Xiaomi Poco X3 The Pro remains one of the most popular smartphones for Android enthusiasts thanks to the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 860 processor and the manufacturer’s open policy towards unlocking the bootloader. Incorrect actions can lead to blocking IMEI or "brick" because of the tightened checks MIUI. In this guide, we will analyze all the stages – from preparation to the final installation of Magisk, taking into account the latest changes in Xiaomi policy and the features of firmware for Poco. X3 Pro (codename vayu).
It is important to understand that the procedure is different from the standard scheme for other devices. For example, on the Poco X3 Pro, you can not use the tool fastboot oem unlock without first linking the Mi Account to the device via the Mi Unlock Tool. In addition, some versions of MIUI 14/15 block the installation of custom recoveries, so you may need to roll back on an older firmware. We will look at all the nuances so that you can get root rights without risking the warranty or functionality of the smartphone.
Preparation of the device: what to do before unlocking
Before you start unlocking the bootloader, you need to follow a few critical steps, and skipping any of them can lead to failures or inability to continue the process.
First, check the MIUI version and build number in Settings → About Phone. For the Poco X3 Pro, Android 11/12 firmware (e.g. MIUI 13.0.8 or 14.0.2) is considered optimal. If you have MIUI 15 or later installed, you may need to downgrade through Fastboot, which we will discuss in a separate section.
Secondly, it is imperative that:
- 🔋 Charge the phone to at least 60% (preferably 80%). Unlocking and firmware can take up to 30-40 minutes, and battery drain in the process will lead to a brick".
- 📱 Turn on Debugging. USB In Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (Tap 7 times, then return to the Additional Settings → For developers).
- 🔓 Allow Unlocking OEM In the same developer settings, if the option is inactive, link your Mi Account to your device.
- 💾 Make a full backup of data via Mi Cloud or adb backup. Once the bootloader is unlocked, all data will be erased!
Also prepare a PC with:
- 🖥️ Qualcomm’s installed drivers and ADB/Fastboot (You can download from the official website of Xiaomi or through the SDK Platform Tools by Google).
- 📂 The Mi Unlock Tool Archive (at 2026 — v6.5.224.30 or newer).
- 🔗 A stable Internet connection (required for authorization in Mi Account).
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If you previously unlocked a bootloader on another Xiaomi device, use the same Mi Account – this will reduce the wait time for unlock from 7 to 1-2 days.
Unlock the bootloader with the Mi Unlock Tool
This is the most critical stage. Xiaomi has introduced additional checks for the Poco X3 Pro, so the standard scheme may not work.
1 Download and install Mi Unlock Tool on your PC. Run the utility on behalf of the administrator and log in to the same Mi Account that is linked to your phone.
2. Turn off the Poco X3 Pro and press Volume Down + Power to go to Fastboot mode. Connect the phone to the PC via the original cable.
3. In Mi Unlock Tool, click Unlock. If you see an error "Couldn't unlock" or "Device not supported", then:
- 🔄 You have to wait 7 days (168 hours) from the first time you connect your account to your device, and countdown starts after you first successfully connect to the Mi Unlock Tool.
- 📱 You have an unofficial firmware or modified boot.img. Return to stock firmware via Fastboot.
- 🔧 The utility is outdated. Download the latest version from the forum. XDA Developers.
4. Once successfully unlocked, the phone will automatically reset to factory settings. Don't disconnect it from the PC until you fully restart it!
Link Mi Account to device | Enable USB debugging and OEM | Download Mi Unlock Tool latest version | Charge phone ≥60% | Backup data-->
⚠️ Warning: If the phone is stuck on the logo after unlocking POCO longer 10 Just a minute, don't panic. Turn it off with a long clamping. + Volume up, then reboot to Fastboot and stitch the stock boot.img The command is: fastboot flash boot boot.img
Installation of TWRP Recovery: version selection and firmware
For Poco. X3 Pro (vayu) There are several builds TWRP, But not all of them work well with the latest versions. MIUI. We recommend using it. TWRP 3.7.0_12-0 from the developer mauronofrio – it supports data encryption and works correctly with Android 12/13.
Download the image twrp-3.7.0_12-0-vayu.img official repository XDA Or GitHub. Then:
- Restart your phone to Fastboot (Loudness Down + Power).
- Connect to your PC and check the connection with the command: fastboot devices (should display the serial number of the device).
