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Asus Zenfone 5z ZS620KL root support — Magisk root and bootloader unlock
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Asus Zenfone 5z ZS620KL

Released: 2018, FebruaryAvailable. Released 2018, June

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General

Brand
Asus
Model
Asus Zenfone 5z ZS620KL
Released
2018, February
Status
Available. Released 2018, June
Price
About 500 EUR
OS
Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10
Dimensions
153 x 75.7 x 7.9 mm (6.02 x 2.98 x 0.31 in)
Weight
165 g (5.82 oz)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum back, aluminum frame
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Display

Type
IPS LCD
Size
6.2 inches, 96.9 cm, 2, (~83.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1080 x 2246 pixels, 18.7:9 ratio (~402 ppi density)
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)

Performance

Chipset
Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.7 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPU
Adreno 630
Internal
64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Card slot
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Single
8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Dual
12 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, PDAF, 4-axis OIS, 8 MP, f/2.0, 12mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm, no AF
Features
HDR
Video
1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS)

Battery

Charging
18W wired

Network

Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 - B version, C version
4G bands
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - B version, C version
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps

Connectivity

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
v5.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC
Yes
Radio
FM radio
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
3.5mm jack
Yes

Sensors

Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Other

Colors
Midnight Blue, Meteor Silver
Models
Z01RD
Announced
2018, February
Loudspeaker
Yes, with dual speakers
Performance
AnTuTu: 266590 (v7), GeekBench: 9030 (v4.4), GFXBench: 33fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Asus Zenfone 5z ZS620KL Overview

The Asus Zenfone 5z ZS620KL is an Android device from ASUS, released in 2018. It combines the Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm) and a 6.2-inch display, running Android 8.0 (Oreo). This page tracks its full specifications, root status, and the bootloader and recovery notes that apply to it.

Root the Asus Zenfone 5z ZS620KL

The Asus Zenfone 5z ZS620KL is a 2018 Android device from ASUS. It runs the Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm), a Qualcomm platform with strong community tooling and EDL-mode recovery as a safety net. Shipped software: Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10. For this model the realistic path is: the brand-specific unlock described below, followed by Magisk via patched boot image (fastboot). Typical hands-on time is 1–3 hours.

Difficulty

Moderate — brand-specific steps involved

Typical time

1–3 hours

Method

Magisk via patched boot image (fastboot)

Bootloader unlock on ASUS

ASUS has alternated between offering and suspending its official unlock tool across generations; ROG and Zenfone unlock availability depends on model and firmware era.

Platform notes

Qualcomm Snapdragon platforms are the best-supported in the root community: fastboot works as documented, and even a failed flash can usually be recovered through EDL (9008) emergency mode.

Before you start

  • Bootloader unlocking factory-resets the device on almost all models — back up everything first.

FAQ

Can I root the Asus Zenfone 5z ZS620KL?

Yes. After enabling OEM Unlocking and unlocking the bootloader, root is Magisk via patched boot image (fastboot). The unlock notes on this page describe the exact ASUS procedure.

Does the Asus Zenfone 5z ZS620KL support custom recovery (TWRP)?

That depends on community support for this exact model — verify a build exists for its codename before flashing anything. TWRP is not required for root: Magisk installs by flashing a patched boot image via fastboot.

Will root the Asus Zenfone 5z ZS620KL void my warranty?

ASUS will generally treat a rooted Asus Zenfone 5z ZS620KL as outside warranty while it is modified. Restoring full stock firmware before a service visit usually restores normal treatment in practice, and consumer law in some regions (such as the EU) may still cover defects unrelated to root.

What Android version does the Asus Zenfone 5z ZS620KL run?

It runs Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10. The specifications table on this page lists the full software details.

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