How to view the Xiaomi phone model in settings: the full guide

Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones often face the need to accurately identify their device, which may be required when searching for a specific firmware, buying parts or contacting technical support. Despite the fact that the brand logo adorns on the back, it does not provide detailed information about the revision or regional version of the gadget.

There are several ways to get this information, and the easiest one is right in the interface, so you don't have to disassemble the case or use sophisticated software to see the cherished numbers and letters, just know where to look in the Settings menu.

In this article, we will take a look at all the methods of device identification, from the standard path through the menu to the use of engineering codes, learn to distinguish between the global and Chinese versions, and understand why your phone may be called differently to the system than on the box.

Standard path through the Settings menu

The most obvious and safe way to know your smartphone model is to look at the system menu. The interface of the MIUI shell and the new HyperOS is almost identical in this aspect, so the instruction will fit the vast majority of the brand's devices.

At the top of the list, you'll see a block with information about the device, usually showing a marketing name, such as the Redmi Note 12 Pro or Xiaomi 13T. However, this is not enough to accurately identify, since the same name can hide different modifications of the processor or support for communication ranges.

To get detailed information, you need to click on a line called the MIUI version or system logo, and users often do this to check for updates, but here is the key to the technical information, and after a few clicks or clicks on the subsection, an extended device card will open.

⚠️ Note: Do not confuse the marketing name (for example, POCO F5) with the technical code of the model (for example, 23049PCD8G). For the search for firmware and spare parts, it is the technical code that is critically important.

In the Extended or MIUI version window that opens, you'll find the "Model" line, which is the code that's made up of numbers and letters, and it's the unique identifier of your device, and write it down because you're going to need it for further activities, whether it's firmware or diagnostics.

Sometimes users can't find this information right away if the interface has been changed by third-party themes, so make sure you're in the system settings, not the theme menu. The standard path always leads through the gear icon.

Decoding of model code and regional versions

The model code you found in the settings is not just a set of characters, it carries important information about the origin of the device and its hardware, and understanding the structure of this code will help you avoid mistakes when choosing software.

Typically, the code consists of two parts: the main identifier and the region suffix. For example, in code 2201123SG, the last letter indicates a region. Different letters indicate different markets, which affects the set of supported frequencies and pre-installed services.

• 🌏 G – Global (Global): intended for the international market, has a full range of languages and services Google.
• 🇨🇳 C – China (Chinese version): focused on the domestic market of China, may be missing Russian language out of the box and Google services.
• 🇪🇺 E – Europe (European version): similar to the global, but taking into account the specifics of the European region.
• 🇮🇳 I – India (Indian version): often has differences in the package and frequency support.

Knowing regional binding is important not only for firmware but also for network operation. Chinese versions may not support some LTE bands used in Russia or Europe, which will lead to unstable signal.

Also worth noting is the first digits of the code, which often indicate the year of development or series of the chipset, for example, models starting at 22 or 23, tend to refer to devices released in the corresponding years, which helps distinguish the new generation from the old, even if the names are similar.

Use of the engineering menu and USSD-code

If you have limited access to the settings menu or want to access more technical information, you can use special codes. Xiaomi smartphones have a powerful diagnostic tool built in, accessible through dialing.

Open the Phone app and enter the code ##64663##. This combination will automatically trigger the CIT (Customer Interaction Test) Menu. You don't have to click anything, the menu will open itself.

In the test list that opens, look for Version or Version, and if you click on it, you'll see the details: Android version, kernel version, base version, and most importantly, the exact device model, which works even if the touch screen is partially non-functioning, allowing you to control the menu through volume buttons.

There are other codes, like *#06# for viewing IMEI. Although IMEI is not a model, the first eight digits (TAC) can be used to identify a device in databases, which is a backup method if other methods are not available.

View information through ADB and Fastboot

For advanced users who are engaged in system modification, the most accurate information is provided by debugging tools. Connecting to a computer via USB and using ADB (Android Debug Bridge) allows you to get data directly from the system.

You need to activate the developer mode beforehand. To do this, seven times click on the build number in the About Phone section. Then, in the Developer menu, turn on "Debugging over USB." After you connect to the PC, follow the command:

adb shell getprop ro.product.model

This command will give the exact technical name of the model, and you can also learn the brand and the device using the commands adb shell getprop ro.product.brand and adb shell getprop ro.product.device, which is indispensable when looking for custom recaps or cores.

If the phone is turned off, you can get information in Fastboot mode. Press the volume button and plug in the cable. The screen will show a hare in an ooschank and the words Fastboot. When you connect through your PC, type in:

fastboot getvar all

The output command will be a product line that will indicate the codename of the device, a name often used in firmware file names. For example, the device may be called Xiaomi 12, but in Fastboot it will be identified as codename (for example, mondrian).

⚠️ Attention: Teams ADB Fastboot and Fastboot require drivers installed on your computer. Make sure you use the original cable, as cheap analogues can only work for charging and do not transfer data.

Visual identification and marking

If the phone doesn't turn on, you can tell the model by the outside, and manufacturers are required to label the device, which is a legal requirement in most countries where the device is sold.

Carefully inspect the back cover of your smartphone. At the bottom, in fine print, you often print basic information: model, serial number, IMEI and certification marks. On modern glass cases, this information can be laser-engraved or part of the design.

If there is nothing on the body, remove the tray. SIM-On some models (especially old or specific regions), the model can be stamped on the plastic stub or on a metal frame under the tray.

• 📦 Box: The most reliable source, if it's preserved".
• 🔋 Under the battery: On older models with removable battery, the sticker is underneath it.
• 📄 Documents: The warranty card or check often indicates a full model when buying in official stores.

Visual inspection helps distinguish fakes, too: the original devices are engravings that are clear, flat, and not erased by fingers; counterfeit copies can have stickers that are crooked and fonts that are different from Xiaomi’s corporate identity.

Frequent problems and solutions

Users may experience a situation where the settings display incorrect information, often after installing custom firmware or global versions of the software on Chinese devices, and the system may show a global model, although the hardware phone remains Chinese.

To test the true model in this case, it is best to use Fastboot mode or look at IMEI. IMEI database verification services show the real model from which the device left the factory, regardless of the firmware installed.

Another problem is that there is no "Model" string in some MIUI builds, so try pressing the Android kernel version or the MIUI logo 10 times in a row. The hidden menu can only be activated after multiple clicks.

⚠️ Note: If the model is wrong after flashing, do not try to correct this by editing system files without a backup).

Understanding how to view a Xiaomi phone model in settings and other ways is a basic skill for any owner of this equipment, which will save you from installing inappropriate software and help solve technical problems.