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Meizu X8 root support — Magisk root and bootloader unlock
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Meizu X8

Released: 2018, SeptemberAvailable. Released 2018, October

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General

Brand
Meizu
Model
Meizu X8
Released
2018, September
Status
Available. Released 2018, October
Price
About 200 EUR
OS
Android 8.0 (Oreo), Flyme UI
Dimensions
151.2 x 74.6 x 7.8 mm (5.95 x 2.94 x 0.31 in)
Weight
160 g (5.64 oz)
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Display

Type
IPS LCD
Size
6.2 inches, 97.6 cm, 2, (~86.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1080 x 2220 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~398 ppi density)

Performance

Chipset
Qualcomm SDM710 Snapdragon 710 (10 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz 360 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 360 Silver)
GPU
Adreno 616
Internal
64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Card slot
No

Camera

Single
20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/2.8", 1.0µm
Dual
12 MP, f/1.9, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, 5 MP
Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama
Video
N/A

Network

Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 - China
4G bands
1, 3, 5, 8, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - China
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat15 800/150 Mbps

Connectivity

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
NFC
No
Radio
No
USB
USB Type-C 2.0
3.5mm jack
Yes

Sensors

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

Other

Colors
Black, Blue, White
Models
X8
Announced
2018, September
Loudspeaker
Yes

Meizu X8 Overview

The Meizu X8 is an Android device from Meizu, released in 2018. It combines the Qualcomm SDM710 Snapdragon 710 (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 Meizu X8

The Meizu X8 is a 2018 Android device from Meizu. It runs the Qualcomm SDM710 Snapdragon 710 (10 nm), a Qualcomm platform with strong community tooling and EDL-mode recovery as a safety net. Shipped software: Android 8.0 (Oreo), Flyme UI. 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 Meizu

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 Meizu X8?

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 Meizu procedure.

Does the Meizu X8 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 Meizu X8 void my warranty?

Meizu will generally treat a rooted Meizu X8 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 Meizu X8 run?

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