- Please. TWRP Temporary (no entry in recovery): fastboot boot twrp-3.7.0_12-0-vayu.img
- After downloading to TWRP, go to Advanced → Flash Current TWRP to record the recoveries in the recovery section on a permanent basis.
If the phone is loaded back into the stock recave after the reboot, MIUI has overwritten TWRP.
- 🔧 Turn off automatic update of the recovery in the settings TWRP (Settings → Prevent Recovery Flash).
- 📦 Install Disable Force Encryption (if you plan to use unencrypted Encrypted Encryption) /data).
What if TWRP asks for a password when mounting /data?
Install Magisk for root rights
Once the TWRP is successfully installed, you can start obtaining root rights through Magisk. For now (2026) Magisk v26.4 or later is current. Download the Magisk-v26.4.zip file from the official repository on GitHub.
Installation instructions:
- Copy the Magisk-v26.4.zip archive to your phone (for example, via MTP to TWRP or adb push).
- In TWRP, select Install, specify the path to the archive, and swipe for confirmation.
- Once installed, reboot to the system. When you first start, Magisk Manager may request additional permissions — grant them.
To check the success of root rights:
- 📱 Install the Root Checker app from Google Play.
- 🔍 Launch the terminal and execute the command: su If a request for rights appears, root is installed correctly.
⚠️ Attention: On Poco X3 Pro MIUI 14+ Google Pay and banking applications may stop working after Magisk is installed. To fix this, activate MagiskHide (newer versions – Zygisk). + DenyList) and add problematic apps to the exclusion list.
Solving common problems after getting root
Even with the correct instructions on the Poco X3 Pro, there are common errors, and we have collected the most common ones and ways to fix them:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The phone will not boot after installing Magisk | Incompatible version of Magisk or modified boot.img | Swipe stock boot.img through Fastboot, then repeat the Magisk installation |
| The camera or fingerprint sensor is not working. | Damaged drivers after firmware custom core | Install the Magisk Xiaomi Camera Fix module or return the stock core |
| Not defined SIM-map (IMEI lost) | The modem partition is damaged when firmware | Restore IMEI via QCN or flash stock firmware |
| Fast battery discharge after rut | Magisk Background Processes or Unoptimized Core | Disable unnecessary Magisk modules, install Battery Optimizer |
If the loader stopped working after unlocking OTA-updates, don't try to install them in a standard way, it will lead to the loss of root rights:
- Download full service packages (.zip) from Xiaomi’s website.
- Install them via TWRP with Disable DM-Verity (Disable DM-Verity) pre-disabled.
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On Poco. X3 Pro cannot be installed OTA-Update via the standard menu after unlocking the bootloader – this will lead to root loss and possible “soft bricking".
How to get it back: root removal and bootloader lock
If you need to return your phone to stock (for example, for warranty repairs), follow the following steps:
1. Download the stock firmware for your model (Poco X3 Pro, vayu) from the official Xiaomi website. Choose the version of Fastboot (file with the extension.tgz).
2. Unpack the archive and start the firmware script:
fastboot flash all_except_storage.batThis command will stitch all partitions except user data (/data).
To lock the loader completely:
- 🔒 Reboot to Fastboot and execute: fastboot oem lock
- ⚠️ Warning: This command will erase all data and return the phone to factory condition, and then re-unlock it will require a 7-day wait.
4. Remove all traces of Magisk and TWRP:
- 🗑️ Manually check the folders. /data/adb and /cache Presence of magisk or twrp files.
- 🔍 Use the Anti-Rollback Checker utility to make sure the firmware version is not lower than the current one (downgrade can block the bootloader forever!).
Security after rooting: What you need to know
Root rights offer a wide range of opportunities for customization, but also increase security risks, and the following measures will help minimize threats:
1. Managing the rights of the superuser:
- 🔐 Configure Magisk to request confirmation for each root rights request (in the app settings).
- 🚫 Disable root access for unknown applications, especially if they request permissions immediately after installation.
2. Protection against malware:
- 🛡️ Install an antivirus with support for root scanning (e.g. Malwarebytes).
- 🔗 Avoid downloading Magisk modules from unverified sources – use only the official repository.
Maintenance of functionality:
- 💳 For banking applications and Google Pay, use the MagiskHide Props Config and Universal SafetyNet Fix modules.
- 📡 If mobile networks stop working, check your settings. APN or stitch the stock modem.img.
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Once you install Magisk, create a full /efs partition backup in TWRP, which contains unique IMEI data and calibration of the communication module. If you lose this partition, it will be extremely difficult to restore IMEI!