Because of the locked bootloader, the development scene for the Nova 5T is not as active as for brands like Xiaomi or Google Pixel.
If you have successfully secured an unlock code, here are the standard steps to prepare for a ROM flash: Nova 5t Custom Rom
The single biggest hurdle for any custom ROM installation on the Nova 5T is the . Because of the locked bootloader, the development scene
: While older Kirin chipsets (like the 960 or 659) have open-source exploits like PotatoNV , the Kirin 980 in the Nova 5T is much more secure. Because of the locked bootloader