Which program is better to use to overclock the xoom, Setcpu or Droid Overclock?
What are the pros and cons of each program for those that have used both? When I get my xoom, I will need to download one of these programs and can't decide which one to go with.
I am not sure the pro's and con's I use SetCPU and it has done a good job using the Tiamat's kernel. I haven't had any of the issues others have seen such as hard boot on 1500. I have not used Droid Overclock or Badass Governor (bad ass? can't remember and I am too lazy to look it up.)
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Which do you guys prefer?
When choosing Voodoo kernels or OC kernels
lagfix hands down
i prefer both at the same time.. but if i can only go with one i'd go with lagfix myself
it really doesnt matter...you COULD have both if you know what you're doin...me personally im running a lagfix....
My cpu can't handle the OC so I don't even bother. Just use a lagfix, you really don't need to overclock. It's not like we use our phones for scientific computing.
I've tryed all three ways.
I've found that some of the newer roms run just fine without either, but at the moment I'm only running overclock.(1.12 ghz)
just before this I was running 1.3 GHZ overclock and JFS advanced lagfix and I really dont see a ton of difference beyond benchmark scores and battery drainage lol.
although addmittedly it is fun to show off your benchmark scores :-D
in real life performance you probably wont notice much difference.
but try all three ways and see which you like better I'm sure some people really do have a need for overclock and lagfix, heck, if I could find a way to compile the android os from my phone I'd probably want the extra power :-D
but just find whats right for you
I am by no means an expert on this hardware, but as with any device you are only ever as fast as the system that bottle necks first. From what I have been able to gather thus far, on the Vibrant, that is I/O hands down. The rest of the hardware keeps up with most tasks quite well, and the lag fix helps to alleviate the bottlenecks in I/O by speeding up the read/write operations fairly well.
That would be where I put my money. Overclock sounds cool, but on these phones seems unnecessary.
Just my 2/100 of a $
roguly said:
Which do you guys prefer?
When choosing Voodoo kernels or OC kernels
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Choosing one or the other is stupid, use both! Voodoo was a good idea months ago but it's outdated now, stop using it. Use a kernel like the one in my sig, it supports Ext4 lagfix (just like voodoo) AND overclocking, it's stable, and you won't softbrick if you flash over it.
Is there an OC app for liberty or anything that I can install that's like the overclock things u can download and install through fission rom manager? So that there preset and all u do is install it
You can use my DOOverclock tool. It isn't an app, but it works.
http://www.kimete.com/dooverclock.html
My personal favorite is Droid Overclock from the market.
It costs $1.50 but is worth every penny. Gives you more than just overclocking options. Just my 2 cents.
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My personal favorite is Droid Overclock from the market.
It costs $1.50 but is worth every penny. Gives you more than just overclocking options. Just my 2 cents.
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Agreed. Well worth the money. The best app I ever paid for.
I also use Droid overclock very nice app. Well worth the money. Donating to very worthy people
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The only thing about setcpu is that you still have to load a custom kernel module to overclock. Without the kernel module, you can only scale up to 1ghz. Droid Overclock edits the module for you with presets up to 1.45ghz which is very convenient and user friendly.
I'm pretty sure Liberty 1.0 has overclock script in it. If you go into terminal emulator and type:
Code:
su
overclock.sh
it should pop up and you can change slot levels higher than 1GHz.
But now that Liberty 1.5 has the native overclock it shouldn't be a problem.
I use Droid 2 Overclock AND Quickclock.
I use Quickclock to calibrate then import into D2O. Basically Quickclock automatically calibrates YOUR phone and gives you safe over and under clock ranges. Then save the profiles....export....then import into D2O.
My D2 is clocked at 1.305GHz
I've been trying to find the best procedure to oc/uv my Droid X running rooted stock GB. Currently I'm using Milestone Overclock to adjust the max frequency and set vsel, as well as SetCpu for custom profiles. Milestone Overclock appears to only allow modifying vsel for the max frequency (rather than a distinct vsel for each frequency).
Is it sufficient to use Milestone's single vsel modification? Or should I be using another OC app like QuickClock for the best uv results?
Thanks for any help
I only use Milestone. Works for me. Battery life is fine.
I'm running at 1300MHz and vsel of 69.
Phone is stable and does not reboot itself.
I've used Droid Overclock an it has worked excellent.
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I've used Droid Overclock an it has worked excellent.
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I also recommend Droid Overclock. Very easy to use and the product is great!
I have been using JRUMMYS droid o/c and it worked well on froyo, it still works on GB but doesn't seem to have the same effect as it use to. I still like it for all the other features though. I have tried and tried to use milestone o/c and no matter what the settings it locks up my phone. Not sure why, I guess I am one of the lucky ones that can't o/c my cpu very much.
Thanks for the great responses. I've been experimenting the last few days with Milestone OC and the phone is regularly freezing up, and requires a re-boot. I expected this to go away as I lowered the cpu frequency or raised the voltage, but nothing has worked very well.
