• If your Discord is lagging, try some basic fixes, such as updating the app or checking Discord servers.
  • If the above does not work, clear your Discord cache.
  • You can also try Reset Voice Settings: Open Discord > Discord Settings > Voice & Video > Reset Voice Settings.

Basic Fixes

  • Close unused apps: Unused open apps could cause lag in Discord. Therefore, shut down the apps not in use.
  • Check network connection: Discord requires a robust internet connection to work as expected. Do a simple speed test , reload the page, or check if your Mac has Wi-Fi issues .
  • Update Discord: Apps that aren’t updated tend to get buggy. Hence, update your Discord app if there’s a lag to see if it is a bug.
  • Re-install Discord: Updating didn’t work? Uninstall Discord and re-install it to see if it lags.
  • Check Discord servers: Sometimes, Discord lag can be attributed to server-side problems. Visit Discord status to ensure its servers are running fine. If you see an issue, try after a while.

Fix 1: Turn off Hardware Acceleration

Active hardware acceleration could be a factor in Discord’s lag on your Windows or Mac. We suggest you turn this off from Discord settings.

Step 1: Launch the Discord app on your desktop. Then, click on the Settings icon.

Step 2: Tap Voice & Video on the left > disable Hardware Acceleration .

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Now, restart Discord and try using the app.

Fix 2: Clear Discord Cache

While a cache is beneficial for smoother operations, it can also cause app lag. Therefore, if your Discord app lags, clear the cache and try again. Here’s how.

On Windows

Step 1: Open File Explorer on Windows and head to the following path.

C:\Users\Username\AppData\Roaming
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Step 2: Open the Discord folder.

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Step 3: Select Cache , Code cache , and GPUCache folders and delete them.

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Now, empty the Recycle Bin and try again.

On Mac

Step 1: Launch Finder and press the Command + Shift + G keyboard shortcut. Then, tap Go to Folder .

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Step 2: Type the following command and hit the Return key.

~/Library/Application Support/discord/
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Step 3: Select and delete Cache , Code Cache , and GPUCache .

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You can read our dedicated post about clearing the Discord cache on mobile .

Fix 3: Enable Reduced Motion

The Reduced Motion option reduces the animations throughout Discord, making it faster. Here’s how to enable reduced motion.

Step 1: Open Discord . Then, tap on the Settings icon.

Step 2: Select Accessibility on the left pane. Then, uncheck Enable the Reduced Motion .

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Fix 4: Reset Voice Settings

Incorrect Discord voice settings could cause lags in the app. Therefore, reset voice settings on the Discord desktop to fix this.

Step 1: Open Discord > go to Discord Settings > Voice & Video .

Step 2: Scroll down and hit Reset Voice Settings .

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Fix 5: Check Power Settings (Windows only)

Most Windows laptops have different performance modes to get the best out of your laptop’s CPU and battery. For intensive tasks, you can enable the high-performance mode on your laptop and try using Discord.

Step 1: Click on the Battery icon in the Windows taskbar.

Step 2: Expand Power mode and select Best performance .

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