This guide will show you how to root POCO X7 Pro by modifying the stock boot image with a KernelSU-enabled kernel. KernelSU only allows approved apps to use su, so other apps won’t detect root access.
Important: Rooting can void your warranty and may brick your device if done wrong. Make sure you have the correct files for POCO X7 Pro and back up your data first.
Requirements
- KernelSU build for POCO X7 Pro must match your device kernel
- Magiskboot tool
- Unlocked bootloader
- Stock boot.img that matches your current firmware
fastboottool and correct USB drivers- Contact Me for rooting help using KernelSU (not free)
Overview
We will unpack the stock boot.img, replace the kernel with a KernelSU-enabled kernel, repack it, and then flash it with fastboot. After that, KernelSU will be active and su will only be available to apps you approve.
Steps
- Get the stock
boot.imgfor POCO X7 Pro and keep a backup of it. - Unpack the boot image (Linux example):
magiskboot unpack boot.img - Download and extract the correct KernelSU build for POCO X7 Pro.
- Replace the kernel in the unpacked files with the KernelSU
Image:mv -f Image kernel - Repack the boot image:
magiskboot repack boot.img - Flash the new boot image:
fastboot flash boot boot.img fastboot reboot
After flashing
- If the phone doesn’t boot, flash back your original
boot.img. - Once booted, Install KernelSU App & check KernelSU is working.
- Only upgrade KernelSU from trusted sources.
Tip: Keep your stock
boot.img safe so you can restore it if something goes wrong.
You follow this guide at your own risk. The author is not responsible for any damage.