The ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M1 (codenamed X00TD ) remains one of the most beloved budget smartphones ever released. Launched in 2018 with Android 8.1 Oreo, it promised a stock Android experience, a massive 5000mAh battery, and the reliable Snapdragon 636 chipset. However, ASUS officially ended software support for this device after Android 9 Pie. This left millions of users asking a crucial question:

If you are still on stock Android 9 or a buggy Android 10 beta, flash PixelExperience 10 Plus or LineageOS 17.1 today. Your Zenfone Max Pro M1 will thank you with two more years of reliable service. Disclaimer: Flashing firmware voids warranty (if any remains) and carries a small risk. The author is not responsible for bricked devices. Always read the full ROM thread before proceeding.

Introduction: The Legacy of the Zenfone Max Pro M1

Share it with Zenfone Max Pro M1 users who think Android 10 is impossible on their phone. It’s time to revive the battery king.

| Test | Stock Android 9 (Pie) | PixelExperience Android 10 | |------|------------------------|----------------------------| | AnTuTu 9 | 118,000 | 125,300 | | Geekbench 5 (Single) | 276 | 291 | | Geekbench 5 (Multi) | 1,142 | 1,208 | | RAM Management (apps kept) | 8 apps | 12 apps | | Boot time | 32 seconds | 26 seconds | | Battery (100%-20%) SOT | 9h 20m | 9h 45m |