Complete Primogem Guide: From F2P to Full Pity
Primogems are Genshin's most valuable currency. This guide covers every source — daily commissions, Spiral Abyss, world quests, events — so you can plan your pulls strategically.
Primogem Sources Overview
| Source | Monthly (approx.) | Notes |
| Daily Commissions | 6,000 | 4 dailies × 10 primogems × 30 days |
| Serenitea Pot Mail | 900 | 3x/day, random chance of primogems |
| Spiral Abyss | 3,600–7,200 | Full clear = 7200, partial = 3600/mo |
| Version Events | 2,000–8,000 | 2–4 events/version, 200–1600 each |
| Archon/World Quests | 2,000–4,000/version | Main story + world quests |
| Patch Notes | 600 | ~600 per minor update |
| Battle Pass (paid) | Extra ~6,000 | 680 RMB/year, not free |
| **Total (F2P)** | **~14,000–18,000/mo** | Including events & abyss |
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Daily Primogems (Steady Income)
Daily Commissions: Complete 4 commissions daily for 40 primogems + adventure EXP. That's 6,000/month — the most reliable source for F2P players.
Serenitea Pot: 3 deliveries per day, random primogem rewards (10/20/40). ~900/month on average.
Interpretation Tokens: Exchange at AR 45+ for 160 primogems each (3 total). Worth prioritizing.
Spiral Abyss (High-Yield Source)
| Strategy | Monthly Primogems | Requirement |
| Full clear (12★) | 7,200 | Needs decent team composition |
| Partial clear (1★ floors 9–12) | 3,600 | Most players can achieve |
| Only floors 9–12 | ~2,400 | Beginner-friendly |
> Note: Resets twice per month (1st/16th), 36 floors × 100 primogems = 3,600.
Events & Story
Limited Events: Each version typically has 2–4 events, contributing 200–1,600 primogems each. ~8,000–12,000/year from events alone.
Archon Quests: Each act rewards 300–800 primogems. Complete all ~4,000–6,000.
World Quests: Total ~3,000–5,000 primogems across all regions. Do these during early game.
Primogem Budget Calculator
| Goal | Primogems Needed | Monthly (F2P) | Months |
| 1 Hard Pity (90 pulls) | 16,000 | ~16,000 | 1 month |
| 1 Character (incl. 50-50) | 8,000 | ~16,000 | 0.5 month |
| 1 Weapon Pledge (160 pulls) | 28,800 | ~16,000 | 1.8 months |
| 2 Hard Pities | 32,000 | ~16,000 | 2 months |
FAQ
Q: How many primogems can F2P earn per month?
A: Steady sources give ~14,000–18,000/month (dailies + abyss + events + quests).
Q: What if I can't clear Spiral Abyss?
A: Even 1★ on floors 9–12 gives ~2,400/month. Better than skipping it entirely.
Q: Is the Battle Pass worth buying?
A: 680 RMB/year for ~6,000 extra primogems. Decent but not essential for F2P.
Q: How fast can I save for a hard pity?
A: With daily commissions + abyss + events, F2P players can reach 16,000 primogems in about 1 month.
Quick Answers
How many primogems can F2P earn per month?
Steady sources give ~14,000–18,000/month (dailies + abyss + events + quests).
What if I can't clear Spiral Abyss?
Even 1★ on floors 9–12 gives ~2,400/month. Better than skipping it entirely.
Is the Battle Pass worth buying?
680 RMB/year for ~6,000 extra primogems. Decent but not essential for F2P.
How fast can I save for a hard pity?
With daily commissions + abyss + events, F2P players can reach 16,000 primogems in about 1 month.