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TCL 20 Pro 5G root support — Magisk root and bootloader unlock
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TCL 20 Pro 5G

Released: 2021, April 14Available. Released 2021, April 14

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
TCL
Model
TCL 20 Pro 5G
Released
2021, April 14
Status
Available. Released 2021, April 14
Price
About 440 EUR
OS
Android 11, TCL UI
Dimensions
164.2 x 73 x 8.8 mm (6.46 x 2.87 x 0.35 in)
Weight
190 g (6.70 oz)
Build
Glass front, glass back
SIM
Nano-SIM, Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Display

Type
AMOLED, HDR10, 420 nits (typ)
Size
6.67 inches, 107.4 cm, 2, (~89.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)

Performance

Chipset
Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G (8 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 570 & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 570)
GPU
Adreno 619
Internal
256GB 6GB RAM
Card slot
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Single
32 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 0.8µm
Quad
48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS, 16 MP, f/2.4, 16mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.12µm, 2 MP, f/2.2, (macro)/ 5 MP (USA only), 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Features
HDR
Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, HDR

Battery

Charging
18W wired, 15W wireless

Network

Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - International
4G bands
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41 - International
5G bands
1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps, 5G 2.7 Gbps DL, 625 Mbps UL

Connectivity

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.1, A2DP, LE
Positioning
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
NFC
Yes
Radio
No
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
3.5mm jack
Yes

Sensors

Sensors
Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Other

Colors
Moondust Gray, Marine Blue
Models
T810H
Announced
2021, April 14
Loudspeaker
Yes

TCL 20 Pro 5G Overview

The TCL 20 Pro 5G is an Android device from Tcl, released in 2021. It combines the Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G (8 nm) and a 6.67-inch display, running Android 11. This page tracks its full specifications, root status, and the bootloader and recovery notes that apply to it.

Root the TCL 20 Pro 5G

The TCL 20 Pro 5G is a 2021 Android device from Tcl. It runs the Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G (8 nm), a Qualcomm platform with strong community tooling and EDL-mode recovery as a safety net. Shipped software: Android 11, TCL 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 Tcl

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 TCL 20 Pro 5G?

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 Tcl procedure.

Does the TCL 20 Pro 5G 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 TCL 20 Pro 5G void my warranty?

Tcl will generally treat a rooted TCL 20 Pro 5G 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 TCL 20 Pro 5G run?

It runs Android 11, TCL UI. The specifications table on this page lists the full software details.