I am beginning to suspect launcher pro may be the cause. So I've gone back to the stock launcher and will see if the rebooting problems persist when overclocking.
I don't know anything about overclocking on my Samsung Vibrant T959. I tried to.. I installed the Glitch Kernel HL. with CM7. Can't get to 1.2 ghz at all. I don't know what to do... Do i have to mess with the mVs at all? Please help I'd appreciate it. Anyone recommend an app to use to overclock? I'm using Voltage Control atm... Please help. Thanks.
Set cpu in my opinion is the best app to overclock.
Simply Honey 5.0 w/ 1.2 Bullet kernel. Badass Rom \m/
Agreed, setcpu would be your easiest bet.
Just install, open, slide the bar to 1200 or whatever you want.
I would recommend putting a widget on your home screen.
Makes it really easy to see what you're set on, and easy to modify.
Also, you can create profiles, like under clocking to 400 while the screen is off.
Install quadrant to get a rough idea of how the overclock is according affecting performance.
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I disagree with these 2... voltage control is fine... and oc is very straifhtforward... get oc kernel, use oc app to oc... forget wut they said about the profiles, from my exp, they only make things worse. Just oc and dont touch mvs
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Antutu's CPU master is another OC alternative for ya, if you are too cheap to spend money on SetCPU that is.
setcpu. best so far for me
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Antutu's CPU master is another OC alternative for ya, if you are too cheap to spend money on SetCPU that is.
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Agreed! Antutu does have OC capabilities and is a better Benchmark app IMHO
younix258 said:
I disagree with these 2... voltage control is fine... and oc is very straifhtforward... get oc kernel, use oc app to oc... forget wut they said about the profiles, from my exp, they only make things worse. Just oc and dont touch mvs
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- Agreed! that messing with voltage is more trouble than its worth.
- Disagree! that profiles make things worse. It really depends on the settings. You should never UNDERclock your "max" to anything less than 800mhz.
For example: I have 1 profile set, its a High temp profile. When the phone reaches 125F setcpu resets to 800mhz(max) - 200mhz(min). Until the phone cools to under 125F then setcpu bumps it back to 1.7Ghz(max) - 200mhz(min).
Trust me this happens often and I'm glad I have that set, haven't had any problems with it.
Setcpu seems to be easy for me!
Anyone have any recommendations on how to setup SetCPU for optimal configuration on an Acer A500 tab? It's the full licensed version, and the tab is running Skrilax_CZ's v8 bootloader ROM'd with latest FlexReaper (if that matters...).
THX!
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Anyone have any recommendations on how to setup SetCPU for optimal configuration on an Acer A500 tab? It's the full licensed version, and the tab is running Skrilax_CZ's v8 bootloader ROM'd with latest FlexReaper (if that matters...).
THX!
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At the risk of repeating myself.... see here;
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1723376
Posted an hour or so ago in the General Forum.
(you folks need to look a little bit)
And, "Optimal" is a personal choice between OC and battery life.
thx
Sorry... I didn't see that specific link on the site search, but I was asking more specifically about voltages and governor options.
E.g. Should I change my "boost factor"? "Max boost"?
I know there's tuts for SetCPU available, but I was asking more specifically about the A500.
Sorry for the noobiness?...
Thanks.
CrisCo71 said:
Sorry... I didn't see that specific link on the site search, but I was asking more specifically about voltages and governor options.
E.g. Should I change my "boost factor"? "Max boost"?
I know there's tuts for SetCPU available, but I was asking more specifically about the A500.
Sorry for the noobiness?...
Thanks.
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Not a problem. Here's some cliff notes on OC/UV
Rule #1. Not all Tegra2 processors are created equal. Some are more tolerant to OC than others. This is due to the manufacturing process. Example, I can run 1686 on mine, and remain relatively stable. Most are not so lucky. Depends on what manufacturing lot they were created.
Governors. This controls how the processor behaves. Generally, most use Interactive, On Demand, or Performance. Interactive gives the best battery life, and still a responsive tab. On Demand, is probably the most commonly used. Gives processor power when needed. Performance keeps the processor ramped up all the time. (uses more battery because of this). Then there is Lulz which is relatively new to the 500. This is like a combination of the prior. In theory, will give you the most bang, while still not killing your battery.
Schedulers. This is your IO. Currently for the 500, there are 2. Noop and BFQ. Noop comes stock. BFQ is by far a better IO scheduler.
As with SetCpu, I don't like it's new interface. I use SystemTunerPro. Nothing wrong with either though.
You have to decide what you use your tab for. If it's for normal use, I would leave it at interactive with BFQ. If you are playing games, I would run Lulz or Performance, and increase CPU to take advantage of the GPU overclock.
Max boost you probably won't need unless gaming or watching video.
I run mine at 1200mhz, -50UV across the board, lulz and BFQ with 1024.(system tuner pro)