Developer: AndyYan (via Treble GSI) crDroid takes LineageOS and adds granular controls.

often suffers from performance lag and battery drain on its stock software. Why a Custom ROM is Better

I’ve spent the last 6 months flashing every major ROM available on XDA for this device. Here is the hard truth about which custom ROMs are actually than stock.

A custom ROM can significantly breathe new life into this aging device:

LineageOS support for the XA1, several unofficial builds and alternatives have been popular in the community:

: Modern ROMs like AEX (AospExtended) , OmniROM , and LineageOS (LOS) are frequently cited as top choices for their clean interfaces and customization. Critical Risks & Considerations

Custom ROMs can significantly improve the experience on an older device like the Sony Xperia XA1 by offering features that the original stock software lacks. A key feature provided by custom ROMs (such as AOSP-based builds system-wide debloating Key Feature: System Debloating and Performance Optimization Removal of Pre-installed Bloatware