How to understand that Xiaomi turned on fast charging: all ways to check

Have you connected a Xiaomi smartphone to a charger but aren’t sure if fast charging is activated? or have you noticed that the phone is charging longer than usual, even though you use the original adapter? In this article, we’ll look at all the visual and audio features that can tell you how you charge on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices, from icons in the status bar to hidden MIUI settings.

The manufacturer is actively implementing various standards for fast charging, from the classic Quick Charge 3.0/4+ to the branded HyperCharge (120W) and Turbo Charge (67W/33W). At the same time, the charging display interface changed depending on the version of MIUI and the smartphone model. We collected the latest information for the MIUI 12-14 firmware and the latest flagships like Xiaomi 14 Ultra or Redmi Note 13 Pro+.

Important: if your Xiaomi doesn't show a fast charging icon, it doesn't always mean a problem. Sometimes it's because of protocol incompatibility, power saving settings, or even the cable itself. Next, a detailed guide with examples for different scenarios.

1. Fast charging icons in the status bar

The most obvious way to check the type of charge is to look at the battery icon at the top of the screen. MIUI uses several options for indicators that depend on the power of the charger and the smartphone model:

• ⚡ Lightning inside the battery – standard charging (5W–10W). It is used when connected to weak adapters or USB-port.
• ⚡⚡ Two lightning bolts -- fast charging (18W–33W). A typical indicator for Quick Charge 3.0 or Turbo Charge on most Redmi and other features. POCO.
• ⚡⚡⚡ Three lightning bolts - super-fast charging (67W–120W). Meet on Xiaomi flagships 12T Pro, 13 Pro or Redmi Note 12 Pro+ HyperCharge-enabled.
• 🔋 Battery with an inscription "BOOST" — Accelerated charging on some models (for example, POCO F5 Pro).

On smartphones with AMOLED-screens (for example, Xiaomi 13 Lite or Redmi) K60) The indicator can be displayed even on the device turned off, as an animation of lightning next to the percentage of charge. If the icon flashes or disappears, this is a sign of unstable connection (check the cable and port).

2. Color indicators and animations

In addition to icons, MIUI uses color cues and dynamic effects to indicate the type of charge.

• 🟢 Green color of the charging icon - standard mode (up to the 10W). It is activated when connected to uncertified adapters.
• 🟠 Orange/Yellow – Fast Charging (18W–33W). Often accompanied by pulsating animation.
• 🔴 Red - superfast charging (67W+). On some models (Xiaomi) 11T Pro: The inscription appears EXTREME CHARGE.
• 🔵 Blue - wireless charging (up to) 50W On supported models, for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro).

On devices with MIUI 13/14, when ultrafast charging is activated, full-screen animations labeled HyperCharge or Turbo Charging may appear. If the animation suddenly disappears, this is a signal of overheating or automatic power reduction.

On the Xiaomi 12S Ultra and newer, a high temperature warning may appear when charging 120W in the first 10 minutes, which is normal as the system tests the safety of the process.

3. Sound signals and vibrations

Many users are unaware that Xiaomi can tell you about the type of charging sound or vibration, these signals depend on the system settings:

• 🔔 One short sound – standard charging (5W–10W).
• 🔔🔔 Two sound signals – fast charging (18W–33W).
• 🔊 Long sound. + vibration - ultrafast charging (67W+). On some models (Redmi) K50 Gaming) Added voice alert "Extreme charge activated".
• 🚫 No sound – charging notifications may have been disabled in settings (Settings) → Sounds and vibrations → Systemic sounds).

To enable or disable these alerts:

1. Go to Settings → Sounds and vibrations.
2. Select System Sounds.
3. Activate or deactivate the Sound switch when you connect the charging.

On devices with MIUI 14, you can customize the sounds for different types of charging, such as as assigning a melody for ultra-fast charging and vibration for standard charging, which is convenient if you often use different adapters.

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If the charging sound is annoying but you want to keep the vibration, only turn off the Connection Sound setting, leaving the Vibration active when connected in the same settings.

4. Check the type of charging through settings

If visual indicators are missing or in doubt, you can check the type of charging in the hidden MIUI menus.

Method 1: Menu "Battery state"

1. Open Settings → Battery and Performance.
2. Slip the battery icon in the upper right corner (or select Battery Status).
3. The Charge section will specify the current protocol (e.g. Quick Charge 4+ or MI Turbo Charge 33W).

Method 2: Engineering menu (for advanced)

To access technical information:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination ##4636##.
3. Go to the Battery Information tab.
4. Look at AC powered and Charge type.

Warning: The engineering menu contains options that could disrupt the device. Do not edit the settings unless you are sure of their purpose.

5.Why doesn't Xiaomi show fast charging?

If your smartphone supports fast charging but the indicators don’t show up, the reasons may be as follows:

• 🔌 A non-original cable or adapter. Even if the adapter is powerful enough, a poor-quality cable can limit current. Use Xiaomi certified accessories.
• 🔋 Power saving mode is on. MIUI When Super Power Saving is activated, fast charging automatically shuts down. → Battery → Energy saving regimes.
• 📱 Outdated firmware. On some models (Redmi Note 10 Pro) after upgrading to MIUI 13 Support for higher charging capacities appears.
• 🔥 Overheating: If the battery temperature exceeds 40°C, the system reduces the charging power to a safe level.
• 🛠️ Damaged port. USB-C. Oxidation or contamination of contacts can lead to unstable charging.

Note: devices with MIUI 14 have a hidden setting limiting charging to 80% to save battery life. If you see charging stops by 80%, check Settings → Battery → Battery settings → Charging Limit.

6. Features of wireless charging

Xiaomi smartphones with wireless charging support (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro, Mix 4) display it differently:

• 📶 Wireless charging icon – stylized battery with waves (replaces lightning).
• 🔵 The blue color of the indicator is standard wireless charging (up to) 10W).
• 🟣 Purple color – fast wireless charging (30W–50W).
• 🎵 Unique sound – different from wired charging (higher tone).

To activate the maximum wireless charging power:

1. Use the original Xiaomi Wireless Charger station (e.g., the MDY-12-ES model for 50W).
2. Make sure the smartphone is in the center of the charging pad (shift reduces efficiency).
3. Remove the cover thicker than 3 mm - it can block the signal.

Note: on the Xiaomi 13 Pro, when charging wirelessly with 50W power, a heating warning may appear in the first minutes. This is normal - the system adapts to conditions. If the phone gets very hot, charging will automatically drop to 30W.

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Wireless charging on Xiaomi works more efficiently at ambient temperatures of 10-35 ° C. In a cold room (below 5 ° C), power can drop by 30-40%.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi charging