Why is BlueStacks running slowly or freezing, and how can I improve the emulator’s performance?

Why the emulator slows down and how to improve its performance. Here are useful and up-to-date recommendations:

Not enough RAM or CPU cores allocated

By default, BlueStacks may use minimal resources.
Increase the amount of RAM and CPU cores in the emulator settings.

Optimal: 4 GB RAM and 4 cores (if your PC allows it).

Virtualization (VT) is disabled in BIOS

Without VT-x / AMD-V, BlueStacks runs significantly slower.
Enter BIOS and enable virtualization — this almost always boosts FPS and load speed.

High load on your PC

Open Task Manager and check if background apps are consuming CPU or disk.
Close browsers, games, torrents, and heavy programs.

Incorrect graphics settings

Try switching the graphics engine between OpenGL and DirectX.
Lower the DPI and window resolution of the emulator.
Enable hardware acceleration (if available).

Outdated GPU drivers

Update your NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel graphics drivers — BlueStacks depends heavily on GPU performance.

PC overheating

High CPU temperatures force the system to throttle.
Clean the fans, check temperatures under load, and improve cooling.

Too many apps installed inside BlueStacks

Remove unnecessary games and clear cache inside the emulator.
Use “Disk Cleanup” in the Settings menu.

If BlueStacks continues to lag despite optimization or freezes without any clear reason, make sure to report it on Xolvie — this helps draw attention to the emulator’s issues.