How to Over/Under Clock/Volt without Custom Kernel

Overclocking/underclocking and overvolting/undervolting are the terms we generally associate with a custom kernel. Well, not anymore. You can easily carry out these tweaks even on your stock kernel as well, all thanks to the KonaBess Next software. But what exactly is this tool, and how does it work? Let’s find out.

  • What’s KonaBess Next?
  • Supported Devices Snapdragon 8 Series Snapdragon 7 Series Snapdragon 6 Series
  • How to Over/Under Clock/Volt without a Custom Kernel Using KonaBess Next
  • Test Comparison Results 3DMark result Antutu Overall Result Antutu CPU and GPU Comparison Result Antutu Memory Comparison Result Antutu UX Comparison Result

What’s KonaBess Next?

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KonaBess Next is an application designed to customize GPU frequency and voltage tables, allowing you to achieve higher performance or better energy efficiency without kernel recompilation. But how is this possible? The application operates by unpacking the Boot or Vendor Boot image, decompiling and editing the relevant device tree binary (dtb) files, and then repackaging and flashing the modified image.

This provides a streamlined, kernel-free approach to overclocking and undervolting. Moreover, it supports the latest chipsets, wich includes the likes of Snapdragon 8 Elite (Gen 5), Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, and Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. On that note, here are some of the noteworthy features of this tool:

  • Kernel-Free Customization : Edit GPU frequency and voltage tables without recompiling the entire kernel.
  • Performance Optimization : Overclock older chips to rival newer generation performance.
  • Efficiency Tuning : Undervolt the GPU to significantly reduce power consumption (e.g., up to 25% reduction).
  • Broad Compatibility : Supports a wide range of Snapdragon chipsets from the 6-series to the latest 8-series.

Supported Devices

Here are the supported chipsets:

Snapdragon 8 Series

ChipsetModel
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5(Newest)
Snapdragon 8s Gen 4(Latest Support)
Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
Snapdragon 888
Snapdragon 865(Original Target)
Snapdragon 855

Snapdragon 7 Series

Chipset
Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3
Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2
Snapdragon 7 Gen 1
Snapdragon 780G
Snapdragon 778G
Snapdragon 765
Snapdragon 750

Snapdragon 6 Series

Chipset
Snapdragon 690

How to Over/Under Clock/Volt without a Custom Kernel Using KonaBess Next

Before starting, please take a complete device backup. Also, back up your current boot/vendor image. Droidwin and its members wouldn’t be held responsible in case of a thermonuclear war, your alarm doesn’t wake you up, or if anything happens to your device and data by performing the below steps.

Moreover, download, install, and run the Benchmark tests like 3DMark and/or Antutu on your current stock configuration so that we can compare it after over/under clocking/volting. In 3DMark, there are various available tests; I chose the Extreme Wild Life Test. Whatever you’re choosing, just make sure to run the same one after implementing the tweak.

  1. To begin with, root your device using Magisk / KernelSU / APatch .
  2. Then download and install the KonaBess Next app from GitHub .
  3. Now launch it, give it root access, and verify it’s detecting the right chipset for your device.
  4. Now back up the current stock configuration by ‘Exporting to file’.
  5. Tap on the chipset, and then you will see the frequencies/voltages.
  6. Select the frequency, and you’ll see the voltage level. You can adjust the voltage from there.
  7. Then, hit Save GPU Freq Table at the top left, and then hit Repack.
  8. Once you have finalized all your undervolt/overclock, flash the file. Then, restart the device.
  9. Now re-run the 3DMark Extreme Wild Life Test and compare the result with the earlier test.

Test Comparison Results

Test results are from the OnePlus 15 North America version CPH2749 on software CPH2749_16.0.2.401(EX01). The ones on the left are stock result whereas the ones on the right are after carrying out tweaks using the KonaBess Next. Some results are noticeable right away, such as the increase in stability from 34.8% before applying the tweaks to 43.3% after using the KonaBase Next. However, the results will vary, depending on your device and the clocking/volting you end up doing to your device’s CPU and GPU. Always, proceed with caution and don’t end up increasing or decreasing the values absurdly; keep it within the expected limits and range.

3DMark result

3dmark stock vs custom test results - 2

Left: Stock | Right: Modified

Antutu Overall Result

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Left: Stock | Right: Modified

Antutu CPU and GPU Comparison Result

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Left: Stock | Right: Modified

Antutu Memory Comparison Result

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Left: Stock | Right: Modified

Antutu UX Comparison Result

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Left: Stock | Right: Modified

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How to Over/Under Clock/Volt without Custom Kernel

Overclocking/underclocking and overvolting/undervolting are the terms we generally associate with a custom kernel. Well, not anymore. You can easily carry out these tweaks even on your stock kernel as well, all thanks to the KonaBess Next software. But what exactly is this tool, and how does it work? Let’s find out.

