The Xiaomi 14 Pro is a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 flagship (codename shennong) built for high performance, but user feedback around HyperOS updates often mentions heat spikes, faster battery drain, and occasional stability quirks—especially after major version jumps.
The two files you shared target different needs: the official China Fastboot ROM (.tgz) for a complete factory restore, and the xiaomi.eu multi-language ROM (.zip) for users who want a debloated, Google-friendly experience while staying close to China builds.
Xiaomi 14 Pro Firmware Details
| Device Name | Xiaomi 14 Pro |
|---|---|
| Codename | shennong |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| Android Version | Android 16 (shown in the build “16.0”) |
| Firmware Version | HyperOS 3 / OS3.0.4.0.WNBCNXM (China Stable) |
| Build Date | 2025-11-11 (from filename) |
| File Type | Fastboot ROM (.tgz) + Custom ROM (.zip) |
| Flashing Tool Required | Fastboot ROM: Xiaomi Mi Flash Tool; xiaomi.eu ROM: custom recovery install (bootloader unlocked) |
| Bootloader Status | Locked by default; unlock required for Mi Flash and xiaomi.eu ROM usage |
| Region Notes | WNBCNXM = China build; do not flash to non-China variants unless you fully understand region/firmware implications. |
Download Official Firmware for Xiaomi 14 Pro (shennong)
| Filename | File Size | Build Date | Build Version | Android Version | Flashing Type | Download Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| shennong_images_OS3.0.4.0.WNBCNXM_20251111.0000.00_16.0_cn_f0536c2d82.tgz | 9.27GB | 2025-11-11 | OS3.0.4.0.WNBCNXM (China Stable) | 16 | Fastboot ROM (Mi Flash) | Download OS3.0.4.0 (Xiaomi OTA) |
| xiaomi.eu_SHENNONG_OS3.0.4.0.WNBCNXM_16.zip | 6.54GB | Based on 2025-11 China build | xiaomi.eu (based on OS3.0.4.0.WNBCNXM) | 16 | Recovery ROM (Custom install) | Download OS3.0.4.0 (SourceForge) |
Flashing Requirements
- Full backup (a clean flash commonly wipes everything, and flashing mistakes can brick the phone).
- Unlocked bootloader (required for Mi Flash fastboot ROM installs and for xiaomi.eu ROM usage).
- Windows PC + Xiaomi USB drivers + ADB/Fastboot tools.
- Xiaomi Mi Flash Tool (for the
.tgzfastboot package). - For xiaomi.eu ZIP: a compatible custom recovery workflow (varies by device/ROM rules; always follow xiaomi.eu instructions).
How to Flash the Firmware
Method A: Fastboot ROM (.tgz) via Mi Flash Tool
- Confirm your phone is Xiaomi 14 Pro shennong and that you really want the China build (WNBCNXM).
- Back up your data and unlock the bootloader.
- Extract the
.tgzfastboot ROM on your PC and install Mi Flash Tool/drivers. - Boot into Fastboot mode, connect USB, and load the extracted ROM folder in Mi Flash Tool.
- Flash using the appropriate option (commonly “clean all”) and wait for first boot to complete.
Method B: xiaomi.eu ROM (.zip) via Recovery
- Verify codename shennong and unlock the bootloader (required for xiaomi.eu).
- Download the xiaomi.eu ZIP and follow their device-specific install prerequisites.
- Boot into the required recovery environment specified by xiaomi.eu instructions.
- Flash the ROM ZIP and complete the required wipes/format steps (as instructed by the ROM maintainer).
- Reboot and allow extra time for the first boot after a major Android/HyperOS upgrade.
CTA: For the official stock firmware (Fastboot) use this complete guide: Xiaomi Mi Flash Tool flashing tutorial. Use it with the shennong stock ROM / flash file link above to restore your official firmware safely.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What’s the difference between the official Fastboot ROM and xiaomi.eu ROM?
The official Xiaomi package is a factory fastboot ROM meant to restore the device to a clean official state, while xiaomi.eu is a community ROM that requires an unlocked bootloader and custom install flow.
