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BGMI AIR (Formerly BGMI Lite) Pre-Registration Open: Launch Date, System Specs & 90 FPS Support

Krafton officially announces BGMI AIR (rebranded from BGMI Lite). Google Play pre-registration details, system specs for 2GB/3GB RAM phones, and Day-One 60 & 90 FPS support.

AMX Dev Team
AMX Dev Team
Gaming News Editor
October 14, 2026•6 min read

01Krafton Rebrands BGMI Lite to BGMI AIR: Great News for Budget Gamers

Krafton India has officially announced BGMI AIR (previously referred to by the community as BGMI Lite) on the Google Play Store, designed specifically for players with budget smartphones.

Over the years, the main BGMI app has grown to over 3.5 GB on download and over 10 GB with full map packages. This makes the standard game heavy and laggy on phones with 2GB, 3GB, or 4GB RAM.

BGMI AIR solves this by providing a feather-light battle royale experience that runs smoothly without crashing or overheating on entry-level devices.

Pre-registering for BGMI AIR on Google Play gives you an exclusive launch outfit, gun finish, and automated background installation on release day.

02System Requirements: Minimum vs Recommended Specs

BGMI AIR is engineered to run smoothly even on affordable entry-level hardware. Here are the official requirements:

  • Operating System: Android 5.1 or newer (Supports Android 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17).
  • RAM: Minimum 2 GB RAM (3 GB or 4 GB recommended for stable 60 FPS).
  • Download Size: ~650 MB initial download (under 1.5 GB total unpacked storage).
  • Processors Supported: MediaTek Helio G35, G85, G88, G99; Snapdragon 400, 680, 695 series; Unisoc T606, T612, T616.

03Key Improvements in BGMI AIR

To make the game run fast on budget phones, Krafton made key optimizations in BGMI AIR:

1. Lightweight Lobby: Simplified lobby screen prevents heat buildup while waiting for friends.

2. Optimized Map Textures: Streamlined building and ground textures reduce memory load on budget processors.

3. 60-Player Fast Matches: Classic matches have 60 players on 2x2 km maps, offering quick 10-12 minute games with smooth action.

4. Low Ping Optimization: Better network code designed for smooth play even on normal mobile data.

04Day-One 60 FPS & 90 FPS Support via FPS Unlocker

Most budget games lock the default graphic settings to 30 FPS or 40 FPS to avoid overheating. However, many budget phones now feature fast 90Hz screens (like POCO M5, Realme C55, and Moto G34).

Playing at 30 FPS on a 90Hz screen feels sluggish. Our FPS Unlocker v2.9.2 APK will provide day-one support for BGMI AIR.

By applying our lightweight profile, budget gamers on Helio G85, Snapdragon 680, and Unisoc chips can easily unlock locked 60 FPS or smooth 90 FPS in BGMI AIR with zero lag and zero root required.

You can bookmark our 120 FPS Setup Guide to be ready on launch day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Krafton India officially adopted the name 'BGMI AIR' to emphasize its feather-light download size, reduced memory footprint, and air-smooth frame pacing on budget smartphones.
Tags:#BGMI AIR#BGMI Lite Rebrand#Pre-Registration#Low End Phone#60 FPS#90 FPS#Budget Gaming
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