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BQ Aquaris X
BQ Aquaris

BQ Aquaris X

Released: 2017, April. Released 2017, JunePrice: About 290 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 7.1.1 (Nougat)
CPUOcta-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Size5.2 inches, 74.5 cm, 2, (~70.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandBQ Aquaris
ModelBQ Aquaris X
PriceAbout 290 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA, LTE
Video1080p@60fps
ColorsMineral Black, Pearl Rose
ModelsAquaris X
Single8 MP, f/2.0
StatusDiscontinued
Weight153 g (5.40 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8953-Pro Snapdragon 626 (14 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 7, 20
Charging18W wired, QC3
FeaturesLED flash
Internal32GB 3GB RAM
Released2017, April. Released 2017, June
Announced2017, April. Released 2017, June
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions146.5 x 72.7 x 7.9 mm (5.77 x 2.86 x 0.31 in)
ProtectionDinorex glass
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO

BQ Aquaris X Overview

About BQ Aquaris X BQ Aquaris X is a discontinued device from BQ Aquaris's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2017. BQ Aquaris X has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 3GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8953-Pro Snapdragon 626 (14 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

BQ Aquaris X 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 BQ Aquaris X?

The BQ Aquaris X 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 BQ Aquaris X support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many BQ Aquaris 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 BQ Aquaris X void warranty?

Yes, rooting the BQ Aquaris X will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does BQ Aquaris X run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your BQ Aquaris X.