How to connect your computer to a Xiaomi TV via HDMI: full instruction with solutions

Connecting your computer to your Xiaomi TV via HDMI is one of the easiest ways to turn a large screen into a monitor for work, games or viewing content. However, even in this seemingly elementary process, users face nuances ranging from choosing the right cable to adjusting resolution and sound. In this article, we will examine all the stages of connection, from physical connection to fine-tuning image parameters, and also look at typical problems and their solutions.

Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV 4A/4S/5/Q2/P1 series, etc.) feature PatchWall proprietary shell, which can affect the display of external sources. In addition, modern graphics cards and operating systems (Windows 10/11, macOS, Linux) require additional manipulations to work correctly with the TV. We took into account all these points and collected current data for 2026, including support for 4K@60Hz, HDR and Dolby Vision.

1. What will be required to connect

Before you start connecting, make sure you have everything you need, and the quality of the cable and the compatibility of the ports determines the stability of the signal and the maximum resolution.

  • 📺 Xiaomi TV with port HDMI (preferably 2.0 or 2.1 for 4K). On the Mi models TV 4A and 4S usually HDMI 1.4, limiting the authorization 4K@30Hz.
  • 💻 computer or laptop with access HDMI, DisplayPort (adapter required) or USB-C (Alt Mode-enabled).
  • 🔌 HDMI-cable 2.0 or higher 4K@60Hz and HDR). The length of the cable shall not exceed 3 Meter - otherwise, signal loss is possible.
  • 🔊 Sound system (optional): If you plan to output sound through the TV, check the support ARC/eARC (Mi models TV Q2 newer).

Important: If your PC is only equipped with DisplayPort or USB-C, you will need an adapter. For MacBooks (especially models with an M1/M2 chip), we recommend using original Apple adapters or certified USB-C → HDMI with support for 4K@60Hz.

📊 What type of connection do you use more often?
HDMI
DisplayPort
USB-C
Wireless (Miracast/AirPlay)

2. Step-by-step instructions for physical connection

The connection process begins with the physical connection of the devices. Follow the instructions to avoid typical errors:

  1. Turn off both devices. This will prevent any failures in signal recognition. On a Xiaomi TV, use the remote or power button on the case.
  2. Connect. HDMI-cable: Insert one end of the cable into the port HDMI We recommend using the port. HDMI 2 or HDMI 3 (Mi models TV Q2/P1 They support HDMI 2.1). Connect the other end to the computer if you use an adapter (e.g, USB-C → HDMI), First connect it to the laptop, then the cable.

Turn on the TV.

HDMI

Xiaomi

Source

Input

Turn on the computer.

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Critical detail: on the Xiaomi TV series Mi TV 4A/4S port HDMI 1 often limited to 1.4, which prevents 4K@60Hz. Use the ports for maximum resolution HDMI 2 or HDMI 3.

3. Setting up the image on the computer

Once you're physically connected, you need to adjust the image settings on your computer, and the instructions vary depending on the operating system.

For Windows 10/11:

  1. Press Win + P and select Display Mode: Screen 2 only is an image on the TV; Duplicate is the same image on both screens; Expand: Desktop expands to the TV (recommended for work).

Parameters → System → Display

Scale and marking

3840 × 2160

Additional display parameters

Mi TV Q2/P1

60 Hz

Mi TV 4A

30 Hz

For macOS:

On a MacBook or iMac:

  1. Go to System Settings → Monitors.
  2. Holding Option (⌥), Click on the Scale button to see all the available resolutions.
  3. Select Default for display (recommended) or manually set up.
  4. To properly display HDR on the Mi TV Q2, enable the Use as separate display option.
Why might the MacBook M1/M2 not work 4K@60Hz?
On Apple Silicon (M1/M2) chips, 4K@60Hz output via USB-C → HDMI requires an active chip adapter (e.g. from Anker or CalDigit). Passive adapters are limited to 4K@30Hz.

If the image on the Xiaomi TV is blurry or cropped, check the aspect ratio settings in the TV menu: go to Settings → Image → Screen Mode and select Just Scan (1:1).

4. Customize audio via HDMI

By default, the sound can stay on the computer's speakers. To redirect it to the Xiaomi TV, do the following:

For Windows 10/11:

  1. Right-click on the sound icon in the tray and select Open sound parameters.
  2. In the Output section, select a device with the TV name (e.g. Mi TV Q2 (NVIDIA High Definition Audio)).
  3. If the device is not displayed, update the sound card or graphics card drivers.

For macOS:

On Mac, HDMI audio is automatically tuned. If there is no audio:

  1. Open System Settings → Sound → Output.
  2. Select Mi TV or HDMI from the list of devices.
  3. If the option is not available, try to disconnect and reconnect the cable.