(Windows 8/10/11):

Troubleshooting MediaTek bootloaders requires a delicate balance of software and hardware knowledge. If you want, I can help you :

Resolving this issue requires forcing the phone out of its boot loop so it can accept a clean, authorized factory firmware image. Method 1: The Hardware Button Force-Reset

Device won't boot normally │ ▼ Connect to PC while powered off │ ├──→ No PC detection │ │ │ ▼ │ Try different cable/port → Still no detection? │ │ │ ▼ │ Hardware issue likely (damaged port/emmc) │ ├──→ Detection but disconnects repeatedly │ │ │ ▼ │ Authentication issue (common on newer Oppo/Realme) │ │ │ ▼ │ Requires Auth bypass tool │ └──→ Stable detection, device heats up │ ▼ Driver issue OR firmware corruption │ ▼ Reinstall drivers → Still heating? │ ▼ Preloader likely corrupted → requires preloader repair

If your phone is hot to the touch and loops in "Preloader" even without being plugged into a computer, it is likely suffering from a hardware short. Check your charging cable and wall adapter for damage.

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Before attempting to access the preloader, ensure you have:

The PC should briefly detect the "MediaTek PreLoader USB VCOM" port. Common Uses for Oppo/Realme Devices

If your device is overheating while stuck in preloader mode, follow these immediate safety steps: