The biggest gains are on devices with 4-6GB RAM. Flagships see marginal improvements, but the cache-cleaning alone frees up 1-2GB of storage weekly.
: Since it runs as a foreground service to keep frequencies locked, you should add Qboost to your phone's "battery optimization" white-list to prevent the system from killing it. Battery Impact
Here’s the honest truth: Android’s native memory management already kills background apps when needed. Force-clearing RAM often makes your phone slower because apps must reload from scratch.
: Its biggest selling point is achieving system-level performance changes without the risk of tripping security flags like Google's SafetyNet. Snapdragon Optimization
The version can be a useful tool for users with older Android devices struggling with performance. It can genuinely help clear clutter and free up resources.
I notice you’re asking about in the context of a “paper.”