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BLU C5 Plus root support — Magisk root and bootloader unlock
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BLU C5 Plus

Released: 2019, OctoberAvailable. Released 2019, October

ROOT AVAILABLE

This device is fully compatible with our remote root service. Includes Bootloader Unlock, Magisk, and custom setup.

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General

Brand
BLU
Model
BLU C5 Plus
Released
2019, October
Status
Available. Released 2019, October
Price
About 50 EUR
OS
Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition)
Dimensions
151 x 72.3 x 10 mm (5.94 x 2.85 x 0.39 in)
Weight
158 g (5.57 oz)
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Display

Type
IPS LCD
Size
5.5 inches, 77.4 cm, 2, (~70.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
720 x 1440 pixels (~292 ppi density)

Performance

CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Mali-400
Internal
16GB 1GB RAM
Card slot
microSDXC

Camera

Single
8 MP
Features
LED flash
Video
720p@30fps

Network

Technology
GSM / HSPA
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
Speed
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps

Connectivity

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.1, A2DP
Positioning
GPS
NFC
No
Radio
FM radio
USB
microUSB 2.0
3.5mm jack
Yes

Sensors

Sensors
Accelerometer

Other

Colors
Gradient Blue, Black, Red
Announced
2019, October
Loudspeaker
Yes

BLU C5 Plus Overview

The BLU C5 Plus is an Android device from Blu, released in 2019. It combines a 5.5-inch display, running Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition). This page tracks its full specifications, root status, and the bootloader and recovery notes that apply to it.

Root the BLU C5 Plus

The BLU C5 Plus is a 2019 Android device from Blu. Shipped software: Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition). For this model the realistic path is: a standard fastboot bootloader unlock, 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 Blu

Unlock procedure follows the generic Android flow: enable OEM Unlocking in Developer Options, then unlock via fastboot. Exact availability depends on the model and region — confirm before flashing.

Platform notes

Flashing procedure depends on the chipset platform; confirm the exact SoC and matching firmware package for this model before starting.

Before you start

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

FAQ

Can I root the BLU C5 Plus?

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 Blu procedure.

Does the BLU C5 Plus 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 BLU C5 Plus void my warranty?

Blu will generally treat a rooted BLU C5 Plus 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 BLU C5 Plus run?

It runs Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition). The specifications table on this page lists the full software details.

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