[Nexus 6  General] vlaf:
I made a little changes to OP (less scrolling :D), if [MENTION=3777325]wavedashdoc[/MENTION] liked, feel free to use it :)

***The purpose of this thread is to discuss all of the current Oreo roms that are available and listed below.*** ​

While there are plenty of discussions within the individual threads themselves (and all over the place), I thought it would be beneficial to have one 'central' on going thread. My Goal is to give users an easy way to keep track of the various 8.1 roms and to bring awareness to those looking for a daily driver that fits their needs.

Please keep this discussion to only Oreo Roms, as once android P comes a new thread can be created.

Please keep the discussion clean, no bashing someone's opinion or a Dev/Rom. No links, unless they are your own ROM and no drama please.

Also please no links for DU or SiX / Nephlim!

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Table of contents

Section 1:

1. ROM title highlighted in Orange -> Direct link to XDA thread or direct download to ROM.

2. Dev highlighted in Orange -> direct link to the ROM Developers GitHub page.

3. Code Base -> (either ASOP, CAF, Lineage)

4. Device Tree-> Due to the fact that devs are using different "developer device tree' on Github for 8.1 (since there are no official google provided images) I have decided to state what developer or ROM community the ROM base is from. This is a work in progress!

5. DRM Widevine Support -> ( Netflix, YouTube TV Support)

L1 = 1080p playback.

L3 = 480p playback.

6. Custom Kernel Support -> ***Custom Kernel Support is limited due to many roms using different device trees***

7. Description -> A brief description about the rom based on my experience and feedback from users.

8. Notes -> Any notes that may influence your reason to flash.

9. Security Patch -> Current security patch date.

10. ROM update -> Current ROM build.

Section 2:

1. Recommend GAPPs

2. Flashing instructions

3. My Kernel Tweaks.

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After reviewing each option here are some topics to be discussed about your experience:

- Stability.

- Features. (Added additions from stock)

- Stock feature status. ( Whats working: Bluetooth, NFC, etc)

- Feel/Smoothness.

- Battery life. (Screen on time, deep sleep)

- Changes from previous version.

- Which GAPPs your using. (See section towards the end of the OP for links)

- Custom kernel support.

- Bugs or issues. ( Random reboot, etc)

- Developer.

- Current version. (last updated)

- How long you have been running the rom.

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***My ROM experience***

Updated: 3/26/18

I myself have tried AndroidX, Cypher, Beltz, DU, AquariOS and Nitrogen. On AndroidX, Beltz and Nitrogen I get around 4-5 hours of SOT. After running Nitrogen all weekend, I can say that this rom is an excellent choice. I ran Beltz for around 4 months before trying Nitrogen, as Beltz was extremely stable and smooth for me.

I have returned to Setiawanjimmy's Beltz (the 3/26/18 build that was posted before being pulled) now that he has bundled in ElementalX 5.12. Also having dark notifications built in now is great! Same stability as before thanks to Camcory's excellent base.

I always flash Magisk for root.

In addition I flash the Google Product Sans font module.

I also use Adaway 3.3.

I'm interested to hear your opinions and I'll share more of mine as well!

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****(Most ROM downloads can be found at Androidfilehost. )***

- I will try to update the OP as often as I can to keep as current as possible. Currently, all of these are on 8.1.

- Devs, If you'd like your ROM listed, please comment in the thread below, or PM me.

- The ROMs below are not in any particular order. 19 through 25 were added 'as released'.

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Section 1:

*** THE ROM LIST ***

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1. AndroidX

Dev: Camcory

Description: AndroidX is a close to stock ROM with select custom ROM features. This developer has provided a stable device tree that a many of the ROMs below are using. First release was Nov 2017. At the end of March 2018 Camcory took over as the maintainer for AOSiP. Currently the state of his AndroidX ROM is unknown.

Code Base: AOSP

Device Tree: Camcory

DRM: Working at L1

Custom Kernel Support:

- ElementalX 5 - 5.08 (5.11 and up boot loop do to new device tree)

Notes:

- BT and NFC stable.

- No random reboots

- Consistent Deep sleep

- Stability over features.

