How to find out the exact model of Xiaomi phone: a complete guide

Users often face the need to accurately identify their device, whether to find the right case, check firmware compatibility or warranty design. In Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO lines, labeling can be confusing, as the same device often enters different markets under completely different names.

For example, the popular Xiaomi Mi 10 in China could be sold under a different code name, and the Redmi Note series often has dozens of modifications with similar characteristics. Understanding the difference between the marketing name and the technical code of the model is the key to successfully solving problems with a smartphone.

In this guide, we will take a look at all the available methods, from simple visual checks to the use of engineering codes and system files, and you will learn to find hidden information that will help you pinpoint a specific modification of your gadget.

Search for information in system settings

The easiest and most secure way to get data about your device is to look at the standard operating system settings menu. The MIUI or HyperOS shell interface provides access to basic information, although sometimes it hides the full technical code.

To start, open the Settings app and scroll to the bottom of the list. Here you will find About Phone. The menu that opens usually displays a marketing name, such as the Redmi Note 10 Pro, as well as the operating system version and security patch level.

However, to see more detailed technical information, you often need to take an additional action: Try quickly clicking several times in a row on the line with the model name or logo of the MIUI version. This action can activate a hidden menu or copy to the clipboard a line with the full code of the device.

⚠️ Note: On some global firmware versions, the full technical name of the model may be hidden from the average user for the sake of simplifying the interface.

If a standard viewing didn’t work, look for the All specs or Characteristics section within the same menu, which may include a model number consisting of letters and numbers that you need to find drivers or original parts.

Use of the engineering menu and USSD-code

For more advanced users who need comprehensive information, the engineering menu is accessible through special character combinations, which works even if the phone is not connected to the Internet and allows you to see the hardware of the device.

Open the phone application (caller) and type the code

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CIT

In this menu, select Version or CI Version, and you'll see a detailed table of data: PCB version, display type, camera version, and most importantly, model code (Model), which is often required when flashing through Fastboot.

• 🔍 Model: Unique device identifier (e.g, M2101K6G).
• 📱 Project: Internal code name of the development project.
• 🏭 Factory: Information about the manufacturer of a particular batch.
• 🔋 Hardware: Version of the hardware platform.

There is also an alternative code.

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Analysis of the sticker on the body and packaging

If the smartphone doesn’t turn on or the screen is broken, physical inspection remains the only reliable source of information, and manufacturers are required to place the label on the device’s case and on the original box.

Look at the back of your smartphone. Many models, especially those released for the Chinese market or older versions, have a data sticker right on the case. Modern models with glass back panels often hide information under the tray for the purpose of using the data. SIM-maps or printed in small print at the bottom of the back panel.

The original box is a storehouse of information, and there's always a white barcode sticker on one side facet or at the bottom of the box.

• 📦 Model: Full name of the model (e.g, MZB6720IN).
• 🌐 Region: Regional reference (IN — India, Global - Global, RU — Russia).
• 🎨 Color: The exact name of the color of the body.
• 💾 Storage: The amount of internal memory and RAM.

Note that the model code on the box must match the code in the system. If you buy a used device and see a discrepancy between the sticker on the box and what the phone writes in the About Phone menu, this may indicate a replacement case or a device recovery in an 大ير Authorized service.

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Save a photo of the stickers from the box immediately after purchase, which will help in the future to prove the originality of the device when you contact the service center.

Check the model through Google Play and account

If you have a computer on hand but you don’t have access to the phone itself (or it’s locked), you can use the Google Play web interface, which requires that the device sync with your Google account beforehand.

Go to Google Play from your PC and log in under the same account as your smartphone. Click on the gear icon in the upper right corner and select Settings. Search your phone in the device list.

The device will be described with its name and model, and the good thing about this method is that it shows the device through the eyes of the Google ecosystem, which is useful when selecting applications that require certain certificates or specifications.

It is important to understand that data on Google Play can be updated with a delay. If you recently updated your firmware or changed region, the information in the cloud may still correspond to the previous state.

Model definition by IMEI and serial number

The most reliable method, which works even for fully locked or brick-built devices (if IMEI is preserved), is database verification. IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) is a unique 15-digit number assigned to each communication module.

You can find out the IMEI by typing

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There are specialized online services like Miui.com or third-party IMEI databases. By entering this number, you will receive a detailed report: activation date, warranty status, color, memory capacity and exact model.This is especially useful when buying a phone from hand to make sure that the device is not listed as stolen and is not recovered.

⚠️ Note: Be careful when entering IMEI Use only official Xiaomi resources or trusted services to avoid passing on your device data to scammers.

The serial number (S/N) can also be used to check on the official website in the support section, and is often required to register a device in the loyalty program or when ordering original accessories.

Differences between the Chinese and Global Versions

Understanding the difference between versions is critical, as the Chinese version (CN) and global version (Global) may have different model codes despite the identical appearance, affecting bandwidth support (Band 20), NFC availability, and pre-installed software.

Chinese versions usually have model code ending in certain characters, and the title often misses the word "Global." Global versions are certified to work in Europe and other regions, have Google Play built-in out of the box and support for a variety of languages.

When flashing the Chinese version to the global (or vice versa), it is important to know the exact code device. Installing firmware from another model can lead to the failure of the camera, sensors or a complete failure of the smartphone (hard brick).

• 🇨🇳 CN Version: Band 20 is often missing, there are Chinese apps, no Google (installation needed).
• 🌍 Global Version: Full Frequency Set, Multilingual, Google Services Out of the Box.
• 🇷🇺 RU Version: Adapted for Russia, there may be specific applications of partners.
• 🇮🇳 India Version: Specific settings for Indian market, frequency may vary.

Always check the model code (e.g. M2004J19C vs. M2004J19G) before any software manipulation.The last letter or digit often indicates a region.

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Never flash a device with firmware designed for a different model code without a deep knowledge of the implications.