“System says Android 7.1.2, but CPU-Z shows API level 22 – it’s Lollipop. Still runs very hot.” “After 10 minutes of YouTube, the box is too hot to touch. Crashes if I watch a movie.” “I drilled holes in the case and added a 5V fan – now it works, but still laggy.” “Flashed a real Android 6.0 ROM (from Mini M8S II), temps dropped 15°C.”
To fix it, , improve physical cooling , or downgrade the OS . Android 7 offers no benefit over Lollipop on this chip, only extra heat and crashes. Remember: a cool S805 is a happy S805. Keep it on Android 5.1 or LibreELEC, and it will serve you for years as an energy-efficient media streamer. amlogic s805 android 7 hot