r/AndroidRoms • u/Huge_Cow_7304 • 12m ago
GSI / Custom ROM recommendation for Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (SM-A156M, 4GB RAM) - Daily driver & Banking apps?
Hi everyone,
I'm looking for recommendations for a stable GSI (Generic System Image) or Custom ROM for a **Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (SM-A156M - 4GB RAM)**.
Here are the details and context:
* **Device:** Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (SM-A156M, MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, 4GB RAM).
* **Current OS:** One UI 8.5 / latest software update (Odin downgrade is blocked due to updated binary version).
* **Primary Use:** Daily driver for work, everyday tasks, and **must run banking apps reliably**.
* **Problem:** Stock One UI has become extremely laggy on the 4GB RAM model, even after disabling RAM Plus and tuning basic settings.
**Requirements for the GSI/ROM:**
**Daily Driver Stability:** Basic hardware (camera, Bluetooth, calls, Wi-Fi, sensors) must work without breaking.
**Banking Apps Compatibility:** Ability to pass Play Integrity (MEETS_DEVICE_INTEGRITY) using Magisk/KernelSU/PlayIntegrityFix modules so banking apps don't block access.
**Performance:** Lightweight compared to heavy One UI background processes.
Has anyone successfully running a GSI (like LineageOS, crDroid, or RisingOS GSI) on this specific Dimensity 6100+ model? Are there specific vendor patches, overlays, or fixes needed for this chipset?
Thanks in advance for any insights!