// DEVICE_COMPATIBILITY_MATRIX // 2026
eSIM Device Matrix
Technical compatibility reference for smartphones, tablets, and laptops supporting eSIM in 2026.
Technical compatibility reference for smartphones, tablets, and laptops supporting eSIM in 2026.
eSIM availability varies by regional device variant, carrier lock status, and firmware version. This matrix is for informational reference. Always verify with your device manufacturer.
Apple introduced eSIM with the iPhone XS in 2018. The iPhone 14 US models marked a significant shift to eSIM-only, removing the physical SIM tray entirely. European and international variants retain physical SIM alongside eSIM.
| Model | Year | eSIM | Config |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 16 / 16 Pro | 2024 | YES | Dual eSIM (US: eSIM only) |
| iPhone 15 / 15 Pro | 2023 | YES | Dual eSIM (US: eSIM only) |
| iPhone 14 series | 2022 | YES | Dual eSIM (US: eSIM only) |
| iPhone 13 series | 2021 | YES | Nano + eSIM |
| iPhone 12 series | 2020 | YES | Nano + eSIM |
| iPhone XS / XR / 11 | 2018-19 | YES | Nano + eSIM |
| iPhone X and older | ≤2017 | NO | Physical SIM only |
Samsung's eSIM rollout began with the Galaxy S20 series. The Z Fold and Z Flip foldable lines have strong eSIM support. Note that some markets (notably South Korea and certain Asian variants) ship with eSIM disabled.
| Model Family | eSIM | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S24 / S24+ / Ultra | YES | Check regional variant |
| Galaxy Z Fold 5 / Flip 5 | YES | Dual SIM + eSIM |
| Galaxy S23 series | YES | Check regional variant |
| Galaxy S22 / S21 / S20 | YES | Some variants only |
Google has been an early eSIM adopter. Pixel 3 and all subsequent models support eSIM. Android 12+ offers significantly improved eSIM management UX.
| Model | eSIM | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel 9 / 9 Pro | YES | Dual SIM support |
| Pixel 8 / 8 Pro / 8a | YES | Dual SIM support |
| Pixel 6 / 7 series | YES | — |
| Pixel 3 / 4 / 5 | YES | — |
Navigate to Settings → General → About. Scroll to find the "EID" field. The presence of an EID (a 32-digit number) confirms eSIM hardware support.
Navigate to Settings → About Phone → SIM Status or IMEI information. Look for an "EID" entry. Alternatively, dial *#06# — if eSIM is supported, the EID will appear in the results.