Action Comics #565 (1985) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #565 (1985) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #565 (1985) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $21. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Action Comics #565 (1985), grab the Newsstand version for $10. The Standard version at $5 is cheaper, but it likely represents a different printing or condition, not a significant premium in edition or scarcity here. If you just want the book, buy the Standard. If you are a serious collector seeking a specific variant, the Newsstand version might hold more value depending on its specific packaging or print run.
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Action Comics #565 (1985) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #565 (1985) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $21.
What drives the price
Grade is everything in comics — spine ticks, page color, and restoration decide the number, and the jump from raw to high grade can be 10×+. Key issues (first appearances, origins, deaths) carry the biggest premiums, and early printings beat reprints.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #565 is currently valued at $8.
- How much is a higher-graded copy worth?
- A copy graded 8.0 is listed at $31, showing the premium for better condition.
- Is the value consistent across all grades?
- No, the value increases significantly with the grade, from $8 ungraded to $31 for a 8.0.