How to Root Poco X3 Pro Using Magisk

Rooting your Poco X3 Pro can give you more control over your phone, allowing you to make changes that you normally wouldn’t be able to. Want to remove unnecessary apps or change the way your phone looks and works? Rooting lets you do that. But, before you start, keep in mind that this process can void your warranty and, if not done correctly, could even damage your phone. This guide will take you through the whole process step by step, making it easy and safe to follow.

Prerequisites

• Poco X3 Pro running MIUI or custom ROMs like ArrowOS
• Unlocked bootloader (don’t worry, we’ll show you how)
• Magisk Manager installed (link provided below)
• TWRP recovery installed (explained in detail)
• A PC with ADB and Fastboot installed
• USB drivers for Poco X3 Pro installed on your PC
• Fully charged phone
• USB cable

Compatibility:
This guide works for all versions of Poco X3 Pro running MIUI or custom ROMs like ArrowOS. It’s suitable for most setups.

Root Poco X3 Pro with Magisk

Using Magisk is one of the most reliable ways to root your phone. It’s easy to manage, and you can still get system updates. Let’s walk through each step.

Unlock the Bootloader

Before we can start the actual rooting, you’ll need to unlock the bootloader. Think of it as removing the lock on your phone that prevents you from making big changes. Here’s how to do it:

1. Create a Mi Account: If you don’t have one yet, head to Mi Account and set it up.
2. Enable Developer Options: Go to Settings > About phone > MIUI version and tap the MIUI version seven times. You’ll see a message that says “You are now a developer.”
3. Enable OEM Unlocking: Go to Settings > Additional Settings > Developer Options, and turn on both OEM unlocking and USB debugging.
4. Link your Mi Account: Open Mi Unlock Status in Developer Options, and sign in with your Mi account.
5. Download Mi Unlock Tool: Download the Mi Unlock Tool here and install it on your PC.
6. Connect your phone to the PC: Boot your phone into Fastboot Mode by turning it off and then pressing Volume Down + Power together.
7. Unlock the bootloader: Open the Mi Unlock Tool on your PC, log in, and hit Unlock. Xiaomi may take a couple of days to approve the request, so be patient.

Install TWRP Recovery

TWRP is a special recovery tool that will allow you to install Magisk or any other custom software. Let’s get it on your phone.

1. Download the TWRP image for Poco X3 Pro from here. Make sure it’s the latest version for the Poco X3 Pro (codename: Vayu).
2. Boot into Fastboot Mode: Turn off the phone, then press Volume Down + Power to get to Fastboot Mode.
3. Open Command Prompt: On your PC, open Command Prompt (or Terminal) and navigate to your ADB and Fastboot folder.
4. Flash TWRP: Type the following command:

   fastboot flash recovery twrp.img

5. Boot into TWRP: After flashing, hold Volume Up + Power to enter TWRP recovery mode.

Download and Flash Magisk

Magisk will give you root access without messing with your system files, keeping things smooth and safe.

1. Download the latest Magisk zip file from this link.
2. Transfer the Magisk zip to your phone by connecting it to your PC and moving the file to your phone’s storage.
3. Boot into TWRP: If you’re not already there, press Volume Up + Power to boot into TWRP.
4. Flash Magisk: In TWRP, tap Install, find the Magisk zip file, and swipe to flash.
5. Reboot: Once Magisk is flashed, reboot your phone.

Verify Root Access

It’s important to check if everything worked correctly and if you have root access.

1. Install Magisk Manager: If you don’t have it yet, download Magisk Manager here.
2. Open Magisk Manager: Launch the app and see if it shows root access.
3. Double-check with Root Checker: Download Root Checker from the Play Store to verify root access.

Root Poco X3 Pro using Custom ROM

If you prefer a cleaner, faster system, installing a custom ROM like ArrowOS can be a great choice. After setting up the ROM, we’ll root it using Magisk.

Install ArrowOS Custom ROM

ArrowOS is known for being simple and reliable, which is why many people prefer it over MIUI. Here’s how to install it on your Poco X3 Pro.

1. Download ArrowOS for Poco X3 Pro from here. Make sure you get the one labeled Poco X3 Pro (Vayu).
2. Transfer the ROM to your phone: Connect your phone to your PC and move the ArrowOS zip file to your internal storage.
3. Boot into TWRP: Power off your device, then press Volume Up + Power to enter TWRP recovery.
4. Wipe system partitions: In TWRP, go to Wipe > Advanced Wipe, and select Dalvik/ART Cache, System, Data, and Cache. Swipe to confirm.
5. Flash ArrowOS: Now, tap Install, find the ArrowOS zip, and swipe to flash.
6. Reboot: Once the installation is done, reboot your phone.

Flash Magisk for Root Access

Once you have ArrowOS installed, you can root your Poco X3 Pro with Magisk.

1. Download the latest Magisk zip file.
2. Boot into TWRP: If needed, reboot into TWRP by holding Volume Up + Power.
3. Flash Magisk: In TWRP, tap Install, locate the Magisk zip file, and swipe to flash.
4. Reboot: After flashing, reboot your phone to finish.

Verify Root Access

Finally, let’s make sure that your phone is rooted.

1. Install Magisk Manager
2. Open the app: Magisk Manager will confirm if root is active. You can also use Root Checker to verify root access.

And there you have it! Your Poco X3 Pro is now rooted, giving you more control over how your phone operates. If you run into any issues or questions, just remember—it’s all part of the process, and now you’re well on your way to getting the most out of your device!