA-CT][H] Paypal [W] Ayaneo Pocket Ace 16GB

• Upvotes

Good day ladies and gentlemen!

Looking to purchase a Pocket Ace. Color way not a huge preference so any works. Mostly care for the 16GB

Thank you!


r/hardwareswap • • 7h ago

CLOSED [USA-CA] [H] PayPal GS [W] 512gb+ NVME drive shipped asap

6 Upvotes

Hi there, looking for an nvme drive in good condition with 90%+ health. Preferably in CA and can ship same day.

Please comment before PM and send me offers.


r/hardwareswap • • 3h ago

SELLING [USA-NY] [H] Retroid Pocket 6 (12GB / 256GB), Official Grip, Official Carrying Case [W] Local Cash

3 Upvotes

https://imgur.com/a/WTvkbW1

Selling Retroid Pocket 6 in excellent condition. Purchased in April, but since the summer have gravitated more toward console gaming, so it hasn’t received proper use.

What’s included:

*RP6 - 12GB / 256GB
*Official TPU Grip
\Official Carrying Case (Retroid Pocket 5 Dual* Screen Case - so it fits RP6 with grip attached)
*Official charging cable.

Price: **$270.00 Local Cash

Location / Pickup - Brooklyn or Manhattan (midtown/lower) can meet at coffee shop, public area/place etc.

Terms:
Local cash only - not looking to ship or trade

Please comment “PM” on this post before messaging (no chat requests, please)


r/hardwareswap • • 4h ago

BUYING [USA-CA] [H] Paypal [W] 6800 / 6800xt , 3070 Ti, 32gb DDR5 Ram

3 Upvotes

Shipped to California needed. Only responding to commented PM.

Looking for
GPU’s
-6800
-6800 XT
-3070 TI

RAM
- DRR5 (2x16) 32gb 6000mhs


r/hardwareswap • • 1h ago

BUYING [USA-TX] [H] PayPal, Local cash [W] 7500X3D, 7600X3D

• Upvotes

I have $220 to buy one of these cpus:

AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D

AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D

Please show video proof of the card working.

I will PM you as the new rule.

Thanks!


r/hardwareswap • • 2h ago

BUYING [USA-NC] [H] Paypal, Local Cash [W] NEW, UNUSED iPhone 17 pro/pro max Unlocked

2 Upvotes

Hi all, lookig for a new and unused iPhone 17 pro/pro max that is unlocked. Need it to be new as it is a gift. Local is 27519. Thank you for offering!


r/hardwareswap • • 7h ago

SELLING [USA-GA][H]32GB DDR5 Kit, 1x16GB DDR5[W]Paypal

6 Upvotes

Timestamps: https://imgur.com/a/iJngJQW
Have some ram looking to get off of.
- Kingston FURY Beast 32GB 2x16 DDR5 5600: timings : CL36, 36-38-38. Asking $350 shipped OBO
- 1x16 Gskill ripjaws S5 DDR5 5200mhz: Cl36-36-36-83. Asking $160 shipped OBO
$490 shipped if you want both
Feel free to shoot an offer, worst I can say is no.


r/hardwareswap • • 2h ago

BUYING [USA-IL] [H] PayPal [W] Budget GPU

2 Upvotes

Hi

Looking for a 150 dollar graphics card, AMD, INTEL, Nvidia welcome

Please, no blower cards

Comment before PM, TY!


r/hardwareswap • • 5h ago

BUYING [USA-GA] [H] Paypal [W] Rootable(or not?) quest pro

5 Upvotes

I'm looking for a quest pro that can be rooted. I know this is a long shot, but basically the exploit came out in late september and was patched by meta shortly after. So your headset would basically have to either be already rooted or not have been connected to the internet or otherwise not been given the opportunity to update since then. If I can't find one then I suppose I will just have to get a regular quest pro and wait until another exploit comes around. I don't really need the controllers(I'll use index controllers with space calibrator) and tbh I've heard they're not all that great so if you don't have them or want to keep them that suits me just fine.

How much am I willing to pay? Well if I were looking for a regular quest pro with controllers without considering rooting, I see one I can buy right now for $530. Ebay price seems to be a bit higher than that at about $630 minus fees puts it at about $544... in any case I'd be willing to pay extra for a rootable quest pro so please just shoot me some offers.

Oh yeah, of course it needs to be fully functional including the face and eye tracking.


r/hardwareswap • • 2h ago

SELLING [USA-GA][H] Apple iPhone Air (256gb), ASUS ROG Ally X (1tb SSD, 24gb RAM, upgraded TMR hall effect joysticks, comfort grip case) [W] PayPal, Local Cash

2 Upvotes

Apple IPhone Air

  • Model: A3260
  • 6.5" OLED 120hz
  • Sky Blue
  • 256gb
  • 95% battery health
  • Carrier: AT&T
  • Comes with phone alone
  • No repairs, cracks, or issues.
  • Asking $530 shipped / $510 local or best offer.

