Battery savings are a key challenge for Xiaomi smartphone owners, especially if the device is in active use during the day. Power saving mode on Redmi, POCO or flagship Mi models allows you to significantly extend autonomy, limiting the background activity of applications and optimizing resource consumption.
In this article, we will analyze all ways to enable power saving mode on Xiaomi – from standard settings. MIUI You'll learn how to activate the mode manually or on a schedule, what restrictions it imposes on the operation of a smartphone, and how to avoid typical errors when using it (MIUI 12, 13, 14) and device models, as the interface and available options may differ.
Where is the power saving mode on Xiaomi?
Depending on the MIUI version, the path to power saving settings may vary slightly, but the general logic remains the same: on most Xiaomi devices (including Redmi Note 10/11/12, POCO X3/X4/X5, Mi 11/12/13), the function is hidden in the battery menu.
- 📱 Method 1 (main): Open the Settings → Battery and productivity → Energy saving regime.
- ⚡ Method 2 (Fast Access): Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar, and tap the battery icon (if any).
- 🔍 Method 3 (search): Enter the request “energy saving” in the settings search bar – the system will tell you the desired section.
On some devices (e.g. POCO F3/F4 or Redmi K40/K50), the path may look like Settings → Battery → Battery Mode. If you don’t see Power Saving Mode, your firmware may have been modified (e.g. Global ROM vs China ROM) or need an upgrade.
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On smartphones with MIUI 14 and later, the power saving mode can be called “Ultra Battery Saver” and offer additional options for emergency charge saving.
Three Types of Power Saving Modes on Xiaomi
Xiaomi’s current smartphones offer not one but three energy-saving options, each with its own unique features.
| Regime. | Description | Limitations | When to use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balanced | Moderate limitation of application background activity. | It suspends data synchronization in the background, reduces the performance of the processor. | For daily use, if you need to save 10-20% of the charge. |
| Super energy saving | Strictly restrict all background processes. | Disables mobile Internet in the background, blocks notifications, reduces the brightness of the screen. | When the battery is below 15% and you need to “pull” to charge. |
| Ultra Battery Saver (Ultra Battery Saver) | Emergency mode with a minimum set of functions. | Only calls, SMS and 3 selected apps work, and the screen goes into monochrome mode. | Critical situations (charge < 5%) or long trips without access to the outlet |
For example, on the Xiaomi 13 Pro with MIUI 14, ultramode allows you to extend the autonomy from 5% charge to 8-12 hours in standby mode (with mobile data turned off), this is achieved by turning off all “extra” services, including Google Play Services, and switching to a minimum processor frequency.
Step-by-step instructions: how to turn on the energy saving mode
Consider a universal mode activation algorithm like the Redmi Note 11 with MIUI 13. If you have a different model, the paths may be slightly different, but the logic holds.
- Open Settings (the gear icon on the home screen or in the application menu).
- Go to Battery and Performance (or just Battery on some firmware).
- Slip on the item Power saving mode.
- Select one of three modes (see table above) and confirm the action.
For quick inclusion without going into settings:
- Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
- Find the battery icon (usually near the brightness) and hold it for 1-2 seconds.
- In the window that appears, select the desired energy saving mode.
Close all important applications (data may not be saved)
Turn off downloading files (for example, in Telegram or browser)
Sync your contacts and photos with the cloud
Make sure that notifications from messengers are not critical-->
On some devices (such as the POCO X3 Pro), the battery settings have an additional switch Automatic Power Saving, which, if activated, will prompt the system to switch to low-charging mode (usually below 15%).
What if the energy saving mode is not in the settings?
What is turned off in energy saving mode?
Activating energy saving inevitably leads to limiting some functions, and let's see what we can expect:
- 📵 Background activity: Apps stop updating in the background (for example, WhatsApp won’t show new messages until you open the messenger).
- 🔄 Synchronization: Automatic account synchronization (Google, Mi Account) is suspended.
- 📶 Mobile data: In the “Super energy saving” mode, the Internet shuts down after 5-10 seconds of screen inactivity.
- 🎮 Performance: CPU frequency decreases, which can cause lags in games or when multitasking.
- 🔔 Notifications: Some push notifications may be delayed or not arriving at all.
