Asus Zenfone 3 Max X008D / ZC520TL Firmware Flash File (Scatter ROM MT6737M)

If you are here, you may be looking for a firmware flash file for your Asus Zenfone 3 Max X008D / ZC520TL. If yes, then you are in the right place. In this guide, we will help you to flash the firmware file on Asus Zenfone 3 Max, by using the SP Flash tool.

We have shared all the pre-requisites files to download and install the firmware flash file on your device.

Why We Need Stock Firmware?

Stock Firmware or a Stock ROM is official software designed by the OEM manufacturer for a particular device. This file is required to fix any software-related issue on your Asus Zenfone 3 Max. If you are facing any problem with your device, your final attempt will be to re-install the stock ROM. This way, you can restore your device to stock ROM. This guide will benefit users who always want to try rooting, installing mods, or custom ROM.

Advantages of Stock ROM:

Here are the answers to why you need to download and save the Asus Zenfone 3 Max Stock ROM flash file on your computer.

• If your device is dead, you can unbrick using the Stock ROM file
• You can fix or repair the IMEI on your device using DB files from Stock ROM
• Remove any malware or Adware from Asus Zenfone 3 Max
• You can fix the boot loop issue on Asus Zenfone 3 Max
• Fix Unfortunately, the app has stopped errors on Asus Zenfone 3 Max
• Fix Network related issue
• Patch Boot image to Root using Magisk: Mediatek Guide or Spreadtrum Guide
• You can unroot Asus Zenfone 3 Max
• To Reset or Remove FRP on your device: Mediatek FRP Guide or Spreadtrum FRP Guide
• Restore Asus Zenfone 3 Max back to Factory State

Firmware Details:

• Device Name: Asus Zenfone 3 Max
• ROM Type: Stock ROM
• Gapps File: Included
• Tool Supported: SP Flash Tool
• Processor: MediaTek MT6737M
• Android Version: Android 6.0.1 / 7.0 Nougat

How to Install Asus Zenfone 3 Max Firmware Flash File

Before installing the Stock ROM on your Asus Zenfone 3 Max, you should download the firmware flash file. Then download and install the USB Drivers and flash tool on the PC. Once you’re done with these, you can proceed to the steps below. But let’s take a quick look at the Stock Firmware importance and firmware details below.

Pre-Requirements:

• Supported device: Asus Zenfone 3 Max
• Make sure to charge your device more than 50%
• It would be best if you had a PC or Laptop with a USB cable.
• Take a complete backup using any method given below
  • Full Data Backup without Root
  • Nandroid Backup via TWRP
• Download Drivers and Tools: VCOM drivers, SP Flash Tool, and Asus USB Drivers

Download Flash Files:

Flash File Version	Downloads
Asus_Zenfone_3_Max_ZC520TL_MT6737M_X008_D281L_WW_20170316	Download Link

Instructions to Install: via SP Flash tool

Now, without wasting any more time, let’s jump into the firmware installation steps below:

1. Ensure you follow and download all the required files and flash tools on your PC.
2. Open the flash tool exe file to open the SP Flash Tool User Interface
3. Once your load the SP Flash tool UI, Tap on the Download option
   
4. In the download tab, you have to load both the download agent and the scatter text file in the scatter-loading section.
   
5. You will find the scatter text file inside the ROM package for most cases; if not, you can create a scatter text file on your own.
6. Once you load the file, click the Download button.
7. To start the upgrade process of stock ROM on your Asus Zenfone 3 Max, you need to turn off your device and hold the Volume Down and Volume Up key together and Connect your Phone to PC/Laptop using USB Cable (Keep the Volume Down and Volume Up button until your computer detects the phone.)
8. When the phone connects, your device will start upgrading the stock firmware.
9. You need to wait for a few minutes to complete the upgrade process.
10. Once the flashing process completes, you will find a green button which means a successful upgrade.
11. That’s it! You can reboot your Asus Zenfone 3 Max.

That’s it, guys. We hope you’ve successfully installed the Stock Firmware on your Asus Zenfone 3 Max device. Feel free to ask any questions in the comments below for any queries.