Understanding the different kernels to compile

[thegrind]

I went to the github for the Rpi kernel and it takes you to version 6.6.y. I assume this is what is released with the Raspberry Pi OS.

I compiled and I am using 6.12.0-rc4-v8-16k+. I noticed that there is 6.6.y up to 6.14.y. I did a git pull on 6.12.0-rc4-v8-16k+ but it gave me the same kernel as it said something about a merge mismatch. Is there a newer version of 6.12 that I should compile or should I just go straight to 6.14 or stay where I am at (6.12.0-rc4-v8-16k+)?

[NeddySeagoon]

thegrind,

6.6.y is the current LTS support kernel.
6.12,y will be the next one. It will become the default on the Pi when its ready

6.12.0-rc4-v8-16k+tells me that's a Pi5 :)

kernel.org has released 6.13.1. It will take while for the Raspberry Pi ratch set to be added.
6.14 has just started its rc stage.

Personally, I would use 6.6.y or 6.12.y ... well i do :)

You should not be using a 6.12 release candidate now.
In my 6.12.y branch