Security Patch: February 2018

ROM Updated: 2/24/18

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2. Beltz

Dev: Setiawanjimmy

Description: Beltz is a close to stock ROM built off of Camcory's AndroidX device tree. This ROM expands and adds to the custom features seen in AndroidX. (see link for full change log and feature set). The same stability of AndroidX applies to Beltz and many users, myself included, consider this the sweet spot of stability and features. First released on Nov 2017 with continued support. Setiawanjimmy has a track record of providing 2 -3 ROM updates per month.

Code Base: AOSP

Device Tree: Camcory

DRM: Working at L1

Custom Kernel Support:

- ElementalX 5-5.08 for 3/14/18 build and below. (5.11 and up boot loop do to new device tree)

- ElementalX 5.12+ as of 3/26/18 build.

Notes:

- Every custom ROM feature and what is noted in Android X.

- Please see ABC ROM XDA thread for full list of features and his provided change log.

- As of the 3/27/18 build, Beltz features ElementalX 5.14 built in.

- ElementalX 5.15+ provides working bluetooth deep sleep.

Security Patch: April 2018

ROM Updated: 4/5/18

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3. ABC

Dev: Setiawanjimmy (based on ABC source)

Description: ABC for Shamu with all features of the Angler and bullhead versions (see link for developer thread). Built off of ABC's device tree as opposed to Camcory's. This ROM is considered as stable as AndroidX and Beltz. Setiawanjimmy has a track record of providing 2 - 3 ROM updates per month.

Code Base: AOSP

Device Tree: ABC ROM

DRM: Working at L1

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

Security Patch: March 2018

ROM Updated: 03/24/18

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4. Cypher OS

Dev: Sirhc95

Description: Cypher OS is another Stock like 8.1 ROM. Cypher newest 5.3 build includes Pixel like features such as "Ambient Play" and "Ambient Weather" on the lockscreen. First 8.1 release was December 2017.

Code Base: AOSP

Device Tree: ?

DRM: Working at L3

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

Security Patch: March 2018

ROM Updated: 03/17/18

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5. DU (Dirty Unicorns)

Dev: Moepda

Description: Moepda's DU has a track record for continuous active development. The developer is known to be responsive and supportive. DU 12 was officially just released March 2018. DU features: Official, Release Candidate (RC) and Weekly builds. On April 6th, DU 12.1 was released.

NOTE: ( I will only be updating Official and RC.)

Code Base: AOSP

Device Tree: DU

DRM: Working at L1

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

Security Patch: March 2018

ROM Updated:

Official: 4/6/18

Release Client (RC): 4/10/18

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6. Nephlim

Dev: Frankie

Description: Frankie was the first developer to port a working public 8.0 Oreo build to shamu. His first ROM was released in August 2017 under the name 'SiX-ROM'. He decided to stop supporting SiX Oreo and switched to Nephlim around the new year. In mid March 2018 he switched back to SiX development and at the end of the month, SiX ROM has reemerged. ( See below ). Current state of this ROM is unknown.

Code Base: AOSP, CAF

Device Tree: ?

DRM: Working at L3

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

Security Patch: February 2018

ROM Updated: 2/17/18

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7. AOSiP

Dev: MikeCriggs (Previous)

Dev: Camcory (Current)

Description: Mike had officially announced that he was done maintaining builds for Shamu on 3/18/18. Camcory announced in the ElementalX thread on 3/26/18 that he would be taking over the maintainer spot for Mike and released his first build of AOSiP on 3/27/18.

Code Base: AOSP, CAF

Device Tree: Camcory

DRM: Working at L1

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

Security Patch: April 2018

ROM Updated: 4/9/18

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8. Resurrection Remix (Unofficial)

Dev: Neo

Description: NEO has built Resurrection Remix unofficially using (RR) source for Shamu. This ROM currently sits as the most feature packed 8.1 ROM out of all currently available. If you like customizing every last detail, look no further.

Code Base: Lineage, slim, omni and original Remix ROM builds

Device Tree: RR

DRM: Reported as L1 (unconfirmed if working)

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

- Features / customization rich like the old days of Cyanogen Mod.

- As noted by NEO for working DRM "you still will need to delete a lib file in order to resolve the playback - liboemcrypto.so needs to be deleted from vendor/lib)." as of 3/9/18 build.

- NEO noted in the ElementalX thread on 3/26/18 that he may be switching to Camcory's device tree for a Variant of AndroidX with his tweaks.

Security Patch: March 2018

ROM Updated: 3/27/18

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9. Nitrogen

Dev: Nitin.chobhe

Description: Nitrogen is a feature rich custom ROM. As of 3/17/18, Nitrogen is built off of Camcory's device tree. From those who have spoken up in the thread, and myself, Nitrogen is a good option as a stable daily driver. This developer actively interacts with users in his thread.

Code Base: AOSP

Device Tree: Camcory

DRM: Working at L1

Custom Kernel Support:

- ElementalX 5.12+

Notes:

- 4/3/18 build has ElementalX 5.16 built in.

Security Patch: April 2018

ROM Updated: 4/3/18

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10. AICP

Dev: LorD ClockaN

Description: (Looking for users feedback)

Code Base: Lineage

Device Tree: Lineage

DRM: ?

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

Security Patch: March 2018

ROM Updated: 3/31/18

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11. CrDroid (Unofficial)

Dev: Chineel

Description: Previously developed by neobuddy89 for 7+, CrDroid was a highly optimized and often experimental build based off of Lineage. The ROM feature a fine tuned custom kernel that had back ported commits seen in the Nexus6p. There is no 'official' maintainer for the ROM, currently but Chineel has provided continued updates.

Code Base: Lineage

Device Tree: Lineage

DRM: ?

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

Security Patch: April 2018

ROM Updated: 4/7/18

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12. Validus (Ground Zero Roms)

Dev: Fraz14

Description: Validus is a variant build based or the Ground Zero Rom (GZR) base. For a full description of this ROM, please see their Google+ community page.

Code Base: AOSP

Device Tree: Ground Zero (GZ)

DRM: Working at L3

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

Security Patch: March 2018

ROM Updated: 3/12/18

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13. Screwd (Official)

Dev: Wrongway213

Description: (Looking for users feedback)

Code Base: AOSP

Device Tree: ?

DRM: ?

Custom Kernel Support:

- ElementalX 5.11

Notes:

Security Patch: March 2018

ROM Updated: 3/20/18

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14. Clean AOSP

Dev: bthorne79

Description: Stock like 8.1 ROM with a few custom ROM features. CleanAOSP has started beta builds. (Bthorne79 posted officially on 3.19.18) Will update with more information once available.

Code Base: AOSP

Device Tree: Camcory

DRM: Working at L1

Custom Kernel Support:

- Elemental X 5.08

Notes:

Security Patch: March 2018

ROM Updated: 3/16/18

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15. Lineage OS (Official)

Dev: Elektroschmock

Description: Elektroschmock is the official maintainer for LineageOS. The Dev also happens to be a main contributor to a stable code base for Shamu's 8.1 kernel. (Used in ElementalX) However, currently ElementalX will not boot on the current builds of Lineage 15.1. He announced that Official builds will start 4/2/18. The Dev opened up a new thread for Lineage 15.1 on 4/4/18 and Official nightlies have started.

Code Base: Lineage

Device Tree: Lineage

DRM: Currently Unsupported.

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

- ROM will force encrypt at boot.

- Features non safety net passing SU built in.

Security Patch: March 2018

ROM Updated: 4/2/18

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16. Velocity

Dev: ctfrommn

Description: Not much is known about this ROM. I found it on non English thread android-port.de. ctfrommn announced on 3/30/18 that development has been halted due to his phone screen being shattered. He currently has no plans to buy another Shamu.

Code Base: AOSP

Device Tree: ?

DRM: Reported as L3 (Unconfirmed if working)

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

Security Patch: March 2018

ROM Updated: 3/19/18

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17. AquariOS (Unofficial)

Dev: MikereDD

Description: From the dev that maintained the popular 'Vanilla Android' ROM on 7+ and Matthew (AKA DespairFactor) whom created the underground ROM "Uberstock" and the "Despair" kernel. The ROM features ElementalX 5.10 built in as of 3/18/18. Custom ROM features (and setting screen) are very similar to DU.

