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HP Elite x3
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HP Elite x3

Released: 2016, February. Released 2016, AugustPrice: About 700 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSMicrosoft Windows 10
CPUQuad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 530
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM, Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 3.0, magnetic connector
Size5.96 inches, 97.5 cm, 2, (~72.2% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeAMOLED, 350 nits (typ)
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
BrandHP
ModelHP Elite x3
PriceAbout 700 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsGold, Graphite/Chrome
Single8 MP, f/2.2, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
StatusDiscontinued
Weight195 g (6.88 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
SensorsIris scanner, fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 19, 20, 26, 28, 29, 38, 39, 40, 41 - EMEA
Charging10W wired, Wireless (Qi)
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal64GB 4GB RAM
Released2016, February. Released 2016, August
Announced2016, February. Released 2016, August
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions161.8 x 83.5 x 7.8 mm (6.37 x 3.29 x 0.31 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Resolution1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~494 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

HP Elite x3 Overview

About HP Elite x3 HP Elite x3 is a discontinued device from HP's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2016. HP Elite x3 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 64GB 4GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (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

HP Elite x3 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 HP Elite x3?

The HP Elite x3 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 HP Elite x3 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many HP 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 HP Elite x3 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the HP Elite x3 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does HP Elite x3 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your HP Elite x3.