SM-X236C 1 country Android 16

Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G X236CZCU4BZE8 Firmware

Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G X236CZCU4BZE8 is an Android 16 firmware for China (CHC). It is the same firmware configured per region and carrier (CSC). Find your country below, verify the file and download for free. Compared with the previous build X236CZCS4AZD4, Android and the bootloader binary are unchanged, so you can switch between the two in both directions. A newer build for SM-X236C is available: X236CZCS5BZF2.

OS updates guaranteed until: Android 23. Security updates until: Nov 23, 2032
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Android 16
OS Version
n/a
Build Date
2026-02-05
Security patch
1
Countries
1
CSC codes
4
Bootloader binary

Bootloader binary 4. Flashing firmware with a lower binary is usually blocked by Samsung anti-rollback.

Newer builds of Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G use bootloader binary 5 (latest: X236CZCS5BZF2). If your device already runs binary 5, this build cannot be flashed.

All regional downloads

Pick your region (CSC) to download the matching firmware package.

Paste your current build number from Settings > About phone (About tablet) > Software information, or the output of *#1234#.
    MODEM/CP Version: X236CZCU4BZE8
    ModelRegionCSC VersionRelease dateSizeFile nameDownload
    SM-X236C
    CHC China
    X236CCHC4BZE8 2026-06-04 7.642 GiB
    SM-X236C_1_20260519103050_jnzhm24mcx_fac.zip

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    Device specifications

    • Display diagonal27.9 cm (11")
    • Display resolution1920 x 1200 pixels
    • Rear camera resolution8 MP
    • Rear camera typeSingle camera
    • Front camera resolution5 MP
    • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
    • Weight482 g

    Specifications of SM-X236B, a regional variant of the same device. Chipset and SIM lines are left out: they can differ by region.

    What's new in X236CZCU4BZE8

    One UI 8.5
    Visual design

    Fresh new look
    One UI seamlessly integrates into your daily routine by combining immersive visuals with meaningful personalization for a more refined and sophisticated design. Transparent blur effects add depth and make content easier to navigate, while floating elements react organically to your workflow for a more focused experience. Through familiar and intuitive data visualization, One UI delivers a design that feels both personal and relatable, helping you focus on what matters.

    Home and Lock screens

    New downloadable wallpapers
    Discover new wallpapers featuring interactive elements. Wallpapers are downloadable so they don’t use up your storage space when not in use.

    More customizable clock fonts
    Personalize your Lock screen clock. You can now adjust the thickness of more font styles to match your preferred look.

    Clock

    Weather alarm backgrounds
    Wake up to an alarm that gets you ready for the day’s weather. Your alarm screen can now show the current weather conditions as a background when it rings.

    Time zone converter
    Compare time zones at a glance. The new slider in the Clock app makes it easy to check the time difference between places around the world.

    Connectivity

    Storage Share
    Access your files anywhere. Files from your other Samsung phones, tablets, and PCs are available in the My Files app on your tablet. You can also access your tablet's files on other Samsung devices, even your TV.

    Auto Hotspot
    Share your tablet's internet connection more easily. You can now share your hotspot with your Samsung account family group, or create your own hotspot sharing group with anyone you choose.

    Family device sharing
    Easily connect and share files, screens, cameras, storage and more with your family. Family device sharing lets you use features like S Share, Camera Share, Storage Share, Auto Hotspot, and Multi control with Galaxy devices that belong to your family members.

    Quickly connect to Smart View devices
    Connect to your favorite display faster. You can now add a shortcut on your Home screen to instantly mirror your tablet’s screen to a TV or other display device.

    Battery and power

    Revamped battery info
    See your battery use more clearly. The redesigned Battery settings screen makes it easier to check remaining time, charging status, and daily usage over the past week.

    Improved Power saving
    Use Power saving to make your battery last longer without charging. Choose Standard for moderate savings and customizable limits, or choose Maximum to turn off all non-essential features and make your battery last as long as possible.

    Security and privacy

    Turn off Auto blocker temporarily
    If you need to temporarily disable Auto blocker's security protection, a new option lets you turn it on automatically 30 minutes later so you don't forget.

    Accessibility

    Dwell action and Corner actions
    The Auto action after pointer stops feature has been divided into 2 features. Dwell action lets you set custom actions when your mouse stops moving for a certain amount of time. Corner actions let you set a different action for each corner of the screen.

    Even more improvements

    More customizable quick panel
    Arrange your quick settings just the way you like them. You can now add, remove, reorder, and reorganize controls in the quick panel.

    Early alerts for reminders
    Get alerts before reminders are due to make sure you don’t forget important tasks. You can choose how far in advance to get an alert for each reminder.

    Insert tables in Samsung Notes
    Organize information in your notes with tables. You can adjust column widths, colors, and border designs while the auto calculation feature helps you stay productive and save time.

    Partial screen recording
    Include only what you need in your screen recordings. You can now select only the part of the screen that you want to record.

    Calculator nudges
    Save time on calculations. Numbers and formulas copied to your clipboard will be suggested when you open Calculator so you can enter them with a quick tap.

    How to flash X236CZCU4BZE8

    • X236CZCU4BZE8 has bootloader binary 4. Your device must run binary 4 or lower: it is the 5th character from the end of your current build number.
    • CSC: Use CSC for a clean install, to change the region (CSC code), to downgrade or to repair a device that does not boot.
    • HOME_CSC: Use HOME_CSC to update the same model and region while keeping your data. Back up anyway: a failed update can still require a reset.
    • The Download Mode key combo depends on the model: see all combos.
    Full flashing guide
    Beware: Manually flashing firmwares may brick your device. Use it at your own risk and follow our tutorial steps.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    X236CZCU4BZE8 is Android 16 firmware for Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G, released for China (CHC). It includes the 2026-02-05 security patch.

    No. A newer build for SM-X236C is available: X236CZCS5BZF2. Install it instead of X236CZCU4BZE8 unless you need this exact version. The previous build was X236CZCS4AZD4.

    Download the package for your region (CSC) and unzip it. In Odin, load each file into the slot with the same name: BL, AP, CP (if the package has one) and CSC, or HOME_CSC to keep your data. Odin checks the built-in checksum of every .tar.md5 file before flashing. The download is 7.642 GiB; keep about twice that free on the computer to unzip it. The Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G must be on bootloader binary 4 or lower.

    This build uses bootloader binary 4. It can be flashed on a Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G running binary 4 or lower; if the device already has a higher binary, Odin stops with "SW REV CHECK FAIL". 1 other build of this model uses the same binary, so you can switch between them in both directions.

    Other builds and changelog for Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    One UI 8.5
    Visual design

    Fresh new look
    One UI seamlessly integrates into your daily routine by combining immersive visuals with meaningful personalization for a more refined and sophisticated design. Transparent blur effects add depth and make content easier to navigate, while floating elements react organically to your workflow for a more focused experience. Through familiar and intuitive data visualization, One UI delivers a design that feels both personal and relatable, helping you focus...

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    • Stability and reliability
    Device behavior has been improved.
    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

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    No changelog details available.