Many Xiaomi smartphone owners sooner or later face the desire to gain full control of the operating system. the Redmi Note 8 Pro, built on the MediaTek Helio G90T processor, has a huge potential, which is often hidden by standard restrictions of MIUI. Obtaining SuperUser rights allows you to remove system debris, install powerful modifications and fine-tune energy saving.
But it requires careful understanding, and mistakes in unlocking a bootloader or recavator firmware can turn a device into a brick. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at every step, from getting an unlocker to installing Magisk, so you can safely modify your gadget.
Preparation of the device and necessary tools
Before you start modifying the firmware, you need to assemble all the tools. You need a Windows computer that is working. USB-It is also critical to create a full backup of data, as unlocking the Bootloader will inevitably lead to the complete removal of information from the internal drive.
You need to download the current ADB and Fastboot drivers, as well as the SDK Platform Tools from the official developer website. Without these components, the computer will not be able to properly communicate with the phone in debugging mode. Remember to also download the TWRP image created specifically for the code name of the begonia device.
⚠️ Note: You perform all actions to modify the system partition at your own risk.The author of the article is not responsible for possible data loss or device failure as a result of incorrect actions.
To work with firmware files, you will need an archiver that supports the.zip or.tar format. Make sure that the MIUI account associated with the phone does not have active protection “Find the device”, otherwise you will not be able to unlock the bootloader. Also turn on the developer mode by seven times clicking on the build number in the “About Phone” section.
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Use the original. USB-Cheap charging cables often don't let data through, leading to connection errors in Fastboot mode.
Unlocking the Bootloader bootloader
The first and most important step is to unblock the bootloader. This is an official procedure from Xiaomi, but it takes time. You need to apply through the MIUI Unlock Tool app and link the account to the device. Once you submit the application, the system will ask you to wait 7 to 168 hours before allowing the unlock.
After the waiting period, turn off your phone and enter Fastboot mode, holding the power and volume buttons simultaneously. Connect the device to your PC and launch the unlock utility. If all conditions are met, the unlock button will become active. The process will take several minutes, after which the phone will automatically restart and clear the data.
It is important to understand that after this procedure, Widevine L1 may drop to L3 level, which will lead to a decrease in the quality of streaming in some services to 480p. Also, some banking applications will stop working without additional manipulations with the masking of root rights.
Installation of custom TWRP Recovery
The standard restore does not allow you to make changes to the system partitions, so you need to install Team Win Recovery Project. For the Redmi Note 8 Pro (begonia), there is a specific nuance: the standard image may not start without the vbmeta patch. You will need to download a special patcher or use a modified version of the Recovery, resistant to integrity checks.
The installation process is done via the command line. Once the phone is switched to Fastboot mode, run the command to firmware the image:
fastboot flash recovery twrp-begonia.imgOnce the firmware is complete, you can't just reboot the phone in the normal way. You need to press the combination of power buttons and volume up to force the TWRP you just installed. If you just reboot the device, the stock loader will replace the customized Recovery back with the original one.
Why does TWRP fly off after the reboot?
The first thing you want to do in the TWRP interface is to format Data, which will delete all the files and encryption that you need to make the modified system work properly. In the Wipe menu, select Format Data and type yes. You can then proceed to set the superuser rights.
Magisk firmware to obtain Root rights
Today, the gold standard for obtaining SuperUser rights is Magisk, which, unlike the old methods, uses a system modification system that allows you to hide the presence of the root from banking applications. APK-file from the official GitHub repository and rename its extension to.zip (or simply flash it over) APK via Install menu in TWRP, if the version).
Boot to TWRP, go to Install, and select the downloaded Magisk file. The firmware process will take a few seconds. Once you're done successfully, press the Reboot System button. The first boot, the system can last longer than usual -- that's okay.
| Component | Appointment | Status for Redmi Note 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Bootloader | Loader OS | Unlocking required |
| TWRP | Castom Recovery | It's necessary for firmware. |
| Magisk | Manager of rights | Last set |
| ADB/Fastboot | PC Tools | Mandatory to communicate |
Once downloaded, look for the Magisk icon in the app menu. If it appears and the version is displayed inside, root access is activated. Now you can install modules, change the system fonts, remove embedded MIUI ads, and use applications that require deep access to the file system.
☑️ Checking the successful installation of root rights
Set up Root Hiding and Work with Modules
Having SuperUser rights often blocks banking applications and Google Pay. To get around this, you need to enable Zygisk and DenyList in Magisk settings. The denied list must include all banking applications and Google Play services, which will force the root rights manager to hide the system modifications from the selected programs.
You should also use the MagiskHide Props Config module if you need to change your fingerprint device to receive updates or access specific functions. Install modules through the Modules tab in the application or through flash-zip in the recavator. After installing any module, you need to restart.
⚠️ Warning: Do not install modules from unverified sources. Error code in the module can cause a cyclic reboot (bootloop), which will require the phone to flash through the Fastboot.
For advanced users, installing root-enabled file managers such as Root Explorer or MiXplorer is available. They allow you to edit build.prop system files, change the logic of the touchscreen and manage the frequencies of the Helio G90T processor. Be careful when editing system configs: one extra digit can disrupt the stability of work.
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Using Zygisk and DenyList in Magisk is a prerequisite for banking applications to run on a rooted device in 2026.
Possible problems and ways to solve them
The Redmi Note 8 Pro modification often causes users to experience typical problems, with one of the most common being loss of signal or VoLTE failure after unlocking the bootloader, and most of the time, it is solved by flashing the stock boot.img from the current firmware version via Fastboot, while keeping the bootloader unlocked and TWRP.
Another common mistake is to “brick” when trying to flash backs from another model. Make sure that the downloaded TWRP image has the name begonia. Firmware image from Redmi Note 8 (not Pro) or other devices will make it impossible to boot the system, in which case recovery is possible only through EDL mode and an authorized Mi Auth account.
If the phone goes into an endless reboot after installing the module, try booting into Safe Mode. On most Xiaomi devices, this is done by holding the off button for a long time when the logo appears, or by a combination of volume buttons at start. In Safe Mode, problem modules can be removed.