Mobile gaming on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices is often accompanied by tactile returns that are designed to increase immersion in the gameplay. However, not all players like the constant shaking of the smartphone in their hands, especially during long sessions or when using devices with powerful vibrators. Sometimes the vibration can distract from concentration or just annoying if you are in a quiet place.
Fortunately, the MIUI ecosystem and the new HyperOS offer a wide range of options for customizing tactile experiences. The user can completely turn off the vibration in games through system settings, use Game Turbo mode, or change the settings within the application itself. In this article, we will discuss all available methods that will help you make gaming as comfortable as possible.
Before we get into the settings, it’s worth noting that the menu layout may vary slightly depending on the operating system version and your smartphone model. However, the overall algorithm of actions remains the same for most devices of the Chinese manufacturer. Let’s look at the step-by-step instructions for each method.
Use of Game Turbo mode
The most efficient and quickest way to control tactics during the game is to use the built-in Game Turbo tool, which optimizes the processor and allows you to flexibly adjust notifications and physical responses of the system without digging deep into the general settings.
To access the functionality, run the game through the standard Security app or simply open the game added to the list of gaming applications. When the game starts, swipe from the top left or right corner of the screen (depending on the version of the shell) to call the side control panel. Here you will see the gear icon or the settings slider.
In the Game Turbo menu, find the tactile recoil section, which in some versions of the firmware can be called Vibration or have a vibrator icon, and the switch allows you to instantly turn off vibration for your current session, which is especially convenient because it doesn't require you to change system settings every time you do it again.
☑️ Checking the Game Turbo settings
It's important to understand that Game Turbo settings can take precedence over the general system audio settings, so if you turn off the vibration in the system but turn it on in the game profile, the phone will still vibrate, so checking this partition is the first step in diagnostics.
Global shutdown through system settings
If you want to ensure that you get rid of tactile response in all applications, including games that do not support Game Turbo profiles, you need to refer to the basic Android settings.This method is universal and works on all versions of MIUI and HyperOS.
Go to the Settings menu for your smartphone. Find the Sound and Vibration section. Depending on the regional firmware version (Global, Chinese, EEA), the path may vary slightly, but the keywords remain the same. Here you are interested in Vibration when touching or Tactile response.
By disabling this setting, you will eliminate the vibration of the keyboard, dialing and, importantly for us, many game mechanics that are tied to system events, but it is worth noting that some games use their own vibration engines, which may ignore the system ban on tactile response of the interface.
⚠️ Warning: A complete shutdown of system vibration can make typing and navigation less convenient as you stop feeling confirmed actions.
For those who want to leave the vibration of the call but remove the in-game one, there is a finer setup: In the same Sound and Vibration menu, find the Vibration item in silent mode and make sure it is customized according to your preferences, although for games this is most often not the deciding factor unless the game is running in the background.
Setting parameters inside gaming applications
Many modern mobile games, such as PUBG Mobile, Call of Duty, Genshin Impact or Asphalt, have their own graphics and sound settings that overlap system settings. Developers often add the vibration option separately for shots, collisions or damage.
To find these settings, open the game and go to the Settings menu. Usually the gear icon is in the corner of the home screen. Next, look for the Sound or Basic tab. There should be a Vibration switch or a Haptic Feedback.
Disabling this option inside the game is the most reliable way to remove specific game vibrations that are not controlled by the Android system, and it can also have a positive impact on the autonomy of the device, since the vibrator consumes a certain amount of power.
Why does the game vibrate even after a shutdown?
In the table below are popular games and approximate location of vibration settings to make it easier for you to navigate:
| Name of game | The path to adjustment | Option name |
|---|---|---|
| PUBG Mobile | Settings → Sound | Vibration |
| Genshin Impact | Settings → Sound → Phone | Controller Vibration |
| Call of Duty Mobile | Settings → Audio | Vibration |
| Asphalt 9 | Options → Sound | Vibration |
Management through Security Application
In Xiaomi shells, the central performance management node is the Security app. That's where the resides Game Turbo and many of the hidden optimization settings are. If you can't find the game's desktop settings, chances are they're hidden inside that system app.
Open the Security app (green shield icon). Scroll down to the Game Turbo section. If you don't have a list of games, click on the menu or settings icon in the corner. Select a specific game from the list or go to the general game mode settings.
Here you can not only turn off the vibration, but also adjust the response to notifications. Often players confuse the vibration from the game events with the vibration from the message that came. In Game Turbo, you can adjust the style of displaying notifications so that they do not cause the phone to shake during the match.
Also available in this section is the "Game Acceleration" feature, which can indirectly affect the operation of the phone's modules by prioritizing CPU resources over a periphery such as a vibrator. Make sure the performance profile is not in "No Limits" mode if it causes excessive component activity.
Specificity of the work of vibromotors in different models
Xiaomi and POCO devices come with different types of vibrators. Budget models (Redmi Note series, POCO M) use conventional eccentric motors that create a rather rough and loud vibration. Flagships (Xiaomi 13/14 series, POCO F5/F6) have linear X-axis motors that provide a clear and pleasant tactile response.
Understanding your motor type is important, because if you have a budget device, the vibration can be so strong that it makes it difficult to hold your phone, so software shutdown is the only solution, and in flagships, the vibration is often subtle, and users may not even notice it until they turn it off.
It’s worth mentioning that some custom firmware and theme designs (Themes) may have their own vibration settings, and if standard methods don’t work, try changing themes to standard Classic or Default and checking the system’s behavior.
⚠️ Warning: Installing third-party themes from unreliable sources can lead to conflict in the operation of system services, including sound and vibration management.
For advanced users using ADB (Android Debug Bridge), there is a possibility of deeper customization. However, for the average user, the capabilities provided by the MIUI interface are sufficient. Using third-party vibration management applications on Xiaomi is often ineffective due to the aggressive energy saving policy of the system.
Additional Advice and Resolving Problems
Sometimes the vibration doesn’t turn off even after all of the above actions, which may be due to a software failure or a Haptic Feedback service sticking, and in such cases, a simple reboot of the device that resets temporary service caches helps.
If the problem persists in only one particular game, try clearing its cache. Go to Settings → Apps → All apps, find the right game, select Memory and click Clear Cache. This will not delete your saves (if they are in the cloud), but can fix the wrong settings.
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Check system updates in the About Phone menu periodically. Xiaomi often releases patches that fix peripheral and vibration control bugs in newer versions of games.
It's also worth checking if No Sound is Vibratory. In some Android configurations, when you switch the volume slider down to the end, the system suggests you select No Sound or No Vibration Sound mode. Make sure you select a clean no-vibration mode.
In conclusion, tactile response management on Xiaomi smartphones is a balance between comfort and functionality. Using a combination of system settings and Game Turbo game profiles, you can achieve the perfect experience.
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The integrated approach (game settings + Game Turbo + system) guarantees a complete shutdown of vibration and battery saving.