Best Custom ROM For Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus (N970/N975/N976)

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus has started getting development quickly on XDA Forums. Also, we recently posted a tutorial on how to unlock the bootloader of Galaxy Note 10 Plus and root it with Magisk. This will help you flash a custom ROM for the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus after you install TWRP custom recovery.

We will discuss the custom ROM in detail, but first, let us know what a custom ROM is and whether we need to install it on your phone.

What is a custom ROM?

Custom ROM is the modified operating system for an Android smartphone, which helps you swap out the launcher, replace icons, customize the user interface, and create gestures. A custom ROM gives you access to everything a Stock ROM (pre-installed operating system) doesn’t provide. You can change the clock position on the status bar from left to right or in the center. You can remove the system apps and choose the apps according to your choice.

One of the best features is that it does not have bloatware installed, and this results in saving the battery backup every day and leading to good battery health for an extended period.

Installing a custom ROM allows you to use your device’s hardware and how to utilize it. You can install a custom Kernel along with it and tweak the performance. You can even install Google Apps or GApps on your phone according to your choice. Custom ROMs also come with frequent updates from developers with monthly security patches, bug fixes, and other improvements, unlike the Stock ROM, which is updated after long intervals.

Custom ROM For Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus

1. Custom ROM by Dr.Ketan for N975F_DS I N976_B_N

The custom ROM is brought to you by Dr.  Ketan, and the name of the ROM is N975F/FD Dr.Ketan ROM DeKnoxed, which is based on the Official Android Pie 9.0 version and includes DEX support. You also get Samsung Pay with wearable gear support only if you have installed the required package to hide “pay” stuff with the Magisk hide module.

The custom ROM for Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus has a high volume warning disabled, reduced call disconnect delay, and you can change the clock position from Left/Center/Right on the status bar. De-Knox with minimal debloated apps to preserve more functionality. Other features and enhancements include:

• Screenshot in Secure Tab (ROM Tool – Mod & Fix – Enable Dual SIM + SD)
• 3minit battery (ROM Tool)
• Dual SIM + SD support aroma selection (Recommended to enable this mod later from ROM Tools)
• Good Lock included without CSC restrictions (ROM Tool > Good Lock)
• Clock Face
• Lock Star
• Multi Star
• Nav Star
• Quick Star
• Task Changer
• Added some critical Samsung stuff
  • Calculator
  • Music
  • Samsung Health
• Titanium Backup (aroma selectable)
• Probable fix for Titanium Backup schedule
• Internet browser Secret mode
• S Health patched for use with a rooted device.
• Able to web login with biometrics on Samsung browser

ROM Tool Options:

• Reboot Quick Panel Toggle (Reboot to Magisk system)
• Auto-detects Busybox and auto-flash if it requires
• NavigationBar heights on the fly (Smaller/Stock)
• Long Press Home customization: Select Device assistance as LP Home from settings, then select if you want to use it to assign to any available app/service). You can reset your choice from the ROM Tool.
• Samsung Cloud – You can turn it on or off.
• Find Helper: This small tool to find the Magisk module – Needs to be installed separately from Magisk -Download > Magic Folder Binder. It is the same as the folder mount; you can mount the Internal Storage to an External SD Card.
• Viper sound mode – Single click turn Viper sound mode on/off
• Battery icon – stock/3-minute battery on the fly.
• Mods & Fix
  1. Enable Dual SIM + SD support
  2. Netflix/Optus sports fix
  3. Bluetooth Pair fix – N960F ROM shouldn’t have any issue out of the box but can trigger with flashing something; use it if you have a problem.
  4. Auto Call Record (Without CSC features)
• Biometrics on Reboot. (Currently, this mod is not working)
• Update & fix section

ROM Control Features

• Battery Bar with thickness and color option
• Network meter with Toggle (Left/Right/Quick Panel/None) with color option
• Virtual Key with Toggle (Left side – Menu, Right side – Power, Centre – Home)
• Double-tap the status bar to sleep
• Navigation Bar color

Many more features and modifications are there, which you can explore.

Pre-requisites

• The bootloader must be unlocked
• TWRP custom recovery must be installed
• Dr. Ketan Custom ROM for Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus (N975F, N976B_N976N)

Instructions

1. Copy the ROM to internal storage on your device or external SD card.
2. Reboot to TWRP recovery and then select WIPE > Factory reset.
3. Select Install,  leave the ROM, and swipe to Flash.
4. Select the Flash Vendor option in Aroma Installer.
5. The flashing might take 6-7 minutes to complete.
6. Once the installation is complete, select Reboot and immediately keep the Volume Up + Power button pressed, and then press the Power button to continue and let it boot.
7. Once your phone boots up, open the Magisk Application from the App drawer and check if it has been installed appropriately. (If not, then repeat step 6.)
8. Now, it will ask for an environmental setup. Follow the screen, allow it, and then reboot.
9. You will get a notification for Applying Essential Fix. Appy it and reboot when asked. If you do not get the message, then manually open the ROM tool and do it.

