Supported Devices
Hardware requirements and supported devices for Tapaya Accept SDK.
Tapaya Accept SDK transforms standard mobile devices into secure payment terminals. Compatibility varies by operating system and the specific payment method being used.
Android Requirements
To ensure a smooth payment experience and compliance with security standards, the host device must meet the following minimum requirements. Each one is a precondition for the SDK's attestation and monitoring checks: where a requirement is not met, the SDK refuses to start rather than running with reduced assurance.
| Requirement | Why attestation needs it | If not met |
|---|---|---|
| Android 11 or higher | Baseline platform security APIs the integrity checks are built on. | SDK does not initialize. |
| NFC antenna and chipset | Reading contactless cards. | SDK does not initialize. |
| Hardware-backed keystore | Keeps key material isolated from the app process. | SDK does not initialize. |
| Locked bootloader | Confirms the OS image has not been replaced. | SDK does not initialize. |
| Not rooted, no privilege framework | Root defeats every isolation guarantee the payment flow relies on. | SDK does not initialize. |
| Physical device, not an emulator | NFC and device attestation cannot be validated in a virtual environment. | SDK does not initialize. |
| USB debugging off, non-debuggable build | A debugger can read and alter the payment flow at runtime. | SDK does not initialize. |
Device Integrity
These checks are continuous, not a one-time gate at startup. A device that stops meeting a requirement during a session, for example because a debugger attaches, also stops being able to process transactions.
Payment Method Compatibility
| Payment Method | Device Requirement |
|---|---|
| Tap to Pay (Cards) | Requires specific NFC chipset certification (see list below). |
Supported Devices for Tap to Pay
While many modern Android devices work, the following list represents devices that have been explicitly tested and are known to perform reliably with Tapaya Accept SDK. Devices are grouped into dedicated SoftPOS hardware (purpose-built payment terminals) and general-purpose mobile phones.
Google Play Services Not Required
Dedicated SoftPOS terminals from vendors such as Sunmi and iMin are frequently shipped without Google Mobile Services (GMS). Tapaya Accept SDK does not depend on GMS, so these devices work out of the box.
Dedicated SoftPOS Hardware
Sunmi
| Model | Performance Note |
|---|---|
| V3 / V3 Mix | Excellent. Ships on Android 13, EMVCo PCD L1 certified NFC, on-screen SoftPOS. |
| T3 / T3 Pro | Excellent. Ships on Android 13, register-style all-in-one for fixed checkout counters. |
| L3 | Excellent. Ships on Android 14, dual NFC handheld with GMS. |
| D3 Mini | Good. Ships on Android 13, compact countertop terminal with reliable NFC reader. |
| V2s | Fair. Ships on Android 11, older handheld generation, adequate for low volume. |
| P2 SE | Fair. Ships on Android 11 Go, budget all-in-one handheld with built-in printer. |
Legacy Sunmi Models
Older Sunmi handhelds such as the V2 Pro, L2, and T2 Lite/T2s Lite ship locked to Android 7.1-9 with no upgrade path and do not meet the Android 11 minimum. Confirm the OS version of your specific unit before deployment.
iMin
| Model | Performance Note |
|---|---|
| Falcon 2 | Excellent. Ships on Android 13, all-in-one register with built-in thermal printer and NFC. |
| Swan 1 Pro | Excellent. Ships on Android 13, high-throughput all-in-one checkout terminal. |
| Swift 2 Pro | Good. Ships on Android 13, modular accessories, optional NFC module. |
| Swift 1 Pro | Good. Ships on Android 13, compact terminal with built-in 58mm printer. |
| Lark 1 | Good. Ships on Android 13, rugged handheld with GMS and integrated scanner. |
| D1 | Fair. Ships on Android 11 Go, budget all-in-one POS. |
Zebra (Enterprise)
| Model | Performance Note |
|---|---|
| TC53e / TC77 | Excellent. Qualcomm 6490, Wi-Fi 6E, rugged enterprise-grade NFC. |
| TC52x / TC57x | Excellent. Enterprise-grade scanning and payment. |
| TC21 / TC26 | Good. Cost-effective enterprise choice. |
| EC50 / EC55 | Good. Slim form factor, reliable NFC. |
Mobile Phones
Samsung
| Model | Performance Note |
|---|---|
| Galaxy S25 / S25+ / S25 Ultra | Excellent. Latest generation, top performance. |
| Galaxy S24 / S24+ / S24 Ultra | Excellent. Fast, dependable transaction times. |
| Galaxy S23 / S23+ / S23 Ultra | Excellent. Fast transaction times. |
| Galaxy S22 / S22+ / S22 Ultra | Excellent. Reliable NFC performance. |
| Galaxy S21 / S21+ / S21 Ultra | Good. Solid performance for high volume. |
| Galaxy A56 / A36 | Good. Latest mid-range, excellent value. |
| Galaxy A55 / A35 | Good. Latest mid-range, excellent value. |
| Galaxy A53 / A54 | Good. Best value mid-range option. |
| Galaxy A13 / A14 (NFC) | Fair. Slower processing, ensure NFC model is purchased. |
| Galaxy XCover 6 Pro | Excellent. Ruggedized, ideal for field service. |
| Galaxy Tab Active5 | Excellent. Front-tagging NFC, ideal for kiosk and self-service. |
| Galaxy Tab Active3 / Active4 | Good. Reliable tablet option for POS setups. |
Google Pixel
| Model | Performance Note |
|---|---|
| Pixel 10 / 10 Pro / 10 Pro XL | Excellent. Latest generation, superior NFC. |
| Pixel 9 / 9 Pro / 9 Pro XL | Excellent. Superior NFC, fast transaction times. |
| Pixel 9a | Excellent. Mid-range value with flagship-level NFC reliability. |
| Pixel 8 / 8 Pro / 8a | Excellent. Top-tier NFC sensitivity. |
| Pixel 7 / 7 Pro / 7a | Excellent. Top-tier NFC sensitivity. |
| Pixel 6 / 6 Pro / 6a | Good. Reliable, though slightly slower than Pixel 7. |
| Pixel 5 / 5a | Fair. Adequate for low to medium volume. |
Oppo
| Model | Performance Note |
|---|---|
| Find X5 Pro / Find X3 Pro | Excellent. Flagship-tier, fast and reliable NFC response. |
| Find X2 Pro | Good. Strong performance for its generation. |
| Reno 12 Pro / Reno 10 Pro | Good. Popular mid-range, verify the NFC-enabled regional variant. |
| Reno8 / Reno7 / Reno5 | Good. Solid performance, confirm NFC availability for your market. |
| A98 / A60 | Fair. Budget tier, ensure the NFC-enabled SKU is purchased. |
Regional NFC Availability
NFC hardware on Oppo devices varies by model, region, and mobile network carrier. Always confirm the specific unit has NFC enabled before deployment.
Other Manufacturers
| Model | Performance Note |
|---|---|
| Motorola Edge / Edge+ | Good. Reliable performance. |
| Xiaomi 15 Series | Excellent. Latest generation, high performance. |
| Xiaomi 14 Series | Excellent. High performance. |
| Xiaomi 12 / 13 Series | Good. Strong performance, verify ROM compatibility. |
| OnePlus 13 | Excellent. Latest generation, very fast processing. |
| OnePlus 12 | Excellent. Very fast processing. |
| OnePlus 10 / 11 | Good. Fast processing. |
Testing Your Device
Even if a device is not listed here, it may still work if it meets the minimum hardware requirements. We recommend testing on your specific hardware before mass deployment.