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Sonim XP Pro root support — Magisk root and bootloader unlock
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Sonim XP Pro

Released: 2024, November 21Available. Released 2024, November 21

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
Sonim
Model
Sonim XP Pro
Released
2024, November 21
Status
Available. Released 2024, November 21
Price
About 530 EUR
OS
Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades
Dimensions
171 x 80 x 12 mm (6.73 x 3.15 x 0.47 in)
Weight
277 g (9.77 oz)
SIM
Nano-SIM +, eSIM

Display

Type
IPS LCD, 90Hz
Size
6.58 inches, 104.3 cm, 2, (~76.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2

Performance

Chipset
Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (1x2.63 GHz Cortex-A715 & 3x2.4 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU
Adreno 720
Internal
256GB 8GB RAM
Card slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Single
16 MP, (wide)
Triple
50 MP, (wide), PDAF, 13 MP, (ultrawide), 2 MP, (macro)
Features
LED flash
Video
1080p@30fps

Battery

Charging
Wireless charging

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, 14, 18, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 46, 48, 66, 71
5G bands
1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 257, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave
Speed
HSPA, LTE, 5G

Connectivity

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
Positioning
GPS (L1+L5), GALILEO
NFC
Yes
Radio
Unspecified
USB
USB Type-C, magnetic connector pins
3.5mm jack
No

Sensors

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

Other

Colors
Black
Announced
2024, November 21
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers (100dB+)

Sonim XP Pro Overview

The Sonim XP Pro is an Android device from Sonim, released in 2024. It combines the Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm) and a 6.58-inch display, running Android 14. This page tracks its full specifications, root status, and the bootloader and recovery notes that apply to it.

Root the Sonim XP Pro

The Sonim XP Pro is a 2024 Android device from Sonim. It runs the Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm), a Qualcomm platform with strong community tooling and EDL-mode recovery as a safety net. Shipped software: Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades. For this model the realistic path is: a standard fastboot bootloader unlock, followed by Magisk via patched init_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 init_boot image (fastboot) — KernelSU also viable (GKI kernel)

Bootloader unlock on Sonim

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.
  • As a device launched on Android 14, the Magisk target is typically init_boot.img, not boot.img — patching the wrong image is the top bootloop cause on newer models.

FAQ

Can I root the Sonim XP Pro?

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

Does the Sonim XP Pro 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 init_boot image via fastboot.

Will root the Sonim XP Pro void my warranty?

Sonim will generally treat a rooted Sonim XP Pro 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 Sonim XP Pro run?

It runs Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades. The specifications table on this page lists the full software details.