Is Machamp GL worth grading?
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Worth grading only if it gems
A PSA 8 Machamp GL brings $31.95 versus $1.14 raw — a $30.81 spread that covers an economy-tier ~$25 grading fee. Without PSA 9 sales on record, budget for the fee being lost on a near-miss.
- Raw (NM)
- $1.14
- PSA 8
- $31.95
- Gem premium
- 28×
- As of
- Aug 10, 2026
Break-even by outcome and fee
| If it comes back… | Sells for | Economy / bulk (~$25.00) | Standard (~$50.00) | Express (~$150) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gem — PSA 8 | $31.95 | +$5.81 | −$19.19 | −$119 |
| PSA 8 | $31.95 | +$5.81 | −$19.19 | −$119 |
Net = sale price − $1.14 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
Full grade ladder
Raw conditions & history →| Grade | PSA | CGC |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | — | $15.00 |
| 8.5 | — | $23.87 |
| 8 | $23.96 | — |
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Grading Machamp GL — FAQ
Is Machamp GL worth grading?
A PSA 8 Machamp GL brings $31.95 versus $1.14 raw — a $30.81 spread that covers an economy-tier ~$25 grading fee. Without PSA 9 sales on record, budget for the fee being lost on a near-miss.
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