Dai Miyata

Firmware is an essential component of any electronic device, including smartphones. It is the software that controls the hardware and enables it to function properly. When you buy a new smartphone, it comes preloaded with firmware that is specifically designed for that model. However, sometimes you might want to unlock the full potential of your phone by flashing new firmware. In this article, we will explain how to flash firmware on Realme C3, one of the most popular budget smartphones on the market.

Why flash firmware on Realme C3?

Realme C3 is an excellent budget smartphone that offers good performance and features for its price. However, like all smartphones, it has its limitations. Flashing new firmware can help you overcome some of these limitations and unlock new features and capabilities.

For example, flashing custom firmware can give you access to the latest Android versions, which may not be available for your phone otherwise. It can also improve the performance and stability of your phone or add new features that are not available in the stock firmware. Moreover, if you have rooted your phone, flashing custom firmware can help you customize your phone even further.

Step-by-step guide to flash firmware on Realme C3

Before we begin, please note that flashing firmware on Realme C3 can be risky and may void your phone’s warranty. Therefore, we recommend that you backup all your important data before proceeding. Also, make sure that your phone has sufficient battery charge before starting the process.

Step 1: Download the required files

The first step to flashing firmware on Realme C3 is to download the necessary files. You will need to download the appropriate firmware file for your phone model and the latest version of SP Flash Tool, which is a tool used for flashing firmware on MediaTek devices. You can find the firmware file and SP Flash Tool on Realme’s official website or on various other online forums.

Step 2: Install SP Flash Tool

Once you have downloaded the SP Flash Tool, extract the ZIP file and run the setup file to install it on your computer. Once the installation is complete, launch the tool.

Step 3: Enable USB debugging on your phone

To enable USB debugging on your Realme C3, go to Settings > About phone and tap on Build number seven times to enable Developer options. Then, go to Settings > Developer options and enable USB debugging.

Step 4: Connect your phone to the computer

Using a USB cable, connect your Realme C3 to your computer. If this is your first time connecting your phone to the computer, you may need to install the necessary drivers.

Step 5: Load the firmware file in SP Flash Tool

In SP Flash Tool, click on Scatter-loading and select the scatter file from the firmware folder that you downloaded earlier. The scatter file is a text file that tells SP Flash Tool how to flash the firmware. Once you have selected the scatter file, all the partitions in the firmware will be loaded into the tool.

Step 6: Select the firmware to flash

In the SP Flash Tool, make sure that only the firmware partitions that you want to flash are selected. By default, all the partitions will be selected, but you can uncheck the ones that you don’t want to flash. Then, click on Download to start the flashing process.

Step 7: Wait for the flashing process to complete

Once you have clicked on Download, SP Flash Tool will start flashing the firmware on your Realme C3. The process may take a few minutes, so be patient and do not disconnect your phone from the computer during this time. Once the flashing process is complete, you will see a green tick mark in SP Flash Tool.

Step 8: Disconnect your phone from the computer

After the flashing process is complete, disconnect your phone from the computer and restart it. Your Realme C3 should now be running on the new firmware that you flashed.

Flashing firmware on Realme C3 can unlock the full potential of your phone and give you access to new features and capabilities. However, it can also be risky and may void your phone’s warranty. Therefore, we recommend that you backup your data and proceed with caution. If you are not comfortable with flashing firmware yourself, you might want to seek professional help.

Overall, firmware flashing is a useful tool for advanced users who want to customize their phones and push its performance to the