We’ve got a hack to help you stretch your dollar on Genshin Impact to get cheaper Genesis Crystals – simply use a VPN to buy the Genesis Crystals in USD!
Currency exchange is a finicky thing, but learning to monitor it and pay the (often) lower price can have great rewards. Case in point: Genshin Impact’s Genesis Crystals are cheaper in US dollar (USD) compared to Singapore dollar (SGD). This game currency is used to redeem Primogems, which is the primary in-game currency on Genshin Impact for you to redeem wishes and other things.
Ultimate Genshin Impact Guide:
#1: Genesis Crystals: How to Get Cheaper Crystals in USD
#2: Genshin Impact: Guide to Farming Primogems
How much cheaper are the Genesis Crystals in USD compared to SGD? Here’s a table breakdown for comparison:
Genesis Crystals Pack | SGD | USD | Savings |
60 crystals | S$1.48 | US$0.99 (~S$1.30) | ~S$0.18 |
300 crystals | S$6.98 | US$4.99 (~S$6.70) | ~S$0.28 |
980 crystals | S$21.98 | US$14.99 (~S$20.10) | ~S$1.90 |
1,980 crystals | S$44.98 | US$29.99 (~S$40.30) | ~S$4.70 |
3,280 crystals | S$68.98 | US$49.99 (~S$67.10) | ~S$1.90 |
6,480 crystals | S$148.98 | US$99.99 (~S$134.30) | ~S$14.70 |
As you can see, the cost savings are quite apparent, especially if you buy the 1,980 and 6,480 pack where you can save ~S$4.80 and ~S$14.70 respectively.
Do not purchase the Genesis Crystals in the Genshin Impact game app, because they’ll all be listed in SGD prices. In order to access the USD prices, you’ll need login to the miHoYo top-up centre on your browser.
And just like our sweet A&F hack for cheaper clothes, you’ll need to install the Hola VPN extension on your Google Chrome browser and use it as your VPN plugin. I chose Hola VPN because it’s the most lightweight, browser VPN and I don’t have to install additional software on my computer.
Once the plugin is added to your Google Chrome browser, turn it on, and we’re ready to go. Standby your YouTrip card to pay in USD and take advantage of Wholesale Exchange Rates with no fees! Here’s the step-by-step guide to get your hands on cheaper Genesis Crystals:
Step 1: Login to Your Genshin Impact miHoYo Account

Step 2: Select the Option to Top Up Genshin Impact Genesis Crystals

Step 3: Check That The Genesis Crystals Appear in USD instead of SGD


Step 4: Select Mastercard as Payment Mode

Step 5: Wait For Payment Page To Contact Card Issuer (YouTrip)

Step 6: Click “Next” to Verify With YouTrip’s Secure 3DS

Step 7: Wait For Successful USD Payment Page

Step 8: Use Genesis Crystals in Genshin Impact Game

Prime Your YouTrip Card For Cheaper Genesis Crystals
That wasn’t too difficult, was it? I hope you’re excited to try this ‘hack’ to get cheaper Genesis Crystals! If you’re an avid gamer, remember to hop on YouTrip Gaming on Discord to join fellow gamers for more Genshin Impact gameplay discussions!
If you still haven’t gotten your free YouTrip card yet, use promo code <5BLOG5> to sign up and receive a free S$5 in your account. 😎
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*All listed prices rates are accurate to nearest 10 cents on 25 November 2020 SGT 17:00. Top banner image from Genshin Impact’s official website.
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