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Meizu PRO 5
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Meizu PRO 5

Released: 2015, September. Released 2015, OctoberPrice: About 390 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop), Flyme 5
CPUOcta-core (4x2.1 GHz Cortex-A57 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T760MP8
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C
Size5.7 inches, 89.6 cm, 2, (~73.3% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeAMOLED
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandMeizu
ModelMeizu PRO 5
PriceAbout 390 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsGray, Gold, Silver, Black/Silver
Single5 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide)
StatusDiscontinued
Weight168 g (5.93 oz)
ChipsetExynos 7420 Octa (14 nm)
DisplayContrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.781 (sunlight)
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - M576 model
4G bands1, 3, 7, 38, 39, 40, 41 - M576 model
Charging24W wired, 65% in 30 min
FeaturesLaser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Internal32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Released2015, September. Released 2015, October
Announced2015, September. Released 2015, October
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions156.7 x 78 x 7.5 mm (6.17 x 3.07 x 0.30 in)
Music playUp to 48 h
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~386 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerVoice 67dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 68dB
PerformanceBasemark OS II 2.0: 1837Basemark X: 20038
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio qualityNoise -93.9dB / Crosstalk -95.7dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 95h

Meizu PRO 5 Overview

About Meizu PRO 5 Meizu PRO 5 is a discontinued device from Meizu's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2015. Meizu PRO 5 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM with Exynos 7420 Octa (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

Meizu PRO 5 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 Meizu PRO 5?

The Meizu PRO 5 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 Meizu PRO 5 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Meizu 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 Meizu PRO 5 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Meizu PRO 5 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Meizu PRO 5 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Meizu PRO 5.