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Lenovo Tab M10 Plus (3rd Gen) Overview
The Lenovo Tab M10 Plus (3rd Gen) is an Android device from Lenovo, released in 2022. It combines the Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm) - LTE model, Mediatek MT6769V/CU Helio G80 (12 nm) - Wi-Fi only model and a 10.61-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 Lenovo Tab M10 Plus (3rd Gen)
The Lenovo Tab M10 Plus (3rd Gen) is a 2022 Android device from Lenovo. It runs the Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm) - LTE model, Mediatek MT6769V/CU Helio G80 (12 nm) - Wi-Fi only model, 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 Lenovo
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 Lenovo Tab M10 Plus (3rd Gen)?
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 Lenovo procedure.
Does the Lenovo Tab M10 Plus (3rd Gen) 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 Lenovo Tab M10 Plus (3rd Gen) void my warranty?
Lenovo will generally treat a rooted Lenovo Tab M10 Plus (3rd Gen) 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 Lenovo Tab M10 Plus (3rd Gen) run?
It runs Android 12. The specifications table on this page lists the full software details.