The ZTE Blade V6 Max is a budget-friendly phablet from 2016 designed for users who prioritize battery life above all else. Its signature feature is a massive 4000 mAh battery, providing excellent endurance for extended use. The device is powered by a MediaTek processor and features a large 5.5-inch display, making it a solid choice for media consumption. This guide provides the official stock ROM, which is essential for unbricking the device, fixing software bugs, removing a Google FRP lock, or restoring the phone to its original factory state.
Important: This firmware is specifically for the ZTE Blade V6 Max. As a MediaTek device, it requires the SP Flash Tool for flashing. Flashing this on a different model will cause a hard brick. This process will erase all data on your device.
Quick Device Specs
- Device: ZTE Blade V6 Max
- Release year: 2016
- Chipset: MediaTek MT6735
- Display: 5.5″ IPS LCD, HD
- Battery: 4000 mAh
- Original OS: Android 6.0 Marshmallow
Required Downloads
To flash a MediaTek device, you will need the specific drivers and flashing tool. You can find the downloads for these in our main guide linked below.
- SP Flash Tool
- MediaTek VCOM USB Drivers
Stock ROM (Firmware)
| Build | Android | Type | Download | Chipset |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V1.0.0 | 6.0 | SP Flash Tool Firmware | Mirror 1 (Google Drive) Mirror 2 (AndroidFileHost) |
MediaTek |
How to Flash the Stock Firmware
Flashing the stock ROM onto your ZTE Blade V6 Max requires a Windows PC and the SP Flash Tool. The process involves installing the MediaTek VCOM drivers, loading the MT6735M_Android_scatter.txt file from the firmware into the tool, and then connecting your powered-off phone to start the flash. This will completely restore your device to its original factory software.
For detailed, step-by-step instructions with screenshots and tool download links, please follow our comprehensive pillar guide: How to Flash Firmware with SP Flash Tool.
Device-Specific Troubleshooting for ZTE Blade V6 Max
- Correct Driver Installation: The most common failure point is incorrect drivers. If the tool doesn’t see your phone, you must install the MediaTek VCOM drivers, which often requires you to disable ‘Driver Signature Enforcement’ in Windows first.
- Using the “Boot Key”: To initiate the flash, power the phone off completely. Press and hold the Volume Down button, and *while holding it*, connect the phone to your PC. The tool should then detect it and begin the process. If Volume Down doesn’t work, try holding Volume Up.
- Fixing Google FRP Lock: If you’re locked out of your phone by Google’s Factory Reset Protection (FRP), flashing this stock ROM will perform a complete wipe and remove the locked account.
- Safer Flashing (Uncheck Preloader): For a safer flashing process that is less likely to cause a hard brick, it is often recommended to uncheck the `preloader` partition in SP Flash Tool before clicking Download. Flashing an incorrect preloader is the most common cause of a permanently dead phone. Only flash the preloader if the device is already completely bricked.
FAQs
Q1. What is a “scatter file”?
The scatter file (e.g., MT6735M_Android_scatter.txt) is a crucial map for MediaTek firmware. It tells SP Flash Tool the name, size, and location of every partition on the device’s storage, ensuring each part of the software is flashed to the correct place.
Q2. What is the difference between the Blade V6 and V6 Max?
The Blade V6 Max is the endurance-focused model. It features a much larger 4000 mAh battery and a bigger 5.5-inch screen compared to the standard Blade V6’s 2200 mAh battery and 5.0-inch screen.
Q3. Will this process erase my data?
Yes. Flashing the stock ROM with SP Flash Tool will perform a full factory reset and completely wipe all personal data, apps, and settings from your device.
