How to Unroot Redmi Note 8 (Pro) & Restore Stock ROM: Step-By-Step

Xiaomi is one of the OEMs which supports device rooting. The Xiaomi devices can be rooted easily to enjoy various advantages. Generally, users root their device to install desired Custom ROM on the smartphone, to uninstall unwanted bloatware, to block Ads in any app, and a lot more. Well, rooting the device has a lot of advantages, but it also brings consequences too. And if you are one of them who wants to undo the rooting process and its disadvantages, you are in the right place. Here, we have mentioned the methods to unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro and restore stock ROM.

 

Redmi Note 8 Pro Features –

 

Redmi Note 8 (Pro)
Redmi Note 8 (Pro), Source: Gsmarena

Talking about the eight-generation of Note-series by Xiaomi – Redmi Note 8 Pro. The best thing about this device is the quad-rear camera setup, which carries a macro-imaging sensor in additional. The device comes with a 6.53-inch of IPS panel which drops the support for the in-display fingerprint sensor. The display comes with a high resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. 

The device comes with an updated design, it is similar to the predecessor but looks more elegant. Redmi Note 8 Pro runs on the latest Android 9, and it is powered by MediaTek Helio G90T processor coupled with a RAM of 6GB.

Well, the camera department looks interesting. The quad-rear camera setup at the back features a 64MP primary sensor, 8MP wide-angle sensor, 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP sensor for macro shots. For clicking selfies, the device comes with a 20MP camera.

Redmi Note 8 (Pro)
Redmi Note 8 (Pro), Source: Gsmarena

 

Display 6.53-inch (1080×2340)
Processor MediaTek Helio G90T
RAM up to 6GB
Internal Storage 64GB
Front Camera 20MP
Rear Camera 64MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP
Software Android 9
Battery 4500mAh

 

Disadvantages of Rooting –

There are a lot of advantages of rooting a device. But, again, rooting also has some disadvantages too. Here we have mentioned the major disadvantages of rooting.

  • The major disadvantage of rooting is that it can brick the device. In this condition, the smartphone stops working and can’t be used for any function. This condition can’t be reversed or fixed.
  • Rooting of the Android device voids the phone warranty. You won’t be able to take warranty services from the OEM.
  • Another disadvantage of rooting is that it can decrease the performance of the device.

 

Unrooting of the device: Explained!

Well, unrooting as the name suggests, means the reverse of the rooting process. Unrooting will undo all the rooting features. And the main advantage; you will get the manufacturer’s warranty back on your device. 

 

 

How to Unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro –

To unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro, you just need to follow the steps below. We have mentioned three methods here. You have to choose the method according to the requirements. We have mentioned all the details below. You can check out the details and proceed with the same method.

Before you proceed to the methods to unroot the device, you should check the device battery status. The device’s battery should be more than 30% to start the unrooting. This is a precaution, and if the battery runs out in between, you will find it hard to restart the device again.

The procedure to unroot the device is quite risky, so make sure before you start if you really want to do it.

 

  • 1st Method to Unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro – SuperSU 

The first method to unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro is by the SuperSU Method. If you are familiar with the rooting process, you might have heard this name before. SuperSU process is used in the rooting process. So, if you have unrooted your device using this method, you can continue with this method, or you can move on to the next one.

 

STEP 0 –

We will be using the SuperSU mobile application for this method. So, make sure to download the app. 

The app is not available on Playstore. You have to download the app from the external source. Download and install the app, and start with Step 1 of the tutorial.

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STEP 1 –

First of all, you need to open the SuperSU app on your device. 


 

STEP 2 –

Go to the SuperSU app and open the app settings.


 

STEP 3 –

In the app settings, you need to search for the “Full Unroot” option. Tap on the option.


 

STEP 4 –

This will automatically initiate the unrooting process on the device.


 

STEP 5 –

The procedure may take some time, you have to wait until the process completes. Do not turn off the device, or interrupt the procedure.

The device will restart automatically after the process. And here you go, the unrooting process is done on your device.

 

  • 2nd Method to Unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro – KingRoot (Mobile)

Now, we will discuss the second method to unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro. In this method, we will use the KingRoot application on mobile. Before you start, you have to make sure that your device is charged enough and it is connected to a stable internet connection.

