So i have SultanXDA's CM13 ROM with the Lightning Kernel, and its a pretty darn stable ROM. It comes with an underclock down to 1.9Ghz, and you barely even notice it, and with this come good battery life.
I've been trying to see if they're is anything better (Sorry Sultan), but in all of the threads it just says almost everything that is included in every stock CM ROM.
Is there a difference?
P.S. If there are any other suggestions to what ROM you use or how to get the most out of any one, leave it below too. :good:
Cheers,
KnightGalahad
LOL I just switched from Sultan's to Omni yesterday just to try it out, since I was wondering the same thing. Stability-wise, IMHO there isn't much of a difference - they're both pretty damned stable. I miss some of the CM little things on Sultan's - like the cLock widget with the built in weather, being able to longpress the back button to kill an app, and being able to decrease animation speeds to less than .5x. With Omni you can tweak your kernel right from Settings, but I don't do much of that on my phone (tablet is another story) so it really isn't important for me to have that feature. Having Privacy Guard there is important to me, but Omni doesn't have that.
I'm probably going to give it another day or so just because it's kind of a pain in the arse to reconfigure alarms, ringtones, individual notifications etc, but I'm probably going back to Sultan's. Don't get me wrong, Omni is one helluva ROM, but at this point I'm thinking it might not be for me.
TBT, I'd really like to get away from CM altogether. I don't want TruCaller, I don't want Cortana, & I don't want anything to do with Microsoft. If BeansTown106 ever makes PureNexus for the OPO I'll be all over it like a fat kid on a cupcake just so I'd have the same ROM across all devices, but until that happens I'll probably stick with Sultan.
I'm using SAOSP, based on Omni. Just enough customization for my liking, and runs excellent. Great battery life, no issues whatsoever to report on my end. Give it a shot you wont be disappointed
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I'm using SAOSP, based on Omni. Just enough customization for my liking, and runs excellent. Great battery life, no issues whatsoever to report on my end. Give it a shot you wont be disappointed
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Does it support raw photos?
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Does it support raw photos?
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Not sure to be honest...
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First off, I apologize if this the wrong spot. First thread and this category seemed appropriate. Now the main question. My PACman ROM I really love but the battery life is horrendous! I really like the ultimate customization but honestly the battery life is irritating. Now I want to switch to Viper. I was also planning to flash a custom kernel. ElementalX I believe it's called. Now I need help if I should switch. Many thanks!
EDIT 1: I installed Viper, it ran smoothly, but what I like to call "self plug-ins" are way to much from Venom. They have to many Venom/Viper apps and they are probably useless. So uninstalled and hopefully I'll research more of the tweaks for a better experience next time.
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First off, I apologize if this the wrong spot. First thread and this category seemed appropriate. Now the main question. My PACman ROM I really love but the battery life is horrendous! I really like the ultimate customization but honestly the battery life is irritating. Now I want to switch to Viper. I was also planning to flash a custom kernel. ElementalX I believe it's called. Now I need help if I should switch. Many thanks!
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I haven't used PACman, but I'm a huge fan of CM10 (not 10.1 for me yet).
I used ViperOneS for about 7 months and enjoyed it, but it definitely still felt a little bloated (and that was using a custom kernel with the system overclocked and undervolted). The customization was nice, it had few bugs, and the sense camera is hard to beat. I have limited experience with Viper 2.0 - so someone else may need to chime in about it specifically. I used the de-Sensed installer and it still felt slightly bloated.
CM10 is a much cleaner experience in my opinion. Even without a custom kernel that has the chip overclocked, the ROM runs much more smoothly. It is nearly a perfect ROM except for the camera. It's not bad, but it's definitely nowhere near as good as Sense. I would also say that CM is more stable than Viper, but only slightly so.
It really comes down to what you value.
@ OP, what do you expect from this question? There are people who say Viper is great (including me) and others who will say it isn't worth it to switch. Just try and flash and see for yourself to get the best inside info about this ROM. After that you can tell us if it was worth it
Nit trying to be rude or something, but if you got a battery drain problem, then its probably not the ROM(although I use JellyBAM - not from xda), but something else. I used pacman in the past, and it was similar to Stoxk sense, or maybe a little better. Try a clean install, and try not to restore any settings. If battery life still isn't right, then its probably an app behaving poorly.
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@ OP, what do you expect from this question? There are people who say Viper is great (including me) and others who will say it isn't worth it to switch. Just try and flash and see for yourself to get the best inside info about this ROM. After that you can tell us if it was worth it
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I'm just looking for a better battery life, smooth performance, and a just an overall easy experience. I'm used to Jellybean ROMs the most, so sense type are kinda new for me.
