Genshin Impact on Android: how much does the game weigh in 2026 and how to free up space

• 🔑 Saves (profile, progress) - ~50-100 MB.
• ⚙️ Graphics and interface settings - ~10-20 MB.

The heaviest components - these are cards and voices. For example, if you play only in Russian, you can delete all other voice packages and save up to 3 GB.

Can I delete .obb files?

Files with the extension .obb (for example, com.mihoyo.GenshinImpact_files/main.1.com.mihoyo.GenshinImpact.obb) contain basic game data. Removing them will lead to game crashes on startup. However, they can be moved to an external memory card (if the smartphone supports Android). adoptable storage in Android).

How to reduce the weight of Genshin Impact on Android?

If the game takes up too much space, try these proven methods optimization. Some of them require manual actions, but allow you to save up to 5–7 GB.

1. Removing unnecessary voice packages

Installs Genshin Impact sets all available dubbing languagesby default, even if you only use one. To remove unnecessary ones:

1. Open the game and go to Settings (⚙️) → Voice → Loading voice packages.
2. Uncheck unnecessary languages (for example, leave only Russian or English).
3. Confirm deletion - the files will be erased the next time you start.

⚠️ Attention: If you play on emulator or plan to change the language later, it is better to leave at least one backup package (for example, English).

2. Clearing the cache manually

The texture and shader cache can swell up to several gigabytes. To clear it:

1. Close the game.
2. Go to Android Settings → Applications → Genshin Impact → Memory → Clear cache.
3. The next time you start the game, the cache will be rebuilt, but its size will be smaller.

This procedure can be repeated every 2-3 weeks, especially after major updates.

3. Transfer to an external memory card

If your smartphone supports microSD, you can transfer some of the game files:

• 📁 Use the function Adoptable Storage (Android 6.0+) to combine the card with internal memory.
• 🔄 Or manually transfer the folder Android/obb/com.mihoyo.GenshinImpact_files to an SD card (root access is required).

⚠️ Attention: Not all smartphones work correctly with Adoptable Storage. On some devices (Xiaomi, Samsung) this may lead to slow game loading.

Check free space (minimum 20 GB)

Delete unnecessary applications or files

Disable auto-update of the game on Google Play

Download APK from the official website (sometimes easier than through the store)

Transfer media files (photos, videos) to the cloud or SD card-->

How much do Genshin Impact updates weigh?

Each major update (for example, output of a new region) adds 1.5–3 GB data. Minor patches (bug fixes, events) - 200–500 MB. In 2026, HoYoverse implemented a system delta updatesthat reduces the size of downloaded files by 20–30%, but only if you update gradually (without skipping versions).

Approximate weight of updates over the last year:

• 📌 4.8 → 5.0 (Nata): +2.8 GB (new region, characters, quests).
• 📌 4.7 → 4.8: +1.2 GB (events, balance, minor fixes).
• 📌 4.6 → 4.7: +900 MB (new skins, artifacts).

If you missed several updates, the game can load full package up to 5–6 GB instead of a delta update.

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To save traffic and space, update the game regularlywithout skipping versions. This reduces the size of downloaded files.

Is it possible to play Genshin Impact from an external drive?

Technically yes, but with reservations. There are 3 ways launching the game from microSD or a USB drive:

1. Adoptable Storage (Android 6.0+):

   The function allows you to “combine” an external card with internal memory. After this Genshin Impact you can install directly on the SD card.

   ➕ Pros: the game runs stable, no lags.

   ➖ Cons: the card must be fast (UHS-I/UHS-II), otherwise there will be slowdowns.

2. Manually moving files (requires root):

   You can manually move the folder com.mihoyo.GenshinImpact_files to an external drive and create a symbolic link.

   ⚠️ Risk: if done incorrectly, the game will not will start.

3. Using an emulator (for example, BlueStacks):

   If you play through an emulator on a PC, you can specify the path to the game files on an external drive.

   ➖ Cons: not suitable for mobile devices.

🔹 Best option for most users — Adoptable Storage, but it does not work on all smartphones. For example, on Samsung Galaxy s One UI this function may be disabled by the manufacturer.

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Before transferring the game to the SD card, check its speed using the application A1 SD Bench. If the recording speed is lower 20 MB/s, the game will slow down.

Frequent problems with the weight of the game and their solutions

Users often encounter unexpected growth size Genshin Impact or errors due to lack of memory. Let's look at top 5 problems and ways to solve them.

1. The game takes up more space than indicated in Google Play

🔹 Cause: Google Play shows the size of only the .apkfile, and the main data (.obb) is loaded later.

🔧 Solution: Free up before installation minimum 20 GB.

2. After the update, the game weighs 5–6 GB more

🔹 Reason: Old update files are not deleted automatically.

🔧 Solution: Clear the folder Android/data/com.mihoyo.GenshinImpact/files/update manually.

3. Not enough space for update

🔹 Cause: Updates require double free space (download a new package, then replace the old one).

🔧 Solution:

• Transfer some of the files to the SD card.
• Use Google Files to clean up garbage.
• Uninstall other heavy games (for example, Honkai: Star Rail or Call of Duty Mobile).

4. The game lags after clearing the cache

🔹 Reason: The shader cache is rebuilt during the game, which creates a load.

🔧 Solution: Wait 5-10 minutes - the lags will disappear after the rebuild.

5. The game cannot be installed due to the "Insufficient memory" error

🔹 Cause: On some smartphones (Xiaomi Redmi, Realme), the system reserves space for the OS.

🔧 Solution: Install the game via APK + OBB manually (download from the official website HoYoverse).

How to download APK + OBB manually?

1. Download GenshinImpact_Global.apk from the site HoYoverse.

2. Download .obbfile for your version (usually one large archive).

3. Place .obb in the folder Android/obb/com.mihoyo.GenshinImpact_files/.

4. Install .apk and run the game.

FAQ: Answers to frequently asked questions

🔍 Is it possible to play Genshin Impact on Android with 32 GB of memory?

Technically yes, but you will have to:

• Delete all unnecessary applications.
• Use microSD to transfer files.
• Clean regularly cache (once a week).

In practice not recommended —the game will slow down due to lack of memory for the background.

🗑️ What happens if you delete the folder com.mihoyo.GenshinImpact_files?

Game will not start and will require re-installation. This folder stores:

• Basic data (.obb).
• Saves (if not linked to an account HoYoverse).
• Cache and settings.

⚠️ Attention: If you delete the folder, but save config.ini (file with settings), they can be restored.

📱 How to find the exact weight of Genshin Impact on your phone?
Go to:
1. Android Settings → Applications → Genshin Impact → Memory.
2. Or use a file manager (for example, Solid Explorer) and check the folder size Android/obb/com.mihoyo.GenshinImpact_files.
Pay attention to the sections:
• Application data — main files.
• Cache —temporary files (can be cleared).
🔄 Is it possible to roll back the update to save space?

No, HoYoverse does not support rollback of versions. If you delete the game and install an old version:

• You will not be able to enter the game (the servers require the current version).
• You risk getting banned for using modified files.

The only way is wait for optimization from the developers.

🎮 How much does Genshin Impact weigh on iOS compared to Android?

On iOS the game usually weighs 10-15% lessbecause:

• Apple uses a more efficient file compression system (APFS).
• Updates are optimized for iPhone/iPad.

Example: if on Android version 5.0 weighs 16.8 GB, then on iOS** - ~15.2 GB.