Hard Reset via Recovery — vivo iQOO Z5
Optimized for iQOO Z5 (Android 11, Funtouch 12 (International), OriginOS for iQOO 1.0 (China))
Factory Reset from Settings — vivo iQOO Z5
Optimized for iQOO Z5 (Android 11, Funtouch 12 (International), OriginOS for iQOO 1.0 (China))
Enter Recovery Mode — vivo iQOO Z5
Optimized for iQOO Z5 (Android 11, Funtouch 12 (International), OriginOS for iQOO 1.0 (China))
FRP Bypass (Google Lock) — vivo iQOO Z5
Optimized for iQOO Z5 (Android 11, Funtouch 12 (International), OriginOS for iQOO 1.0 (China))
Why reset your vivo iQOO Z5?
A hard reset on the vivo iQOO Z5 fixes boot loops, forgotten PINs and persistent lag. The method above will wipe the device back to factory condition. Always back up your data first, as a reset cannot be undone.
Frequently asked questions
Will a hard reset delete everything on my vivo iQOO Z5?
Yes. A hard reset (also called a factory reset) erases all apps, photos, messages, and accounts, returning the vivo iQOO Z5 to its out-of-box state. Back up anything you want to keep before starting.
Does resetting the vivo iQOO Z5 remove the SIM lock or carrier lock?
No. A hard or factory reset only clears data and settings — it doesn't remove a carrier/SIM lock, which is tied to the device's IMEI at the network level. You'd need to contact your carrier for an unlock.
How long does a factory reset take on the vivo iQOO Z5?
Typically a few minutes, though it can take longer on older or heavily used devices as more stored data has to be wiped.
Will I need my Google account password after resetting the vivo iQOO Z5?
Yes, if Factory Reset Protection (FRP) is enabled. Android (and HarmonyOS 2.x devices with Google services) will ask for the last signed-in Google account after a reset — make sure you know that password first.
How do I reset my vivo iQOO Z5?
Use the Hard Reset method above if your vivo iQOO Z5 is frozen or won't respond, or the Factory Reset method if the screen still works normally — both are covered step by step on this page.
How do I format my vivo iQOO Z5?
"Formatting" and "factory resetting" mean the same thing for the vivo iQOO Z5 — both erase all data and restore default settings. Use whichever method above matches your situation.
Does my vivo iQOO Z5 have a hard reset button?
Not a single dedicated button — the vivo iQOO Z5 uses a button combination instead of one labeled "reset." See the Hard Reset section above for the exact keys to press.