How to check the firmware version on Xiaomi Redmi Note: all ways from MIUI 12 to HyperOS

Knowing the current firmware version on the Xiaomi Redmi Note is critical, helping you determine the relevance of updates, app compatibility, and even the ability to unlock the bootloader. For example, custom firmware like LineageOS or Pixel Experience requires a specific version of MIUI (usually no older than 2-3 months). And if your Redmi Note 10 Pro suddenly started to slow down after the update, comparing the current firmware with the latest stable releases will tell you whether to roll back.

But the problem is that Xiaomi regularly changes the layout of menu items in new versions of the shell. What worked in MIUI 12 may not work in HyperOS. We tested all the current methods on models from Redmi Note 5 (2018) to Redmi Note 12 Turbo (2023) and identified 5 reliable methods, from basic to advanced for developers. At the end of this article you will find a table of compatibility of MIUI and Android versions for different generations of Redmi Note, as well as answers to frequent questions about the risks when checking firmware through Fastboot.

If you just need to know the version to upgrade, the first two are enough. If you plan to modify the system (for example, get root rights or install TWRP), methods using ADB and engineering menus will come in handy. On models with a Snapdragon processor (for example, Redmi Note 7/8 Pro), the firmware version in Fastboot may be different from the one that the system shows — this is normal and is related to the Qualcomm architecture.

1. Check firmware through phone settings (the easiest way)

This method works on all versions of MIUI (including HyperOS) and does not require additional tools, and is suitable for most users who want to know the version before upgrading or for diagnosing problems.

Open the Settings app (cog icon) and follow the following steps:

1. Scroll down and select About Phone (Device Information may be called on HyperOS).
2. Tap on the first item MIUI version – here you will see the current firmware (for example, MIUI Global 14.0.5 Stable).
3. For more information, click on the Android version bar and see the build number (e.g. TKQ1.221114.001) and the security patch level.

On some models (such as the Redmi Note 9 Pro), you may need to tap the MIUI version several times to unlock the hidden developer menu, and if nothing happens after 5-7 taps, this functionality is disabled in your firmware.

• 📱 What do the numbers mean in the version MIUI:
• ⚠️ Note: If the version is specified V14.0.1.0.TKOCNXM, The letter C stands for Chinese firmware, and if you put it on top of the global firmware, it can lock the device!

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If the menu "About the phone" does not have the item "Version" MIUI", Try to enter the "version" request in the search for settings - the system will show a direct link to the desired section.

2.Use of the engineering menu (#4636##)

The Engineering Menu is a hidden Android tool that provides advanced system information, including firmware details, which is useful if the standard settings menu does not show the full data (for example, on custom firmware).

To open the engineering menu:

1. Launch the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination: ##4636### (some models may require ##225## for the update calendar).
3. Select Phone Information (or Software Information in English firmware).

On this menu you will see:

• 📌 Android version – version of the OS (for example, 13) TKQ1.221114.001).
• 📌 Baseband version (important for checking compatibility with the modem) SIM-map).
• 📌 Build number – the full build number (for example, QKQ1.200216.002).
• 📌 Kernel version - kernel version (needed for Magisk or custom cores installation).

On the Redmi Note 11 and later, the engineering menu can be blocked, in which case you can use the alternative code: ##6484## (MTK test) or ##64663## (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module information).

Verification through the application "System Update"

The System Update (or Updater) app not only searches for new firmware versions, but also shows the current one. This method is handy if you need to check the relevance of updates at the same time.

Instructions:

1. Open the System Update app (the icon with the arrow down).
2. In the upper right corner, press three dots (⋮) and select Settings.
3. Scroll down to the MIUI version section – the current firmware and region will be listed here.

On HyperOS, the path has changed a little:

1. Open the Settings. → Renewal centre.
2. Slip the profile icon in the upper right corner.
3. Select About – HyperOS version (e.g. HyperOS 1.0.5.0) will be displayed here.

• 🔄 How to know if the firmware is outdated?

Download the latest version MIUI official website|Check the battery charge (minimum 50%)|Connect to Wi-Fi (update weighs 1.5-3 GB)|Make a backup copy of the data|Disable the antivirus (can block the installation)-->

4. Firmware check via Fastboot (for power users)

The Fastboot method is suitable if the phone is not turning on or you want to make sure the firmware is not damaged at the bootloader level.Requires a computer with ADB/Fastboot drivers installed and a USB Type-C cable.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the buttons Power + Volume down for 10 seconds to enter the Fastboot (there will be a hare in a hat-eared hat on the screen).
3. Connect your phone to your PC and open the command line (Win + R → cmd).
4. Enter the command: fastboot getvar all
5. Find the line in the output: version-bootloader - version of the bootloader. version-baseband - version of the modem. miui-version - version of MIUI.

Example of output for the Redmi Note 10 Pro:

(bootloader) version-bootloader: 3.0.0


(bootloader) version-baseband: MOLY.LR12A.R3.MP.V160.2021/05/17




(bootloader) miui-version: V12.5.2.0.RKFMIXM

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi Note) 7 Snapdragon-powered 660) The fastboot getvar all command can return empty values for miui-version. In this case, use the alternative command: fastboot getvar product. 2>&1 | findstr /r /c:"^product:" This will help determine the exact device model for finding compatible firmware.

5. Firmware verification via ADB (for developers)

If you need the most detailed firmware data (for example, for debugging or system modification), use ADB (Android Debug Bridge. This method requires the developer mode to be enabled and USB-debugging.

Instructions:

1. Enable Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI Version. Go back to Settings → Additional → Developer. Activate USB Debugging.

Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.

adb shell getprop ro.miui.ui.version.name

For the Android version:

adb shell getprop ro.build.version.release

Example of conclusion:

$ adb shell getprop ro.miui.ui.version.name


V14.0.5.0.TKOMIXM




$ adb shell getprop ro.build.version.release




13

To obtain a complete list of system properties, use:

adb shell getprop > xiaomi_props.txt

It'll create a file. xiaomi_props.txt with all the parameters, including:

• 📝 ro.product.model – an exact model of the device (for example, M2101K6G For the Redmi Note 10).
• 📝 ro.build.fingerprint – “fingerprint” of the firmware (needed to check compatibility with Magisk).
• 📝 ro.boot.hwc is a hardware platform (e.g. Global or China).

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If the adb shell command returns the "device unauthorized" error, check that a window appeared on the phone at the time of connection requesting debugging permission. If there is no window, reconnect the cable or restart the device.

Comparison of MIUI and Android versions for Redmi Note (2018–2026)

To see if your firmware is up to date, compare it to the data in the table. Note that Xiaomi may be discontinuing support for older models — for example, the Redmi Note 5 no longer receives MIUI updates, and the Redmi Note 9 is moved to quarterly updates.

If your model is not in the table, check its status on the Firmware Center or in the Telegram channel MIUI Versions. For devices older than 3 years (for example, Redmi Note 6 Pro), it is recommended to switch to custom firmware like LineageOS or ArrowOS, since official updates are no longer coming out.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When checking firmware, users often face some common problems, and here are the most common ones and how to solve them:

• ❌ Error: "Unknown team" in the ADB/Fastboot
• ❌ The phone is not included in Fastboot
• ❌ Version. MIUI The settings are not the same as Fastboot.

⚠️ Note: If you see secure: yes status when checking through Fastboot, but you are trying to install custom firmware, first unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool)!

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions