Xiaomi Poco smartphones are popular thanks to the combination of powerful hardware and affordable price. However, even with such a device, users sometimes have questions about basic operations - for example, how to turn on the phone correctly after buying, long downtime or resetting. This article will help you understand everything from standard start-up to forced on when hanging.
We're going to look at not only the obvious ways (power button) but also alternative methods for situations where your smartphone doesn't respond to taps. We're going to focus on the Poco X6, Poco F6 and Poco M6 models, because their interface and button location may be different from older devices. If your Poco doesn't turn on after upgrading or discharging, you'll find solutions here.
Basic way of switching on: power button
The simplest and most obvious method is to use a physical power button, which is placed on all Xiaomi Poco models (except for rare manufacturing defects) on the right end of the case to turn on the smartphone:
- Hold the power button for 3-5 seconds before the POCO logo appears.
- Release the button and wait for the system to boot up fully (usually 15-30 seconds).
If the screen is black, check:
- 🔋 Battery level (plug the charger for 10-15 minutes).
- 🔌 Cable and adapter fault (try another charger).
- 📱 Physical damage (cracks, dents on the button).
On the Poco F5 and later, the power button can be combined with a fingerprint sensor, in which case the press should be more confident, but not excessively strong - so as not to damage the mechanism.
Energizing after full battery discharge
If the Poco battery is gone, the standard power button press may not work.
- Connect the original charger (preferably with Quick Charge 3.0+ support).
- Wait at least 10-15 minutes, even if there is no charge indication on the screen.
- Try holding the power button for 10-15 seconds (sometimes it takes several attempts).
Some models (such as the Poco X3 Pro) may display a red battery indicator when they are in deep discharge.
- 🔴 Wait until the indicator changes to green or yellow.
- 🔄 Try turning on your phone 5-7 minutes after the indication appears.
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If after 30 minutes of charging the phone is not showing signs of life, try using another cable or charger with more power (for example, from a laptop).
If these actions did not help, the problem may be in the power controller or the battery itself, in which case it is recommended to contact the service center, especially if the device is warranted.
Forced activation when getting stuck
When Xiaomi Poco is stuck on a logo or black screen, a forced reboot may be required.
- Hold the power button for 10-15 seconds before the screen is vibrating or turned off.
- Release the button and press it again for 3-5 seconds to turn it on.
If this doesn’t work, try the button combination:
- 🔄 Power button + Increased volume (hold 10 seconds).
- 🛑 Power button + volume reduction (for models with MIUI 14+).
The Poco F4 GT and other cooling flagships may require longer retention (up to 20 seconds) as the hardware responds longer to forced commands.
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On models with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor (like the Poco F5 Pro), a forced reboot can take up to 30 seconds due to optimizing power consumption.
Enabled by Recovery Mode (Recovery Mode)
If the smartphone doesn’t turn on normally but is responsive to charging, you can try starting through Recovery Mode.This method is also useful for resetting settings or installing updates manually.
Instructions for most Poco models:
- Turn off your phone (if necessary).
- Hold the power button + increase the volume until the MI logo appears.
- Release the buttons when the Recovery menu appears (usually in English or Chinese).
- Select Reboot → Reboot to System with volume buttons and confirm the choice with the power button.
The Recovery menu also has options:
| Item | Description | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| Reboot to System | Reboot to normal mode | If the phone is frozen, but the system is not damaged |
| Wipe Data | Reset to factory settings | In case of critical system errors (delete all data!) |
| Apply update | Installation of firmware with SD-map | If you need a manual software update |
| Mount | Connecting the storage device | To access files via PC |
On models with MIUI 13 and newer, the Recovery menu can be in Chinese. In this case, focus on icons or use a translator. Beware of the Wipe Data item - it will completely delete all data from the device!
Incorporation after firmware update
Sometimes, after installing the update, Xiaomi Poco does not turn on for a long time or gets stuck on the boot screen. This is normal behavior if the process takes no more than 10-15 minutes.
- Force the phone to restart (hold the power button for 15 seconds).
- If the MI logo with the progress bar appears, wait until it is completed (don’t interrupt!).
- If the screen is black, plug the charger in and try again in 5 minutes.
On Android 13+ models (like the Poco X5 Pro), additional app optimization may be required after major updates.
- 🔄 Wait until the process is completed (may take up to 30 minutes).
- 📱 Don't take it out. SIM-card or memory card during optimization.
- 🔋 Make sure the battery level is not below 30%.
If the update is interrupted (for example, due to a power outage), the phone may not turn on.
⚠️ Warning: Don't try to re-install firmware through Recovery unless you're sure you're doing it. Contact a service center to avoid turning your device into a brick».
Inclusion problems and solutions
If Xiaomi Poco doesn’t turn on despite all attempts, the reasons may be as follows:
| Symptoms. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| No response to the power button, screen black | Battery discharged or power controller malfunctioned | Charge 30+ minutes, check the cable/charging |
| Vibrates, but the screen doesn't turn on. | Display plume or matrix damaged | Contact the service (self-repair is not recommended) |
| Hangs on the POCO/MI logo | Firmware failure or application conflict | Reboot to Recovery or Reset Settings |
| Cyclical reboot | System partition (bootloop) is damaged | Flashing through Fastboot or service center |
For models with amoledic screens (e.g. Poco) F4) Black screens can be caused by pixel burnout or damage OLED-And you can check this by flashing a flashlight at an angle on the screen -- if you can barely see the image, the problem is the backlight.
If the phone is turned on but turned off immediately, the reason may be:
- 🔋 Low battery charge (less than 5%).
- 🔥 CPU overheating (especially after gaming or charging).
- 🛠️ Hardware failure (for example, the battery plume disconnected).
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Specific features of different Poco models
Depending on the model Xiaomi Poco the process of inclusion may have nuances. Consider the most popular devices:
Poco X6 / X6 Pro:
- 🔋 Supporting. 120W fast charging - with a discharged battery, 5 minutes of charging is enough to turn on.
- 🎮 Have a game mode that can block the power button (disabled by holding 10 seconds).
Poco F5 / F5 Pro:
- 🖥️ Use the Snapdragon 7 processor+ Gen 2, which takes longer to boot when first switched on.
- 🔒 Support hardware encryption – when resetting settings require entering a password from the previous Mi Account.
Poco M6 / M6 Pro:
- 💡 Have LED charging indicator – if it doesn’t burn, the problem is the power controller.
- 🔊 Volume buttons may be less sensitive – combinations require a stronger press.
On the Poco C-series (e.g. Poco C55), budget hardware can be a long load (up to 1-2 minutes).
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On models with MIUI 14+ (Poco X5, F5 and later), when enabled, a request may appear to unlock the bootloader if it has previously been unlocked, in which case confirmation through the Mi Account is required.