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Root Samsung Galaxy A8 SM-A800F/I/S/YZ Marshmallow 6.0.1 using TWRP

Last updated on May 8, 2019 By Selva Kumar ALeave a Comment

Samsung Galaxy A8 device is above the Mid-range device. But, If it comes with 3 GB of RAM, It is more than enough, But it has only 2 GB of RAM. You can feel a lot of Lag and delay response when using as a daily device. We can enhance the performance by removing some Bloatware and Hibernate some apps. If you root using TWRP, you can get full SuperUser permissions. If you flash Custom ROM, check it has Dual SIM Support or not, or else your second SIM May not work. You can also use Some Port ROM if you like Samsung TouchWiz based OS. Never Remove System required apps, If you stick with the Samsung Custom Skin OS.Samsung A8 with Orange Tree Background

Table of Contents

  • Why should you Root Samsung Galaxy A8?
  • How to Root Samsung Galaxy A8 ( SM-A800F, SM-A800I, SM-A800S, SM-A800YZ)
    • Things to check out for;
    • Pre-Requirement Steps
    • Flash TWRP using ODIN
    • Install Magisk in your Samsung Galaxy A8 using TWRP
  • What More?

Why should you Root Samsung Galaxy A8?

You have only 2 GB of RAM. It is not enough if you use it for heavy usage. Samsung stopped the Security patch updates. Also, the updates are based on Old OS, So we can’t expect Many optimizations. It has an Exynos 5430 Octa-Core processor for International Variant and Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 for other regions. If we optimize correctly with correct Custom OS after rooting, we can see some Improvements. So, after rooting, I can expect Lag free experience? Probably. Also if we hibernate and eliminate a lot of unwanted apps, and optimize some apps, your device is hardware limited. But, within these limits, we can enhance the performance by 20-30% compared with your old usage. If you use Lite weight Custom ROMs, you can expect a 40-50% improvement in performance based on what custom OS you are choosing.

How to Root Samsung Galaxy A8 ( SM-A800F, SM-A800I, SM-A800S, SM-A800YZ)

Samsung Galaxy A8 comes with a flexible bootloader other than Verizon devices. Verizon devices come with locked Bootloader. This means that different smartphone variants can be easily rooted. Also, the device can accept to install TWRP recovery or any other custom recovery file/app alike.

TWRP recovery is a custom recovery file which must be installed on Samsung Galaxy devices because you can root them successfully. In this article, we explained the easiest method to follow and install TWRP recovery on the Samsung Galaxy A8. However, the tool required for rooting this device is the Magisk App.

With the help of TWRP Recovery, you can quickly flash the latest version of Magisk into your Samsung A8 to gain root access. Before sharing the tutorial, you may want to know that, with the TWRP recovery present on your device, you can easily install any custom ROM or firmware. Does it seem complicated? Relax, everything will be explained succinctly in bullets.

Things to check out for;

  • Check your device model number.

  • Select TWRP Based on the mobile model number.
  • Make sure your device battery is charged above 50%

  • Backup your current files and data, just in case (save them on external storage).

Pre-Requirement Steps

Enabling developer option

  • Enable USB Debugging Mode and OEM Unlock in your mobile. To do this; go to settings >>> about >>> Tap on the “Build Number” 7-10 times consistently to enable “Developer Options,” then go to the “Developer Options” and enable USB Debugging Mode and OEM Unlock. There is no complicated process in the Samsung Galaxy A8.

  • Download and install the Samsung USB driver to your computer system.

  • Also, download the ODIN software. Select above Oreo version in the ODIN list. Install ODIN in your PC.

  • Download Magisk.Zip (Latest Version) and Copy it to Your Phone Memory.
  • Download and save the TWRP File. Please select correct model number TWRP file.

  • SM-A800F
  • SM-A800I
  • SM-A800S
  • SM-A800YZ

Flash TWRP using ODIN

Samsung A8 Download Mode

 

  • Restart the device. Then, enter into Download mode. To do this; press and hold down the Volume Down + Home+ Power buttons at the same time for some time.

Samsung A8 2016 Download Mode Warning Screen

 

  • Press the Volume Up button to continue when you see the warning message.

  • Now, connect the Samsung Galaxy A8 mobile to the computer via USB cable.

  • Launch the Odin app on your computer. If the device is detected by this app (Odin), it will show you a message that reads – added!!!

ODIN Added Message

 

However, if the device is not correctly connected to the PC, you won’t see this message. So, you have to check the USB cable if it is reasonable and reconnect the device.

  • After connecting the Samsung device, click on the PDA/PA button to browse/search and get the TWRP from where you saved it on your PC. Also, navigate to “options” and tick the Auto Reboot.

Odin Auto Reboot

  • Click on “Start”

  • Once the file is loaded into the device, reboot your device.

  • Kudos, you have just Installed the TWRP on your Samsung Galaxy A8. If you installed TWRP, Don’t turn on your mobile. Immediately, move to Magisk Installation steps.

Install Magisk in your Samsung Galaxy A8 using TWRP

  • Boot it Into recovery mode->Volume Up+ Home +Power Button.
  • Now it Will Boot into TWRP Recovery Mode.
  • Select Wipe->Advance Wipe->Select Cache Data.
  • Return to Home of TWRP select Install.
  • Select Magisk.Zip.
  • After the Installation Reboot Your Mobile.
  • You can also install Magisk Manager in your Mobile Applications. You can check the Root status, using Root Checker.

What More?

Samsung Galaxy A8 is a Mid-Range phone; We can’t expect Massive Improvement. But, If you use Lite weight Custom Roms, you can expect a considerable performance Improvement. So, If you have little knowledge in tech, I advise you to Root and uninstall some unwanted apps. You can also flash some Custom ROMs. If you flash Custom ROM, check what is working and what is not working. It is wise to use Some Official Custom ROMs like Lineage. If you accidentally bricked your device, you can flash Stock official A8 firmware.

Selva Kumar A

Selva Kumar is an Android Devices Enthusiast, Who Can Talk and Write About Anything If You Give a Hint About the respective devices. He is a Computer Science Graduate, Making His Career towards this Technology. He is always eager to try new Android devices — not only Software level but Hardware-level Also. Beyond this, He is a Good Swimmer, Guitarist.

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