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How to Unroot Google Pixel 3 XL & Restore Stock ROM? INSTALL!

In this article, I will display step by step instruction guide on how to unroot the Google Pixel 3 XL with just one click. Furthermore, I will showcase three simple methods on the same. And also how to restore stock ROM on the Google Pixel 3 XL. Alright, let’s start.


About Google Pixel 3 XL

Here are some of the key features and specifications of the newly launched Google Pixel 3 XL smartphone.

  • Firstly, it has a 6.3 inches display with a resolution of 1440 by 2960 pixels. A total of 523 pixels per inch.
  • And Google Pixel 3 XL also comes with Android 9.0 Pie.
  • And under the hood, Google Pixel 3 XL has a Snapdragon 845 chipset.
  • The Phone also comes with 4GB Ram and 64GB/128GB Storage. 
  • Furthermore, the camera sensor on Google Pixel 3 XL – 12.2MP rear camera and 8MP + 8MP dual front shooter.
  • Finally, the battery on the Google Pixel 3 XL is a non-removable 3430 mAh.

MUST READVarious Issues on the Google Pixel 3 XL & How to Fix Them. 

What do you mean by Unroot or Unrooting the Google Pixel 3 XL Android Phone?

Unroot or unrooting the Google Pixel 3 XL Android device simply means going back. When you root the device, you get the permission to do extra customization on the phone. But due to some reason you want to go back and unroot the phone. So that the phone return to stock.

What are the advantages of Unrooting the Google Pixel 3 XL?

So, the only main advantage of unrooting the Google Pixel 3 XL Android phone is to get the warranty back. The warranty is void when you root the device. When something goes wrong in the smartphone, you want to go back and unroot and claim the warranty. Unrooting is pretty easy and convenient for the users.

What if I have custom ROM installed on the phone? How do I go back to stock ROM or stock firmware?

  • First of all, Boot into recovery mode ie, TWRP custom recovery or CWM custom recovery on the Google Pixel 3 XL.
  • And then go to Backup and Restore > Restore > “Choose the backup file” (I am sure you did back up your current firmware before installing custom ROM on the phone)
  • And now reboot the phone. 
  • So, you are now back to stock ROM on the Google Pixel 3 XL. But the phone still has root access, to unroot the phone consider the steps below. 

Do note that the above procedure does not Install Stock Recovery it only installs the stock ROM.

Also, Read Install Custom ROM on the phone.

How to Unroot the Google Pixel 3 XL Android Phone?

Important points before Unrooting the Google Pixel 3 XL:

  • Firstly, charge the phone fully.
  • And only use genuine accessories such as data cable.
  • Carefully see step by step instruction guide to unroot the Google Pixel 3 XL.
  • Techdroidtips is not responsible if anything goes wrong with the smartphone. Please do it at your own risk.

Unroot Pixel 3 XL Restore STock ROM

Let’s Unroot the Google Pixel 3 XL: SuperSU METHOD 1

This method is for the users who rooted their Google Pixel 3 XL with the help of SuperSU zip file.

  • Launch SuperSU app and go to setting. 
  • Scroll to the bottom.
  • And tap on “Full Unroot” button.
  • Let the process start and the device will reboot.
  • Finally, you have successfully unrooted your Google Pixel 3 XL with the help of SuperSU app.

An IMPORTANT article related to the phone. Root this phone.

How to Unroot the Google Pixel 3 XL with just one click: METHOD 2

Precautions – 

  1. Fully charge the phone.
  2. Also, turn on Wi-fi or mobile data network on your phone.

Lets Unroot Your Google Pixel 3 XL 

  • Firstly, download KingoRoot Application on your smartphone.
  • Install the App on your Google Pixel 3 XL.
  • Open the app and click on Unroot Your Phone option in the app.
  • Let the process happen and make sure you do not interrupt the whole process.
  • That’s it congratulations you have successfully unrooted the Google Pixel 3 XL with just one click. 
  • Try a different method if you fail to unroot the device via this method.

Also Read. Unlock the bootloader.

How to UnRoot Google Pixel 3 XL with PC: METHOD 3

  • First of all, download and install KingoRoot PC application on your computer or laptop.
  • Furthermore, connect the Google Pixel 3 XL phone via data cable to your PC.
  • Next, Open the KingoRoot application.
  • And click on the “Remove Root” or “Unroot” option in the application.
  • Finally, congratulations just wait for a few minutes and voila your phone Google Pixel 3 XL is now back to stock.

In conclusion, I hope this article helped you out in successfully unrooting the Google Pixel 3 XL. And if you have encountered any issues regarding unrooting the device then do let me know in the comment section below.