Hard Reset via Recovery — vivo Z5x
Optimized for Z5x (Android 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 9)
Factory Reset from Settings — vivo Z5x
Optimized for Z5x (Android 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 9)
Enter Recovery Mode — vivo Z5x
Optimized for Z5x (Android 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 9)
FRP Bypass (Google Lock) — vivo Z5x
Optimized for Z5x (Android 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 9)
Why reset your vivo Z5x?
A hard reset on the vivo Z5x 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 Z5x?
Yes. A hard reset (also called a factory reset) erases all apps, photos, messages, and accounts, returning the vivo Z5x to its out-of-box state. Back up anything you want to keep before starting.
Does resetting the vivo Z5x 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 Z5x?
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 Z5x?
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.
Can I factory reset my vivo Z5x without the password?
Yes — resetting through recovery mode doesn't require your lock screen password, since it bypasses the login screen entirely. That said, Factory Reset Protection may still ask for your Google account credentials afterward as an anti-theft measure.
What is recovery mode on my vivo Z5x?
Recovery mode is a stripped-down menu outside the normal operating system, used to wipe data or apply updates when the vivo Z5x won't boot normally. See the Enter Recovery Mode section above for how to reach it on this device.
How do I format my vivo Z5x?
"Formatting" and "factory resetting" mean the same thing for the vivo Z5x — both erase all data and restore default settings. Use whichever method above matches your situation.