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Nit trying to be rude or something, but if you got a battery drain problem, then its probably not the ROM(although I use JellyBAM - not from xda), but something else. I used pacman in the past, and it was similar to Stoxk sense, or maybe a little better. Try a clean install, and try not to restore any settings. If battery life still isn't right, then its probably an app behaving poorly.
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I've done so many reinstalls. Maybe in the past week I'll say 10. I played the pretty CPU and GPU demanding game ago. But I haven't played in awhile and it's not running.
hi guys,
I have been running ViperXL for the past one year. However, I have been longing for stock android for a long time. However, the last time I tried CM/AOKP (couple of months back) - the feature set was not on par with Sense 4 ROMS - mainly around driver issues.
For e.g. there were bluetooth problems, HDMI/MHL did not work, battery life was much worse, etc. I was wondering if that has gotten fixed and original android roms are on par with the Sense based roms.
FWIW - I'm not actually worried about the power features like some notification bars, etc. but basically fundamental performance and functional comparisons.
For a long time, AOSP ROMs have had as many/more features than Sense ROMs and everything works just fine. The battery life isn't quite as good, but it's acceptable.
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hi guys,
I have been running ViperXL for the past one year. However, I have been longing for stock android for a long time. However, the last time I tried CM/AOKP (couple of months back) - the feature set was not on par with Sense 4 ROMS - mainly around driver issues.
For e.g. there were bluetooth problems, HDMI/MHL did not work, battery life was much worse, etc. I was wondering if that has gotten fixed and original android roms are on par with the Sense based roms.
FWIW - I'm not actually worried about the power features like some notification bars, etc. but basically fundamental performance and functional comparisons.
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You may try the stable cm10 rom. Its good.
Cm10.1 is good, plus has a new 3.4 kernel, which in your case may not be suitable, unless few little bugs don't bother you a lot.
You can also try sense 5 roms, but then again, no Bluetooth as of now.
Try Rebeless rom. Its based on stock sense4+ but gives you an Aosp feeling.
I hope this helped. :good:
I keep coming back to sense in the end.. Little bugs here and there and the battery life is usually pretty bad. Radio problems are huge. On my college campus many of the rooms have 0 reception, forcing me to toggle airplane mode when I got out of class before I could reconnect to the towers. Caused me to miss a lot of texts and calls...
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I keep coming back to sense in the end.. Little bugs here and there and the battery life is usually pretty bad. Radio problems are huge. On my college campus many of the rooms have 0 reception, forcing me to toggle airplane mode when I got out of class before I could reconnect to the towers. Caused me to miss a lot of texts and calls...
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thats what I'm worried about - my phone is work critical to me. I need to be available on phone, chat, email all the time. Which is why I'm concerned that there is no real replacement for Sense based ROMs in terms of stability and performance. Extra features ? maybe - but that's not what I need.
If you really want to use aosp you could try one of the 4.1 ROMs. In particular, the King Kang ROM by Rohan is awesome. It never missed a beat for me, and had the great customization that aosp offers.
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IMHO if your phone is used for work you shouldn't even root it... That's a huge security risk for any data kept on your phone.
I would have a separate phone for work and for rooting.
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Not only did I root it, but I was part of the bounty that originally rooted it !
I'm not worried about blowing out my phone - that i can replace.
I just don't want a non performing phone as my daily driver.
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timmaaa said:
If you really want to use aosp you could try one of the 4.1 ROMs. In particular, the King Kang ROM by Rohan is awesome. It never missed a beat for me, and had the great customization that aosp offers.
How much battery life are you getting? Any problems with HDMI out (need it for presentations)
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I'm not running that ROM anymore, but from memory depending on use the overall battery time could be towards 20 hours or so. And I think I usually got between 2-3 hours screen on time. Always on mobile data, no WiFi.
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Personally I found that battery life was close to double on sense based Roms.
Overall sense Roms feel smoother, and aosp Roms feel faster.
YMMV.
I usually run sense based (viperxl) but get bored and will try aosp randomly . always go back to viper though
Edit: if your looking for a daily driver I would go sense based for sure.
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The_Zodiac said:
Personally I found that battery life was close to double on sense based Roms.
Overall sense Roms feel smoother, and aosp Roms feel faster.
YMMV.
I usually run sense based (viperxl) but get bored and will try aosp randomly . always go back to viper though
Edit: if your looking for a daily driver I would go sense based for sure.
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What kind of battery life do you get on sense? I can push 3 days on aokp
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What kind of battery life do you get on sense? I can push 3 days on aokp
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roughly 5 hours screen on and 20+ hours standbye.
but I would rate my usage as medium-heavy.
aosp based. (aokp included) usually get about half of that
But yeah with less usage/screen time my battery would probably last a long time
Hi guys,
Thanks for all your help so far! Love this forum.
