Wireless charging on Xiaomi: how to turn on and configure correctly

Wireless charging has become an integral part of modern smartphones, offering convenience and reducing wear and tear of the USB-C connector. Owners of Xiaomi devices often face the question: why does their gadget not support the function, although the characteristics specified by the Qi standard?

In this article, we’ll not only explore how to turn on wireless charging on Xiaomi, but why it might not work on your device. You’ll learn about the nuances of MIUI firmware, the impact of cases on charging efficiency, and even how to check the real power transfer power. Particular attention will be paid to the Xiaomi 13/14 series, Mix 4 and Redmi K50 models, where the implementation of the technology has its own characteristics.

Checking the compatibility of your Xiaomi with wireless charging

Before you try to activate the feature, make sure your device supports it. Not all Xiaomi smartphones are equipped with a Qi module - even flagship models of the past (for example, the Mi 10 Lite) could lose this option for the sake of other features.

• 📱 Xiaomi 14 Pro, 14 Ultra, 13 Pro, 13 Ultra (30–50 W)
• 📱 Xiaomi Mix 4, Mix Fold 2/3 (20–30 Watt)
• 📱 Redmi K60 Pro, K50 Gaming (15–20 W)
• 📱 POCO F5 Pro (30 watts, only in Chinese version)

Important: Some models (for example, Redmi Note 12 Pro+) support reverse wireless charging (for charging other devices), but can not charge themselves according to the Qi standard.

How to check for software support? Go to Settings → About Phone → All specs and find “Wireless Charging.” If it’s not available, your device is not compatible. Alternatively, try putting your smartphone on a charging station. If the charging indicator appears on the screen (even without a cable connection), the Qi module is present.

⚠️ Note: Some Chinese versions of smartphones (e.g. Xiaomi) 12S Ultras may have a wireless charging module disabled at the firmware level for the European market, in which case manual activation via the ADB org-change.

Step-by-step: how to turn on wireless charging

If your device supports the technology but the function is not automatically activated, follow this instruction.The process may vary depending on the version of MIUI (12-14), but the general logic is maintained.

1. Connect your smartphone to a Qi-compatible charging station. Make sure the station is plugged into the outlet and on (some models have a power indicator).
2. Wait for the "Wireless Charging Connected" notification or the zipper icon on the lock screen. If the notification does not appear, proceed to the next step.
3. Open Settings → Battery and Performance → Wireless Charging. In some firmware, the path may look like Settings → Additional → Wireless Networks → Wireless Charging.
4. Activate the Allow Wireless Charging switch. On some devices (e.g. Xiaomi 13T Pro), you can adjust the power (standard or accelerated) here.

Make sure the case is thinner than 3mm (metal cases block charging)

Use an original or certified Qi station (at least 10 watts)

Check the temperature of the smartphone (when overheating, charging will turn off)

Turn off the fast charging functions over the cable (they may conflict)

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If the settings do not include “Wireless Charging” but you are confident of the device’s compatibility, try the following:

• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone and try again.
• 📱 Update the firmware to the latest version MIUI (Path: Settings → The phone. → Updating the system).
• 🛠️ Reset network settings: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings.

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On Xiaomi 14 Ultra, wireless charging is activated automatically when you first connect to the station. If that doesn't happen, try using a different charging pad - some budget station models are not recognized by the system.

Power setting and charging optimization

Modern flagships Xiaomi supports fast wireless charging power up to 50 watts (for example, Xiaomi 14 Pro).However, by default, the standard mode (5-10 watts) can be turned on to save battery life.

1. Go to Settings → Battery and Performance → Wireless Charging.
2. Select mode: Standard (5-10 W) - gentle mode for everyday use. Fast (20-30 W) - accelerated charging (recommended for urgent cases); Superfast (40-50 W) - available only on flagships with support (requires a branded Xiaomi station).

Save the changes and put your smartphone on the station. Power can be controlled through the Battery widget on the home screen.

On the Xiaomi 13T Pro, when using non-original stations, power is automatically limited to 10 W - this is overheating protection. To get around the restriction, manual change of parameters through the engineering menu is required (not recommended without experience).

