Disable Zram Magisk

Magisk executes all service.sh scripts in late_start service mode, after the kernel initializes ZRAM but before Android’s user space swaps to it.

Install an application like Termux or Terminal Emulator for Android from the Play Store or F-Droid to verify your changes.

After reading this guide and applying the methods, you should have a clear answer based on your device’s performance.

: After setting the correct permissions (rwxr-xr-x) and rebooting, Alex opened a terminal app and typed free . The "Swap" line finally read 0 , meaning zRAM was officially banished. The Happy Ending disable zram magisk

With zRAM disabled, the CPU no longer wasted cycles on unnecessary compression. The phone felt snappier, and Alex enjoyed a "buttery smooth" experience, proving that sometimes, less (virtual) RAM is actually more (performance).

The easiest and safest way to disable zRAM is by using a Magisk module. Magisk modules run scripts systemlessly, meaning they inject code during the boot process without altering your core system files. Step 1: Download or Create a zRAM Disabler Module

Set correct permissions:

Improperly modifying memory management can make your device unstable. Do not proceed if you rely on your phone for critical daily tasks.

Compress the contents of the disable_zram directory into a .zip archive, transfer it to your phone, and flash it directly using the . 🔍 How to Verify zRAM is Disabled

Once the installation finishes, reboot your device to apply the changes. The module will intercept system boot scripts and prevent any swap or zRAM partitions from starting. Method 2: Custom Magisk init.d or service.d Script Magisk executes all service

: Visit a trusted repository and download the flashable .zip file for a zRAM or swap disabler module. Open Magisk : Launch the Magisk App on your Android device.

Before modifying your system's memory structure, ensure you meet the following requirements:

If you see an active row showing /dev/block/zram0 with a size value greater than 0, the script failed to run or ran too early in the boot sequence. : After setting the correct permissions (rwxr-xr-x) and

Navigate to your Downloads folder and select the downloaded .zip module file. Wait for the flashing process to complete successfully. Step 3: Reboot Your Device

Carefully look for any line that mentions /dev/block/zram0 or has zram and swap as its file system type. Delete or comment out that specific line (you can comment it out by placing a # at the start of the line).