Do you want to unlock the bootloader on Poco M2 Pro and install TWRP custom recovery? You are at the right place. Here, you will learn how to root your Poco M2 Pro without a PC and install custom ROMS based on AOSP.
Poco is a brand that has gained popularity by providing flagship devices at budget-friendly rates. One of the best and first launched smartphones was Poco F1 in 2018. I still use it today, and it does my everyday work flawlessly. Poco was a sub-brand of Xiaomi until 2019 when they became independent, but they still use Xiaomi’s native MIUI operating system on their current models as well.
The company launched a mid-range smartphone earlier this year, the Poco X2, after a long gap, gaining popularity again among the Poco fan base. Poco is unstoppable, and the company has launched another smartphone, Poco M2 Pro, with the latest 5G chipset that can run day-to-day life tasks efficiently.
The two smartphones Poco launched seem affordable and have some promising hardware specs. While the Poco X2 is priced between $200 and $250, the Poco M2 Pro falls in the $130 to $150 price segment, giving fierce competition to Realme. Many technology bloggers and Android authority blogs have claimed Poco M2 Pro to be a rebranded version of Xiaomi’s Note 9 Pro as it borrows a lot of features, and the design is identical.
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About Poco M2 Pro
Performance
Poco M2 Pro is powered by Qualcomm SM7125 Snapdragon 720G (8 nm) that runs on Octa-core (2×2.3 GHz Kryo 465 Gold & 6×1.8 GHz Kryo 465 Silver) and is supported by Andreno 618 GPU for the smooth gaming experience and multitasking. The device runs on the latest MIUI 12 operating system based on Android 10.
Camera
Coming to the camera, we can see a quad-camera setup at the rear side of the smartphone with 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0″, 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 119Ëš (ultrawide), 1/4.0″, 1.12µm 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro), AF 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) that can record 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS. In the front, we can see a 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06″ 1.0µm camera for selfies and recording videos up to 1080p@30/120fps.
Design
Poco M2 Pro has a massive 6.67-inch IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen with 16 million colours. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 and has a screen resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 20:9 ratio (~395 PPI density) and 450 nits brightness.
Power & Battery
Poco has installed a vast 5000 mAh non-removable battery that supports fast charging up to 33W to power up this beast. The smartphone has a type-C 1.0 reversible connector and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. Poco M2 Pro comes in three variants: 64:GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, and 128GB 6GB RAM.
How To Unlock Bootloader On Poco M2 Pro
To unlock the bootloader on Poco M2 Pro, we will need to understand the meaning of a bootloader and how it works. Unlocking bootloader on an MIUI-based operating system is all the same, and you need specific tools and drivers, which we will discuss below.
What is Bootloader, and why unlock it?
A bootloader is a liaison between an Android device’s hardware and software that boots up the operating system. Many manufacturers ship smartphones with a locked bootloader to prevent theft of the user’s data, information, and other personal stuff. Unlocking the bootloader of a device lets the user get complete control over the device.
Advantages of Unlocking Bootloader on Poco M2 Pro
- Install custom recoveries.
- Flash different types of ROMS.
- Overclock/underclock the device.
Disadvantages of Unlocking Bootloader on Poco M2 Pro
- Warranty is void.
- Chances of damaging the device.
- Require technical knowledge.
Prerequisites
- Charge your POCO M2 Pro above 70%
- Unlocking the bootloader erases everything, so take a backup
- USB Type-C cable required
- Enable the developer’s mode
- Open the Settings menu on your phone and then click About
- Now search for Build Number and tap on it 5-10 times until you get a message, “Developers mode turned on.”
- Enable OEM Unlock and USB Debugging
- Open the Settings menu on your phone and then go to Additional Settings
- Enable the OEM to unlock and USB Debugging over here
Downloads
You must download two files on your computer to unlock the Poco M2 Pro Bootloader. Download the two files from the link below.
