Xiaomi smartphone owners often wonder about the presence of wireless charging, as it is almost impossible to visually determine its presence on the device body. Unlike some competitors who equipped their flagships with transparent rear panels, the Chinese brand prefers to hide induction coils under glass or plastic. Wireless charging has become the standard for the premium segment, but in mid- and budget classes it is extremely rare, which creates confusion among users.
Understanding whether your gadget supports Qi technology is critical to the right choice of accessories and organization of the workplace. Trying to charge a phone that does not have the appropriate module on a wireless station will not lead to negative consequences, but will not give the desired result. In this article, we will discuss in detail all the methods of verification, from the analysis of technical characteristics to hidden settings of the system.
There are several reliable methods that allow you to determine the presence of an induction module with absolute probability. We will look at the software and hardware diagnostic methods, and also make an up-to-date list of models where this feature is present out of the box. HyperOS and earlier versions of MIUI have their own features of displaying the charging status, which will also be discussed below.
Analysis of official technical characteristics
The most reliable and quickest way to learn about wireless charging support is to look at the official specification of the device. Manufacturers always indicate the presence of Qi Wireless Charging technology in the Battery or Power section. If the description on the box or official website only indicates the wired charging speed (for example, 67 W or 120 W), and there is no word about wireless, then there is no module in the device.
Users often confuse Reverse Wireless Charging with the ability to charge by air. A phone can have Power Bank function and give power to headphones or watches, but you can not take charge without a cable. Reverse charging is much more common than receiving energy, so read the wording in the specification carefully.
For accurate verification, you should use the global version of the site or authoritative technical portals such as GSMArena or the official Xiaomi Community portal. In the specifications, look for the phrases "Wireless charge", "Qi standard" or "Inductive charging". If only "Wired charge" is specified, then you should not count on working with induction stations.
Why do specifications sometimes hide information?
Check through the MIUI and HyperOS settings menu
Xiaomi shells often provide direct hints about hardware modules. The latest versions of HyperOS and MIUI 14 have more detailed information about the battery status. Go to Settings → Battery and carefully study the options available. If the phone supports wireless charging, a separate switch or wireless charging speed information message is often displayed here.
Another method is to use the system optimization function: Security, which is pre-installed on all smartphones of the brand, can find information about the current power mode. When you connect to a compatible station (if there is a module), a special animation will appear on the lock screen and in the notification curtain and the inscription “Wireless charging” will appear.
In some cases, the information is hidden in the engineering menu, but for the average user it is safer to limit yourself to the standard settings. If the Settings menu → About the phone → All the settings there is no mention of wireless standards, and nothing happens when connecting to the station, most likely, the function is not supported.
☑️ Algorithm of verification in settings
Use of third-party applications for diagnosis
If the built-in tools don't provide a clear answer, specialized utilities from the Google Play Store come to the rescue. Apps like CPU-Z, AIDA64 or AccuBattery can read data from the power controller and display the full list of supported technologies. Launch such an application and go to the Battery tab.
The line "Technology" or "Charging" should indicate the presence of a wireless interface, for example, it can be written "Li-Polymer, Wireless." If it says only "Li-Polymer" or "Li-Ion" without additional prefixes, then there is no hardware for receiving energy through the air. These programs read data directly from the system, so their readings can be trusted more than marketing descriptions.
Also, look at the "Health" section of these utilities, which can show the current charging status, and if you put your phone on the charger and the app changes to "Wireless" but the phone doesn't charge (0 mA current), this can indicate a module malfunction or a charger incompatibility.
Hardware inspection and visual signs
There's a myth that wireless charging can be determined by the weight of a phone or the thickness of a case. Indeed, the induction coil and the shield add a few grams and millimeters to the device, but in today's compact housings, you can't tell the difference without a lab scale. But there's a more robust visual method.
Carefully inspect the back cover of the device in bright light. In the center part or just above the logo, you can sometimes notice a barely distinguishable round outline or a change in the texture of the glass. This is where the induction coil is located. On some models, especially with transparent versions of the case, the coil is visible to the naked eye as a copper ring.
Xiaomi’s flagship wireless charging models often come with a special case that doesn’t interfere with power transmission, or even with charging in the box. The presence of a powerful power supply with Quick Charge or Power Delivery protocols in the kit indirectly indicates that the manufacturer has made a bet on fast wired charging, saving on wireless.
⚠️ Warning: Don't try to disassemble the phone or use magnets to find the coil.There are sensitive components inside the smartphone, and neodymium magnets can disrupt the compass, the optical stabilization of the camera (OIS) or demagnetize the speakers.
List of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO models with support
To be sure, the easiest way to check is to check the list of devices that are guaranteed to be equipped with a wireless charging module. Xiaomi is implementing this technology mainly in its flagship series, while the brands Redmi and POCO are focused on the budget and mid-range segment, where this feature is sacrificed for the sake of lower prices.
Below is a table of current models divided by series. Note that the availability of the function depends on the specific modification and the region of release.
| Series | Models with wireless charging | Power (max) | Year out |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi Mi | Mi 9, Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro, Mi 11, Mi 11 Ultra | 30 W - 50 W | 2019-2021 |
| Xiaomi (Digital) | Xiaomi 12, 12 Pro, 13, 13 Pro, 13 Ultra, 14, 14 Pro | 50 W. | 2022-2026 |
| Xiaomi Mix | Mix 2S, Mix 3, Mix 4 | 30 W - 50 W | 2018-2021 |
| Redmi / POCO | Virtually absent (with rare exceptions like the K40 Pro+ in China) | - | - |
As you can see from the table, owners of devices in the Redmi Note series or POCO F/X/M should not rely on built-in wireless charging, and the company's engineers deliberately exclude this option to offer a more capacious battery or faster processor for the same money.
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Only Xiaomi’s flagship series (Mi, digital series, Mix) have built-in wireless charging, and the Redmi and POCO brands do not support this feature.
Alternative solutions and external modules
If your phone doesn't support wireless charging out of the box, it doesn't mean you can't use this technology. There are external receivers that connect via a USB Type-C or Micro-USB port. It's a thin plate with a coil that fits under the case or sticks to the back cover.
These modules are inexpensive and allow you to charge any smartphone just by putting it on the base. However, this solution has its disadvantages: the port is busy all the time, the charging speed is limited by the port capacity (usually no more than 10-15 watts), and the phone itself can heat up more than usual.
When choosing an external module, it is important to consider the thickness of your case. If the case is too thick or has a metal insert, the power transfer will not be possible, in such cases you will either have to remove the case while charging, or purchase a thinner accessory made of silicone or plastic.
⚠️ Attention: Using cheap external receivers of unknown brands can cause the battery to overheat and bloat.Select certified accessories with protection against overheating and surges of voltage.