How to completely disable power saving mode on Xiaomi: all ways for MIUI

Power saving mode on Xiaomi devices is a useful feature for extending autonomy, but sometimes it interferes with the normal operation of the smartphone. Users face performance limitations, background processes turning off, and even notification problems. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to turn off energy saving on Redmi, POCO and Mi smartphones and tablets running MIUI 12-14 and Android 10-14.

It’s important to understand that the path to settings may vary slightly on different models, depending on the firmware and shell version. We’ll look at universal methods as well as nuances for popular devices like the Redmi Note 11, POCO X5 Pro or Xiaomi 13. If you don’t find the right option in the standard menu, check the hidden settings or use alternative methods.

Before you start shutting down, make sure your device is at least 20% charged - some changes to the power settings may require a reboot. Also note that a full power-saving shutdown will reduce battery life, especially on budget models with a small battery.

1. Standard shutdown via MIUI settings

The easiest way is to use the built-in MIUI shell options.This method works on most devices, including the Redmi 10, POCO F4 and Xiaomi 12T.

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the desktop).
2. Go to Battery and Performance (on some models, just Battery).
3. Select Energy Saving Mode or Energy Saving and Optimization.
4. Turn off the power saving switch (if it is active).
5. To completely shut down, also deactivate the Super Power Saving option (if available).

On some devices, such as the POCO M5, you may need to further disable Battery Optimization for applications.

• 🔧 Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
• 📱 Select the desired application (such as Telegram or WhatsApp).
• 🔋 Click Battery Optimization and select Without Limits.

If these restrictions remain, you may have a hidden power saving mode on your device that is activated when the battery is low (usually below 15%), and you will need to use Developer Mode to turn it off, as we will discuss in the next section.

2. Disconnection through Developer Mode (for power users)

Some power saving settings are hidden from the average user and are only available after the developer mode is activated.This method is suitable for devices on MIUI 13/14 and Android 12/13, where standard options may be limited.

First, turn on the developer mode:

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Find the MIUI version and click on it 7 times in a row.
3. Enter the unlock password (if required).
4. Return to the main settings menu – a new section will appear Additional settings → Developer settings.

Now, turn off the hidden restrictions:

• 🔧 Go to the Developer's Settings.
• 🔍 Find the option to limit background processes and select Without restrictions.
• ⚡ Turn off optimization. MIUI (if).
• 📵 Deactivate Automatic Wi-Fi and Mobile Data Shutdown in Standby Mode (If Intruders Are Intruding).

⚠️ Warning: Changing the settings in developer mode may lead to increased battery consumption or overheating of the device.It is not recommended to turn off thermal power limitation if you do not understand the consequences.

On some models, such as the Xiaomi 11T Pro, there is a separate option in the developer settings Force allow apps in background, which will help solve problems with notifications in Viber or Instagram.

3. Disconnecting energy saving for individual applications

Often users are faced with the fact that energy saving interferes with the operation of specific applications – for example, Google Maps stops updating the location in the background, and Spotify stops playing music when the screen is locked, in which case you can turn off battery optimization selectively (selectively).

Instructions for MIUI 14:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select the desired application (for example, Yandex.Navigator).
3. Press Battery Optimization.
4. Choose No Limits.
5. Go back and turn on the Auto Start option (if it is disabled).

For MIUI 12/13, the path may be different.

• 🔧 Settings → Battery and productivity → Application battery management.
• 📱 Select an application from the list.
• ⚡ Click Battery Optimization and select No Limitations.

On Android 12 and later devices (such as Xiaomi 13 Ultra), you may need to further disable the “Responsive Battery” in Google settings. Go to Settings → Google → Account Management → Data and Personalization → Adaptive Battery and turn it off.

4.Use ADB to completely shut down energy saving

If standard methods do not help, you can use them. ADB-Android Debug Bridge, which is a way for advanced users to connect the device to a computer, and the advantage of this is that it allows you to disable all the hidden limitations that are not available. MIUI background-process.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB-driver.
• 📱 Xiaomi with enabled debugging USB (developer-specific).
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect your smartphone to your computer and allow debugging over USB.
2. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the folder with the platform-tools.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. Execute the command to disable battery optimization for all applications: adb shell dumpsys deviceidle force-idle
5. To disable restrictions MIUI Adb shell settings put global settings hidden_api_policy 1

⚠️ Attention: Teams ADB They give you low-level access to the system. Improper use can cause a malfunction of the device.

Once you've done the commands, restart the device. To return the standard settings, use:

adb shell dumpsys deviceidle unforce


adb shell settings put global hidden_api_policy 0

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If you have a notification that has stopped working after using ADB, check your sync settings in your Google account. Sometimes, resetting your battery optimization requires re-authorizing your services.

5. Resetting battery settings to factory

If none of these methods worked, you can try resetting the battery to factory settings.This will remove all user restrictions, but will not affect personal data (photos, contacts, etc.) The method works on all Xiaomi devices, including the Redmi 9A and POCO X3 Pro.

How to perform the reset:

1. Go to Settings → Battery and Performance.
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner (menu).
3. Select additional settings (or more).
4. Press Reset Battery Settings.
5. Confirm the action by clicking Reset.

After discharge:

• 🔄 The device will automatically reboot.
• 📱 All previous battery optimization settings will be removed.
• ⚡ It is recommended to manually configure exceptions for critical applications (as described in Section 3).

On some devices, such as the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite, Adaptive Brightness and Charging Optimization may need to be re-activated after reset, as these features are also reset.

6. Alternative methods: third-party applications and firmware

If MIUI’s built-in tools don’t completely turn off energy saving, alternatives may be considered, one of which is using third-party utilities such as Greenify (for background management) or AccuBattery (for battery consumption monitoring), but these applications do not give full control over system constraints.

A more radical way is to install custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience), which will eliminate all the limitations of MIUI, but will require:

• 🔓 Unlock the bootloader (Bootloader).
• 🛠️ Installations of custom recaveri (TWRP).
• 📱 Ability to work with fastboot and ADB.

⚠️ Attention: Installing custom firmware will void the warranty on the device and may result in it "bricking" (completely inoperable).Be sure to read the guides for your model on the forums before the procedure. XDA Developers or 4PDA.

If you’re not ready for such drastic measures, try rolling back the firmware to an earlier version of MIUI, where energy saving works less aggressively. For example, on the Redmi Note 8 Pro, many users note that the limitations are less noticeable on MIUI 12.5 than on MIUI 13.

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Third-party firmware and utilities may provide more freedom, but require technical skills. MIUI or ADB-team.

7. Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after power saving is cut, Xiaomi users may face a number of challenges, including the most common ones and how to fix them.

If after power saving switch off the device began to discharge quickly, check:

• 🔋 Battery status (via Settings) → Battery → Battery status).
• 📊 Flow statistics in Settings → Battery → Battery utilization.
• 🔍 Background processes in Settings → Annexes → Application management.

On devices with AMOLED-With screens (e.g. Xiaomi 12 Pro), fast discharge can be associated with high brightness or refresh rate.

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