Additional functions:

1. If you use any Samsung Gear or other accessories, set it up and finish the installation.
2. Reboot the phone

ROM Specific Instructions:

1. The ROM do not have any CSC included as it has seperate partition (ODM)
2. The custom ROM will not erase/flash/modify files inside ODM partition.
3. Vendor partition included in the Aroma installer when you flash the ROM.
4. Flash Vendor must be selected in the Aroma installer
5. The OEM option in developer options will be disabled so please ignore it.

2. LightROM For N970/N975F

Another ROM has come into development by TeamExyKings and is being supported by yash92duster. LightROM, in simple terms, means light, which can be one of your choices that contains necessary mods and tweaks and has been debloated significantly for a seamless, luxurious experience.

The following custom ROM For Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus is only supported for SM-N970F and SM-N975F.

You will require TWRP custom recovery to flash the ROM where the AROMA installer is supported. The ROM is indexed with zip-aligned and has Magisk root (optional) with CSC support. The Jet black UI or the system app colour has been set to #000000 and has under-the-hood optimizations for a smooth experience.

Features

• Stock camera
• Stock kernel
• Google keyboard and Samsung keyboard
• Stock sound
• Netflix streaming fix
• Youtube Vanced (Black)
• Screen mirroring
• Secure storage
• RMM Fix
• Many other tweaks

AROMA LightROM Addons:

• Adaway app and hosts file
• Busybox
• Fonts – Samsung stock fonts/1160 fonts/50 fonts (LightROM special edition fonts)
• Boot animation – 3dot Explod/Cyber Load/Echo Origami/S8P Blue Galaxy/S8P StarsSprinkle/S8P TechLines/S9 Circle/S9 FlareLoad/WatchDogs

Pre-requisites

• The bootloader must be unlocked, and TWRP installed
• Download Light ROM
• LightROM Addons (optional)
• Addons – Custom Fonts, Boot Animations, AdAway & Busybox (optional)

Instructions

1. Copy the ROM to internal storage on your device or external SD card.
2. Reboot to TWRP recovery and select WIPE > Internal, System, Dalvik/ART, Cache.
3. Select Install,  leave the ROM, and swipe to Flash.
4. If you want to flash the Addons, then flash it now.
5. Reboot and enjoy it.

3. Nemesis V4.1 (N10 N10+ S10 & S10+)

Developer geiti94 has ported another custom ROM for Samsung Galaxy Note 10, Note 10 Plus, S10, and S10 Plus. Nemesis ROM is based on Android 10, with many tweaks and modifications to run it as a daily driver.

The ROM can be installed with the help of TWRP custom recovery and has complete Note 10 ports like the applications, frameworks, private apps, and even libraries. A few Android 10 beta applications and animations have been integrated into this build with complete ROM Control.

Pre-requisites

• The bootloader must be unlocked, and TWRP installed
• NEMESIS – N10_N10+_S10_S10+_V4.1 (outdated)

Instructions

1. Copy the ROM to internal storage on your device or external SD card.
2. Reboot to TWRP recovery and select WIPE > Internal, System, Dalvik/ART, Cache.
3. Select Install, press the ROM, and swipe to flash.
4. Reboot and enjoy it.

4. LineageOS 17.0 for Note10/Note10+ 5G Exynos

LineageOS is based on the Android Open Source Project, the most light-weighted custom ROM with no bloatware. It is considered the king of all other customs ROMs that use the source codes of LineageOS as their base variants. This is the most stable Custom ROM For Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus, which has the minimal features an Android device is required to run the universal apps and features.

Most features work in this ROM apart from VoLTE and VoWiFi, as they depend on Samsung’s framework. The advanced S-Pen functionality, like the gestures, might not even work, and the 5G connectivity on N976B is still present. But we believe these are temporary bugs and will be fixed over the following updates.

Pre-requisites

• The bootloader must be unlocked, and TWRP installed
• LineageOS for Galaxy Note 10+ (Select the build according to your devices codename, Note10 = d1 | Note10+ = d2s | Note10+ 5G = d2x)

Instructions

1. Copy the ROM to internal storage on your device or external SD card.
2. Reboot to TWRP recovery and select WIPE > Internal, System, Dalvik/ART, Cache.
3. Select Install, press the ROM, and swipe to flash.
4. Reboot and enjoy it.

Conclusion

We hope you have liked the article and chosen the custom ROM for the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus that suits your daily activities on your smartphone. If you have doubts about rooting your device or installing the custom ROM, you can comment below or contact us directly through the social media handle for a quicker response.

FAQs

1. Is installing a custom ROM risky?
   • While risks are involved, following reputable sources and instructions minimizes the chance of issues.
2. Can I revert to the stock firmware after installing a custom ROM?
   • Yes, it’s possible to revert to the stock firmware, but it requires a careful process.
3. Do custom ROMs void the warranty?
   • Yes, installing a custom ROM may void your warranty. It’s essential to weigh the benefits against potential drawbacks.
4. Are custom ROMs legal?
   • Generally, yes. However, it’s crucial to respect copyright and licensing laws when using custom ROMs.
5. Can I receive official updates after installing a custom ROM?
   • No, official updates may not be available. Custom ROMs rely on community-driven support for updates.