List of eSIM supported smartphones

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Are you looking for smartphones that support eSIM technology? You’re in luck! In this blog post, we’ll provide you with a comprehensive list of eSIM supported smartphones. This technology allows users to easily switch carriers or set up dual SIM phones without having to physically insert a new SIM card.

So if you’re looking for the latest and greatest in wireless technology, you’ll want to keep reading to find out which smartphones have eSIM capabilities.

Apple iPhone XS, XS Max, XR to iPhone 14

The iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR are among the most popular smartphones on the market today and they all support eSIM technology. The eSIM technology allows users to store two different phone numbers on their device, which is a great convenience for those who travel frequently or require two different phone numbers for work and personal use. This means that you can now have a single device with two separate numbers, without having to carry around two different phones.

The iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR also boast several other features that make them attractive options for smartphone users. They offer powerful performance, stunning OLED displays, and impressive battery life. Additionally, they are all equipped with Face ID which is a biometric authentication system that uses facial recognition to unlock your device securely.

The iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR are all excellent choices for those looking for an eSIM-enabled smartphone that offers great performance and features. With the ability to store two phone numbers on one device, the Apple iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR are worth considering if you’re in the market for a phone that supports eSIM.

Here is a complete list of iPhones compatible with eSIM including those that are not.

  • iPhone XR
  • iPhone XS
  • iPhone XS Max
  • iPhone 11
  • iPhone 11 Pro
  • iPhone SE 2 (2020)
  • iPhone 12
  • iPhone 12 Mini
  • iPhone 12 Pro
  • iPhone 12 Pro Max
  • iPhone 13
  • iPhone 13 Mini
  • iPhone 13 Pro
  • iPhone 13 Pro Max
  • iPhone SE 3 (2022)
  • iPhone 14
  • iPhone 14 Plus
  • iPhone 14 Pro
  • iPhone 14 Pro Max

*On iPhone 13 and 14 models you can have two eSIMs activated at the same time.

*iPhones from mainland China and iPhone devices from Hong Kong and Macao (except for iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone SE 2020, and iPhone XS) don’t have eSIM capability.

*iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max are not compatible with physical SIM cards in the USA.

iPads with eSIM (only iPads with 4G connectivity):

  • iPad Pro 11″ (model A2068, from 2020)
  • iPad Pro 12.9″ (model A2069, from 2020)
  • iPad Air (model A2123, from 2019)
  • iPad (model A2198, from 2019)
  • iPad Mini (model A2124, from 2019)

Google Pixel 6 Pro

The Google Pixel 6 Pro supports eSIM, which means you can connect to 4G networks without using a physical SIM card.

The Pixel 6 Pro has a 6.3-inch screen and supports 802.11ad Wi-Fi, which allows you to achieve extremely fast data transfer speeds of up to 1.7 Gbps (gigabits per second). The phone also comes with a dedicated Visual Core chip that helps process photographs and videos faster than ever before.

To activate your eSIM, go to Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile Network > eSIM Settings, then tap Activate eSIM Card (you could also set up automatic activation by tapping the toggle switch next to it).

Here is a list of Google Pixel phones that support eSIM.

  • Google Pixel 2 (only phones bought with Google Fi service)
  • Google Pixel 2 XL
  • Google Pixel 3 (not including phones bought in Australia, Taiwan or Japan. Phones bought with US or Canadian carriers other than Spring and Google Fi don’t work with eSIM)
  • Google Pixel 3 XL
  • Google Pixel 3a (not including phones bought in Japan or with Verizon service)
  • Google Pixel 3a XL
  • Google Pixel 4
  • Google Pixel 4a
  • Google Pixel 4 XL
  • Google Pixel 5
  • Google Pixel 5a
  • Google Pixel 6
  • Google pixel 6a
  • Google Pixel 6 Pro
  • Google Pixel 7
  • Google Pixel 7 Pro

*Google Pixel 3 devices from Australia, Japan, and Taiwan are not compatible with eSIM.

*Google Pixel 3a from South East Asia are not compatible with eSIM. Watch the video below on how to activate ESIM on Google Pixel 6 Pro.

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is one of the phones that supports eSIM, so you don’t have to worry about swapping your SIM card back and forth between your phone and your tablet.

The device comes with a fingerprint sensor and an octa-core processor. It also has a 6.7″ screen with an FHD+ resolution of 2340 x 1080 and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9.

Before activating your eSIM card on this device, make sure your service provider supports eSIMs on this model (which most do). You’ll also need an unlocked device (meaning it isn’t tied down by any carrier contracts). So if yours isn’t unlocked yet then you’ll need to contact your carrier first before proceeding any further with activating your eSIM card on this device.

Here is a list of Samsung phones that support eSIM.

  • Samsung Galaxy S20
  • Samsung Galaxy S20+
  • Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
  • Samsung Galaxy S21
  • Samsung Galaxy S21+ 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy S21+ Ultra 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy S22
  • Samsung Galaxy S22+
  • Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 20
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G 
  • Samsung Galaxy Fold
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4

*The following Samsung devices are not compatible with eSIM:

  • Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 4G/5G
  • Samsung S20/S21 (US versions)
  • Galaxy Z Flip 5G (US versions)
  • Samsung Note 20 Ultra (Versions from the US and Hong Kong)
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 (Versions from the US and Hong Kong)

Huawei P40 Pro

The Huawei P40 Pro is a smartphone that supports eSIM, which means you can use it with any carrier!

It features a 6.4-inch display, a 3D NPU AI processor, and a triple-rear camera setup. It also comes with an IP68 water-resistance rating. The Huawei P40 Pro also has a triple rear camera system with cameras of varying focal lengths: 40 megapixels (with optical image stabilization), 16 megapixels (also with optical image stabilization), and 8 megapixels (with autofocus). The front camera is 32 megapixels. The device comes with an in-display fingerprint sensor as well as facial recognition technology. Watch this video on how to set up eSIM in your Huawei P40 Pro.

Oppo Find X3 Pro

The Oppo Find X3 Pro is a powerful smartphone that is as beautiful as it is technologically advanced. It has a 6.4-inch curved AMOLED screen with a resolution of 1080 x 2340. The phone has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 processor, 8GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage and a 3,500 mAh battery.

The Oppo Find X3 Pro is one of the phones that supports eSIM technology for LTE connectivity. The eSIM allows you to switch between networks without having to swap SIM cards or insert them into the phone. Here is how to activate your eSIM on this device.

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