IPhone XS Max SIM card size

This NANO SIM card for your Verizon iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Max, iPhone 12 Mini, 11, X, XR, XS, Max 8, 8 Plus, 7, 6, iPad Air will allow you to swap services from your existing sim to the Apple Device. Avoid cutting your sim and destroying the data on it. Simply call Verizon and do an "IMEI Change" from your existing SIM to the all new NANO SIM designed for the iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Max, iPhone 12 Mini, 11, X, XR, XS, Max 8, 8 Plus, 7, 6, 5, SE, iPad Air. This sim card is also compatible with IPAD Mini/ Mini Retina and IPAD AIR.

This product comes with its own TrendON SIM ejector tool so you can easily access the SIM tray of your device.This is a Verizon nano (4FF) SIM card, not all devices are compatible with Verizon. If you have a GSM only, IDEN, Straight Talk, Net10, Sprint, AT&T, Tmobile network device, this SIM might not work for you. If you have any questions about this, please contact seller Tech Trend or Verizon about it before purchase. We're standing by to assist.TrendON products are in exclusive distribution by Tech Trend.

So you've found the perfect SIM only deals and now want to make sure it is going to work with your iPhone. Well, you've come to the right place to find out. Since not only SIM cards vary in sizes but so too do iPhone SIM styles, you'll need to know which is the pairing for you.

From older iPhones to the latest iPhone 12 Pro, there are lots of SIM options. Here's what you need to know.

What are the iPhone SIM card sizes?

There are three sizes of SIM you need to think about and they're mini, micro and nano. These are the only three SIM sizes that Apple's iPhones have worked with over the years.

For a new iPhone you're going to be looking at a nano SIM. That said, the iPhone 11 is eSIM capable, although networks aren't yet using these at the time of writing – likely why Apple cleverly didn't do away with the SIM tray on these phones just yet. That and the ability to use dual SIM for multiple numbers.

Read more on SIMs

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- What is an eSIM and why would you need one?

Which iPhone uses a mini SIM?

The oldest of the SIM family which worked with iPhones is the mini SIM. This worked with just three iPhones, the original iPhone, the iPhone 3G and the iPhone 3GS.

If you have any of those phones then it's more than likely they'll struggle to work with a modern network but if you want to give it a go for retro's sake then make sure you secure yourself a mini SIM card.

What iPhones take a micro SIM?

The micro SIM followed and was very short lived in the world of Apple. While this was the first SIM to feature in the iPad, as that arrived, it only lasted four generations there.

For iPhone the micro SIM is required in the iPhone 4 and the iPhone 4S. That's it. Anything after that and you're going to need a nano SIM.

Which iPhones use a nano SIM?

The complete list of iPhones that use the latest nano SIM goes like this:

  • iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, Pro Max and iPhone 12 Mini
  • iPhone SE (2nd generation)
  • iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max
  • iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max
  • iPhone XR
  • iPhone X
  • iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus
  • iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus
  • iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus
  • iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus
  • iPhone SE (1st generation)
  • iPhone 5S, iPhone 5C, iPhone 5

Which iPhones feature dual SIM with eSIM?

Apple has been covering lots of bases with its more recent iPhones, offering both dual SIM functionality with an eSIM. That means you can run more than one number on the same phone, making it ideal if you don't want to carry around two phones for work. Well, it will mean that, once eSIMs get used by more networks.

Models that have dual SIM and an eSIM are the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR and iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max. Apple's latest iPhone 12 series all feature it as well.

Check out this guide on how to change your iPhone SIM then make sure you've got the ultimate price by reading our best SIM-free mobile phones guide. More on that next.

What are the best iPhone deals?

Needless to say, there are lots of iPhone deals to be had. We've covered them all so you don't have to trawl about. Here are a few that will help you find what you need.

First up is the best iPhones deals overall. Know that you want an iPhone 12? Then check out the best iPhone 12 deals. Or for something cheaper, consider iPhone 11 deals or iPhone SE deals

Like all wireless devices, iPhones have SIM cards of varying sizes. That’s because SIM cards are absolutely necessary to use mobile services on your phone if they run on the GSM (no clue what that is? Find out more with our blog on GSM vs CDMA). A GSM phone without a SIM card would be like peanut butter without peanuts. It just wouldn’t work. 

As for what size you need, well that depends on your iPhone model. In fact, you may not need a SIM card at all if you have an eSIM iPhone, where the SIM is already built in. You can find that information, and a whole lot more about iPhones and SIM cards, by reading on.

In this article:

  • What is a SIM card for iPhones?
  • Which SIM card for each iPhone?
  • How to remove a SIM card from iPhone
  • Is my iPhone eSIM- compatible? 
  • Do iPhones have dual SIM?
  • How to activate eSIM on iPhone
  • What data is stored on iPhone SIM cards?
  • Can you buy a new SIM card for the iPhone?

What is a SIM card for iPhones?

iPhones use the same type of SIM cards that other phones use. Either they have a physical SIM card or an eSIM, also known as an embedded SIM, which is a completely virtual SIM card. Unlike other SIM M, also known as an embedded SIM, which is a completely virtual SIM card. Unlike other SIM cards, you can’t physically touch an eSIM. Most of today’s iPhone models use Nano SIM cards (these have been in use since iPhone 5). But the newer models, starting with iPhone 11, also allow for eSIM cards. Then, in 2022, Apple released iPhone 14, which is an eSIM-only phone. That means no SIM card slot at all. To learn even more about all things SIM, check out our blog covering the eternal questions: “what is a SIM card?” and “what is an eSIM?”

IPhone XS Max SIM card size

Which SIM card for each iPhone?

