How to Reset Updates on Xiaomi: A Complete Guide to Running Back Firmware

Software updates on Xiaomi devices typically improve performance, add new features and close security vulnerabilities. However, sometimes fresh versions of MIUI or Android TV bring more problems than benefits, from sudden lags to complete failure of the gadget. If after the upgrade your Redmi smartphone, POCO or Mi TV began to slow down, overheat or not turn on at all, it’s time to consider rolling back to the previous version of the firmware.

In this article, we’ll break down all the current ways to reset updates on Xiaomi devices in 2026, including:

• 📱 Smartphones (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 11 et al.) with MIUI HyperOS
• 📺 Televisions (Mi) TV A2, Xiaomi TV Q2) Android TV Google TV
• 🎮 Mi Box and Mi Stick, including models 4K S)

Importantly, the rollback procedure is different for different types of devices and can cause data loss, and we will explain in detail how to minimize the risks and what to do if something goes wrong.

Why might I need to roll back the update?

Before we get to the instructions, we will understand when to reset updates is justified and when to look for alternative solutions.

• 🐢 Critical performance drop: after the update, the device became slower to work, applications are long to open or fly out.
• 🔥 Overheating and fast battery discharge: new firmware may contain errors in power management (especially relevant for smartphones on HyperOS).
• 🚫 Application incompatibility: Some programs (such as banking or gaming) stop running due to changes in the software API.
• 🔒 Blocking features: the manufacturer could remove useful options (for example, overclocking the processor or manual camera settings).
• 💥 Critical bugs: the device does not turn on, hovers on the Xiaomi logo or constantly reboots (bootloop).

Before you reset the update, check:

1. Is the reset to factory settings performed (sometimes this solves problems without rolling back firmware).
2. Is there an update on top of the patch that fixes the bugs of the current version?
3. Are the lags associated with filled memory or background processes?

If alternative methods have not worked, go to the instructions below, and let's start with smartphones, because this is the most common case.

How to roll back firmware on Xiaomi smartphones (MIUI/HyperOS)

For Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones, there are two main ways to roll back: through the recavers (no computer) and using the Fastboot (requires a PC).

Method 1: Recovery (for unlocked bootloader)

This method is suitable if:

• 📱 The device is turned on and loaded into the system (albeit with lags).
• 🔓 You have unlocked the bootloader (bootloader).
• 📁 There is a backup of data (rollback erases everything except internal memory).

Steps:

1. Download the full firmware version for your model from the official MIUI Downloads website (select Recovery ROM).
2. Rename the file to update.zip and transfer it to the root folder of internal memory (not to folders!).
3. Turn off the phone and press Volume Up + Power to enter Recovery.
4. Select Install update.zip to System (use volume buttons for navigation, power buttons for confirmation).
5. After the process is complete, select Reboot to System.

Important: If the bootloader is blocked, this method will not work – you will need to unlock through the Mi Unlock Tool (the procedure takes up to 720 hours of waiting for new accounts).

Method 2: Recoil through Fastboot (Universal Method)

This method works even on “bricks” (devices that are not turned on), but requires a computer and a utility Mi Flash Tool. Suitable for all models, including the Redmi Note 11, POCO F4 and new devices on HyperOS.

Instructions:

1. Download Fastboot ROM for your model from the official website.
2. Unpack the archive in a folder on your computer (the way without Cyrillic!).
3. Install Xiaomi and Mi Flash Tool drivers.
4. