Written By Divya
Published By: Divya | Published: Sep 16, 2025, 08:33 PM (IST)
If you’ve ever tried playing Free Fire, Call of Duty Mobile, or BGMI on a phone that isn’t exactly a gaming beast, you already know the pain. One moment you’re landing with your squad, the next your screen stutters, and before you can even aim, you’re out of the game. Annoying, right? But here’s the thing-lag on budget or older phones is super common, and it doesn’t mean you need to buy a fancy new device right away. With a few quick fixes, you can actually make your phone run these games a lot smoother. Let’s go through them one by one. Also Read: 7 Tricks To Get Free Diamonds In Free Fire MAX (Legit Ways)
First stop-the settings menu. Drop the graphics to “Smooth” or “Low” and don’t be tempted by “Ultra.” It may not look as sharp, but you’ll thank yourself when the game doesn’t freeze mid-fight. Keep frame rate on “High” if your phone supports it, otherwise stick to what’s stable. Also Read: Battlefield 6 Release Timings Revealed For All Regions: How The Game Compares To Black Ops 7
Games like BGMI and COD Mobile are storage-hungry. If your phone is almost full, performance takes a hit. Clear out unused apps, delete junk files, and keep a few GBs of free space. Trust me, your game (and your phone) will breathe easier.
Before you dive into a match, swipe away all those background apps. Music players, Instagram, or even downloads quietly eat up RAM. A quick restart before gaming also gives your phone a clean slate to run smoothly.
Most phones these days have a built-in Game Mode or Performance Mode. Toggle it on-it prioritizes your game and blocks distractions. If your phone doesn’t have it, at least switch on “Do Not Disturb” so notifications don’t ruin your clutch moment.
Overheating – instant lag. Don’t charge while gaming, lower your screen brightness, and avoid long marathon sessions in one go. Even a small break between matches can stop your phone from turning into a mini furnace.