In this article, I will demonstrate how to unlock the bootloader on the Lenovo Z5s smartphone. So, the company launched this smartphone and we are going to demonstrate this tutorial guide. Now, let us directly jump to step by step guide on how to unlock the bootloader.

About Lenovo Z5s

Here are some of the key features and specifications of the newly launched Lenovo Z5s smartphone.

• Firstly, it has a 6.3 inches display with a resolution of 1080 by 2340 pixels. A total of 409 pixels per inch.
• And Lenovo Z5s also comes with Android 9 Pie.
• And under the hood, the phone has a Snapdragon 710 chipset.
• The Phone also comes with 4GB/6GB Ram and 64GB/128GB Storage. 
• Furthermore, the camera sensor is – 16MP + 8MP + 5MP triple rear camera and 16MP front shooter.
• Finally, the battery on the phone is a non-removable 3300 mAh.

MUST READ – Various Issues on the Lenovo Z5s & How to Fix Them. 

What is Unlock Bootloader? Unlocking bootloader on Lenovo Z5s?

Unlocking Bootloader on the Lenovo Z5s smartphone means accessing the way for installing custom recoveries such as TWRP recovery. Also, rooting your device and installing custom ROMS. Many manufacturers provide smartphones with a locked bootloader and as a result, one need to unlock it before proceeding.  So, Unlocking bootloader is the first step before one can further customize their smartphone.

• For Further Assistance Read, Install TWRP Recovery on Lenovo Z5s (TWRP File May Or May Not Be available as per the development)

Pro’s or Advantages of Unlocking Bootloader on Lenovo Z5s?

Here are some benefits of unlocking the bootloader on the Lenovo Z5s:

• Firstly, one can root the smartphone after unlocking the bootloader.
• And you can install TWRP or CWM Recovery on the phone.
• Also, you will be able to install various custom Roms on the phone.
• Finally, if you unlock the bootloader on your Lenovo Z5s smartphone, the warranty will be void.

Related Article. Root Lenovo Z5s.

What can go wrong while unlocking the bootloader on Lenovo Z5s?

The most common question would be, is it safe to unlock bootloader on the Lenovo Z5s? Below are the consequences of unlocking the bootloader.

1. Lenovo Z5s android phone could wipe itself while unlocking the bootloader, so you might loose your data and important files.
2. Secondly, it compromises your security of the smartphone. A thief can have access to your phone bypassing your pin or password.
3. And most importantly, if anything goes wrong, the Lenovo Z5s smartphone will no longer be able to boot and making your purchase almost useless.

Let’s unlock the bootloader on the Lenovo Z5s

• First of all, charge the phone fully.
• Next, enable USB Debugging on Lenovo Z5s by going to Setting>About>Software>Build Number and Tap on the build number repeatedly so that the Developer mode will turn on.

• And then go back and click on Developer options.
• In the developer options, there is an OEM unlock option then enable that option.
• Furthermore, you will be asked for a full factory reset of your smartphone before unlocking, so make sure to back up your data before proceeding.
• Tech Droid Tips is not responsible if anything goes wrong with the device. Please do it at your own risk.
• Finally, you have successfully unlocked the bootloader on the Lenovo Z5s.

Related.How to Install Custom ROM on Lenovo Z5s. (Custom ROM File May Or May Not Be available as per the development)

In conclusion, Android versions later than lollipop come with an option of OEM Unlock in the developer options. So, its quite easy to unlock the bootloader on any latest smartphone devices. And Still, some of the smartphones may not come with this option. Hence, in order to unlock the bootloader, you need to manually do it via PC.

Related article. Unroot Lenovo Z5s and go back to stock ROM.

If you are encountering any issues regarding bootloader unlocking on Lenovo Z5s then do let me know in the comment section below. Furthermore, I will be happy to assist you 😀