For example, if you turn on ultramode on Xiaomi 12T, you can only use calls, SMS and three selected applications (e.g. Telegram, Google Maps and Camera).
⚠️ Warning: Super Power Saving or Ultra Mode does not have Always-On Display features (AOD) The screen will only turn on when you press the power button.
How to set up automatic power saving switch on?
To avoid manually turning on the mode every time the battery runs out, you can set up automatic activation.
- Go to Settings → Battery → Energy Saving Mode.
- Slap the gear icon (⚙️) top-right.
- Turn on the option to automatically turn on at low battery charge.
- Set a threshold (usually 15% or 10%).
Some firmware (e.g. MIUI 14 for Xiaomi 13 Lite) offer more flexible customization options:
- 🔄 Selecting a mode (balanced or super) to automatically turn on.
- ⏰ Set activation time (for example, only at night).
- 📍 Geozones (to enable the regime when in certain places, for example, at work).
If the automatic switching does not work, check:
- Is battery optimization for system applications disabled (Settings → Applications → Application Management → Three Points → Special Access → Battery Optimization)
- Are there any third-party power saving programs (such as Greenify or AccuBattery) that may conflict with system settings?
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Automatic power saving only works when the smartphone is actively used. If the device is lying motionless (for example, at night), the system can ignore the low-charge trigger.
Frequent problems and their solutions
Despite the simplicity of the function, Xiaomi users sometimes face difficulties when working with the mode of energy saving.
⚠️ Warning: If after power saving, the smartphone starts to slow down or turn off at 10-15% charge, this may indicate wear of the battery. → Battery → Battery status (if available) or use the AccuBattery app.
Problem 1: Energy saving mode is not included
Possible causes and solutions:
- 🔋 Battery charge above threshold: Some modes (such as Super) only activate when charged below 15%.Discharge the device or turn on the mode manually.
- 🛠️ System Services Failure: Restart your smartphone or reset your battery settings (Settings) → Annexes → Application management → Three points. → Reset application settings).
- 📲 Firmware restrictions: Some custom firmware (e.g. Pixel Experience) may not have a feature. MIUI.
Problem 2: Notifications don’t come in energy saving mode
To ensure that important notifications (such as from WhatsApp or Viber) come even in saving mode:
- Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Select the desired messenger (for example, Telegram).
- Slip Battery Limits and select No Limits.
- Enable the Auto Start option (if any).
Problem 3: Fast discharge even in energy saving mode
If the battery is running too fast, check:
- 🔍 Background Processes: Use Settings → Battery → Using a battery to find 'gluttonous' apps.
- 📡 Mobile: In Super mode, the internet shuts down, but if you manually turn on mobile data, it will drain the charge.
- 🌡️ Temperature: If the smartphone overheats (for example, due to games), the energy saving may not work effectively.
Tips for Maximum Power Savings on Xiaomi
Power saving is not the only way to extend the life of the battery, but here are some more tips for Xiaomi owners:
- 🌑 Dark subject: On AMOLED-screens (for example, Xiaomi 12 Pro or Redmi) K50) Black background reduces energy consumption to 15-20%.
- 🔕 Turn off the vibration: The Vibromotor is one of the hidden charge eaters. Turn it off in Settings → Sounds and vibrations.
- 📡 Limit background data: In Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Data transfer disable Background data transfer for unnecessary applications.
- 🔄 Set up sync: In your Google account, turn off automatic sync for unnecessary services (e.g. Google Play Music or Google Fit).
- 🔋 Use Original RAM: Charges from third-party manufacturers can reduce battery efficiency by 10–30%.
For example, on the POCO F4 GT, the combination of dark theme, disengaged vibration and the “Balanced Energy Saving” mode allows you to extend the autonomy from 1 day to 1.5-2 days with moderate use.
For advanced users, if you’re willing to sacrifice some features for the sake of maximum savings, try disabling Google Play Services (via Settings → Apps).This will increase autonomy by 20-40%, but deprive you of push notifications and sync with Google services.
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On devices with MIUI 14 and later, there is a hidden feature called “Deep Battery Optimization.” To activate it, type ##4636## in the Phone app, go to Battery Information and select the option. This can increase battery life by 5-10%, but you need to be careful!