Why do you need to know the characteristics of your Xiaomi?
You bought a Xiaomi smartphone and you want to make sure it fits the bill, or you want to sell it and you need to specify the configuration, or you might just be a curious user who wants to figure out what to do with your gadget, and you'll need to be able to check the specs of your smartphone for every Redmi, POCO or Mi owner.
Modern Xiaomi smartphones are often released in several versions: with different memory capacity, processor types or even screens. For example, the Redmi Note 12 Pro can be equipped with a Snapdragon 732G or Dimensity 1080 chipset — and these are fundamentally different devices in performance. Without accurate data, you risk overpaying for the “wrong” version or, conversely, selling the device for less than it costs.
In this article, we’ll look at 5 reliable ways to check features, including hidden menus, third-party apps, and official services, how to distinguish the original from a fake, where to look for a serial number, and why the data in the box may not match the real parameters of the phone.
Method 1: Standard Android settings
The fastest and safest method is to use the system’s built-in tools, which works on all Xiaomi smartphones, regardless of the MIUI version or model.
Open the Settings menu → About the phone. Here you will see the basic information:
- 📱 Device model (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro) 5G)
- 🔄 Version. MIUI Android
- 🔢 Build number (you will need to find firmware)
- 📊 Total memory (including occupied space)
However, there is no data on the processor, RAM or screen resolution – you need to dig deeper.
To see the extended information:
- Tap 7 times on the MIUI version, this will open the developer mode.
- Return to the main settings menu and select Additional → For developers.
- Scroll down to the Hardware block - here will be data on the processor, GPU and RAM.
⚠️ Note: In some Xiaomi firmware (especially Chinese) the "Developers" item may be called Developer options or hidden in the Systems section. → Advanced settings.
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If you have a POCO shell with a POCO Launcher, the path to settings may be different. Try searching through the search bar in the settings for "version".
Method 2: Engineering menu codes
For experienced users, there is a method using USSD-These commands open hidden menus where you can find detailed information about hardware, and the main advantage is that it works even without the Internet.
Enter the following combinations in the Phone application:
- 🔢 ##4636## - Testing and information about battery, network, use
- 📱 ##225## - Screen calibration data (for some models)
- 🔧 ##6484## - Equipment test (includes checking camera, speakers, sensors)
Once you enter the code, you will automatically be taken to the engineering menu, for example, in the Usage statistics section you can see the screen time, and in Battery information you can see the actual battery capacity (relevant to checking wear).
| Code. | Appointment | Example of data |
|---|---|---|
| ##4636## | General information | Android version, operating time, battery temperature |
| ##64663## | Equipment test | Checking the camera, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, sensors |
| ##232338## | MAC-address | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (useful for network diagnostics) |
⚠️ Note: Not all codes work on new Xiaomi models (e.g. Xiaomi 13 or Redmi). K60). If nothing happens after entering the combination, then the manufacturer has blocked this method for your firmware.
What if the code doesn't work?
Method 3: Applications for diagnostics
If standard methods don't give you the full picture, third-party utilities will come to the rescue, not only showing the characteristics, but also testing the performance, authenticating the components.
Top.-3 apps:
- 📊 AIDA64 — It shows all the hardware information, including the temperature of the processor, the battery model, and even the sensor data. The free version is limited, but it's enough for a one-time check.
- 🔍 CPU-Z — It specializes in processor, RAM and graphics accelerator, and it's convenient to compare it to the reference characteristics of your model.
- 🛠️ DevCheck is a minimalist interface with an emphasis on the real state of the battery and the loading of the processor cores.
How to use (in the example of AIDA64):
- Install the app from Google Play.
- Open the System section – there will be a device model, Android version and MIUI.
- Go to the CPU – check the name of the processor, the number of cores and their frequency.
- In the Battery section, pay attention to temperature and condition (if the Health value is not Good, the battery is worn out).
Device model and firmware |CPU type and GPU|RAM and ROM |Battery status |Sensors (gyroscope, compass, etc.)
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The advantage of apps is that they show real data, not the data that's written in the firmware, and if a vendor replaces a battery with a non-original battery, for example, AIDA64 will find out.
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Method 4: The official Xiaomi website
If you want specific model references (for example, to compare with data from your phone), check out Xiaomi’s official website, which is especially useful when buying a used device, so you can identify discrepancies.
Instructions:
- Go to the mi.com/global (or a regional site, for example, mi.com/ru).
- In the search bar, type in the exact model (e.g. Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G).
- On the product page, open the Specifications tab (or "Features").
Here you will find:
- 📏 Size and weight
- 🖥️ Screen type (AMOLED, IPS), permission, frequency of update
- 🔋 Battery capacity (indicated nominal, without taking into account wear)
- 📷 Camera characteristics (sensor resolution, aperture)
⚠️ Note: The site may include specifications for the base model. 12T squash 8/128 GB and 8/256 GB of memory - specify the modification by serial number.
To verify the authenticity of the device:
- Find the serial number (on the box, under the battery or in the settings on the About Phone → General information).
- Enter it on the authentication page.
If the system fails, there is a high probability that you are facing a fake or a “gray” import.
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Compare the data from the phone to the official specifications, and discrepancies in memory, processor model, or battery capacity are signs of fraud or repair.
Method 5: Through a computer (ADB and Fastboot)
For advanced users who want to get the most accurate information, the method using ADB (Android Debug Bridge) is suitable, which requires connecting a smartphone to a PC, but allows you to pull out data that does not show the application.
Step-by-step:
- Install Android SDK Platform-Tools on your computer.
- Enable USB debugging on your phone (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (7 taps) → For developers → USB debugging).
- Connect your smartphone to your PC and type in the command line: adb shell getprop ro.product.model This will show the exact model of the device. Other useful commands: adb shell cat /proc/cpuinfo - information about the processor; adb shell cat /proc/meminfo - memory data.
Advantages of the method:
- 🔍 Access to hidden parameters that are not displayed in the interface.
- 📋 Ability to save the log characteristics in the file for comparison.
- 🛠️ It even works on “bricks” (devices with damaged firmware).
⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB It can cause a phone malfunction. Don't type commands that you don't know what they're supposed to do.
How to recognize a fake Xiaomi?
One of the key reasons to check the characteristics is the risk of running into a fake. Fraudsters often pass off cheap phones for Xiaomi flagships, forging boxes and stickers. Here are 5 signs that give off fake:
Inconsistency of characteristics:
The settings indicate the model Xiaomi 13 Pro, and the processor – Helio G35 (originally stands Snapdragon 8 Gen 2).
- The phone has 64GB of storage, and the box says 128GB.
Low build quality:
- The gaps between the case and the screen, the backlashes of the buttons.
The Mi or Redmi logo is curved or easily erased.
Suspicious firmware:
The MIUI version is unknown or very outdated (e.g., MIUI 9 on a new phone).
There is no “About” clause in the settings or it is in Chinese (global versions should have a translation).
Problems with sensors:
- The compass is incorrect, the gyro is not working.
The camera takes low quality pictures (even with good performance on paper).
5.The price is significantly below the market:
- Xiaomi 13 Ultra for $30,000 ₽ — A clear sign of fraud (the real price starts at 90,000). ₽).