Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) players may soon experience even smoother gameplay, as reports indicate that Krafton is working on introducing 144 FPS and 165 FPS support. This potential update would push the game’s performance beyond the current 120 FPS standard found on flagship devices.
Following recent updates that enabled 120 FPS mode for high-end smartphones, the demand for higher frame rates has grown within the competitive community. Leaks and community discussions suggest that the developers are testing these ultra-high frame rate options to match the capabilities of modern gaming hardware.
Pushing Beyond 120 FPS
Currently, BGMI supports up to 120 FPS on select flagship devices, a feature introduced in the version 3.2 and 3.6 updates. This setting significantly improved fluidity and reaction times for players. The rumored move to 144 FPS and 165 FPS represents the next logical step in mobile esports, bringing the game closer to PC-level monitor refresh rates.
If implemented, these modes would be exclusive to devices that possess both the processing power to render frames this quickly and the display technology to show them.
Hardware Requirements for 144 FPS and 165 FPS
Accessing these new settings will require top-tier hardware. Players will need smartphones equipped with displays that support 144Hz or 165Hz refresh rates. Standard 60Hz or even 120Hz screens cannot physically display the additional frames, meaning the feature will likely remain locked for the vast majority of users.
Likely Compatible Device Categories:
- Gaming-Centric Phones: Devices from series like ASUS ROG, RedMagic, and Black Shark are the most likely candidates, as they frequently feature 165Hz panels.
- Flagship Androids: Select high-performance models from iQOO (such as the iQOO 12 or upcoming 13 series) and Motorola that support 144Hz refresh rates could also be eligible.
- Processor Specs: Achieving stable frame rates at this level requires powerful chipsets, likely the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, Gen 3, or the newly announced Gen 4 processors.
Competitive Advantage
For esports athletes and competitive rank pushers, higher FPS (Frames Per Second) translates directly to lower input latency. The jump from 120 FPS to 165 FPS offers diminishing returns compared to the jump from 60 to 120, but in high-stakes scenarios, every millisecond of responsiveness counts. Smoother tracking of moving targets and quicker visual feedback are the primary benefits of these ultra-high frame rate modes.
While Krafton has not yet released an official patch note confirming a specific release date, the buzz surrounding these features suggests they could be part of a future major update in 2026.