SafeRooting
vivo iQOO 8
vivo

vivo iQOO 8

Released: 2021, August 17Price: About 500 EURStatus: Available. Released 2021, August 24

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 11, OriginOS 1.0
CPUOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55
GPUAdreno 660
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Size6.56 inches, 104.6 cm, 2, (~87.6% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeAMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandVivo
Modelvivo iQOO 8
PriceAbout 500 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsWhite, Orange, Black
ModelsV2136A
Single16 MP, f/2.5, (wide)
StatusAvailable. Released 2021, August 24
Triple50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, 13 MP, f/2.2, 50mm (telephoto), PDAF, 13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide)
Weight200 g (7.05 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28
5G bands1, 5, 8, 3, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA
Charging120W wired
FeaturesHDR
Internal128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
Released2021, August 17
Announced2021, August 17
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Card slotNo
3.5mm jackNo
Dimensions159 x 75.1 x 8.6 mm (6.26 x 2.96 x 0.34 in)
Resolution1080 x 2376 pixels (~398 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
LoudspeakerYes, with dual speakers
PositioningGPS

vivo iQOO 8 Overview

About vivo iQOO 8 vivo iQOO 8 is another flagship from Vivo's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2021. vivo iQOO 8 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM with Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

vivo iQOO 8 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the vivo iQOO 8?

The vivo iQOO 8 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does vivo iQOO 8 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many vivo devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting vivo iQOO 8 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the vivo iQOO 8 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does vivo iQOO 8 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your vivo iQOO 8.