Xiaomi Redmi 9A is one of the most popular budget smartphones, but its modest specs (Helio G25 processor, 2-3 GB of RAM) often become a bottleneck in modern games. Fortunately, the manufacturer has integrated a special Game Turbo mode into MIUI, a tool that optimizes performance during gameplay. However, finding and properly configuring this feature is not always easy: depending on the firmware version, the path to activation may differ, and some options are hidden in the depths of the menu.
In this article, you will learn not only how to turn on the Game Turbo on Redmi 9A, but also how to fine-tune it for specific games (PUBG Mobile, Free Fire, Call of Duty), avoid overheating and extend battery life. We tested all methods on current versions of MIUI 12.5-14 and took into account the features of the budget hardware of the smartphone. If your Redmi 9A slows down in games or discharges quickly, these instructions will help you squeeze the most out of the device.
What is the Game Turbo and why is it needed on the Redmi 9A?
Game Turbo is Xiaomi’s proprietary technology that optimizes the smartphone during games by:
- 🔄 Resource reallocation: priority given to gameplay, background applications limited.
- 📈 Increase FPS:forced using the maximum frame rate supported by the game.
- 🔋 Power management: Balance between performance and battery heating/discharge.
- 🎮 Notification Blocking: Prevents Game Interruption with Pop-Up Windows.
- 📊 Performance monitoring: displays loading CPU/GPU, temperature, RAM consumption.
On the Redmi 9A, this feature is especially important because of the weak Helio G25 processor and small amount of RAM. Without the Game Turbo, games like PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact can slow down and the smartphone can overheat. However, turning on the mode does not always give an instant increase in FPS: the effect depends on the optimization of a particular game and the current system load.
⚠️ Attention: Redmi 9A With 2GB of Game Turbo RAM, you can force background apps (messengers, music) to close. If you want to multitask, turn off the Memory Cleanup option in the mode settings.
Where is Game Turbo in Redmi 9A Settings?
The path to activation of the Game Turbo depends on the version of MIUI. Redmi 9A with MIUI 12-14 firmware has three possible options:
- Standard Way (for most users): Open Settings → Special Features → Game Turbo.
- Using Battery and Performance** (if the first option is missing): Go to Settings → Battery and Performance → Performance Mode → Game Turbo.
- Through the notification bar (quick access): Swipe down from the top edge of the screen, find the icon "Game» (🎮) If you don't have an icon, add it manually (see section below).
If you haven’t found Game Turbo in any of these locations, it may be disabled at the firmware level, which is true for some regional versions of MIUI (e.g. Europe or Russia), in which case you should try to upgrade your smartphone or use an alternative method (see “How to turn on Game Turbo if it’s not in the settings”).
How to turn on Game Turbo on Redmi 9A
Follow this algorithm to activate the mode and customize it to your needs:
Open “Settings»|Find the section “Special features” or “Battery and performance»|Stroll on Game Turbo»|Turn on the slider at the top of the screen|Add the game to the list of optimized (if necessary)-->
Step 1. Open Settings and find the Special Features section (or Battery and Performance if the first one is not available).
Step 2. Select Game Turbo. If this is not available, check the MIUI version in Settings → About Phone. For MIUI 12.5 and later, the feature should be available.
Step 3: Activate the slider at the top of the screen, and then you'll see a list of games that you've installed on the device.
Step 4: Add the games you want to play to your optimized list (if they don’t automatically show up) and tap the + icon or select the game from the list.
Step 5 (optional) Configure additional parameters:
- 🔄 Memory Cleanup: Automatically closes background apps when you start a game.
- 📵 Block notifications: disables pop-ups during gameplay.
- 📊 Monitoring FPS: Shows the current frame rate (useful for benchmark tests).
⚠️ Warning: If after the Game Turbo is turned on, the games start to crash, turn off the option "Memory Cleanup." 9A With 2GB of RAM, this feature can conflict with background processes.
How to add Game Turbo to the notification bar for quick access
To avoid looking for the feature in the settings every time, add its icon to the notification curtain:
Step 1. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
Step 2. Stick on the icon «⚙️» (or "Edit" in the upper right corner.
