The ZTE Axon 30 Pro (model A2022) is a high-performance flagship smartphone from 2021. It was designed for photography enthusiasts, featuring a powerful dual 64MP main and ultrawide camera system. The device is powered by the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset and boasts a vibrant 120Hz AMOLED display, delivering a top-tier user experience. This guide provides the official China stock ROM, a low-level QFIL / EDL package designed to unbrick a hard-bricked phone, resolve persistent software errors, or perform a complete factory restore.
Important: This is an advanced unbricking procedure. This firmware is specifically for the ZTE Axon 30 Pro (A2022) China variant and does not contain Google Play Services. The process will erase all data.
Quick Device Specs
- Device: ZTE Axon 30 Pro (A2022)
- Release year: 2021
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G
- Display: 6.67″ AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+
- Battery: 4200 mAh, 55W fast charging
- Original OS: Android 11, MyOS 11
- Key Features: Dual 64MP Main & Ultrawide Cameras
Required Downloads
To flash a Qualcomm device in EDL mode, you will need the specific QPST suite and drivers. You can find the downloads for these in our main guide linked below.
- QPST & QFIL Flash Tool
- Qualcomm QDLoader USB Drivers
Unbrick Firmware (QFIL)
| Region / Carrier | Build | Android | Type | Download | Chipset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | V1.0.0B07 | 11 | QFIL EDL Unbrick ROM | Download | Qualcomm |
How to Flash the Stock Firmware
Restoring a bricked ZTE Axon 30 Pro requires a Windows PC and the QFIL tool. The process involves installing the correct Qualcomm drivers, forcing your phone into EDL Mode by holding Volume Up + Down and connecting the USB cable, loading the firehose programmer and other necessary files from the firmware, and then starting the download.
For a detailed, step-by-step guide with screenshots and tool download links, please follow our comprehensive pillar guide: How to Use QFIL to Flash Qualcomm Devices.
Device-Specific Troubleshooting for ZTE Axon 30 Pro
- CRITICAL – China ROM / No Google Services: This is an official ROM for the Chinese market. It does not include Google Play Services or the Google Play Store and will have Chinese apps and services. If your phone is a Global version, flashing this ROM will remove Google services and is not recommended unless you are an advanced user who plans to sideload them.
- “No Port Available” / Driver Issues: If QFIL doesn’t see the “Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008” port, your drivers are not installed correctly. You must disable Driver Signature Enforcement in Windows before running the driver installer. Reboot your PC after installation and try again.
- Entering EDL Mode: Ensure the phone is completely powered off. Press and hold both Volume Up and Volume Down buttons simultaneously. While holding them, plug the USB cable into the phone. The screen will stay black, but your PC should make a sound, and the port will appear in QFIL. For a hard brick, test points on the motherboard may be required.
- QFIL “Sahara” or “Firehose” Error: This error points to a communication failure. Use a high-quality USB-C cable, connect directly to a reliable USB 3.0 port on your computer, and ensure no other conflicting mobile drivers are installed.
FAQs
Q1. What is a QFIL / EDL firmware?
QFIL (Qualcomm Flash Image Loader) is a tool used to flash firmware in EDL (Emergency Download) mode. This is a very low-level mode, a step below fastboot, designed to recover Qualcomm devices from a “hard brick” state where they are otherwise unresponsive.
Q2. Will this ROM install Google Play Store on my phone?
No. This is an official China ROM and does not contain any Google apps or services. They would need to be installed manually after flashing, which can be a complex process.
Q3. What’s the difference between the Axon 30 Pro and the standard Axon 30?
The Axon 30 Pro (this device) has a more powerful Snapdragon 888 processor and better cameras but uses a standard hole-punch display. The standard Axon 30 has a weaker processor but features the next-generation under-display camera for a true full-screen experience.
Q4. Will this process erase my data?
Yes. A QFIL flash is a complete factory restore that erases all user data from the phone’s internal storage.
