How To Install Pixel Experience Android 10 On Nexus 5X

If you are a Nexus 5X user and want to try the latest Android 10 on your device, then we have got you covered here. Follow the given guide to safely install Pixel Experience Android 10 On Nexus 5X (Android Q ROM) || codename: bullhead: The Nexus 5X was released alongside with Nexus 6P in 2015 with Android 6.0 marshmallow and later received many updates from Google. The last official update of the device is Android 8.0 Oreo. Previously Nexus 6P has also received the PixelExperience Android Q ROM.

We like to thank lakshay18, Senior Member over Xda for developing and sharing the Android 10 Q-based Pixel Experience ROM For Nexus 5X. According to the developer, the ROM is very stable and can be used as a daily driver. Now follow the guide to Install Pixel Experience Android 10 On Nexus 5X (Android 9.0). If you want more information about the ROM, then visit the official Xda thread here.

Now, the Android 10 Q version can be installed on the smartphone via the Pixel Experience ROM which is a custom ROM that is very close to stock and it is based on AOSP. Talking about the Android 10 Q update for Android, this version has been released by Google and the final stable update has been rolled out by Google to the Pixel devices as well as some newer project treble supported devices.

What’s Working:

  • Boots
  • RIL
  • Fingerprint
  • Wi-Fi
  • Camcorder
  • Camera
  • Bluetooth
  • Video Playback
  • Audio
  • Sensors
  • Flash
  • LED
  • VOLTE
  • GPS

Known issues:

  • Not Known

Pre-Requirements

  • Make sure the bootloader on your device is unlocked and your device is rooted and you have a custom recovery installed.
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  • Make sure your device has more than 50% battery.
  • Make sure you have taken a backup of your important data. Now proceed To Install Pixel Experience Android 10 On your Moto

Disclaimer

RootMyGalaxy.net is not responsible for any damage happened to your device(s) while following this guide, proceed at your own risk.

Download Pixel Experience Android 10 On Nexus 5X

Note: You don’t have to install/flash Gapps as they are pre-included in the ROM.

Steps To Install Pixel Experience Android 10 On Nexus 5X | Android 10 Q Update

Install Pixel Experience Android 10 On Nexus 5X

  • Make sure your device is rooted and have the latest TWRP recovery installed. (Check the Pre-Requirement Section Above)
  • First, download the files from the above link and extract them
  • Now transfer the downloaded files to the internal storage of your device.
  • Now reboot to the TWRP recovery
  • Take a nandroid backup by selecting the option from the home screen and then your data and cache from the recovery menu.
  • Now return to the main menu of TWRP and wipe cache, data, and system before flashing the ROM

Wipe TWRP RMG

  • In order to Wipe data: Go to Wipe —> Advanced Wipe and select Dalvik/ART cache, cache, System, Vendor, and Data and then swipe to wipe. (Don’t select the internal storage)

TWRP Wipe Swipe

  • Now return to the main menu of TWRP again and install the ROM which is just a system image.
    • Go to Install -> Install Zip -> select the ROM Zip file

TWRP 3.0 RMG Install

Once the flashing process is completed, reboot your phone and you will be booted into Pixel Experience ROM based on Android 10 Q. If you have any doubts regarding this process, feel free to comment below.

Dibyashree Sharma
Dibyashree Sharma
Dibyashree Sharma graduated in Computer Science from NIT Rourkela. For the past eight years, she has been blogging about Android, which she is really passionate about. She has built a good reputation as a reliable source. Away from the digital sphere, Dibyashree enjoys playing tennis, a sport she is as passionate about as she is about technology.

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