Kingroot: 4.6.0
| Device | Android Version | Result | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F) | 6.0.1 Marshmallow | (after 2 reboots) | | HTC Desire 626 | 5.1 Lollipop | Failed (bootloop, required reset) | | ASUS ZenFone 2 Laser (ZE550KL) | 6.0 Marshmallow | Partial Root (no system write) |
: Modern rooting has shifted almost entirely to Magisk , which allows for "systemless" root and passes Google's SafetyNet checks. kingroot 4.6.0
: For apps that cannot be safely deleted but consume high RAM, the Smart Purge Engine puts them into a "Deep Sleep" state. They will not run, sync, or drain battery unless manually opened by the user. Autostart Sentinel | Device | Android Version | Result |
button will pulse at the bottom of the screen, leading directly to the Smart Purge dashboard. for this version or perhaps a marketing tagline to go with this feature? Autostart Sentinel button will pulse at the bottom
★★★☆☆ Final rating (current standards): ★☆☆☆☆ (security risk, outdated)
If you are looking to root a device today, the industry standard is Magisk . It is open-source, safer, and allows you to hide the root status from banking apps and games.
KingRoot is "closed-source" and has long been flagged by security researchers for communicating with servers in China and sending device IMEI/SN data without clear justification.