I'm pretty noob when it comes to Android customization, so I wanted your opinion: I'm trying to decide whether to run a stable, fast ROM, or simply stock with GravityBox and Franco Kernel.
Here are my considerations:
I'm not an advanced user, but I do use my phone a lot for work and personal things like email, browser, gps, videos, etc. Since I rely on it a lot, stability is pretty key. However, I get really bothered by some UI restrictions on stock (in particular non-customizable Quick Settings, non-customizable status/nav bars, and no PIE, but other small things count too). GravityBox is sufficient for the customization I need, but at this point speed and battery life come into consideration also. I wouldn't mind a longer battery since I use the phone pretty heavily. Speed is a consideration in that it would help me get things done faster.
So I guess my dilemma is whether I should use stock while relying on GB for customization and Franco kernel for battery efficiency, or if I should run a stable, fast ROM like SlimKat for the same purposes?
Xposed will slow things down so IMHO if a ROM has all your needs, use that.
That said I use a ROM and xposed
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rootSU said:
Xposed will slow things down so IMHO if a ROM has all your needs, use that.
That said I use a ROM and xposed
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Exactly. But even I prefer stock + GB
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Thanks for the replies guys. What ROM would you recommend for GB-like customization options, stability, and good battery life?
karabasdutapis said:
Hi guys,
Thanks for all your help so far! Love this forum.
I'm pretty noob when it comes to Android customization, so I wanted your opinion: I'm trying to decide whether to run a stable, fast ROM, or simply stock with GravityBox and Franco Kernel.
Here are my considerations:
I'm not an advanced user, but I do use my phone a lot for work and personal things like email, browser, gps, videos, etc. Since I rely on it a lot, stability is pretty key. However, I get really bothered by some UI restrictions on stock (in particular non-customizable Quick Settings, non-customizable status/nav bars, and no PIE, but other small things count too). GravityBox is sufficient for the customization I need, but at this point speed and battery life come into consideration also. I wouldn't mind a longer battery since I use the phone pretty heavily. Speed is a consideration in that it would help me get things done faster.
So I guess my dilemma is whether I should use stock while relying on GB for customization and Franco kernel for battery efficiency, or if I should run a stable, fast ROM like SlimKat for the same purposes?
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Yep, SlimKat, If stock Slim is missing a feature, about 50 people in that thread build their own Slim with some mods. One guy builds a version that has a DL/UL speed indication, L-style navbar buttons, and a bunch of other things.
Kernel, use Code_Blue. I prefer it over Franco. Just don't use the stock Slim kernel.
rahulpat13 said:
Exactly. But even I prefer stock + GB
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Stock ROM is awful IMHO.
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rootSU said:
Stock ROM is awful IMHO.
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Thats why we have slim rom
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Thats why we have slim rom
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Indeed. Even then I still add xposed though.
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I'll add my usual comment..... Lol
Roms have near nothing to do with battery life. It's setup and usage that make or break battery life.
Don't factor battery life into Rom decisions.... They're all the same. ?
KJ said:
I'll add my usual comment..... Lol
Roms have near nothing to do with battery life. It's setup and usage that make or break battery life.
Don't factor battery life into Rom decisions.... They're all the same. ?
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The only way a ROM can really affect battery is if a feature is designed poorly or there's a derp in the build..
But yeah, you can't really improve "ROM battery life", you can only make sure there aren't any problems which affect it negatively.
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Really? I have the stock ROM and xposed with six different modules and I haven't noticed a substantial performance difference. Perhaps it's one of the modules you have installed or maybe xposed doesn't play as well with your ROM as it does with stock?
BirchBarlow said:
Really? I have the stock ROM and xposed with six different modules and I haven't noticed a substantial performance difference. Perhaps it's one of the modules you have installed or maybe xposed doesn't play as well with your ROM as it does with stock?
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Xposed is always going to slow it down. The amount, however, is different for everyone.
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I'll add my usual comment..... Lol
Roms have near nothing to do with battery life. It's setup and usage that make or break battery life.
Don't factor battery life into Rom decisions.... They're all the same. ?
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So what about things like Franco Kernel, which claims to slow down processor when not in use to conserve battery?
And thanks for the help guys. I flashed SlimKat for now and am so far pretty happy with it.
Lethargy said:
Xposed is always going to slow it down. The amount, however, is different for everyone.
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Currently m an exception . Only module m using is gb...and by far havent noticed any slowdown...
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Currently m an exception . Only module m using is gb...and by far havent noticed any slowdown...
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Might not be noticeable, or it might be obvious, it's still always going to slow it down overall. Different experience between different people.
karabasdutapis said:
So what about things like Franco Kernel, which claims to slow down processor when not in use to conserve battery?
