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HMD XR21 root support — Magisk root and bootloader unlock
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HMD XR21

Released: 2024, May 14Available. Released 2024, May

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
HMD
Model
HMD XR21
Released
2024, May 14
Status
Available. Released 2024, May
Price
About 600 EUR
OS
Android 12
Dimensions
168 x 78.6 x 10.5 mm (6.61 x 3.09 x 0.41 in)
Weight
231 g (8.15 oz)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), plastic back, plastic frame
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM +, eSIM, (max 2 at a time)

Display

Type
IPS LCD, 120Hz, 450 nits (typ), 550 nits (HBM)
Size
6.49 inches, 101.7 cm, 2, (~77.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~406 ppi density)
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus

Performance

Chipset
Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver)
GPU
Adreno 619
Internal
128GB 6GB RAM
Card slot
No

Camera

Single
16 MP, f/2.4 (wide)
Dual
64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.0", PDAF, 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, second LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video
1080p@30fps

Battery

Charging
33W wired, PD2.0, QC3

Network

Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66, 71
5G bands
1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA
Speed
HSPA, LTE, 5G

Connectivity

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band
Bluetooth
5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX Adaptive
Positioning
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)
NFC
Yes
Radio
Unspecified
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
3.5mm jack
Yes

Sensors

Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Other

Colors
Midnight Black
Announced
2024, May 14
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers

HMD XR21 Overview

The HMD XR21 is an Android device from Hmd, released in 2024. It combines the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) and a 6.49-inch display, running Android 12. This page tracks its full specifications, root status, and the bootloader and recovery notes that apply to it.

Root the HMD XR21

The HMD XR21 is a 2024 Android device from Hmd. It runs the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm), a Qualcomm platform with strong community tooling and EDL-mode recovery as a safety net. Shipped software: Android 12. 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) — KernelSU also viable (GKI kernel)

Bootloader unlock on Hmd

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

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 HMD XR21?

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 Hmd procedure.

Does the HMD XR21 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 HMD XR21 void my warranty?

Hmd will generally treat a rooted HMD XR21 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 HMD XR21 run?

It runs Android 12. The specifications table on this page lists the full software details.