The ZTE Blade V7 Lite (model V0721) is a compact and stylish budget smartphone from 2016. It was highly praised for bringing premium features to the entry-level market, most notably a fast and reliable fingerprint scanner. Powered by a MediaTek MT6735 series processor and featuring a 5.0-inch display housed in a metal body, it offered a great balance of features and affordability. This guide provides an official stock ROM, which is essential for unbricking the device or performing a complete factory restore.
Important: This firmware is specifically for the ZTE Blade V7 Lite (V0721). As a MediaTek device, it requires the SP Flash Tool for flashing. Flashing this on a different model, like the standard Blade V7, will cause a hard brick. This process will erase all data.
Quick Device Specs
- Device: ZTE Blade V7 Lite (V0721)
- Release year: 2016
- Chipset: MediaTek MT6735
- Display: 5.0″ IPS LCD, HD
- Battery: 2500 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 Date | Android | Type | Download | Chipset |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-10-13 | 6.0 | SP Flash Tool Firmware | Download | MediaTek |
How to Flash the Stock Firmware
Restoring your ZTE Blade V7 Lite to its original software requires a Windows PC and the SP Flash Tool. The core steps involve installing the correct MediaTek drivers, loading the single MT6735_Android_scatter.txt file from the firmware into the tool, and connecting your phone while it is powered off to begin the process.
For the complete, step-by-step guide with pictures and download links for the tools, please see our main pillar article: How to Flash Firmware with SP Flash Tool.
Device-Specific Troubleshooting for ZTE Blade V7 Lite
- PC Not Detecting the Phone? Check Drivers: The most common problem is a driver issue. The SP Flash Tool will not see your phone if the drivers aren’t installed correctly. You must install the MediaTek VCOM drivers, which often requires disabling ‘Driver Signature Enforcement’ in Windows first.
- Using the Correct Boot Key Sequence: The phone must be fully powered off. Click the “Download” button in the flash tool first. Then, press and hold the Volume Down button on your phone and connect the USB cable. Do not release the button until you see the progress bar appear.
- Stuck on Google Account (FRP Lock): If you are stuck on the Google account setup screen after a factory reset, flashing this stock ROM will completely wipe the device and remove the FRP lock, allowing you to set it up from scratch.
- CRITICAL – `V7 Lite` vs. Standard `V7`: This firmware is only for the ‘Lite’ model. The standard ZTE Blade V7 has a different chipset, a larger FHD screen, and no fingerprint scanner. Their firmwares are not interchangeable, and flashing the wrong one will cause a hard brick.
FAQs
Q1. Will this fix my fingerprint scanner if it stopped working?
Flashing the stock ROM can often fix software-related issues that cause hardware to malfunction. If the fingerprint scanner is still not working after a clean flash of this official firmware, it is most likely a hardware failure that needs repair.
Q2. What is a “scatter file”?
The scatter file (e.g., MT6735_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.
Q3. My phone is stuck in a bootloop. Will this fix it?
Yes. A bootloop, where the phone is stuck on the ZTE logo, is a software issue. A full flash of the stock ROM using this guide is the most reliable way to fix it by reinstalling the operating system.
Q4. 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.