Code Base: ASOP, CAF

Device Tree: ?

DRM: Working at L1

Custom Kernel Support:

- ElementalX 5.10+

Notes:

- DU like settings

- Missing Night light (Unconfirmed past 3.18.18 build)

- Features auto face unlock

- Includes all of the same custom ROM features as Beltz.

Security Patch: April 2018

ROM Updated: 4/8/18

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18. Source Built Oreo

Dev: Chineel

Description: (Looking for users feedback)

Code Base: Lineage

Device Tree: ?

DRM: Reported as L1 (Not working from user input)

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

Security Patch: April 2018

ROM Updated: 4/6/18

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19. Bliss (V10) (Unofficial)

Dev: Aclegg2011dl

Description: (Looking for users feedback)

Code Base: ?

Device Tree: ?

DRM: ?

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

- Alpha (unstable)

- reported issues with system lag and signal loss.

- Just released on AFH on 3.19.18 (more information to come)

Security Patch: March 2018

ROM Updated: 3/19/18

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20. AOSP Extended (Unofficial)

Dev: Krizthian

Description: (Looking for users feedback)

Code Base: AOSP

Device Tree: ?

DRM: ?

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

Security Patch: April 2018

ROM Updated: 4/8/18

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21. SiX

Dev: Frankie

Description: SiX ROM was the first public Oreo ROM to come to the nexus 6 during Oreo's release month of August 2017. After extensive and active support, He decided to stop supporting SiX Oreo and switched to Nephlim around the new year. SiX Oreo originally was based off of Ground Zero ROMs (GZR) device tree. ( I know this because, early leaked builds contained the same boot animation and install script as GZR. I'm unaware of what it is using now. )

Code Base: AOSP, CAF

Device Tree: ?

DRM: Working at L1

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

- Do not share links to this ROM in this thread.

Security Patch: April 2018

ROM Updated: 4/4/18

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22. Carbon

Dev: Team Carbon

Description: (Looking for users feedback)

Code Base: AOSP, CAF

Device Tree: ?

DRM: ?

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

Security Patch: April 2018

ROM Updated: 4/5/18

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23. Dark ROM

Dev: Dark Eyes

Description: (Looking for users feedback)

Code Base: Lineage

Device Tree: ?

DRM: Currently unsupported.

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

Security Patch: April 2018

ROM Updated: 4/3/18

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24. Screwd (Unofficial)

Dev: Fullofhell

Description: (Looking for users feedback)

Code Base: AOSP

Device Tree: Camcory

DRM: ?

Custom Kernel Support:

- ElementalX 5.16 built in.

Notes:

Security Patch: April 2018

ROM Updated: 4/10/18

25. -= X =- (X ROM)

Dev: Neo

Description: NEO has built a stock like minimalist based ROM with hand picked custom ROM features. This a shift from a more is better to less code more stability approach. Also now featuring Camcory's device tree as a base.

Code Base: Lineage, slim, omni and original Remix ROM builds

Device Tree: Camcory

DRM: Working at L1

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes: ?

Security Patch: April 2018

ROM Updated: 4/6/18

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UNRELEASED / UPCOMING ROMS (to be released in the near future)

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26. DotOS 2.1 (Unofficial)

Dev: Krizthian

Description: DotOS is an 8.1 build with Android P UI changes. The rom will also feature OTA updates.

Code Base: ?

Device Tree: ?

DRM: ?

Custom Kernel Support: ?

Notes:

Security Patch: N/A

ROM Updated: Unreleased.

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Section 2:

Recommended Gapps:

Open Gapps Pico (Only flash nano or pico packages, higher packages may remove custom ROM core features used for stability!)

GZR Gapps

DU Gapps

Beans GAPPs (Reported as 64bit, but once downloaded contains ARM 32 bit GAPPS as well)

Before Flashing

1. Make sure to be on the latest TWRP recovery image.

2. Backup your current ROM.

3. Understand that clean flashing is always the best route, and understand that dirty flashing can bring performance degradation and instability.

