How to Root Xperia Z5 Marshmallow Update

Rumor has it that Sony Xperia Z5 Marshmallow update is finalized and is currently uploading to Sony’s servers for distribution in various regions wherever the device is sold. And this also includes other family members of the Z5 series — Xperia Z5 Premium and Z5 Compact.

Although the update is finalized and is uploading, it might still take about a week until Sony pushes out OTA updates OR XperiFirm makes the full firmware available for download for your manual flashing pleasure.

In any case, Xperia Z5 Marshmallow update is coming. And if you’re anything like us, you might be worried about root access on the Z5 Marshmallow firmware.

Well, for your happiness, we’d like to tell you that getting root Xperia Z5, Z5 Premium and Z5 Compact won’t be any trouble. In fact, rooting Z5 Marshmallow update will be easier than setting up a new phone.

All thanks for a working Marshmallow root goes to Chainfire, one of the most reputed developer in the Android community when it comes to root and all things fun on Android.

Chainfire recently released Systemless root for Marshmallow and 5.1.1 Lollipop builds, which allows you to get root access without compromising security on the device. It allows you get root access without setting SELinux to permissive mode, and hence keeps the security benefits of running your device in enforcing mode.

Installing systemless root is simple, just grab the latest SuperSU beta from the download link below and flash it via TWRP or any other custom recovery of your choice.

[icon name=”download” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Download SuperSU v2.66 (.zip)

For help flashing SuperSU zip, follow our detailed step-by-step guide at the link below:

[icon name=”hand-o-right” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] How to Install SuperSU via TWRP

Enjoy your rooted Xperia Z5 running on Marshmallow. Cheers!

Happy Androiding!