Wondering which iPhone SIM card goes with which iPhone? Here’s an iPhone SIM card chart of the different iPhone SIM card sizes so you know which size you need if you’re swapping to a new SIM card. If you’re switching SIM cards, some providers even provide 3-in-1 SIM cards with their plans so you’ll for sure have the right size you need. Just saying.

iPhone ModelSIM card sizeThe OG iPhone SIM card sizeFull-size SIMiPhone 3 SIM card sizeFull-size SIMiPhone 4 SIM card sizeMicro SIMiPhone 5 SIM card sizeNano SIMiPhone 6 SIM card sizeNano SIMiPhone 7 SIM card sizeNano SIMiPhone 8 SIM card sizeNano SIMiPhone X SIM card sizeNano SIM & eSIMiPhone 11 SIM card sizeNano SIM & eSIMiPhone 12 SIM card sizeNano SIM & eSIMiPhone 13 SIM card sizeNano SIM & eSIMiPhone 14 SIM card sizeeSIM only

As you might expect, a full-size SIM is the biggest of all of the SIM cards (its measurements are 85 mm x 53 mm) and nano SIM cards are the smallest (coming in at just 12.3 mm x 8.8 mm). eSIM cards, as mentioned above, are completely virtual SIM cards, so please don’t ask us to try and measure them. Want to learn more about SIM card sizes and what this all means? Go ahead, click that blue link.

How to remove a SIM card from iPhone

If you ever need to take out your iPhone’s SIM card (ahem, like when you’re switching mobile providers), here’s a general guideline–although it usually will depend on which model you have.

  1. First look for the SIM tray on your phone. For most iPhones, this will be on the right-hand side. For an older iPhone, look for the SIM tray on the top. 
  2. After you’ve found it, use something like a paperclip or a SIM Ejector Tool to push it in gently. We give a pretty nice one via our free trials. 
  3. It will release and you’ll be able to remove the SIM card from the tray.
  4. Voila–put in the new SIM card of your choice and call someone/text someone/give all of your contacts fun emojis next to their names. Your old SIM card can be recycled (usually your wireless provider can do that for you).

IPhone XS Max SIM card size

Is my iPhone eSIM- compatible? 

Newer generations of iPhones are eSIM compatible, beginning with the iPhone 11. For a minute there, iPhones accepted both physical SIM cards and eSIM, but with the iPhone 14, they made the jump to eSIM-only. In addition to activation being almost instantaneous, eSIM is also extremely secure thanks to its built-in security features…and the fact that it can’t be stolen and cloned. Less plastic and no physical shipping makes eSIM better for the environment too, and not to mention the dual SIM capabilities. Actually, let’s mention it.

Do iPhones have dual SIM?

The iPhone 11 was the first eSIM iPhone and it supports “dual SIM,” where you can have one phone line on a physical SIM card and another phone line on an eSIM. The iPhone 12 also supports dual SIM in this way. The iPhone 13 eSIM took it a step further by offering dual-SIM compatibility with two eSIM cards or a physical SIM card and an eSIM. Then the eSIM-only iPhone 14 came about, which doesn’t accept physical SIM cards at all. But, like the iPhone 13, it does support dual SIM with two eSIM cards (find out more about this via our article all about dual SIM). Because why choose?

How to activate eSIM on iPhone

Curious how to add an eSIM to your iPhone? It’s all done digitally with just a few taps on the screen. In most cases, your wireless carrier will provide a QR code for you to scan to download and install an eSIM onto your iPhone. That’s right–it’s as easy as getting a restaurant’s menu up on your phone.

What data is stored on iPhone SIM cards?

Unlike other devices, the data stored on an iPhone SIM card is actually a little different from most SIM cards. iPhone SIM cards don’t store things like your contacts and other user data, unlike other SIM cards that usually also have your contacts and that data stored. That’s because user data is actually stored in your iPhone’s storage or on the iCloud. This makes it even easier to switch SIM cards when you have an iPhone, because all of your data is right there still in your device. Check out what else other SIM cards store via our guide on what is stored on a SIM card. 

Can you buy a new SIM card for the iPhone?

F*! yeah you can (we said fox). If you’re looking to switch to a wireless carrier that, say, offers premium wireless for just $15/mo and has a fun, green fox mascot, part of the process to make the switch involves getting a new SIM card (or eSIM). Being able to buy a new SIM card also makes it so you can bring your own phone if you switch carriers, for an extra side of savings. Of course, to switch SIM cards, you’ll need an unlocked phone, so make sure to read our unlocked phone guide to find out what the f*! that is (we said fox again). Or if you’d rather just get a new phone to go with that new SIM card, like iPhone 14 so you can fully experience eSIM for yourself, take a look at our incredible phone deals.

As mentioned above, because iPhones store important info like your contacts and all of the pictures of your dog on the iCloud or in storage, it makes swapping SIM cards even easier because all that data will still be on your phone. For more information on what happens during this process, check out our guide on what happens after you switch SIM cards.

What size SIM does iPhone XS Max use?

You can use a nano-SIM card from a network provider.

Can you put a SIM card in an iPhone XS Max?

Locate the SIM tray The SIM tray is located on the right side of the device. To insert a SIM card, insert a SIM tool into the small hole to eject the SIM tray.

Can iPhone XS Max use 2 SIM card?

Apple iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max will support dual-SIM functionality, where the second slot will have eSIM option. To use two different carriers on iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max; users need to keep in mind that their phone must be unlocked.

Can I use my iPhone XS SIM card in iPhone 13 Pro Max?

Yes, iPhone 13 Pro Max can use a physical SIM and/or an eSIM. Yes, you can use your SIM card from your iPhone XS Max and insert it in your iPhone 13 Pro Max. Your cellular service will then be transferred from your iPhone XS Max to your iPhone 13 Pro Max.