The Redmagic 7 Pro (model NX709J) is a top-tier gaming smartphone engineered for maximum performance. It boasts a true full-screen experience with its innovative under-display camera, a stunning 120Hz AMOLED display, and the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor. To sustain peak performance during intense gaming sessions, it features a built-in high-speed turbofan and advanced liquid cooling. For users who are not receiving automatic updates or wish to manually install a specific software version, this page provides direct download links to the official OTA (Over-The-Air) update packages. These files allow you to update your device’s software using the stock recovery or ADB sideload method.
Important: These are OTA update files, not full unbrick packages. They are meant for updating a functioning phone. You must flash the correct firmware for your device’s region (e.g., Europe vs. Global). Flashing the wrong region’s OTA will cause the update to fail.
Quick Device Specs
- Device: Redmagic 7 Pro (NX709J)
- Release year: 2022
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
- Display: 6.8″ AMOLED, 120Hz, Under-display camera
- Battery: 5000 mAh, 65W fast charging
- Original OS: Android 12, Redmagic OS 5.0
- Key Features: Active Cooling Turbofan, Pressure Sensitive Shoulder Triggers, Under-Display Camera
Required Downloads
For the ADB Sideload method, you will need the official ADB tools from Google.
| File / Tool | Download Link |
|---|---|
| ADB & Fastboot Platform-Tools | Official Google Download Page |
| Redmagic USB Drivers | Download Drivers |
Official OTA Update Packages
| Region | Version | Android | Type | Download | Model |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global | V2.38 | 12 | Official OTA Zip | Download | NX709J |
| Global | V3.20 | 12 | Official OTA Zip | Download | NX709J |
| Global | V4.14 | 13 | Official OTA Zip | Download | NX709J |
| Europe | V4.20 | 13 | Official OTA Zip | Download | NX709J |
How to Manually Install OTA Updates
There are two methods to install these updates. The Local Update method is the easiest. Do not skip major versions; it is best to update incrementally.
Method 1: Local Update (Easiest Method)
- Download the correct OTA
.zipfile for your region and current version. Do not extract it. - Connect your phone to your PC and transfer the downloaded
.zipfile to the root directory of your phone’s internal storage (i.e., not inside any folders). - On your phone, navigate to Settings → System → System update.
- Tap the gear icon in the top-right corner and select Local update.
- The phone will scan your storage and find the update package. Tap on it to begin the installation.
- The phone will verify the package and reboot to complete the update.
Method 2: ADB Sideload (Advanced Method)
- Download and set up the ADB Platform-Tools on your PC.
- Download the OTA
.zipfile and place it in the same folder as your ADB tools. Rename it to something simple, like update.zip. - Reboot your Redmagic 7 Pro into recovery mode (Power off, then hold Power + Volume Up).
- Using the volume keys, navigate to Apply update from ADB and select it with the power button.
- Connect your phone to the PC. In a command prompt window in the ADB folder, type
adb devicesto ensure it’s connected. - Type the command:
adb sideload update.zip - The update process will begin. Do not unplug the device until it is finished.
Device-Specific Troubleshooting for OTA Updates
- “Verification Failed” Error: This is the most common error and it almost always means you are trying to install the wrong firmware. Ensure the OTA package is for your specific region (e.g., a Europe OTA cannot be installed on a standard Global model). Also, ensure you are not trying to downgrade to an older version, as this is usually blocked.
- Skipping Update Versions: OTA packages often expect your phone to be on a specific previous version. Attempting to jump from a very old version (like V2.38) directly to the latest may fail verification. It is safest to apply updates in the order they were released if possible.
- ADB “Device not found” or “Cannot read file”: If your PC doesn’t see the phone in sideload mode, it’s a driver issue. Ensure you have the latest drivers and that your phone is recognized correctly in the Windows Device Manager. The “cannot read file” error means you have typed the filename incorrectly or the command prompt is not open in the correct folder.
- Bootloop After Update: In the rare case that the phone gets stuck in a bootloop after an update, you will need to boot back into the stock recovery and perform a Wipe data/factory reset. Be aware that this will erase all your personal data.
FAQs
Q1. What is an OTA file? Can I use it to unbrick my phone? An OTA (Over-The-Air) file is an update package designed to upgrade a working phone from one software version to another. It is not a full firmware package and cannot be used to unbrick a dead or unresponsive phone.
Q2. Do I need to unlock my bootloader to install these updates? No. These are official, signed OTA packages. They can be installed on a device with a locked bootloader using either the Local Update or ADB Sideload method.
Q3. My phone isn’t receiving updates automatically. Can I use these files? Yes. This manual installation process is the perfect solution for users who are not receiving automatic OTA notifications due to region, carrier, or server delays.
Q4. What is the difference between the Global and Europe versions? The hardware is the same. The software has minor differences to comply with regional regulations and may include different pre-installed apps or system languages. You should always stick to the firmware for your original region.
