How to root OnePlus Nord 2T using Magisk

The Nord lineup is one of the absolute when it comes to the budget domain. For years, the Nord series smartphones, including the OnePlus Nord 2T, have been the favorites among OnePlus users. After all, you will be getting a tremendous device that has impressive specifications and exciting features at an affordable cost without having to burn your pocket.

However, one area where the device lacks is the custom development scene as the Mediatek chipset lags behind compared to its Snapdragon counterpart. However, you can still gain administrative privileges and a plethora of customization options by rooting your Nord 2T using Magisk.

If you want to find out how to do that, then this guide will be perfect for you. In this guide, you will get to know how to root OnePlus Nord 2T using Magisk.

How to root OnePlus Nord 2T using Magisk

Step 1: Install Android SDK

Firstly, you’ll need to install the Android SDK Platform Tools on your PC. It’s the official ADB and Fastboot binary offered by Google. You’ll need to download it and extract it to a convenient location on your PC.

Step 2: Enable USB Debugging and OEM Unlocking

Then, you will need to enable USB Debugging and OEM Unlocking on your smartphone. The former makes your smartphone recognizable by the PC in ADB mode. Meanwhile, it’ll allow you to easily boot your smartphone to Fastboot Mode.

OEM Unlocking will be needed to carry out the bootloader unlocking process. You’ll need to go to Settings -> About Phone -> Tap on Build Number 7 times -> Return to Settings -> System -> Advanced -> Developer Options -> Enable USB Debugging and OEM Unlocking.

Step 3: Unlock Bootloader on your smartphone

You’ll also need to unlock the bootloader on your OnePlus Nord 2T if you’re looking to root your phone. Remember that doing this will wipe off the data and might even make your device’s warranty null and void.

Guide: How to Unlock Bootloader on OnePlus Nord 2T

Step 4: Download the Fastboot ROM

Next, you’ll need to download the stock firmware for your OnePlus Nord 2T by heading over to the official website of OnePlus. You should ensure that you’re downloading the same version that is currently installed the device.

Step 5: Extract OnePlus Nord 2T Payload.bin

After downloading the firmware, you should extract it to a convenient location on your PC. Doing this will give you a few files, including the payload.bin file. If you aren’t aware, OnePlus packs its partition IMG files inside the payload.bin file, so you’ll need to extract it first. Once you’ve extracted it, transfer the boot.img file to your device.

Step 6: Patch OnePlus Nord 2T boot.img via Magisk

1. Download and install the latest version of Magisk
2. Launch it and then tap on the Install button beside Magisk
3. Then, choose “Select and Patch a File” before navigating to the stock boot.img file
4. After that, select it
5. Now, tap on the “Let’s Go” button present at the top right
6. The boot.img/init_boot file will get patched and placed under the Downloads folder on the device
7. You’ll have to transfer this file to the platform-tools folder

Step 7: Boot your device to Fastboot mode

1. Connect your smartphone to the PC using USB cable while ensuring that USB debugging is enabled
2. After that, go to the platform-tools folder and type in CMD in the address bar before hitting Enter to launch the Command Prompt
3. Then, type in the following command in the CMD window for booting your smartphone to Fastboot Mode

adb reboot bootloader

4. For verifying the Fastboot connection, you should type the following command and you’ll get back the device ID –

fastboot devices

Step 8: Boot OnePlus Nord 2T using Magisk Patched Boot.img

There are two methods that you can go for. You can either flash the patched boot.img file directly or temporarily boot it. The second approach is the recommended one as you can easily test that everything is working well. You should only proceed with the permanent installation if it is working well.

If things don’t go as planned, your device might end up in a softbrick or bootloop. If that happens, a normal reboot can fix this issue. With the second approach, you should execute the following command in the CMD window and your smartphone will be booted to a temporarily rooted OS –

fastboot boot magisk_patched.img

Step 9: Permanent root your OnePlus Nord 2T via Direct Install

Once you have executed the above command, your smartphone will get booted to the OS with a temporary root. Here is how you can make it permanent –

• To start off, you should launch the Magisk app
• After that, tap on Install -> Direct Install
• Tap the “Let’s Go” option located at the top right corner
• Once it is done, hit the Reboot button at the bottom right
• Your device will get booted to the rooted OS