⚠️ Warning: Superfast Charging (50W) heats up your smartphone to 40–45°C. Do not use it for active tasks (games, video editing) or if the phone is lying on a soft surface (pillow, blanket) – this can cause the battery to overheat.

Common Problems and Their Solutions

Wireless charging on Xiaomi can run unstable even on supported models, and here are typical scenarios and ways to fix them:

1.The smartphone does not start charging

• 🔌 Check the station's connection to the outlet (try another cable/power supply unit).
• 📱 Reboot your smartphone – sometimes the Qi module “hangs».
• 🧲 Make sure that the smartphone is centered on the station (optimum position is the Xiaomi logo in the center of the site).
• 🛡️ Remove the case – even thin silicone cases can block the signal.

2. Charging is interrupted or is jerking

• 🌡️ Check the temperature of the smartphone: >40°C. The charger shuts down. Let the device cool down.
• 🔄 Try another charging station – some budget models are unstable with the MIUI.
• 📶 Turn off Wi-Fi and mobile data while charging – antenna interference can affect stability.

3. Slow charging speed

• ⚡ Make sure the station maintains the declared power (for example, 30W requires an output station). ≥30 Watts).
• 🔋 Check the battery settings: the Settings path → Battery → Settings → Charging mode (select "Fast»).
• 📉 Close background applications – they can limit charging current.

How to check the real power of wireless charging

Manufacturers often specify maximum power, but in reality it can be lower due to firmware limitations or station quality.

1. Download the Ampere app (available on Google Play).
2. Connect your smartphone to a wireless station.
3. Open Ampere and see the value in the Charge section (e.g., 1200 mA ≈ 6 W, 2000 mA ≈ 10 W).
4. Compare it to the power of the station, if the difference is greater than 30%, the station or cable is faulty.

Alternative method (without applications):

1. Turn on USB debugging (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → 7 times press).
2. Connect to your PC and type in the command: adb shell dumpsys battery
3. Find the wireless current string – this is the current current strength in milliamperes.

Normal values:

• 5 W: 800-1200 mA
• 10 W: 1500-1800 mA
• 30 W: 3000–3500 mA
• 50 W: 4500-5000 mA

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If the actual power is below the stated by more than 40%, the problem may be in the firmware, battery or module Qi. On flagship Xiaomi (13/14 series) this is often solved by flashing through Fastboot.

Safety and battery care during wireless charging

Wireless charging is convenient, but has its risks for battery life. Here are key tips for Xiaomi owners:

• 🔋 Do not keep your smartphone on charge for more than 8 hours – after 100%, the wireless station continues to supply current, which accelerates battery degradation.
• 🌡️ Avoid charging at temperatures below 10°C or higher than 35°C. Optimal range: 15–25°C.
• 📵 Do not use your smartphone while wirelessly charging for games or videos – this increases heat.
• 🔄 Alternate wireless and wired charging (e.g. 3 days wireless, 1 day cable) to reduce the load on the contacts of the Qi module.

On devices with MIUI 14, Adaptive Charging (Settings → Battery → Adaptive Charging) automatically limits the charge to 80% when you are in the station for a long time, and before removing it, it increases the battery life by 20-30%.

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi 12S Ultra and earlier models adaptive charging works only with the original Xiaomi stations.When using third-party devices, the function is disabled.

Alternative ways to activate wireless charging

If your device supports Qi but the feature doesn’t turn on through standard settings, try these methods:

1. through the engineering menu (for experienced users)

This method is suitable for Xiaomi/Redmi models with a locked feature at the firmware level (for example, the European versions of the POCO F4 GT).

1. Activate Developer Mode: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (click 7 times).
2. Enable USB debugging in Settings → Additional → For developers.
3. Connect your smartphone to your PC and type in the command: adb shell settings put global wireless_charging_enabled 1
4. Reset the device.

2. Change of the firmware region

Some models (e.g. Xiaomi 11T Pro) have wireless charging disabled in global firmware, but support it in China ROM.

1. Download the firmware for your model from the Xiaomi Firmware Updater website (select China Stable).
2. Install it via Fastboot or Recovery (instructions are available on 4PDA).
3. After installation, check for the “Wireless charging” item in the settings.

FAQ: Frequent questions about wireless charging on Xiaomi