How to get out of power saving mode on Xiaomi: all the ways and nuances

Power saving mode on Xiaomi smartphones is a useful feature that automatically activates when the battery is low or when the user manually turns on. However, sometimes this mode creates inconveniences: restricts performance, turns off background processes and even interferes with the normal operation of applications. If your Redmi, POCO or Mi suddenly went into power saving mode and you do not know how to deactivate it, this article will help you understand.

We will look at all possible ways to disable saving mode, including standard settings. MIUI, It's a forced exit through the engineering menu, and it's a solution for when the phone is stuck in this mode, and we'll also look at why the smartphone can spontaneously turn on energy saving and how to avoid it. The instructions are relevant for all modern Xiaomi models (from Redmi Note 10 to Xiaomi 14) and firmware versions. MIUI 12–14.

Why Xiaomi Smartphone Is Going to Power Saving Mode

Power saving mode on Xiaomi can be activated for several reasons, most often it happens automatically when the battery level drops below 15% (the threshold can be changed in the settings).

• 🔋 Critical charge level – the system includes a mode at 5% or 10% (depending on model and version) MIUI).
• ⚡ Fast discharge – if the battery goes down too fast (for example, due to background application activity), MIUI It can be used to restrict consumption.
• 📱 Manual enable – the user could accidentally activate the mode through the notification panel or settings.
• 🔄 Firmware failure is rare, but it happens that after updating MIUI The energy saving mode “wilters” and does not turn off.
• 🌡️ Overheating or supercooling – at extreme temperatures, the system limits performance to protect the battery.

Some models (such as the POCO F5 or Xiaomi 13T) also have ultra-saving mode, which disables almost all functions except calls and SMS. It can be recognized by the black and white interface and a limited set of applications.

If the mode is activated without you, check Settings → Battery first, which shows the consumption history and reasons for turning on the energy saving. The screenshot below shows what it looks like on the Redmi Note 12:

Method 1: Standard shutdown via MIUI settings

The easiest way to get out of the savings mode is to use standard MIUI tools.

1. Open the settings (cog icon on the desktop).
2. Go to the Battery section.
3. Click on Energy Saving Mode (or Energy Saving in older versions).
4. Move the slider to the off position or select No restrictions.

On some firmware (e.g. MIUI 14 for Xiaomi 13), the path may be slightly different: Settings → Battery and Performance → Power Saving Mode.

✅ Charge level above 20%

✅ The phone doesn't overheat.

✅ No active system updates

✅ Resource-intensive applications closed-->

If the slider is inactive or after turning off the mode again, try the following steps:

• 🔄 Reboot your phone – sometimes helps to reset time limits.
• 🔌 Connect charging – when charged above 30%, some restrictions are automatically removed.
• 📱 Check the notification bar – on some models (POCO X5, Redmi 10: You can turn off the curtain.

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If the settings do not include the item "Energy Saving Mode", try to enter the "Energy Saving" request in the search by settings (lamp at the top of the screen).

Method 2: Disconnect via the engineering menu (for power users)

If the standard method didn't work, you can try deactivating the mode through the engineering menu, which is suitable for advanced users, because it requires caution.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination: ##4636## (some models may not work).
3. In the menu that opens, select Battery Information.
4. Check the Power Save Mode status – if it’s ON, try changing it to OFF (not all firmware is available).

For models with a Qualcomm processor (for example, POCO X3 Pro, Redmi Note 11 Pro+) can be used ADB-team:

adb shell settings put global low_power_mode 0

This command is forced to shut down the power saving mode, and it requires:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB-driver.
• 🔌 Included Debugging by USB in the developer settings (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — press 7 times).
• 📱 Connected to USB smartphone.

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Use the engineering menu or ADB only if you are confident in your actions. Wrong commands can disrupt the system.

Method 3: Reset battery settings (if mode does not turn off)

If the energy saving mode is turned on spontaneously and does not respond to standard methods, the problem may be a failure of the battery settings, in which case the reset of the battery calibration will help.

How to do this:

1. Charge your phone to 100% and leave it on charge for another 1-2 hours.
2. Turn off the charging and use the phone until it is completely discharged (until it turns off).
3. Charge again to 100% without interruption.
4. Go to Settings → Battery → Three dots (menu) → Reset the battery settings.

Some models (Xiaomi 12T, Redmi K50) instead of reset, have the option of Battery Optimization, and after doing this, the system will recalibrate the consumption data, which can eliminate false positives of energy saving.

Method 4: Forced reboot (if the phone is “hanging” in saving mode)

In rare cases, a smartphone can wilt in power-saving mode — for example, after a deep discharge or a firmware failure, in which case a forced reboot helps.

How to do this:

• 🔄 Soft reset: Press the Power button for 10-15 seconds until the phone reboots.
• 🔧 Hard reset (if soft does not help): clamping down on the food + Volume up 10-20 seconds until the logo appears MI.

After the reboot, check if the saving mode has turned off. If not, try connecting the phone to a charger and try again in 5-10 minutes.

⚠️ Warning: Hard resets can lead to loss of unsaved data. Use them only as a last resort.

On non-removable battery models (Xiaomi 11T, POCO F4), avoid frequent forced reboots as this can damage the battery.

How to prevent automatic switching on of savings mode

To prevent the power saving mode from activating without your knowledge, set the battery settings in advance.

1. Change the automatic switching threshold: Go to Settings → Battery → Power Saving Mode → Settings. Set a 5% value or Turn off Automatic Turning on.
2. Disable optimization for individual applications: In the Battery section, select Battery Optimization. Find the desired app (like Telegram or Google Maps) and select No Limits.
3. Set up an adaptive battery: In Settings → Battery → Three dots (menu) → Adaptive battery turn off the option if it interferes with work.

MIUI 13/14 also introduced Battery Supersavings, which further limits background activity, and can be turned off in the same settings section.

⚠️ Warning: Disabling all battery optimizations completely can reduce battery life. Use this method only if the saving mode really interferes with the battery life.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When working with energy saving mode, users often make mistakes that exacerbate the problem, and here are the most common ones:

• 🚫 Ignoring low charge warnings – if the phone is constantly discharged to 0%, it spoils the battery and causes crashes.
• 🔧 Installing third-party “optimizers” – applications like DU Battery Saver often conflicts with native settings MIUI.
• 🔄 Frequent reboots are a temporary solution but do not cure the cause (e.g. firmware failure).
• 📴 Using unoriginal chargers – this can cause false power saving triggers due to unstable voltage.

If after all the manipulations, the saving mode still turns on when the charge is above 50%, this may indicate a malfunction of the battery or power controller.

On Xiaomi models with AMOLED-screens (for example, Xiaomi 12 Pro, POCO F5 Pro) Power saving mode may affect color reproduction. If the color remains dim after the mode is turned off, check the screen settings (Settings) → Display. → Color mode).

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