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Maxwest Astro 5
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Maxwest Astro 5

Released: 2014, November. Released 2014, DecemberStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400MP2
NFCNo
SIMDual SIM (dual stand-by)
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm, 2, (~65.7% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
BrandMaxwest
ModelMaxwest Astro 5
RadioStereo FM radio
SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsWhite, Black, Blue, Rose Red
Single1.3 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight154 g (5.43 oz)
ChipsetMediatek MT6582M (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100
FeaturesLED flash
Internal4GB 512MB RAM
Released2014, November. Released 2014, December
Stand-byUp to 170 h (3G)
Announced2014, November. Released 2014, December
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDHC
Talk timeUp to 12 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions142.8 x 73.4 x 9.3 mm (5.62 x 2.89 x 0.37 in)
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~196 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS

Maxwest Astro 5 Overview

About Maxwest Astro 5 Maxwest Astro 5 is a discontinued device from Maxwest's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. Maxwest Astro 5 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 4GB 512MB RAM with Mediatek MT6582M (28 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

Maxwest Astro 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 Maxwest Astro 5?

The Maxwest Astro 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 Maxwest Astro 5 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Maxwest 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 Maxwest Astro 5 void warranty?

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

What Android version does Maxwest Astro 5 run?

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