⚠️ (e.g., “MXQ V3.1”, “S805_V1.2”) — wrong ROM = brick.
If you manage to find a clean, legitimate ROM (usually a stripped-down version of stock Android 5.0): amlogic s805 custom rom free
Then, a logo. Not the stock "MXQ" logo, but a custom boot animation—a stylized gear spinning rapidly. It was smooth. There was no lag. ⚠️ (e