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Asus PadFone X
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Asus PadFone X

Released: 2014, March. Released 2014, JulyPrice: About 320 EURStatus: 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 2.3 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
NFCYes
SIMMicro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (SlimPort TV-out), OTG
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm, 2, (~66.3% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper IPS+ LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandAsus
ModelAsus PadFone X
PriceAbout 320 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Video1080p@25fps
ColorsTitanium Black, Platinum White
Single2 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight150 g (5.29 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 800 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands2, 4, 5, 7, 17
FeaturesLED flash
Internal16GB 2GB RAM
Released2014, March. Released 2014, July
Stand-byUp to 456 h (3G)
Announced2014, March. Released 2014, July
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 20 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions143.4 x 72.5 x 10 mm (5.65 x 2.85 x 0.39 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PerformanceBasemark X: 12213
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Battery (old)Endurance rating 80h

Asus PadFone X Overview

About Asus PadFone X Asus PadFone X is a discontinued device from Asus's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. Asus PadFone X has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 2GB RAM with Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 (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

Asus PadFone 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 Asus PadFone X?

The Asus PadFone 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 Asus PadFone X support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many ASUS 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 Asus PadFone X void warranty?

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

What Android version does Asus PadFone X run?

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