And thanks for the help guys. I flashed SlimKat for now and am so far pretty happy with it.
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I've used every Rom and kernel almost and after setting each up how I regularly do, and with similar usage patterns always....my battery times were always similar.
I never play with the clock speeds I should add......but that's my experience. The roms or kernels I used made no real difference to my battery life.
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Yes I've seen lots of "claims"....And guess what, many believe them. ?
So I just installed CM 11, it runs really good, but there's a significant problem.
The phone wakes up really slowly, and sometimes it never does. And when it does, there's often a slow scanning effect.
The Omnirom builds had the same issue, but it happened less frequently.
Is there a way to fix that? Honestly, it gets on my nerves, and I can't return to stock.
stuckbootloader said:
So I just installed CM 11, it runs really good, but there's a significant problem.
The phone wakes up really slowly, and sometimes it never does. And when it does, there's often a slow scanning effect.
The Omnirom builds had the same issue, but it happened less frequently.
Is there a way to fix that? Honestly, it gets on my nerves, and I can't return to stock.
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Try this rom here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-l/development/rom-aosb-project-1-3-7-t2873337
This rom is built on CM11 but has more and more feature than CM11
I've been using this rom for about two months and until now everything run smoothly ,SO give it a try.
I don't know.. That ROM you suggested has a lot of features, but I won't be using half of them.
stuckbootloader said:
I don't know.. That ROM you suggested has a lot of features, but I won't be using half of them.
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Lol
Just try and you can customize your phone and add tweaks to kernel and yhe battery life is awsome.
Currently i'm using @sulthanxda's 6.01 ROM,
Its a great ROM with good features, the best Camera and stuff, But by the end of the day Battery is all what matters. I'm not having enough juice to enjoy the features it gives. So please help me find a better ROM with good battery.
Thanks
I'm using marsh cm13 with no issue and perfect battery life.
you can give a shot..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/development/rom-marsh-t3258130
Thanks man!
Fataldose said:
I'm using marsh cm13 with no issue and perfect battery life.
you can give a shot..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/development/rom-marsh-t3258130
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But i like to try something different this time
ressurection remix
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/development/rom-ressurrection-remix-m-t3270147
I've just switched from Sultan's CM13 to AICP. Looks rock solid so far, and has a world of tweaks and customizations. I also switched to take use of the CM kernel branch since Sultan's uses CAF
KnightGalahad
Darkobas
krikz said:
Currently i'm using @sulthanxda's 6.01 ROM,
Its a great ROM with good features, the best Camera and stuff, But by the end of the day Battery is all what matters. I'm not having enough juice to enjoy the features it gives. So please help me find a better ROM with good battery.
Thanks
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I agree with you, that the Sultana ROM 6 is great. On the other hand, I am getting spectacular battery. Stock Sultana it was pretty good, meaning I'd lose4 -5% over night with the phone 'off', but using DS Battery saver, power use goes flat lie overnight... just flat line.
The rest of the time is 'normal', depending on what I'm doing... and still very good, as the battery will last several days of moderate use, several hours of gaming, and general 'stuff'.
Sry
This question is like coming in a bar and asking which drink is the best.
Trafalgar Square said:
This question is like coming in a bar and asking which drink is the best.
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Well if I were ordering from the top shelf, premium menu it would be @jgcaaps LAG FREE 6.0.1 ROM.
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krikz said:
Currently i'm using @sulthanxda's 6.01 ROM,
Its a great ROM with good features, the best Camera and stuff, But by the end of the day Battery is all what matters. I'm not having enough juice to enjoy the features it gives. So please help me find a better ROM with good battery.
Thanks
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SAOSP by @F4uzan + Stranostrano Kernel by @stranostrano
darkobas .. simply osum!!
RaCyanOS v18. Works flawlessly and has cmos13 goodies
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How are the ROMs named here better than the CM nightlys? I'm using them since I got the phone more than a year ago.
Just curious
You can't say, if a ROM is better or worse than another ROM. Every ROM has his own taste.
Well then let's say what are your reasons for using them instead of the more "standard" CM?
I just need my phone to be stable and have a good battery life.
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Well then let's say what are your reasons for using them instead of the more "standard" CM?
I just need my phone to be stable and have a good battery life.
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Yes, but you are not the only one who has a S3 and want to use custom ROMs.
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Yes, but you are not the only one who has a S3 and want to use custom ROMs.
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I guess you got the wrong quote?
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I guess you got the wrong quote?
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yes
Yes, but you are not the only one who has a OnePlus 2 and want to use custom ROMs.
I can't see the point in this discussion and also not how it relates to my original question.
(The qustion beeing what ones reasons are to use a particular ROM) There is no point in posting something like "I'm using ROM xy" without naming any reasons.