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LG Root Services & Magisk Support

140 devices with specifications, support status, and root information.

Rooting LG devices

SafeRooting tracks 140 LG models in our root database. LG phones are built on a mix of MediaTek and Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets, and this page collects every LG device we cover along with its specifications, root status, and bootloader notes. Popular LG models we cover include LG Ultra Tab, LG W41+, LG W41 Pro and LG K41S. Whether you are checking if your LG phone can be rooted or comparing models before you buy, each device links to its own page with the exact root method and difficulty.

Rooting a LG device follows the same core path as most Android phones: enable OEM Unlocking in Developer Options, unlock the bootloader over fastboot, then flash a Magisk-patched boot (or init_boot) image to gain systemless root that can still pass Play Integrity. Because many LG models use MediaTek chipsets, flashing and recovery often run through SP Flash Tool, with BROM deep-flash mode available as a safety net if something goes wrong. LG does not run a high-profile unlock program like Xiaomi's Mi Unlock or Samsung's Knox, so unlock availability comes down to the exact model, region, and firmware — many LG handsets expose the standard OEM Unlocking toggle and unlock cleanly, while some carrier or budget variants ship locked.

Before rooting any LG phone, back up everything — unlocking the bootloader performs a full factory reset on nearly every device — and confirm your exact model number and regional firmware. Root unlocks system-wide ad blocking, complete backups, bloatware removal, custom ROMs, and kernel-level performance and battery tuning, though it can affect banking apps and warranty until reversed. If you would rather not take the risk, our technicians will check whether your LG model is rootable and perform the unlock and root remotely while you watch.

How to unlock your bootloader
LG Ultra Tab root support
Root Supported
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LG Ultra Tab

Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm)64GB 4GB RAM
LG W41+ root support
Root Supported
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LG W41+

Mediatek MT6765G Helio G35 (12 nm)128GB 4GB RAM
LG W41 Pro root support
Root Supported
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LG W41 Pro

Mediatek MT6765G Helio G35 (12 nm)128GB 6GB RAM
LG K41S root support
Root Supported
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LG K41S

Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)32GB 3GB RAM
LG K51S root support
Root Supported
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LG K51S

Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)64GB 3GB RAM
LG K61 root support
Root Supported
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LG K61

Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
LG W10 Alpha root support
Root Supported
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LG W10 Alpha

Unisoc SC9863A (28 nm)32GB 3GB RAM
LG Q51 root support
Root Supported
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LG Q51

Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)32GB 3GB RAM
LG V60 ThinQ 5G root support
Root Supported
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LG V60 ThinQ 5G

Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+)128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
LG V60 ThinQ 5G UW root support
Root Supported
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LG V60 ThinQ 5G UW

Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+)128GB 8GB RAM
LG Folder 2 root support
Root Supported
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LG Folder 2

8GB 1GB RAM
LG Velvet 5G root support
Root Supported
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LG Velvet 5G

Qualcomm SM7250 Snapdragon 765G 5G (7 nm)128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
LG Velvet root support
Root Supported
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LG Velvet

Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)128GB 6GB RAM
LG Stylo 6 root support
Root Supported
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LG Stylo 6

Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)64GB 3GB RAM
LG Q61 root support
Root Supported
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LG Q61

Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)64GB 4GB RAM
LG Velvet 5G UW root support
Root Supported
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LG Velvet 5G UW

Qualcomm SM7250 Snapdragon 765G 5G (7 nm)128GB 6GB RAM
LG K31 root support
Root Supported
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LG K31

Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)32GB 2GB RAM
LG Q31 root support
Root Supported
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LG Q31

Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)32GB 3GB RAM
LG Q92 5G root support
Root Supported
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LG Q92 5G

Qualcomm SM7250 Snapdragon 765G 5G (7 nm)128GB 6GB RAM
LG K22 root support
Root Supported
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LG K22

Qualcomm QM215 Snapdragon 215 (28 nm)32GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
LG Wing 5G root support
Root Supported
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LG Wing 5G

Qualcomm SM7250 Snapdragon 765G 5G (7 nm)128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
LG K71 root support
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LG K71

Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)128GB 4GB RAM
LG K42 root support
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LG K42

Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)64GB 3GB RAM
LG K52 root support
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LG K52

Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)64GB 4GB RAM

LG rooting — frequently asked questions

Can LG phones be rooted?

It depends on the exact model. Many LG devices expose the standard Android OEM Unlocking toggle and can be rooted by unlocking the bootloader and flashing a Magisk-patched boot image, but some carrier and budget variants ship locked. Open your specific model's page to see its root status and method.

How do I root a LG device?

Enable Developer Options and OEM Unlocking, unlock the bootloader over fastboot (this wipes the phone), then flash a Magisk-patched boot or init_boot image. LG's MediaTek-based models can also use SP Flash Tool for flashing and recovery.

Will rooting my LG phone void the warranty?

In most cases yes, while the device is modified. Returning to full stock firmware and re-locking the bootloader restores a clean state on most LG models, though some makers keep a permanent record.

Is it safe to root a LG phone?

Rooting is safe when the correct firmware for your exact model is used. The main risks are flashing a mismatched image or interrupting the process, so back up first — and if you are unsure, we verify the right method for your LG device before any work begins.