How to roll back the Xiaomi HyperOS update: 3 proven ways

Why do users want to return from HyperOS to MIUI?

The Xiaomi HyperOS update was one of the biggest changes to Xiaomi’s ecosystem in recent years, with a redesigned interface, streamlined resource allocation and promises of improved performance, but not everyone was happy: some experienced app bugs, others complained of declining autonomy, and still others simply couldn’t get used to the new design.

According to surveys on the 4PDA and Mi Community forums, about 15% of owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices are considering rolling back HyperOS to MIUI. The main reasons are the unstable work of Google Services, problems with Always On Display, and the lack of some familiar features (for example, Game Turbo in its previous form).

Preparing the device for rollback: what to do in advance

Firmware rollback is not something you can do spontaneously, and doing the wrong thing can turn your smartphone into a brick, so preparation is key.

• 🔋 Charge the device to at least 70% – the rollback process can take up to 30 minutes, and battery discharge in the middle of the operation will lead to a failure.
• 📱 Make sure the device is unlocked OEM Unlock (in Settings) → Without this, the Fastboot rollback will be impossible.
• 💾 Back up all your data via Mi Cloud or locally on your PC. rollback erases user files!
• 🖥️ Prepare a PC with drivers installed ADB/Fastboot and the Mi Flash Tool (for the Fastboot method).

You should pay special attention to the model of your device. For example, for Xiaomi 13 Pro and Redmi Note 12 Pro+, the rollback process will be different due to different types of downloaders. Check out the firmware version you want to install on the Miui Downloads website - there is an archive of stable and development builds.

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If you’ve never unlocked a bootloader on your Xiaomi, it’s going to be harder to do after you install HyperOS, and the new OS has tightened the unlock requirements: you now need to link your Mi Account and wait up to 720 hours (30 days).

Method 1: Recovery (for devices with unlocked bootloader)

This is the easiest method, but it only works if you already have customized Recovery (like TWRP) installed or if you have previously unlocked the bootloader, otherwise this method will not work.

Instructions:

1. Download the archive with the desired version of MIUI (.zip format) from the official website or trusted forums (for example, XDA Developers).
2. Move the archive to the root folder of the device’s internal memory.
3. Turn off your smartphone and press the Volume Up + Power combination to enter Recovery.
4. In the Recovery menu, select Wipe → Advanced Wipe and select Dalvik, Cache, Data, System.
5. Return to the main menu, select Install and indicate the path to the downloaded archive.
6. Confirm the installation and wait until the process is completed (usually takes 5-10 minutes).

After restarting, the device will start with a clean MIUI.Warning: the first start can take up to 15 minutes - don't interrupt the process!

Method 2: Recoil through Fastboot (Universal Method)

This is suitable for most Xiaomi devices, but requires an unlocked bootloader and computer, and the main advantage is the ability to install official firmware even if the device does not turn on.

Algorithm of action:

1. Download the Mi Flash Tool from Xiaomi’s official website and install it on PC.
2. Download the Fastboot firmware (.tgz format) for your model. Pay attention to the region (Global, EEA, China).
3. Unpack the firmware archive in a folder without Cyrillic characters (for example, C:\miui_fastboot).
4. Turn off your smartphone and put it in Fastboot mode (clamp Volume down + Power).
5. Connect the device to your PC and run the Mi Flash Tool. The program must identify your device.
6. In the Select field, specify the path to unpacked firmware. At the bottom, select Clean all mode.
7. Press Flash and wait until the process is complete (it can take up to 10 minutes).

⚠️ If the Mi Flash Tool gives an error "Cannot receive hello packet", check the drivers. ADB Or try another one. USB-port (preferably) USB 2.0) Also make sure that the developer settings are enabled USB Debugging.

Method 3: Recoil through OTA-Package (for experienced users)

This method is suitable for those who want to roll back on the previous version of HyperOS, rather than MIUI. It is less risky, but does not work on all devices.

What you need:

• 📄 OTA-A package with the previous version of the firmware (can be found on the XDA Or telegram channels like that. MIUI Updates Tracker).
• 🔧 Local Updater (pre-installed in HyperOS).
• 🔋 Battery charge of at least 50%.

Instructions:

1. Download. OTA-Package (file with.zip extension) and rename it to update.zip.
2. Move the file to the root folder of internal memory.
3. Open the Local Updater app (in the Tools folder).
4. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select the Select update package.
5. Please specify the path to update.zip and confirm the installation.

⚠️ Note: This only works if the firmware version you are rolling back is no older than 2 builds from the current one. For example, if you have HyperOS 1.0.5.0, you can roll back to 1.0.3.0, but not 1.0.1.0. Otherwise, the system will give an error "Update verification package failed".

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Pushback through OTA-The package is the safest way, but it is not suitable for switching from HyperOS to the new one. MIUI. For a full downgrade, be sure to use Fastboot or Recovery.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even with strict follow-up, users often face problems, and here are the most common mistakes and solutions:

If you find that Google Play Services is not working or Google services are not available, you may have installed the Chinese version of the firmware (China ROM).

1. Download Google Installer (e.g. NikGapps).
2. Install it via TWRP or Fastboot.
3. Perform a data reset (Wipe Data) after installation.

What to do after a successful recoil?

Yes, your device is back on MIUI! But before you use your smartphone as usual, take a few important steps:

• 🔄 Make reset to factory settings via Settings → Additionally. → Resetting: This will help avoid conflicts between old and new system files.
• 🔒 Turn off automatic updates in Settings → The phone. → Update the system, otherwise the device will try to install HyperOS again.
• 📲 Restore data from backup (but not system settings!).
• 🛡️ Check the status of the bootloader: if it was unlocked, it can be blocked again via fastboot oem lock (but this will disable the ability to install custom firmware).

If you have retraceeded to MIUI due to autonomy issues, pay attention to the battery settings:

• Turn off Adaptive Brightness and set a fixed value.
• In Settings → Battery → Battery mode, select Saving Charge.
• Limit background activity for social media through Settings → Apps → Permissions → Auto Run.

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If you notice that your smartphone is warming up more than HyperOS, check the processor settings in the engineering menu (#4636##).

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