Flashing will erase your device completely. Backup all photos, contacts, and personal files.
SP Flash Tool is not officially hosted on a single “MediaTek” site. Always download from trusted sources to avoid malware.
Indicates data is actively writing to the phone's flash memory blocks.
| Feature | Description | | --- | --- | | | Write official (stock) ROMs, custom ROMs, or individual partitions (boot, system, recovery, etc.) using a scatter file. | | Unbricking | Revive devices that are completely unresponsive (dead), stuck in a bootloop, or have a corrupted system. | | Memory Testing | Check the integrity of RAM and NAND flash memory to diagnose hardware issues. | | Formatting | Quickly format single partitions or the entire flash memory with one click. | | Readback (Backup) | Extract the full firmware or selected partitions from your device, creating a complete backup. | | NVRAM Management | Backup and restore the NVRAM (IMEI, Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth data) – crucial for preserving device identity during flashing. | | Preloader / Bootloader Flashing | Write the preloader or bootloader images – essential for repairing low‑level boot failures. | | Secure Boot Handling | Compatible with MTK devices that implement secure boot, provided the correct authentication files are used. |
Many users ask: Should I use the newest version or stick with 4.8.0? sp flash tool 4.8.0
[ Launch flash_tool.exe ] │ ▼ [ Load Scatter File (.txt) ] ──► Validates Image Maps │ ▼ [ Set Mode to "Download Only" ] ──► (Crucial: Protects IMEI/NVRAM) │ ▼ [ Click "Download" Button ] │ ▼ [ Connect Powered-Off Device ] ──► Starts flashing block sequences Step 1: Initialize the Flashing Tool
Before attempting to flash your MediaTek device, you must prepare your computer environment to prevent flashing failures. Requirements
Upgrades or downgrades your device firmware to the factory default.
Are you trying to or install a custom recovery ? Flashing will erase your device completely
Connect the device to your PC via the USB cable while holding the button.
Crucial for allowing your Windows PC to detect the device in its pre-boot state.
: A text-based map (e.g., MT65xx_Android_scatter.txt ) that tells the tool where each part of the firmware should be written.
Reinstall the original factory operating system. Always download from trusted sources to avoid malware
The critical driver package that allows Windows to recognize your device in a pre-boot state.
Disclaimer: Flashing firmware involves inherent risks and may void your device's warranty. The author and publisher assume no responsibility for any damage or loss of data resulting from improper use of SP Flash Tool. Always exercise caution and ensure you have proper backups before proceeding.
: Obtain the identical factory ROM package compiled specifically for your exact phone revision or hardware model number. 2. Disabling Driver Signature Enforcement
Revive "dead" devices that cannot boot into recovery or download mode, provided the computer can still detect the hardware interface.