How To Root Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite Using Magisk [No TWRP needed]

Here in this article, we will share with you an easy method to root your Galaxy S10 Lite using the Magisk app. Well, there is no need for TWRP Recovery on your device. If you’re using any of the Galaxy S10 Lite devices or plans to purchase it then this guide is for you. Even if you’re an advanced user who likes customizations, flashing files, modding, etc then follow this full article properly.

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite Specifications: Overview

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite sports a 6.7-inches Super AMOLED display with 1080×2400 pixels resolution, a 20:9 aspect ratio, Always-on display, HDR support. Additionally, the display design looks like the Galaxy Note 10 with a pin-hole selfie camera on the upper middle portion of the display. It runs on Android 10 on the top of One UI 2.0 skin. The device packs a 4,500mAh battery with fast charging support. It has a 32MP selfie camera (wide, f/2.2) with HDR mode.

The device is powered by the octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 SoC, paired with Adreno 640 GPU, 6GB/8GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage option (expandable up to 1TB via a MicroSD card). Most importantly, the handset sports a triple rear camera setup that includes a 48MP (wide, f/2.0) + a 12MP (ultrawide, f/2.2) + a 5MP (dedicated macro camera, f/2.4) lens. It also supports PDAF, Super Steady OIS, HDR, Panorama, an LED flash, Gyro-EIS, etc.

While, there are all the major connectivity options like Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, USB Type-C port, etc. The handset also features an optical in-display fingerprint sensor, gyroscope, an accelerometer, proximity, compass sensor, etc. It’s available in three color options like Prism White, Prism Black, and Prism Blue.

Definition of Root

Smartphone Rooting is just like a jailbreaking the device to get the admin access over subsystem, system apps, the root directory of the device and more. It will give you the superuser control to use your device over an Android subsystem. After rooting a device, the user can delete, edit, or change the system files or settings easily. The rooted users can also increase or decrease the system performance, battery performance, etc.

Mostly, the rooting process will come in handy if you’re using any third-party Custom ROMs. This will increase the accessibility up to a broader extent. Though sometimes improper rooting may brick your device or void your device warranty as well (if applicable). Most commonly, people use rooting to change themes, icons, fonts, install other mod files, tweaking Android settings for visual changes, etc.

Additionally, a rooted device user can also tweak notification panel, system user interface, accent color changes, install Xposed modules, lock screen changes, widgets, camera improvements, and more.

Advantages of Rooting

You can get access to all files on your Galaxy S10 Lite, even the files which present in the root directory of your phone.
You can increase the performance of your device by overclocking.
By rooting you can increase battery life by underclocking device.
Install the Xposed Framework and Xposed module support.
Uninstall Bloatware on Galaxy S10 Lite.
You can block Ads on any applications like YouTube, Browser.
By Rooting your device, you can View, Edit, or Delete any system file inside the root directory.

Steps To Root Galaxy S10 Lite using Magisk

Before starting the rooting process, make sure to unlock the device bootloader at first. Then you can continue with the next steps.

Unlocking the device bootloader and installing root will void your phone warranty (if applicable). The process also will wipe out all the internal data. We recommend you to take a complete backup of device data at first before doing anything. GetDroidTips will not responsible for any kind of boot loops or crashes or any damage to your devices while/after following this guide. Proceed at your own risk.

Please Note:

Please Note:

Rooting will block the official OTA updates
After Rooting, it may void the warranty of your phone
Supported model:
- Galaxy S10 Lite: SM-G770F/DS (Global)

Download Firmware

Galaxy S10 Lite Firmware:
- SM-G770F: Download Here

After you have downloaded the exact firmware file based on your device model number, you can extract the boot.img file to patch it via Magisk manager app.

Guide to Extract Boot Image File and rename to .tar file

Steps to Create a Patched boot image using Magisk Manager

First, download and install the latest Magisk Manager app.
Next, connect your device to the PC via the USB cable.
Copy only the boot.img file from the extracted folder to your device storage.
Now, open the Magisk Manager app and select INSTALL and choose to install again.
Then tap on “Patch Boot Image File”.

Go to internal storage and select your device boot image that you moved earlier.
Now, wait for Magisk to start patching the boot image.
Once the boot image has been patched, copy the “patched_boot.img” from the internal storage and replace it in the same extracted ROM folder on your PC.

Now, follow the second step to flash the patched boot image file.

Odin flash tool accepts files in .tar format. So, you have to use 7zip and archive it to .tar format. You can even rename the file as boot.img.tar as shown in the below screenshot.

Steps To Install the Patched Boot Image tar file on Galaxy S10 Lite

Now, follow the final or second method to install the patched boot image file on your Galaxy handset. But first, follow the requirements.

Pre-Requirements:

ROM Supported for – Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite model only. Don’t try it on other devices.
Keep your device battery charged up to 60% at least before doing anything.
Take a full backup without Root of the device internal storage.
A Windows PC or Laptop and a USB cable are required.
Download Latest ODIN tool and install it on your computer.
Download and Install the latest Samsung USB Drivers on your computer.
Copy the patched boot image file into the ADB & Fastboot directory.

Instructions to Root Galaxy S10 Lite Using Magisk

After following the pre-requirements and unlocking the bootloader, in order to Root Galaxy S10 Lite Using Magisk, let’s take a look at the rooting steps.

First, reboot your device into download mode.
Now, connect your phone to the PC via the USB cable.
Once you are connected, now open the downloaded ODIN.exe file.

When you connect the USB cable you will see a blue sign in Odin.

Now, load the patched boot.tar file in the AP section.

Go to Option and see whether the Auto Reboot and F-Reset Time selected or not). If not then select these two. Don’t select re-partition.

Now, tap on the Start button to root your device.
Your device will reboot when the process will complete.
Then wait for a few minutes. The first boot will take some time.
You’re done. Enjoy!

We assume this guide is really helpful to you and you have successfully rooted your Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite device by using Magisk. In case any issue, do let us know in the comments below.