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PAX A920 MAX Smart Mobile Card Terminal

Get max performance from the PAX A920 MAX smart mobile payment terminal. This Android SmartPOS is built for speed, featuring a large HD+ touchscreen, built-in receipt printing, and flexible 4G/5G connectivity.
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Portable credit card reader for easy payment processing - Host Merchant Services.

PAX A920 MAX Smart Mobile Card Terminal

Get max performance from the PAX A920 MAX smart mobile payment terminal. This Android SmartPOS is built for speed, featuring a large HD+ touchscreen, built-in receipt printing, and flexible 4G/5G connectivity.

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A Mobile Terminal That Feels Like a Mini POS

The PAX A920 MAX is a handheld SmartPOS designed for businesses that want more than a basic card reader. It combines tap, chip & PIN, and swipe acceptance with a 6″ (4G) or 6.5″ (5G) capacitive touchscreen, fast on-device receipt printing, and cameras/scanning options that can support QR-based workflows.

It’s a strong fit for restaurants (pay-at-the-table), retail line-busting, delivery, service professionals, events, and any business that wants to move checkout to the customer instead of the other way around.

Benefits of the PAX A920 MAX

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  • Turn Any Spot Into a Checkout Lane Process payments from the counter, the table, the sidewalk, or the job site with 4G or 5G models, plus Wi-Fi and Bluetooth to match how you work.
  • More Screen, Less Friction The larger display makes it easier to review totals, add tips (when enabled in your payment app), and guide customers through checkout. The 5G version includes a gravity sensor that can auto-adjust orientation for comfortable viewing.
  • Built for “Scan-First” Workflows Use the rear camera (up to 13MP, autofocus) to support QR-driven experiences, and add the optional top-side professional barcode scanner if your workflow depends on fast, repeatable scanning.
  • Strong, Modern Security Posture The A920 MAX is built to meet PCI PTS 6.x SRED requirements and supports major EMV and contactless standards (e.g., EMV L1/L2, EMV Contactless L1, Visa payWave, Mastercard Contactless).
  • A Smarter Foundation for Business Apps It runs PayDroid (Android-based) with multiple OS options (Android 10/11/13 depending on model) and configurable memory, making it easier to support modern payment apps and value-added tools through PAX’s app ecosystem (MAXSTORE/PAXSTORE varies by region/provider).
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PAX A920 MAX Device Specifications and Capabilities

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PAX A920 MAX Device Specifications and Capabilities

  • The device runs on PayDroid powered by Android, with 4G models available on Android 10 or 11 and 5G models running Android 13.
  • Powered by a Cortex-A53 quad-core processor at 1.3GHz with a dedicated secure processor.
  • Memory configurations vary by model, starting at 1GB RAM with 8GB flash storage and scaling up to 4GB RAM with 64GB flash on higher-end configurations.
  • Storage can be expanded via a microSD card up to 128GB.
  • It supports Chip & PIN, contactless, and magnetic stripe payments.
  • Display size depends on the model, with a 6-inch IPS HD+ capacitive touchscreen on 4G versions and a larger 6.5-inch IPS HD+ capacitive touchscreen on 5G versions, which also include a gravity sensor.
  • Camera options include a rear camera with resolutions up to 13MP autofocus, optional front camera support on certain 5G models, and an optional top-side professional barcode scanner.
  • Connectivity varies by configuration, with 5G models supporting 5G cellular, Wi-Fi across 2.4GHz and 6GHz bands, and Bluetooth 5.4, while 4G models support 4G cellular, Wi-Fi at 2.4GHz and 5GHz, and Bluetooth 5.0.
  • Certain configurations also support eSIM.
  • The device includes an integrated thermal printer rated at 80 mm per second and uses paper rolls with a 40 mm outer diameter.
  • Navigation and location services are supported through AGPS, GPS, GLONASS, BEIDOU, and Galileo.
  • Physical connections include a USB-C port with OTG support and a 6-pin pogo interface.
  • The unit measures 186.3 × 80 × 54.9 mm and weighs approximately 413 grams, including the battery.
  • Power is supplied by a 2500mAh battery rated at 6.4V (16Wh), designed to deliver energy output comparable to a 5000mAh battery at 3.2V, using lithium iron phosphate battery technology.
  • The device is designed to operate in temperatures from 0°C to 45°C and can be stored between -20°C and 70°C.
  • It meets current PCI PTS 6.x security requirements with SRED support and complies with EMV and contactless payment standards.
  • Optional accessories include charging-only bases, charging and multi-function bases, and charging bases with wireless communication support.
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How Payments Typically Work on the A920 MAX

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  • Open your payment app and choose Sale (or start an order).
  • Enter the amount (or confirm the order total).
  • Customer pays by tap, insert (chip & PIN), or swipe.
  • If enabled, the app may prompt for tip/signature and receipt choice.
  • Print the receipt on-device (or send digital receipts if your app supports it).
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Docking Options for Counter + Mobile Work

If you want a “grab-and-go” mobile terminal that still lives neatly on the counter between rushes, pair the A920 MAX with an optional base for charging and communications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Does the PAX A920 MAX accept tap-to-pay and chip cards?

Yes. The A920 MAX supports contactless (tap), EMV chip & PIN, and magstripe swipe transactions.

What’s the difference between the 4G and 5G versions?

Key differences include screen size (6" on 4G vs 6.5" on 5G), connectivity bands/Bluetooth version, and the gravity sensor listed for the 5G display configuration.

Can it scan QR codes or barcodes?

It supports camera-based scanning workflows (PAX highlights QR payments/coupons/product images), and there’s an optional top-side professional barcode scanner for faster barcode capture.

Does it print receipts?

Yes, there’s an integrated thermal printer (datasheet lists 80mm/sec print speed).

Is the A920 MAX secure and compliant?

Yes, it’s PCI PTS 6.x SRED and major EMV/contactless certified.

Can I run business apps on it?

The A920 MAX is an Android-based SmartPOS (PayDroid), and PAX promotes an app ecosystem (MAXSTORE/PAXSTORE depending on region/provider) for deploying and managing apps.