Check Phone Compatibility

Supported Bands

  • Ensure your phone is compatible with the following 4G/5G bands:
    • 4G Bands
      • China Mobile: Band 38, 39, 40, 41
      • China Unicom: Band 1, 3
      • China Telecom: Band 1, 3, 5
    • 5G Bands (Sub-6 GHz)
      • N1, N3, N41, N78, N79

How to Check Supported Bands

  • 📖 Phone Specifications Manual: Check the packaging, official website, or settings for supported band information.
  • 🌐 Online Tools:
    • WillMyPhoneWork: Enter your phone brand, model, carrier, and target country (select "China") to check supported bands.
  • GSMArena: Search for your phone model and check the "Network" section for supported bands.

  • 📱 手机设置：

    • 安卓：进入“设置 > 关于手机 > 网络/频段支持”。
    • 苹果（iPhone）：在苹果官网查找型号（如iPhone 13），查看技术规格页面。

  • 支持GSM/WCDMA/CDMA网络模式。

  • 现代智能手机（如iPhone、三星、华为等）一般兼容。

What If Your Phone Is Not Compatible?

Online Purchase of Domestic Phones

  • 🛒 Recommended Platforms:
    • JD Worldwide: Supports global shipping and multilingual interfaces, offering phones with Chinese and other language settings.
    • Amazon Global: Offers some Huawei, Xiaomi, and other brand phones.
    • Tmall Global: Supports direct shipping, phones are pre-configured for Chinese networks.
  • ⏱️ Logistics Time: Usually takes 7-14 days for delivery, so order in advance.

Custom

Purchase After Arrival

  • 🏬 Offline Purchase
    • Electronics Retailers: Gome, Suning are national chain electronics stores with guaranteed product quality. Stores can be found in major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, and Wuhan.
    • Phone Brand Stores: Huawei, Xiaomi, OPPO, vivo brand stores are widespread in major cities, offering official after-sales support. You can try out models and get multilingual setup guidance.
    • Large Malls and Airports: Some airport duty-free shops and downtown malls also sell phones, but prices may be slightly higher.

Custom

  • 💻 Online Purchase
    • After arriving in China, use hotel or airport WiFi to log into JD or Tmall and order a phone.
    • Most e-commerce platforms support same-day or next-day delivery, which is fast and convenient.

Recommended Phone Brands and Models

  • 💡 Practical Choices (1000-2000 RMB)
    • Redmi Note 13 (Xiaomi): Large battery, strong performance, high cost-effectiveness.
    • vivo Y series: Stylish appearance, good camera performance, suitable for light use.
  • 📈 Mid-High-End Choices (2000-4000 RMB)
    • Huawei Nova series: Full network support, 5G capable, suitable for moderate use.
    • OPPO series: Excellent photography, multilingual settings, simple design.
    • Xiaomi 13 Lite: Slim and stylish, balanced performance.
  • 🏆 High-End Choices (4000 RMB and above)
    • Huawei Mate series: Flagship performance, supports global network bands.
    • Xiaomi 13 Pro: High configuration, suitable for heavy users.

Notes

  • 🌐 Language Settings: All domestic phones support multilingual settings, including English, Spanish, etc. You can ask staff to help adjust settings at purchase.
  • 🔧 After-Sales Service: Phones purchased from official stores and e-commerce platforms offer nationwide warranty and after-sales service. Confirm warranty policies at purchase.
  • 💳 Payment Methods: Supports cash, bank cards (Visa, Mastercard), Alipay, or WeChat Pay (can be linked to international cards).