Hey guys, another update from our team. Today we will list all of the currently available custom ROMs for Poco X3 Pro (vayu). This list will be of interest to those who are going to buy this model of smartphone, or already the happy owner.
Seems like there is a lot of firmware has already been released and our today’s list turned out to be quite big and impressive. I believe we have here more than 10 completely different ROMs here.
Share your experience with flashing the Custom ROMs and other unofficial firmware on your Poco X3 smartphones.
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NusantaraProject | Official Release
Android 12 | Github
- The firmware built is based on AOSP.
- Google services are not built in (download supported NikGapps from sourceforge)
- Clean firmware is required before install.
- SafetyNet might not pass, we should wait for the fix.
- Stock firmware version 12.0.x is recommended before install.
- After the first flash the data partition is decrypted automatically.
AncientOS | Official Release
Android 12 | Github
- Beta build.
- Based on OSS.
- Required firmware 12.0.X.X version.
- SELinux: Enforcing.
- Passes SafetyNet successfully.
ArrowOS 12.0 | Official Release
Android 12 | Author: Kubersharma001
ArrowOS is an AOSP / CAF based project which was started with the goal of making things simple, clean and neat.
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How to install ArrowOS 12.0 on Poco X3 Pro
- First of all remove your fingerprint, PIN code and screen password on MIUI (in case you’ve used these previously).
- Unlock the bootloader.
- Copy downloaded ROM archive to phone internal memory (on microSD).
- Flash the right recovery: OrangeFox or TWRP from Nebrassy 3.5.2-11.
- Firmware MIUI 12.5.2.0 is required.
- Flash the downloaded ROM .zip archive.
- Flash Magisk in case you need root.
- Now go to “Wipe” > “Format Data” > “Yes”.
- Reboot, wait until the system starts and enjoy the working ROM.
How to update ArrowOS 12.0 to newer version
- Download and use OTA updater and it will update automatically.
- Download the update manually and flash it via TWRP.
BiancaProject 2.0 | Official Release | GitHub
Android 12
- Beta build.
- Based on OSS.
- GApps is included.
- SELinux: Permissive.
- Passes SafetyNet successfully. Required magisk to pass.
DerpFest | Official Release
Android 12
- BETA build
- Based on OSS
- Google services are built in
- Recommended firmware: 12.0.X.X
- SELinux: Passed
- Safety can be fixed with this module:
- NFC does not work: safetynet-fix-v2.1.1.zip
Project Elixir OFFICIAL v1.0 | Official Release | GitHub
Android 12
- Passing CTS by default.
Note before install Project Elixir on Poco X3 Pro
It’s recommended to wipe your phone before flashing this ROM and avoid using the Titanium Backup or any other restore app, because it’s might cause lots of different issues.
AOSPK (The Kraken Project) | Official Release
Android 11
AICP (Android Ice Cold Project 16.1) | Official Release
Android 11
- GApps are not included
- Required Firmware Version: 12.5.2.0
- SELinux: Enforcing
- Passes SafetyNet successfully.
AncientOS | Official Release
Android 11 | GitHub
- Clean flash is required
- SELinux: Enforcing.
- Passes SafetyNet successfully by default.
- Required Firmware Version: 12.5.4.0
amyROM | Official Release
Android 11
- Based on OSS.
- GApps are not included.
- SELinux: Enforcing.
- Does not pass SafetyNet.
ArrowOS 11.0 | Official Release
Android 11 | Author: Kubersharma001 | Kernel: 4.14.190-Arrow | XDA Thread
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BiancaProject v1.5 | Official Release
Android 11 | Author: alanndz
Notes:
- Based on OSS vendor.
- XiaomiParts included.
- aLn latest kernel.
- Vanilla version.
- Passes SafetyNet by default.
- SELinux: Enforcing.
- Recommended firmware 12.5.2.0. Global.
- Install using TWRP Custom Recovery.
Corvus-OS v17.0 “Vanguard” | Official Release
Android 11 | Author: thepsambit
Notes:
- Updated: 26.10.2021
- Gapps included.
crDroid v7.9 | Official Release
Android 11 | Author: PacMM79 | Kernel version: 4.14.x | XDA Thread
crDroid Android ROM for Poco X3 Pro (vayu) is an awesome firmware which is based on LineageOS. This ROM is famous for a very large amount of different features and flexible customization.
How to install crDroid ROM on Poco X3 Pro:
- Backup all your personal data.
- Boot or reboot into Recovery mode.
- Flash the Stock MIUI ROM V12.5.2.0. If you’re already using this version, then simply skip this step. You can also flash stock MIUI using the MiFlash or Fastboot mode, but it will take more time to complete.
- Now flash CrDroid ROM.
- Optionally install GAPPS and Magisk if you need root on your device.
- Proceed with “Format Data” > type “Yes” and press “Enter” to confirm (not “wipe data”).
- Reboot into system.
To avoid data encryption:
- Flash firmware by following the steps above.
- Download and install the following patch: disable-force-encrypt-v1_x3p_n10p-1.zip
- Optionally install Gapps and Magisk.
Download ROM | TWRP Nebrassy | GApps
ConquerOS v4.7 OSS CAF | Official Release
Android 11 | GitHub
Install using the TWRP, recommended firmware version V12.5.2.0.RJUMIXM.
DerpFest OS | Official Release
Android 11 | Built on AOSP | Author: rahul9999 | GApps included.
How to install DerpFest on Poco X3 Pro:
- Backup your personal data.
- Boot / reboot into recovery.
