How to find out the model of the Xiaomi phone through the settings: all ways

Why do you need to know the exact model of Xiaomi smartphone?

Have you ever encountered a situation where you need to know the model of your Xiaomi, but the box is long lost and the inscription on the back of the phone is erased? This is a typical problem for owners of Redmi, POCO or Mi devices, especially if the phone is bought from hand or long-used. The exact name of the model is required to download the right firmware, search for cases, order parts or even sell the device.

In this article, we will discuss all the official ways to determine the Xiaomi model directly through Settings – without parsing the phone, using a computer or third-party applications. We will pay special attention to the nuances for different versions of MIUI (from 12 to 14), and also reveal a hidden method with an engineering menu, which is not known to all users.

Important: if your phone is not turned on or locked, these methods will not work — in such cases, the model is determined by the serial number (IMEI) or through the Fastboot.

Method 1: through the About Phone section (the simplest)

This is the basic method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones regardless of the MIUI version. Instructions are universal for the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 11 and other models:

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
2. Scroll down and select About Phone.
3. At the top of the screen you will see the line Model – this is the official name of your device.

Example: If this section says 22101320G, it corresponds to the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G model. To decrypt the model code, use the table below or the official Xiaomi website.

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If the model name appears as code (e.g., M2007J3SC), copy it and type it into a search engine along with the word “Xiaomi” – the first link usually leads to the device page.

⚠️ Note: Some firmware (especially custom ones) may not display the model name correctly. MSM_n or unknown, use alternative methods from this article.

Method 2: “All characteristics” (detailed information)

If the About Phone section only displays the model code and you need a full name with specifications, follow the following steps:

• 📱 Go to Settings. → The phone.
• 🔍 Find and click on the line All characteristics (in some versions) MIUI This item is called Information about the).
• 📋 Scroll down to the device model block – the full name will be indicated here (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro). 5G).

In the same section you will find additional information:

• 📡 Version. MIUI (for example, MIUI Global 14.0.5)
• 🤖 Android version (such as Android 13)
• 🔧 The build number (useful for rolling back firmware)

MIUI 12|MIUI 13|MIUI 14|Another version |I don't know-->

Method 3: through the engineering menu (hidden method)

This is suitable for advanced users because it requires service code, which works even on locked phones (if the screen is on), and displays complete technical information, including hardware revisions.

Instructions:

1. Open the phone (calling) application.
2. Enter the combination: ##4636##
3. Select the item Phone Information.
4. Scroll down to the line Model of the device.

This menu also displays:

• 📶 IMEI (unique identifier of the device)
• 🔋 Battery status (temperature, charge level)
• 📡 Network information (connection type, signal strength)

⚠️ Warning: Do not change the settings in the engineering menu unless you understand their purpose! Incorrect actions can lead to loss of network or resetting of settings.

Open the Phone app | Enter code ##4636##| Select Phone Information | Find the line "Device model" | Record or photograph data-->

Method 4: through the settings for developers

If standard methods don’t work (like custom firmware), you can try turning on the developer mode and find the model there.

Step-by-step:

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Find the MIUI version and click on it 7 times in a row (you will be notified "You became a developer!").
3. Go back to the main Settings menu and open the Additionals section (or System in MIUI 14).
4. Choose Developer's.
5. Scroll down to the device information block - the model will be listed here.

In the same section, you can find:

• 🔄 Assembly number (e.g, SKQ1.210216.001)
• 🖥️ Processor architecture (e.g, arm64-v8a)
• 📱 Screen resolution (e.g., screen resolution, 1080 × 2400)

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Developer mode not only gives you access to the device model, but also to hidden performance settings, USB debugging and network settings. Be careful when changing these options!

Method 5: via the Security app (for MIUI 14)

In the latest versions of MIUI 14, Xiaomi has moved some of the system information to the Security app, a method that is suitable for new models such as the Xiaomi 13T or Redmi Note 12 Turbo.

How to find a model:

1. Open the Security app (shield icon).
2. Go to the Optimization or Device tab.
3. Click on the gear icon in the upper right corner (application settings).
4. Select Device Information.
5. In the Basic Information block, the model will be indicated.

The advantage of this method is also displayed here:

• 🔒 Unlocking status of the loader (important for firmware)
• 🛡️ Level of safety (e.g. “High level of security")
• 🔄 Last date for the updates verification

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When defining a Xiaomi model, users often face typical problems, including the most common ones and how to solve them.

Problem 1: The settings only display the model code (e.g., 22041216C) and not the full name.

Solution: Use the code matching table (see above) or enter the code in a search engine, and you can also use the IMEI.info service, where the first digits of IMEI determine the model.

Problem 2: After you enter the code (#4636##) nothing happens.

Solution: Make sure you enter space-free code and use a standard keyboard (non-third-party apps like Gboard). On some firmware, this code may be blocked - try alternative code:

##225##

Problem. 3: In the section About the phone instead of the model says unknown or MSM_n.

Solution: This is a sign of an unofficial firmware or system file failure, in which case, define the model by:

• 📦 The inscriptions on the box (if preserved)
• 🔋 Inscriptions under the battery (disassembly required)
• 🔍 IMEI (check with *#06# and check with IMEI.info)

⚠️ Note: If your Xiaomi is purchased in a secondary market (such as Avito or AliExpress), there is a risk that the seller may have changed the firmware to hide the real model.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions