How to increase FPS in Genshin Impact on Android

The mobile version Genshin Impact is known for its high demands on hardware resources, which often leads to unstable frame rates even on top devices. A drop FPS (frames per second) during active combat or when exploring open locations can completely ruin the gaming experience. Optimizing a game is not just a reduction in picture quality, but an integrated approach to managing the resources of your smartphone.

In this article we will look at the technical aspects of improving performance, from built-in engine settings to external system utilities. You'll learn how to balance visual quality with smooth gameplay to enjoy your adventure in Teyvat without stuttering or stuttering. It is important to understand that each smartphone has its own hardware limitations.

Before embarking on radical methods, it is necessary to conduct basic diagnostics of the system. Often the problem lies not in weakness processor, but in background processes or overheating. Proper preparation of the device will allow you to get the most out of the available hardware without the need to obtain root access or use dubious software.

Basic graphics settings inside the game

The most effective and safe way to raise FPS —this is correct work with the internal graphics settings menu. The developers from HoYoverse have provided a flexible system for adjusting parameters that allows you to adapt the game to different configurations. First of all, go to the section Settings → Graphics and select the preset profile "Low" or "Medium".

However, automatic presets are not always optimal. To maximize frame gains, it is recommended to manually disable the most resource-intensive effects. In particular, the Shadows (Shadows) parameter creates the greatest load on the GPU, so completely disabling it will give a noticeable performance boost. It is also worth reducing the quality of anti-aliasing, as it requires significant computing power.

• 📉 Frame rate: Set the value to 30 or 60 FPS depending on the capabilities of the screen of your device.
• 🌫️ Volumetric fog: Completely disable this function, it has little effect on gameplay, but heavily loads the system.
• 💧 Reflections: Select the "Off" mode or the minimum value to save rendering resources.

Don't forget that rendering resolution also plays a key role. If your device supports high screen resolution, but the game is running slowly, try lowering this setting in the settings. This will reduce the number of pixels that the processor needs to process each frame, which will directly affect the smoothness of the animation.

Android system optimization before launch

The operating system Android often wastes RAM on background services that are not needed during the game. Before starting Genshin Impact it is recommended to clear the list of recent applications and stop heavy processes. This will free up a critical resource RAM for the game engine.

Many users ignore the Do Not Disturb mode or special game modes built into the manufacturer's shell (MIUI, OneUI, ColorOS). Activating this mode not only blocks notifications, but also prioritizes the allocation of resources for the game, preventing sudden drawdowns FPS due to background updates or calls.

⚠️ Attention: Do not use aggressive “task killers” that forcefully close system services. This may lead to unstable network operation or audio driver failures during the session.

It is also worth checking the power consumption settings. Switch your smartphone to "High Performance" or "Gaming" mode, if such an option is available in the battery menu. This will prevent the system from throttling (reducing the frequency) of the processor when heated, allowing it to operate at peak frequencies longer than usual.

Unlocking 60 FPS on unsupported devices

Officially, the 60 fps option is only available for a limited list of flagship devices. However, there are ways to get around this limitation for mid-range smartphones. One of the methods involves editing the game configuration file, but this requires file managers with access to system folders.

A simpler and safer option is to use special launcher utilities or modified versions of the game client that forcefully activate support for high refresh rates. It is important to understand that using third-party software always carries risks, so make backup copies of your data before experiments.

If your screen supports high Hertz, make sure that in the settings itself Android (Screen section) the maximum refresh rate is selected. Sometimes a game cannot produce 60 FPS simply because the system limits the display to 60 Hz or even 30 Hz in power saving mode.

Technical details of unlocking

The configuration file is usually located in the Android/data/com.miHoYo.GenshinImpact/files/ folder. Changing the FPSUnlock setting in a text file can activate stealth mode, but the game version may reset these changes when updating.

Temperature and Throttling Management

Overheating is the main enemy of stable FPS on mobile platforms. When the temperature SoC (system-on-chip) reaches a critical point, the system automatically reduces the clock frequency of the processor and video core. This process is called throttling, and it leads to sharp drops in frame rate after 10-15 minutes of play.

To combat this phenomenon, you can use external cooling systems, for example, coolers with a Peltier element, which are attached to the back cover of the smartphone. Passive cooling is also effective: remove the case during gameplay to improve heat dissipation, and play indoors with air conditioning or a fan.

Cooling method	Efficiency	Risks	Cost
Removing the cover	Low	No	Free
Fan/Air conditioning	Medium	No	Free
Peltier cooler	High	Condensate	Medium
Liquid cooling (internal)	Depends on the model	No	High (phone purchase)

There are software methods for temperature control, such as sensor monitoring applications. They allow you to monitor heating in real time. If you see the temperature rising too quickly, take a break to let the device cool down, otherwise long-term performance will drop.

Clearing the cache and optimizing storage

Clogged internal storage negatively affects reading speed data, which is especially important for open-world games such as Genshin Impact. When there is less than 10-15% free space left on the disk, the writing and reading speed drops, causing micro-freezes when loading textures and models.

It is recommended to regularly clear the game cache through the app settings. To do this, go to Android Settings → Applications → Genshin Impact → Storage → Clear cache. Do not confuse this with clearing data, as the latter action will delete all downloaded game resources and you will have to download them again.

• 🗑️ Junk removal: Use built-in cleaning tools to delete temporary files of other applications.
• 📂 Media transfer: Move photos and videos to an SD card or to the cloud, freeing up space on a fast internal drive.
• 🔄 Reinstallation: If a game has been running slowly for a long time, a full reinstall can fragment the files and make them load faster.

Fragmentation of files on flash memory occurs less frequently than on HDD, but with frequent updates of game resources, the file structure may deteriorate. A complete reinstallation of the game ensures that all resources will be written sequentially and optimally for the current state of the file system.

⚠️ Attention: Settings menu interfaces may differ depending on the version Android and shell of the manufacturer (Samsung, Xiaomi, Realme). If you do not find the item you need, use the search in the phone settings.

Advanced methods: USB and GPU debugging

For advanced users, it is possible to fine-tune rendering through the developer menu. To activate it, click 7 times on the build number in the About phone. After this, the “For Developers” item will appear in the menu, where powerful tools are hidden.

In this section you can find the option “Disable HW overlays”. Enabling this feature forces the GPU to handle UI overlay, which in some cases can improve performance in games that use specific rendering methods. It's also worth experimenting with the graphics driver if your system-on-a-chip Snapdragon allows you to choose between a system driver and an updateable driver.

adb shell settings put global window_animation_scale 0.5
adb shell settings put global transition_animation_scale 0.5
adb shell settings put global animator_duration_scale 0.5

These commands, entered through a computer with ADBinstalled, reduce the duration of system animations. While this does not directly impact game rendering, it reduces the overall load on the interface and makes switching between windows more responsive, which indirectly helps keep resources focused on the game.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Will Root access increase FPS in Genshin Impact?

Getting root access in itself does not increase FPS, but it opens access to tools like Magisk modules for overclocking the processor or disabling throttling. However, this will void the warranty and may lead to an account ban if the game's anti-cheat detects system modifications.

Will installing the game on an SD card help?

No, it will most likely harm. The read speed of most memory cards is significantly lower than the speed of internal storage (UFS). Installing the game on an SD card will lead to an increase in loading time and the appearance of additional freezes when loading the world.

Why does FPS drop in cooperative mode?

In co-op, the CPU load increases due to the need to synchronize the actions of four players, processing their effects and positions in real time. This requires more processing power than a single-player game, so frame drops in this mode are natural for weaker devices.

Can I use game boosters from manufacturers?

Yes, the built-in game turbo modes (Game Turbo, Game Launcher) are usually safe and effective. They work at the system level, prioritizing traffic and CPU resources for the game, without violating the integrity of game files, which does not arouse suspicion from anti-cheat.