- Flash the stock MIUI 12.0.6. or skip this step if you’re already using this ROM.
- Flash firmware by following the steps above.
- Download and install the following patch: disable-force-encrypt-v1_x3p_n10p-1.zip
- Optionally install Gapps and Magisk.
DotOS | Official Release
Android 11
DotOS aka Droid on Time for Poco X3 Pro is a beautifully made custom ROM, built on AOSP, very simple and secure.
- Flash download ROM.
- Optionally install Gapps.
- Install Magisk (highly recommended, otherwise might stuck with bootloop issue).
- Wipe cache.
- Format data.
- Reboot into system.
EXTHM UI | Official Release
Android 11
Havoc OS | Official Release
Android 11
- Based on OSS.
- Available in two versions: both with Gapps and without.
- Recommended firmware 12.5.2.0.
- SELinux: Enforcing.
- Passing SafetyNet successfully.
HyconOS | Official Release
Android 11
Legion OS | Official Release
Android 11
- Google Apps are included.
- NFC works together with Magisk installation.
- OTG cable is fully working.
- SELinux: Enforcing.
Lineage OS 18.1 | Official Release
Android 11 | Author: SebaUbuntu | GApps included.
How to install Lineage OS on Poco X3 Pro:
- Backup your personal data.
- Boot / reboot into recovery.
- Flash the stock MIUI 12.5.2.0 or skip this step if you’re already using this ROM.
- Flash firmware by following the steps above.
NusantaraProject | Official Release
Android 11
This is the first official release of NusantaraProject custom ROM for Poco X3 Pro. Very flexible configuration with a redesigned interface.
Recommended firmware before flashing: Firmware V12.5.2.0 version.
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PixelBlaster | Official Release
Android 11
- Passes SafetyNet by default.
- SELinux: Enforcing.
- Gapps included.
Project Lighthouse | Official Release
Android 11
- Build on OSS.
- Passes SafetyNet by default.
- SELinux: Enforcing.
Download ROM | Download ROM without Gapps
PixelPlusUI v3.9 | Official Release
Android 11 | Status: Stable / Official | Kernel version: 4.14.x / Etherious Kernel | @chdelacr | GitHub
PixelPlusUI for Poco X3 Pro is a firmware with customisable system design, lots of additional settings and many features.
- Backup your personal data.
- Boot / reboot into recovery.
- Flash the stock MIUI 12.0.6. or skip this step if you’re already using this ROM.
- Flash firmware by following the steps above.
- Download and install the following patch: disable-force-encrypt-v1_x3p_n10p-1.zip
- Optionally install Magisk.
Download Etherious Kernel: Etherious-v3.1-vayu-20210809-1238.zip
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Pixel Extended v3.2 | Official Release
Android 11
- Install via TWRP Custom Recovery.
- Recommended firmware version before installation: 12.5.2.0.
Pixel Experience Plus | Official Release
Android 11
- SafetyNet works with the last Magisk version.
- Bug fixes with the latest release.
Project Sakura | Official Release
Android 11
- Gapps included.
- Recommended firmware 12.5.2.0.
- SELinux: Enforcing.
- Passing SafetyNet successfully.
ProjectRadiant | Official Release
Android 11
- Based on OSS.
- Available in two versions: both with Gapps and without.
- Recommended firmware 12.5.2.0.
- SELinux: Enforcing.
- Passing SafetyNet successfully.
First official release of Project Radiant for Poco X3 Pro device. Fixed WFD & Cast features.
Download with Gapps | Download without Gapps
RohieOS | Official Release
Android 11 | Author: darkinvader | Built on AOSP
- Recommended firmware 12.5.2.0.
- SELinux: Enforcing.
- Passing SafetyNet successfully.
This ROM will require full wipe and data format. Install Magisk.
RevengeOS | Official Release
Android 11
- Based on OSS.
- GApps are not included.
- SELinux: Enforcing.
ShapeShiftOS v2.7 “Solosis” | Official Release
Android 11
- Gapps included.
- Recommended firmware 12.5.2.0.
- SELinux: Enforcing.
- Passing SafetyNet successfully.
Install on Poco X3 Pro with TWRP Custom Recovery.
Fluid 1.5 ROM | Official Release
Android 11 | Author: Foxtrot47 | MIUI Vendor
- Based on MIUI vendor.
- Available in two versions: both with Gapps and without.
- Recommended firmware 12.0.4.0.
- SELinux: Enforcing.
- Passing SafetyNet successfully.
- NFC is fully working.
Pretty much everything is working in this ROM without any critical bugs.
How to install Fluid ROM on Poco X3 Pro:
- Boot into TWRP Custom Recovery.
- Format data partition and confirm the format by typing “yes”.
- Reboot into TWRP.
- Wipe all partitions.
- Reboot into TWRP once again.
- Flash downloaded ROM .zip archive.
- Optionally install Gapps, Magisk if you need root.
XPerience v15.1.0 | Official CAF Release
Android 11 | MIUI Vendor
It’s recommended to use TWRP Custom Recovery and with 12.0.4.0. firmware. Gapps included.
This is an exceedingly complete list of Custom ROMs for Poco X3 Pro device at this point. We are going to update this post with more ROMs as soon as they are released. We’re also planning to add additional information about ROM localizations. Additionally, the full detailed step-by-step instructions on how to flash this device with custom firmware is coming. We will add links here as well.
Again, please share your experience in the comments below in case you’ve tried any of the ROMs above. Thanks and stay safe guys!