RAM (Random Access Memory) is a critical component of any device, including Android phones. It stores the processes that have been handled by the CPU until the CPU needs them again. However, Android’s system does not provide a clear indicator or description of the type of RAM or its frequency and speed. This lack of transparency allows manufacturers to opt for cheaper, slower, and older memory chips instead of high-quality ones. This article will guide you on how to determine your Android phone’s RAM type, frequency, and performance.
Checking the RAM Consumption by Apps
Unfortunately, not all Android phones can analyze the amount of RAM consumed by the system or apps. This is not a flaw in the phone but rather a result of the variety of operating systems used by different manufacturers.
However, you can check the RAM consumption by going to the Developer Options. You can activate Developer Options by going to Settings, clicking on “About Phone,” and then clicking on the version number seven times in a row. Now, go to Developer Options and look for “Running Services” or “Process States.” You will get a comprehensive analysis of the memory consumed by Android system management processes and other apps.
If you are running out of space on your phone, there are ways to clean the RAM on iPhones, and there are many apps for cleaning RAM on Android, such as the Repair System app.
Checking RAM Type and Frequency with DevCheck App
DevCheck is a professional new app on Google Play that is free and supports many languages, including Arabic. The paid version offers a benchmark feature and different themes. The free version contains what we need, while the paid feature (benchmark) can be obtained from another app.
After installing and opening the app, you will get the main screen that contains “CPU status,” which shows the number of processor cores and their real-time speeds. Below that, you will find the “RAM” feature we need. By clicking on it, you will get the “type of RAM, its frequency, the consumed space, and the remaining space for new tasks.”
Typically, if your phone’s memory is of type LPDDR3, the frequency speed will not exceed 1.066Mbps. LPDDR4 type memory can reach up to 3.200Mbps, LPDDR4x type can reach up to 4.266Mbps, and finally, LPDDR5 type can reach up to 6.400Mbps.
Checking RAM Speed and Comparing Results with A1 SD Bench App
A1 SD Bench is a benchmark platform for testing the frequency speed of the phone’s RAM and comparing its results with other phones. For example, besides being able to see the frequency speed of the RAM, you will know the size of the data that the RAM can write per second.
Once the benchmarking process is over, you can click on the “Results” tab at the top, and you will get your result highlighted in gold color. By selecting the RAM option in the results rectangle in the middle of the page, you can get the results and compare your phone’s RAM performance with other phones.
For example, you will find in the image that the RAM of a Xiaomi phone (in gold color) can write 11.441MB/s, while the RAM of a Razer phone can only write 7.115MB/s. If you want to compare your phone’s results with the results of users who have exactly the same phone, you will need to click on the “All benchmarks” rectangle and then activate the circle in front of “All benchmarks your model.” You will get the results of the same phone with other users.
Of course, you can review the speed of the phone’s internal memory and theSD Card memory in the same way and compare the results with other phones. It is a professional review platform and is preferred over many other free apps.
Key Takeaways
- RAM is a critical component of any device, including Android phones. It stores the processes that have been handled by the CPU until the CPU needs them again.
- Not all Android phones can analyze the amount of RAM consumed by the system or apps. This is not a flaw in the phone but rather a result of the variety of operating systems used by different manufacturers.
- You can check the RAM consumption by going to the Developer Options in your Android settings.
- DevCheck is a professional new app on Google Play that allows you to check the type of RAM, its frequency, the consumed space, and the remaining space for new tasks.
- A1 SD Bench is a benchmark platform for testing the frequency speed of the phone’s RAM and comparing its results with other phones.
Remember, the type and speed of your phone’s RAM can significantly impact its performance. Therefore, it’s essential to understand these aspects to ensure your device is operating at its best.