  • What’s KonaBess Next?
  • Supported Devices Snapdragon 8 Series Snapdragon 7 Series Snapdragon 6 Series
  • How to Over/Under Clock/Volt without a Custom Kernel Using KonaBess Next
  • Test Comparison Results 3DMark result Antutu Overall Result Antutu CPU and GPU Comparison Result Antutu Memory Comparison Result Antutu UX Comparison Result

What’s KonaBess Next?

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KonaBess Next is an application designed to customize GPU frequency and voltage tables, allowing you to achieve higher performance or better energy efficiency without kernel recompilation. But how is this possible? The application operates by unpacking the Boot or Vendor Boot image, decompiling and editing the relevant device tree binary (dtb) files, and then repackaging and flashing the modified image.

This provides a streamlined, kernel-free approach to overclocking and undervolting. Moreover, it supports the latest chipsets, wich includes the likes of Snapdragon 8 Elite (Gen 5), Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, and Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. On that note, here are some of the noteworthy features of this tool:

  • Kernel-Free Customization : Edit GPU frequency and voltage tables without recompiling the entire kernel.
  • Performance Optimization : Overclock older chips to rival newer generation performance.
  • Efficiency Tuning : Undervolt the GPU to significantly reduce power consumption (e.g., up to 25% reduction).
  • Broad Compatibility : Supports a wide range of Snapdragon chipsets from the 6-series to the latest 8-series.

Supported Devices

Here are the supported chipsets:

Snapdragon 8 Series

ChipsetModel
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5(Newest)
Snapdragon 8s Gen 4(Latest Support)
Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
Snapdragon 888
Snapdragon 865(Original Target)
Snapdragon 855

Snapdragon 7 Series

Chipset
Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3
Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2
Snapdragon 7 Gen 1
Snapdragon 780G
Snapdragon 778G
Snapdragon 765
Snapdragon 750

Snapdragon 6 Series

Chipset
Snapdragon 690

How to Over/Under Clock/Volt without a Custom Kernel Using KonaBess Next

Before starting, please take a complete device backup. Also, back up your current boot/vendor image. Droidwin and its members wouldn’t be held responsible in case of a thermonuclear war, your alarm doesn’t wake you up, or if anything happens to your device and data by performing the below steps.

Moreover, download, install, and run the Benchmark tests like 3DMark and/or Antutu on your current stock configuration so that we can compare it after over/under clocking/volting. In 3DMark, there are various available tests; I chose the Extreme Wild Life Test. Whatever you’re choosing, just make sure to run the same one after implementing the tweak.

  1. To begin with, root your device using Magisk / KernelSU / APatch .
  2. Then download and install the KonaBess Next app from GitHub .
  3. Now launch it, give it root access, and verify it’s detecting the right chipset for your device.
  4. Now back up the current stock configuration by ‘Exporting to file’.
  5. Tap on the chipset, and then you will see the frequencies/voltages.
  6. Select the frequency, and you’ll see the voltage level. You can adjust the voltage from there.
  7. Then, hit Save GPU Freq Table at the top left, and then hit Repack.
  8. Once you have finalized all your undervolt/overclock, flash the file. Then, restart the device.
  9. Now re-run the 3DMark Extreme Wild Life Test and compare the result with the earlier test.

Test Comparison Results

Test results are from the OnePlus 15 North America version CPH2749 on software CPH2749_16.0.2.401(EX01). The ones on the left are stock result whereas the ones on the right are after carrying out tweaks using the KonaBess Next. Some results are noticeable right away, such as the increase in stability from 34.8% before applying the tweaks to 43.3% after using the KonaBase Next. However, the results will vary, depending on your device and the clocking/volting you end up doing to your device’s CPU and GPU. Always, proceed with caution and don’t end up increasing or decreasing the values absurdly; keep it within the expected limits and range.

3DMark result

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Left: Stock | Right: Modified

Antutu Overall Result

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Left: Stock | Right: Modified

Antutu CPU and GPU Comparison Result

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Left: Stock | Right: Modified

Antutu Memory Comparison Result

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Left: Stock | Right: Modified

Antutu UX Comparison Result

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Left: Stock | Right: Modified

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How to Over/Under Clock/Volt without Custom Kernel

Overclocking/underclocking and overvolting/undervolting are the terms we generally associate with a custom kernel. Well, not anymore. You can easily carry out these tweaks even on your stock kernel as well, all thanks to the KonaBess Next software. But what exactly is this tool, and how does it work? Let’s find out.

