For best results, users should always pair the kernel with a compatible ROM and ensure they are comfortable using a custom recovery before proceeding.

⚠️ Do not flash on MIUI stock ROM – Quicksilver is for AOSP-based ROMs only.

| Metric | Stock MIUI Kernel | Quicksilver Kernel | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 185,000 | 215,000 | | Geekbench 6 (Single/Multi) | 350 / 1250 | 410 / 1450 | | PUBG Mobile (Smooth + 60fps) | Drops to 35fps in firefights | Stable 55-60fps | | App Opening Speed (Heavy app) | 2.1 seconds | 1.4 seconds | | Idle Battery Drain (8hrs) | 8-10% | 1-3% |

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No custom software is perfect. Here are the common complaints:

: Specialized "LineageOS editions" of the kernel exist to maintain the ROM's lightweight feel while adding extra power.

It is widely regarded on XDA Forums and Telegram groups as a "daily-driver-ready" kernel—more stable than experimental overclocking kernels but more feature-rich than stock.

Upgrading to the Quicksilver Kernel transforms the daily user experience of the Redmi Note 8. Here are the prominent features that make it a favorite in the flashing community: 1. Advanced CPU and GPU Governors

Quicksilver is known in the Android community for its , offering a mix of: Performance: Faster app opening and smoother multitasking.

The stock kernel that ships with MIUI is designed for stability across millions of devices. It is conservative, often bloated with debugging logs, and rarely updated by Xiaomi. A custom kernel like Quicksilver replaces this middleman.

Download the latest .zip version of the Quicksilver Kernel for ginkgo/willow from the developer's GitHub (e.g., adithya2306's GitHub ).