Q1. Can I use firmware for the older Archos 50 Saphir on this phone?

No. The 50 Saphir and the 50x Saphir are different models. Although their names and chipsets are similar, they may have different internal components. It is crucial to use the firmware that exactly matches your device name (50x) to avoid software conflicts or bricking the phone.

Q2. My phone's battery drains quickly. Will this firmware fix it?

A clean firmware flash is an excellent way to resolve software-related battery drain. The Saphir 50x has a large 4000 mAh battery, so unusual drain is often caused by rogue apps or system bugs. After flashing, it's a good idea to calibrate the battery by charging it to 100%, letting it fully discharge until it powers off, and then charging back to 100% without interruption.

Q3. I'm getting a "BROM ERROR" in SP Flash Tool. What should I do?

BROM errors typically indicate a communication failure. The most common causes are incorrect VCOM drivers, a faulty USB cable, or an unstable USB port. Re-install the drivers, try a different cable/port, and ensure the phone is completely powered off before connecting it.

Archos Saphir 50x Stock Firmware (Flash File)

The Archos Saphir 50x is a rugged 5.0-inch smartphone from the French company Archos, released in 2017. Designed for durability with an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, it also features a large 4000 mAh battery and runs on Android 7.0 Nougat. If your Archos Saphir 50x is bricked, stuck in a bootloop, or suffering from persistent software errors, flashing the official stock firmware is the definitive method to restore it to its original, functional state.

Important Note:
This device is powered by a MediaTek chipset and requires the SP Flash Tool. This process will completely erase all your personal data. Please ensure you have backed up anything important before proceeding.

⚠️ Prerequisites: Before You Begin

Click Here for the Essential Pre-Flashing Checklist

Backup Your Data: All your files, photos, and contacts on the internal storage will be permanently deleted during this process.
Charge The Battery: To prevent interruptions, ensure the phone’s battery has at least a 50% charge before you begin.
Windows PC & USB Cable: This procedure requires a Windows computer and the phone’s micro USB data cable.

📱 Quick Device Specifications

Device: Archos Saphir 50x
Release Year: 2017
Chipset: MediaTek MT6737M
Display: 5.0″ HD IPS LCD (1280×720)
Battery: 4000 mAh
OS: Android 7.0 Nougat
RAM/Storage: 2GB / 16GB

🛠 Required Tools & Downloads

File / Tool	Download Link
SP Flash Tool	Download Tool
MediaTek USB VCOM Drivers	Download Drivers

⬇️ Archos Saphir 50x Stock ROM / Firmware

Model	Android	Chipset	Type	Download	Size
Saphir 50x	7.0 Nougat	MediaTek MT6737M	SP Flash Tool	MediaFire	1.0 GB

⚡ Quick Flashing Guide

Download and install the MediaTek VCOM drivers. Extract the firmware (Archos_Saphir_50x...zip) and the SP Flash Tool on your PC.
Launch flash_tool.exe. Click the “Scatter-loading” button and select the MT6737M_Android_scatter.txt file from the extracted firmware folder.
Ensure the flashing mode in the dropdown menu is set to “Download Only.”
Power off your phone completely. Click the green “Download” button in SP Flash Tool, then immediately connect the powered-off phone to your PC.
The flash will start automatically. Once you see the green checkmark pop-up, you can disconnect the phone and power it on.

For a more detailed, step-by-step guide on this process, please refer to our main tutorial:
👉 Full Tutorial: How to Flash MediaTek Firmware with SP Flash Tool

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Can I use firmware for the older Archos 50 Saphir on this phone?: No. The 50 Saphir and the 50x Saphir are different models. Although their names and chipsets are similar, they may have different internal components. It is crucial to use the firmware that exactly matches your device name (50x) to avoid software conflicts or bricking the phone.
Q2. My phone’s battery drains quickly. Will this firmware fix it?: A clean firmware flash is an excellent way to resolve software-related battery drain. The Saphir 50x has a large 4000 mAh battery, so unusual drain is often caused by rogue apps or system bugs. After flashing, it’s a good idea to calibrate the battery by charging it to 100%, letting it fully discharge until it powers off, and then charging back to 100% without interruption.
Q3. I’m getting a “BROM ERROR” in SP Flash Tool. What should I do?: BROM errors typically indicate a communication failure. The most common causes are incorrect VCOM drivers, a faulty USB cable, or an unstable USB port. Re-install the drivers, try a different cable/port, and ensure the phone is completely powered off before connecting it.

🔧 Device-Specific Troubleshooting

Phone Not Detected by PC: If the flash tool doesn’t respond when you connect the phone, it’s a driver or connection sequence issue. Re-install the VCOM drivers. Then, click “Download” in the tool, press and hold the Volume Down button on the phone, and then connect the USB cable. This often forces the device into the correct flashing mode.
“PMT changed for the ROM” Error: This partition error can occur if the existing software on the phone has a different layout from the firmware you are flashing. To fix this, change the flashing mode in SP Flash Tool from “Download Only” to “Firmware Upgrade” and try again. This will erase all data.
Invalid IMEI After Flashing: This is caused by erasing the NVRAM partition, which happens if you use the “Format All + Download” option. This stock firmware, when flashed in “Download Only” mode, will not restore a lost IMEI. You will need a separate, more advanced tool like Maui META to write your original IMEI numbers back to the phone.
Stuck on Archos Logo After Flashing: If the flash completes but the phone won’t boot, you must perform a factory reset. Power off the device, then boot into recovery mode (usually by holding Power + Volume Up). In the menu, select “wipe data/factory reset,” and then reboot.