How to Root Poco X5, X5 Pro and X5 5G

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Rooting your Poco X5 can open up new capabilities and allow for extensive changes to your phone. Ever wondered what your Poco X5 could really do with root access? This guide provides a detailed, step-by-step approach to rooting your Poco X5. Compatibility for this guide includes Poco X5, Poco X5 Pro, and Poco X5 5G.

Table of Contents

Prerequisites

Before you start the rooting process, make sure you have the following:

  • Poco X5, Poco X5 Pro, or Poco X5 5G.
  • Unlocked bootloader: If your bootloader is locked, you need to unlock it. Check the official Poco website for instructions, or see this video:

  • USB drivers installed: Ensure that the necessary USB drivers for Poco X5 are installed on your computer.
  • Backup your data: Rooting will erase all data on your device. Ensure you have backed up all important data.

Downloads:

Rooting Poco X5 with Magisk

This method uses Magisk, a popular tool for rooting Android devices. Ready to get started?

Download Magisk

Before starting, you need to download the latest Magisk zip file. You can download it here.

Boot into Recovery Mode

To install Magisk, you need to boot your Poco X5 into recovery mode. Here’s how:

  • Turn off your device: Press and hold the power button, then select “Power off”.
  • Boot into recovery: Press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons simultaneously until the Poco logo appears. Release the buttons once you see the recovery menu.

Install Magisk via TWRP

Once you’re in recovery mode, you can install Magisk:

  • Navigate to Install: In TWRP, tap on “Install”.
  • Select the Magisk zip file: Locate and select the Magisk zip file you downloaded earlier.
  • Swipe to confirm flash: Swipe the slider to start the installation process. This may take a few minutes.
  • Reboot your device: Once the installation is complete, tap on “Reboot System”.

Installing TWRP and Rooting Poco X5

Thinking of taking a different route? This method involves installing TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project) and then rooting your device. Here’s how:

Download TWRP

Download the TWRP image file for Poco X5 from here.

Boot into Fastboot Mode

To flash TWRP, you need to boot your Poco X5 into Fastboot mode:

  • Turn off your device: Press and hold the power button, then select “Power off”.
  • Boot into Fastboot: Press and hold the Volume Down and Power buttons simultaneously until the Fastboot logo appears.

Flash TWRP

Using your computer, follow these steps to flash TWRP:

  • Connect your device to the computer: Use a USB cable to connect your Poco X5 to your computer.
  • Open command prompt: Navigate to the folder where you have ADB and Fastboot installed. Open a command prompt in this folder.
  • Execute the flash command: Enter the following command to flash TWRP: 
    fastboot flash recovery twrp.img

    Replace “twrp.img” with the actual filename of the TWRP image.

Boot into TWRP and Root

Once TWRP is installed, you can root your device:

  • Reboot into recovery: Use the command: 
    fastboot boot twrp.img
  • Install Magisk: Follow the same steps as in Method 1 to install Magisk via TWRP.

Unrooting Poco X5

Sometimes, you might want to go back to the stock settings. Here’s how you can unroot your Poco X5:

  • Open Magisk Manager: Launch the Magisk Manager app on your device.
  • Uninstall Magisk: Tap on “Uninstall” and confirm the uninstallation process.
  • Reboot your device: Once the process is complete, reboot your device.

By following these methods, you can successfully root your Poco X5 and enjoy the benefits of a rooted device. Remember to follow each step carefully and ensure you have all the necessary files and backups before starting.

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