Instructions
Step 1:Â Open the Mi Flash Tool folder and run miflashtool.exe as an administrator.
Step 2: Click Agree and sign in with your MI Account associated with your Poco M2 Pro.
Step 3: Turn off your smartphone and press the Power Button + Volume Down for 5-10 seconds until you see the Fastboot mode.
Step 4: Connect your mobile to the computer using the Type-C Cable.
Step 5: On your computer, click Unlock on the Mi Flash Tool window and wait for the process to begin.
Your smartphone will automatically restart, and a message will appear on your computer screen: Unlocked Successfully.
How To Install TWRP On Poco M2 Pro
What is TWRP, and why install it?
TWRP is a custom recovery that lets you install various types of ROMS, kernels, mods, etc. TWRP custom recovery for Poco M2 Pro will allow you to take a backup and restore the stock ROM or any ROM that you are currently running. It also helps format the device without a password (erases everything).
Advantages of installing TWRP on Poco M2 Pro
- Install custom ROMS.
- Install modules.
- Root Poco M2 Pro.
- Mount the device.
- Wipe Dalvik, System, Cache, Data.
Disadvantages of Installing on Poco M2 Pro
- Loss of warranty
- OTA updates do not work.
- The device can run abnormally.
- Encrypt device.
Prerequisites
- Unlocked bootloader.
- Battery charged above 70%
- Take a backup of your data.
- USB Type-C cable required
- Enable the developer’s mode
- Open the Settings menu on your phone and then click About
- Now search for Build Number and tap on it 5-10 times until you get a message, “Developers mode turned on.”
- Enable the OEM to unlock and USB Debugging over here
- Open the Settings menu on your phone and then go to Additional Settings > Developers mode > Enable USB debugging.
- Install ADB and Fastboot on your computer.
Downloads
- Download TWRP for Poco M2 Pro with the codename “gram” and rename it to “recovery. img”. Next, copy/move it to C: Program Files (x86)Minimal ADB and Fastboot folder on your computer.
Instructions
Step 1: Turn off your Poco M2 Pro. Press the Volume Down + Power button until you see the Green Bunny Logo.
Step 2:Â Connect your smartphone to your computer using the USB data cable.
Step 3: Go to C: Program Files (x86)Minimal ADB and Fastboot and right-click on py_cmd.exe and run it as administrator
Step 4:Â Now type the following command in the Command Box:
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
The flashing process takes about 3-5 seconds.
Step 5: Now press the Volume Up + Power Button together and release the power button after a vibration, but keep the Volume Up Button pressed.
Step 6: There is a bug in this TWRP version where it automatically boots to the system; follow step 5 again.
Congratulations! You have finally installed TWRP custom recovery on Poco M2 Pro.
How To Root Poco M2 Pro
- Download the latest Magisk Manager zip file.
- Reboot to the custom recovery menu; we are taking TWRP as our custom recovery.
- Go to Install, select your download file, and swipe to Flash.
- That’s it. You have successfully rooted Poco M2 Pro.
FAQ
Q. Will my warranty be lost on unlocking the bootloader?
A. Xiaomi devices do not lose the warranty on unlocking the bootloader. However, Poco has become an independent brand. You must check with the manufacturer.
Q. Is it necessary to root Poco M2 Pro?
A. No.
Q. Can I root Poco M2 Pro without a computer?
A. you can root Poco M2 Pro without a computer, but you will need one to install TWRP.
Q. Can I install OTA updates if I do not install TWRP?
A. you can install OTA updates even if your bootloader is unlocked.
Q. Is it legal to root Poco M2 Pro?
A. You own the device, and you can root it.
Conclusion
Poco has a good development community on various Android forums. We expect custom ROMS development to start after the kernel source codes are released for Poco M2 Pro. While you have unlocked the bootloader on Poco M2 and installed TWRP, you can flash GCAM and other modules on your device. You may also install Magisk, root your device, and install several different modules from the Magisk Manager app.