4. Research is your best friend.

Flashing Instructions

These instructions can be used on any of the ROMs listed below.

A. 'Clean Flashing' (Preferred method)

1. Wipe everything except internal storage.

2. Flash ROM.

3. Flash GAPPs.

4. Flash ElementalX. (Optional but this needs to be done before Magisk)

5. Flash Magisk (Optional but recommended)

6. Flash any Magisk Modules.

7. Reboot.

B. 'Dirty Flashing' (Keep all your apps and data, but risk stability)

1. Wipe cache and Dalvik cache.

2. Flash ROM.

3. Repeat steps from 'A' 3-7.

Note: If you do not flash Magisk at first boot, you may run into a "Device not Certified" message. This is something that was just put into affect on 3/16/18, though it is not fully rolled out as of yet. Follow this XDA post to bypass this issue.

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*** My Custom ElementalX Kernel Adjustments ***

(Set through EX kernel Manager)

Note: If It's not mentioned below, I didn't change anything else within a section.

4/4/18

CPU Governor:

ElementalX

Governor Options:

All stock ElementalX settings

CPU Boost:

Input boost frequency:

1728 Mhz

Input boost milliseconds:

2000

Max CPU Frequency:

2803 (Yes I overclock, your mileage may vary) (I'm

not responsible

of damages to your phone if you choose to OC)

Thermal Throttling:

55

Gestures:

All turned off ( these options sip battery from my experience and the benefits don't out-way the battery consumption.)

Voltage: ( I suggest reading this post before playing around with these settings)

300 Mhz: 665 mV

422 Mhz: 685 mV

652 Mhz: 715 mV

729 Mhz: 725 mV

883 Mhz: 745 mV

960 Mhz: 795 mV

1036 Mhz: 805 mV

1190 Mhz: 825 mV

1267 Mhz: 835 mV

1497 Mhz: 865 mV

1574 Mhz: 875 mV

1728 Mhz: 895 mV

1958 Mhz: 925 mV

2265 Mhz: 980 mV

2496 Mhz: 1025 mV

2572 Mhz: 1040 mV

2649 Mhz: 1055 mV

2726 Mhz: 1070 mV

2803 Mhz: 1085 mV

I/O Scheduler:

Currently: NOOP

Previous: Deadline

Readahead kb:

2048

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Updates to OP

-> 4/10/18

- Added Screwd Unofficial 4/10/18 build.

- Added DU RC 4/10/18 build.

- Added -= X =- (X ROM) 4/6/18 build.

-> 4/9/18

- Added AOSiP 4/9/18 build.

-> 4/8/18

- Added CrDroid 4/7/18 build.

- Added AOSP Extended Unofficial 4/8/18 build.

- Added Source Built Oreo 4/6/18 build.

- Added AquariOS 4/8/18 build.

-> 4/6/18

- Added Beltz 4/5/18 build.

- Added DU 4/6/18 build.

-> 4/5/18

- Added AquariOS 4/4/18 build.

- Added Carbon 4/5/18 build.

-> 4/4/18

- Added SiX 4/4/18 build.

- Added new Lineage thread link.

- Added CrDroid 4/4/18 build.

- Changed ROM base to Device Tree.

- Updated descriptions for a few ROMs.

- Added Unofficial Screwd 4/4/18 build.

- OP Clean up and fixes. (some changes to ROM descriptions)

- Added current kernel tweaks from 4/4/18

- Added actual 'list' of all ROMS for easy navigation.

- Added full ROM name if abbreviated.

-> 4/3/18

- Added Six 4/3/18 build.

- Updated description for Nephlim.

- Added that Six 4/3/18 is only on the March Patch. Not April.

- Added DRM info for ABC.

- Added Nitrogen 4/3/8 build.

- Updated Nitrogen notes.

- Added Screwd Unofficial 4/3/18 build.

- Added Dark ROM 4/3/18 build.

-> 4/2/18

- Added Screwd Unofficial 4/2/18 build.

- Updated Carbon XDA thread link.

- Added Lineage OS 15.1 Official 4/2/18.