 

STEP 0 –

We will be using the KingRoot mobile application for this method. So, make sure to download the app. 

FYI, the app is not available on Playstore. You have to download the app from the official website. Download and install the app, and start with Step 1 of the tutorial.


 

STEP 1 –

After installing the app on your Redmi Note 8 Pro device. Open the app on your device and go to the app settings.


 

STEP 2 –

In the app settings, you have to search for the Unroot Your Phone option.


 

STEP 3 –

This will automatically initiate the unrooting process on the device.


 

STEP 4 –

The procedure may take some time, you have to wait until the process completes. Do not turn off the device, or interrupt the procedure by any means.


 

STEP 5 –

The device may not reboot automatically after the process. Make sure to reboot the device after the completion of the procedure.

Here you go, your device is back to the normal state again.

 

  • 3rd Method to Unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro – ES File Explorer (Mobile)

Next method which can be used to unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro device is by using the ES File Explorer. ES File Explorer is an app, which can be downloaded for free from the Google Play Store. We will be using this app to unroot the device. Before you start to unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro, make sure that your device has enough battery, as the procedure may take some time.

 

STEP 0 –

Before starting the procedure to unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro, you need to download the ES File Explorer on your device. You can download the app from Play Store. The app is free to download.

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STEP 1 –

After installing the ES File Explorer app on your device. Open the app on your device and go to the app menu. The Menu icon can be seen in the top-left section.


 

STEP 2 –

After opening the app menu, search for the Root Explorer option and select it to turn it on.


 

STEP 3 – 

After this, go back to the home page of the app again and go back to destination “/”.


 

STEP 4 – 

Now, close the app, go to the device storage and open the System folder. And search for the SU file in the BIN folder.


 

STEP 5 – 

Go back and open the System folder again and delete the SU file from the XBIN folder too.


 

STEP 6 – 

Again, go back to the System folder, then open the App folder. In the App folder search for the SUPERUSER.APK file and delete it too.

If you’ve done the above-mentioned steps, you’re done with the procedure to unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro. And yes, do not forget to reboot the device after completing all the steps. 

 

  • 4rth Method to Unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro – KingRoot PC

The third method to unroot the device is very similar to the second method. Here, we are using the same KingRoot application. But instead of using the app on the smartphone, we will be using KingRoot on PC. Before you start with the methods, make sure that your device is charged. 

After this, you can finally continue with the steps for “how to unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro”.

 

STEP 1 –

First of all, you have to download the KingRoot software on your PC. You can download it by visiting the official website of KingRoot.


 

STEP 2 –

After downloading and installing the KingRoot application on your PC, open it.


 

STEP 3 –

Before proceeding to the next step, make sure that your Redmi Note 8 Pro is connected with your PC. Use the data cable to establish the connection and also, make sure that the smartphone’s USB settings allow the transfer of data.


 

STEP 4 –

Come back to your PC, and search for the Unroot option. You just need to hit the Unroot option.


 

STEP 5 –

The procedure to unroot the device may take some time. Be patient and wait until the process completes. Do not turn off the device, or interrupt the procedure by any means.


 

STEP 6 –

After the procedure is completed, make sure to reboot the device, if it doesn’t restart on its own.

 

  • 5th Method to Unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro – Installing Updates

The last and fifth method to unroot the device is to download the latest OTA update. OTA or Over-the-air updates are the regular updates that the OEM rolls out for every device. Well, Redmi Note 8 Pro gets regular security patch update, so it will be easy for you to install the update on the device and unroot the device.

The OTA updates by the company undo any kind of rooting done on the device. So, if you want to unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro with the safest method, you can wait for the OTA update or check for it. You can follow the steps below to check out for the latest updates.

 

STEP 1 –

First of all, locate the “Tools” folder on the device.


 

STEP 2 –

In the folder, search and open the “Updater” app from the list.


 

STEP 3 –

After this, tap on “Check For Updates”.


 

STEP 4 –

If the update is available, tap on “Update” to continue.

Here you go. Congratulations, your device has completed the unroot process.

 

Now if you have done the above procedure correctly, you are done with the steps to unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro. This is all about the methods to unroot Redmi Note 8 Pro and restore stock ROM. We have explained five methods here, and all of these worked well in our testing. 

In case you face any issues or you have any query related to the tutorial. Feel free to ask us in the comments section below.

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