Should I Grade My Pokemon Card?
Grading costs $25 to $50 per card at PSA, BGS, or CGC. For grading to make financial sense, the PSA 10 value needs to be at least 2x the raw price to break even after fees. Browse the set guides below to find the exact math for your card.
How to Use This Tool
Pick your set
Find the set your card is from in the grid below. Each set has a dedicated grading guide covering the top cards by PSA 10 value.
Find your card
Inside each set guide, see the top 15 cards by PSA 10 value with real market prices, grade multipliers, and a YES/MAYBE/NO verdict.
Check the math
If the grade multiplier is above 2x and the PSA 10 is above $50, the math works. Then snap a photo with our free AI grader to check condition before paying any fee.
The Math Behind Grading
The break-even rule
PSA Value tier costs $25 per card. PSA Regular is $50. To break even, you need the PSA 10 value to exceed the raw price plus the fee. To profit, you want the PSA 10 value to be at least 2x the raw price so there is margin after fees and the risk of getting a 9 instead of a 10.
Why the 2x rule matters
Not every card you submit will get a 10. A PSA 9 is typically worth only 20 to 40 percent more than raw. If there is a 50 percent chance of getting a 9, you need the PSA 10 premium to be large enough to justify the risk. The 2x multiplier threshold accounts for this uncertainty.
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Base Set
109 cards with pricing data
Base Set (Shadowless)
111 cards with pricing data
Base Set 2
137 cards with pricing data
Fossil
68 cards with pricing data
Jungle
70 cards with pricing data
Legendary Collection
113 cards with pricing data
Neo Destiny
119 cards with pricing data
Neo Discovery
80 cards with pricing data
Neo Genesis
117 cards with pricing data
Neo Revelation
69 cards with pricing data
SV: Paldean Fates
292 cards with pricing data
SV: Prismatic Evolutions
386 cards with pricing data
SV: Scarlet & Violet 151
245 cards with pricing data
SV: Shrouded Fable
137 cards with pricing data
SV01: Scarlet & Violet Base Set
304 cards with pricing data
SV02: Paldea Evolved
315 cards with pricing data
SV03: Obsidian Flames
262 cards with pricing data
SV04: Paradox Rift
307 cards with pricing data
SV05: Temporal Forces
260 cards with pricing data
SV06: Twilight Masquerade
262 cards with pricing data
SV07: Stellar Crown
211 cards with pricing data
SV08: Surging Sparks
288 cards with pricing data
SV09: Journey Together
225 cards with pricing data
SV10: Destined Rivals
281 cards with pricing data
SWSH: Crown Zenith
219 cards with pricing data
SWSH01: Sword & Shield Base Set
289 cards with pricing data
SWSH02: Rebel Clash
254 cards with pricing data
SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze
243 cards with pricing data
SWSH04: Vivid Voltage
247 cards with pricing data
SWSH05: Battle Styles
232 cards with pricing data
SWSH06: Chilling Reign
275 cards with pricing data
SWSH07: Evolving Skies
288 cards with pricing data
SWSH08: Fusion Strike
330 cards with pricing data
SWSH09: Brilliant Stars
234 cards with pricing data
SWSH10: Astral Radiance
254 cards with pricing data
Team Rocket
89 cards with pricing data
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my Pokemon card is worth grading?
Compare the PSA 10 market value to the raw (ungraded) price. If the PSA 10 is at least 2x the raw price and above $50, the math generally works after grading fees. Then check your card's physical condition before paying any fee. Our free AI grader can check centering and surface in 30 seconds. For a curated list of cards that clear this bar in 2026, see Pokémon cards worth grading in 2026.
How much does it cost to grade a Pokemon card?
PSA charges $25 per card at Value tier (up to 45 days) and $50 at Regular tier (up to 20 days). BGS and CGC have similar base rates. Express tiers can run $100 or more per card. For most modern cards, Value tier is the right comparison point when running the numbers. See the full breakdown: PSA grading cost guide.
What is a grade multiplier?
The grade multiplier is PSA 10 price divided by the raw price. A 2x multiplier means a graded PSA 10 copy sells for twice what an ungraded copy sells for. Cards with multipliers above 2x and PSA 10 values above $50 are the strongest candidates for professional grading.
Should I use PSA, BGS, or CGC?
PSA has the highest resale premium and market liquidity for Pokemon cards. BGS is preferred by some collectors for its sub-grades and slab presentation. CGC is a lower-cost alternative with faster turnaround times. For maximum resale value on high-end cards, PSA is the most widely accepted option among Pokemon collectors.
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