ASUS ROG Ally X Gaming Handheld

  • 1tb SSD
  • 24gb RAM
  • Z1 Extreme
  • Included:
  • ROG ALLY X
  • Charger
  • Upgraded and already installed Handheld DIY TMR hall effect joysticks with tighter tension (will also include the original ASUS OEM joysticks, nothing wrong with them, just wanted to upgrade them)
  • Breed Gaming ergonomic  comfort grips & convertible protective case for Ally X (I currently only have the grips installed to greatly improve the ergonomics but the unused back cover will also be included for you to install if desired)
  • Asking $550 shipped / $530 local or best offer.

Timestamps


r/hardwareswap • • 8h ago

SELLING [USA-MA] [H] Asus rog strix RTX 2070 [W] PayPal

5 Upvotes

Selling my Asus rog strix RTX 2070 in good used condition. Selling it because I bought a new PC. Asking for $110 Shipped

https://imgur.com/a/z2rne1R


r/hardwareswap • • 5h ago

SELLING [USA-CA][H] MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro 24GB/1TB 17 Cycles 100% Battery, AirPods Max 2 Orange w/ WaterField Case [W] PayPal, local cash

3 Upvotes
Timestamps / Photos: https://imgur.com/a/450tekF
Doing some device cleanup of devices I dont use as much anymore. 

Please comment before PMing. Local is 91506 Burbank 
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1. MacBook Pro 14" - $1,850 shipped CONUS

- Apple M5 Pro- 15-core CPU / 16-core GPU (NOT the 20-core GPU model)
- 24GB unified memory, 1TB SSD- Space Black
- Battery: 17 charge cycles, 100% battery health
- Purchased April 10th from Best Buy
- Includes supcase attached the macbook thats been on it since opening it. 
- Currently covered by AppleCare+ via my My Best Buy Total membership (which I have renewed every year for 4 years)
- Condition: Incredibly clean. No dents, no dings, no issues. 
Repairs: None- Includes: Original box and original charger / MagSafe cable- Will be signed out of iCloud, Activation Lock off, and factory reset

2. AirPods Max 2 (Orange) - $400 shipped CONUS

- AirPods Max 2, Orange- Condition: Clean, works perfectly, no issues. 
Repairs: None
- Includes: Original box, original Smart Case / sleeve, AND WaterField leather Shield Case ($99 retail)- $549 new for the headphones alone, $429-$449 on sale currently, plus $99 for the case if bought new
Bundle: $2,200 shipped CONUS for BOTH the MacBook Pro and the AirPods Max 2.
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No trades. PayPal Goods & Services only. Local cash meet up is 91506. othereise it Ships within 1 business day from CA, insured, signature required for the MacBook.
Comment before messaging please. Thanks!

r/hardwareswap • • 3h ago

BUYING [USA-FL][H] Cash, Paypal [W] Ryzen 9 9950x3d2

2 Upvotes

Looking to purchase one ryzen 9 via paypal g&s. Please leave a comment before pm. PM will be on!
Thanks.
Local 33578


r/hardwareswap • • 2m ago

SELLING [USA-TX] [H]TUF B550 Pro, 5600x, 4060ti 8gb, 32gb(16x2) DDR4, EVGA 650 GQ, Wifi6 card, 1550 RPM Single tower Cooler [W]Paypal, local cash

• Upvotes

[TIMESTAMP] https://imgur.com/a/Zq1PCmT

Local to 77429, can meet around 77380 as well on weekdays.

Not looking to sell separately at the moment.

I'd greatly prefer to do local trade. Please consider $20 off for local trade.

Haven't done great amount of research, so please lmk if price seems off.

$600 for all.

CPU: 5600x

GPU: Galax 4060ti 8gb

MB: Asus Tuf Gaming B550 Pro

Ram: 2 x Samsung 16gb DDR4 3200

PSU: EVGA 650 GQ

Wifi: TP Link WiFi 6E - Intel AX210 ACE5400 PCIe

Cooler: Socool RC400 Single tower cooler bought at Korea. Specs below:

Size: 120x48x153 mm

Fan: 120x120x25mm

1550 RPM PWM 4 Pin

80 CFM

27dB(A)


r/hardwareswap • • 5m ago

SELLING [USA-PA] [H] Switch OLED [W] PayPal

• Upvotes

Selling the switch with the dock and charger.

Timestamps: https://imgur.com/a/qxrcSb3

Looking for $200 shipped OBO.

Comment before PM’ing, but feel free to ask any questions you have! Thank you