Step 3. Find the "Game" icon in the list» (🎮) Or "Game Turbo" and drag it to the active area.
Step 4. Press "Done." Now you can turn on/off mode right from the curtain.
If the icon is not in the list, update the firmware or use an alternative way to start through Settings → Game Turbo.
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On Redmi 9A with MIUI 14, you can set a gesture to quickly launch the Game Turbo. To do this, go to Settings → Gestures → Quick Actions and select "Game Turbo".
How to turn on Game Turbo if it is not in Redmi 9A settings
If you didn’t find Game Turbo on the menu, the reasons may be as follows:
- 🔄 An outdated version MIUI (below 12.5).
- 🌍 Regional restrictions (e.g. European firmware).
- 📱 Lack of support on budget models (rarely, but common).
Decisions:
Method 1. Update the firmware
Go to Settings → About Phone → System Update and install the latest version of MIUI. After the update, check for Game Turbo.
Method 2: Use a hidden menu (for advanced ones)
Enter the dialer code in the phone number:
##4636##Select Phone Information → Test Menu and search for Game Mode.This method doesn’t work on all versions of MIUI and can cause crashes – use at your own risk.
Method 3. Install third-party software
If Game Turbo is not available at the system level, try alternative utilities from Google Play:
- Game Booster 4x Faster (FPS Optimization)
- GFX Tool (to customize graphics in games).
What if the Game Turbo is missing after the update?
Optimal Game Turbo settings for popular Redmi 9A games
Customizing Game Turbo to a specific game can significantly improve performance, and the following are recommendations for the most popular projects:
| Game. | Optimal graphics settings | Recommended Game Turbo Options | Expected FPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| PUBG Mobile | Balance/Low | Memory Cleanup: Including notifications: Including FPS Monitoring: Including | 25–30 |
| Free Fire | Low/Ultra | Memory Cleanup: Unlocking Notifications: On Performance Mode: Balanced | 35–40 |
| Call of Duty: Mobile | Low/Mediocre | Memory Cleanup: Including notifications: Including FPS Monitoring: Including | 30–35 |
| Genshin Impact | The lowest | Memory Cleanup: Unlocking Notifications: Including Performance Mode: Saving Battery | 15–20 |
For Redmi 9A, it is critical to balance graphics and performance. For example, in PUBG Mobile, the FPS will drop to 15-20 when setting High, and the smartphone will start to overheat. The optimal option is Balance or Low with Game Turbo enabled.
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On Redmi 9A with 2GB of RAM, always turn off Memory Cleanup for Genshin Impact and Honor of Kings – these games require a lot of resources and can fly out when forced background cleaning.
Frequent Game Turbo issues on Redmi 9A and their solutions
Even after setting up the Game Turbo properly, Redmi 9A users may run into problems.
Problem 1: The game lays down stronger after turning on Game Turbo
Decision:
- Turn off the option “Memory Cleanup” in the mode settings.
- Reduce the graphical settings in the game itself.
- Close all background applications manually before launching.
Problem 2: Game Turbo doesn't turn on or shut down right away
Decision:
- Check whether the function is blocked by third-party software (antiviruses, optimizers).
- Update MIUI to the latest version.
- Perform a reset of application settings (Settings → System → Resetting).
Problem 3: The phone is hot in the Game Turbo
Decision:
- Turn on Battery Savings mode in Game Turbo settings.
- Use a cooling stand or play at temperatures below 25°C.
- Reduce the brightness of the screen to 50-60%.
Problem 4: FPS counter is not displayed
Solution: Turn on the FPS Monitor option in the Game Turbo settings and restart the game. If the counter doesn't show up, check if the particular game supports it (for example, Clash Royale FPS does not show up).
⚠️ Attention: if Redmi 9A Starts to accidentally reboot while playing with Game Turbo turned on – turn off the mode and check the smartphone for overheating using the application CPU Monitor.Temperature above 65.°C may indicate a battery or thermal paste malfunction.