How to Root Xiaomi Mi Mix and install TWRP recovery

The Xiaomi Mi Mix is the only smartphone released in the year 2016 that gives us the glimpse of the future of smartphones. The device features an all body display with screen-to-body ratio of around 91%. The device will go on sale in China only, but if you’re going to import it to your country or place, you might be interested in knowing first if the Mi Mix is easy to root?

Well, Xiaomi devices have never been un-friendly to root. So sooner or later the Mi Mix root will be available. Some of the safer options like flashing SuperSU zip via TWRP to get root access should make it to the device once it gets popularity among the developers, which shouldn’t be too hard given the phone’s amazing style.

With TWRP recovery now available, you can easily root Xiaomi Mi Mix by flashing either SuperSU or Magisk zip from the recovery. If you happen to play Pokemon Go or use other services that block rooted Android devices, then we’d recommend you to get root with Magisk systemless interface as it is way much easier on Magisk to toggle root on/off when needed.

You can Grab the Xiaomi Mi Mix TWRP recovery from the download link below and follow the instructions below to get going.

Note: To install TWRP and recovery and root Mi Mix, you need to unlock the bootloader first on your device. Follow this page for instructions to unlock bootloader.

[icon name=”download” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Download Xiaomi Mix Mix TWRP recovery (.img)

How to Install TWRP recovery and Root Xiaomi Mi Mix

1. Download TWRP recovery .img file from the download link above to your PC.
2. Install/flash TWRP recovery .img via Fastboot.
3. Once you’ve TWRP recovery installed, take a full nandroid backup of your device using TWRP’s Backup option.
4. Get root access: There are two ways you can root Xiaomi Mi Mix. Read the descriptions of both carefully before you decide.
   1. SuperSU zip – If you just want root access and want it quick without workarounds to Safetynet to be able to use Android Pay or play Pokemon Go while rooted. Then getting root via SuperSU zip would serve the purpose. Follow the link below for detailed step-by-step guide.
      [icon name=”hand-o-right” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] How to Flash SuperSU zip and get Root on any Android device
   2. Magisk systemless interface (recommended) – Getting root via Magisk systemless interface means you can disable root access on-the-fly when needed. This is particularly useful for apps that don’t work when your Android phone is rooted. Follow the link below for a detailed guide to get root with Magisk.
      [icon name=”hand-o-right” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] How to Get Root with Magisk Systemless Interface

That’s all. Have fun with TWRP and root access now available for the Xiaomi Mi Mix.