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vivo X9
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vivo X9

Released: 2016, November. Released 2016, NovemberPrice: About 460 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 6.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8 (Oreo), Funtouch 3
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
NFCNo
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Dual20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/2.8", 1.0µm, 8 MP
Size5.5 inches, 83.4 cm, 2, (~73.8% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandVivo
Modelvivo X9
PriceAbout 460 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsGold, Rose Gold
Single16 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
StatusDiscontinued
Weight154 g (5.43 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 900 / 1800 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 38, 39, 40, 41
Charging18W wired
FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Internal64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Released2016, November. Released 2016, November
Announced2016, November. Released 2016, November
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
Card slotNo
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions152.6 x 74 x 7 mm (6.01 x 2.91 x 0.28 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS

vivo X9 Overview

About vivo X9 vivo X9 is a discontinued device from Vivo's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2016. vivo X9 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (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

vivo X9 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 X9?

The vivo X9 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 X9 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 X9 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the vivo X9 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does vivo X9 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your vivo X9.