  • What’s KonaBess Next?
  • Supported Devices Snapdragon 8 Series Snapdragon 7 Series Snapdragon 6 Series
  • How to Over/Under Clock/Volt without a Custom Kernel Using KonaBess Next
  • Test Comparison Results 3DMark result Antutu Overall Result Antutu CPU and GPU Comparison Result Antutu Memory Comparison Result Antutu UX Comparison Result

What’s KonaBess Next?

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KonaBess Next is an application designed to customize GPU frequency and voltage tables, allowing you to achieve higher performance or better energy efficiency without kernel recompilation. But how is this possible? The application operates by unpacking the Boot or Vendor Boot image, decompiling and editing the relevant device tree binary (dtb) files, and then repackaging and flashing the modified image.

This provides a streamlined, kernel-free approach to overclocking and undervolting. Moreover, it supports the latest chipsets, wich includes the likes of Snapdragon 8 Elite (Gen 5), Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, and Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. On that note, here are some of the noteworthy features of this tool:

  • Kernel-Free Customization : Edit GPU frequency and voltage tables without recompiling the entire kernel.
  • Performance Optimization : Overclock older chips to rival newer generation performance.
  • Efficiency Tuning : Undervolt the GPU to significantly reduce power consumption (e.g., up to 25% reduction).
  • Broad Compatibility : Supports a wide range of Snapdragon chipsets from the 6-series to the latest 8-series.

Supported Devices

Here are the supported chipsets:

Snapdragon 8 Series

ChipsetModel
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5(Newest)
Snapdragon 8s Gen 4(Latest Support)
Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
Snapdragon 888
Snapdragon 865(Original Target)
Snapdragon 855

Snapdragon 7 Series

Chipset
Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3
Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2
Snapdragon 7 Gen 1
Snapdragon 780G
Snapdragon 778G
Snapdragon 765
Snapdragon 750

Snapdragon 6 Series

Chipset
Snapdragon 690

How to Over/Under Clock/Volt without a Custom Kernel Using KonaBess Next

Before starting, please take a complete device backup. Also, back up your current boot/vendor image. Droidwin and its members wouldn’t be held responsible in case of a thermonuclear war, your alarm doesn’t wake you up, or if anything happens to your device and data by performing the below steps.

Moreover, download, install, and run the Benchmark tests like 3DMark and/or Antutu on your current stock configuration so that we can compare it after over/under clocking/volting. In 3DMark, there are various available tests; I chose the Extreme Wild Life Test. Whatever you’re choosing, just make sure to run the same one after implementing the tweak.

  1. To begin with, root your device using Magisk / KernelSU / APatch .
  2. Then download and install the KonaBess Next app from GitHub .
  3. Now launch it, give it root access, and verify it’s detecting the right chipset for your device.
  4. Now back up the current stock configuration by ‘Exporting to file’.
  5. Tap on the chipset, and then you will see the frequencies/voltages.
  6. Select the frequency, and you’ll see the voltage level. You can adjust the voltage from there.
  7. Then, hit Save GPU Freq Table at the top left, and then hit Repack.
  8. Once you have finalized all your undervolt/overclock, flash the file. Then, restart the device.
  9. Now re-run the 3DMark Extreme Wild Life Test and compare the result with the earlier test.

Test Comparison Results

Test results are from the OnePlus 15 North America version CPH2749 on software CPH2749_16.0.2.401(EX01). The ones on the left are stock result whereas the ones on the right are after carrying out tweaks using the KonaBess Next. Some results are noticeable right away, such as the increase in stability from 34.8% before applying the tweaks to 43.3% after using the KonaBase Next. However, the results will vary, depending on your device and the clocking/volting you end up doing to your device’s CPU and GPU. Always, proceed with caution and don’t end up increasing or decreasing the values absurdly; keep it within the expected limits and range.

3DMark result

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Left: Stock | Right: Modified

Antutu Overall Result

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Left: Stock | Right: Modified

Antutu CPU and GPU Comparison Result

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Left: Stock | Right: Modified

Antutu Memory Comparison Result

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Left: Stock | Right: Modified

Antutu UX Comparison Result

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Left: Stock | Right: Modified

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  • How to Flash a Custom Kernel on Android [3 Methods]
  • OnePlus Wild Kernels Error: There are No Kernel Versions [Fixed]
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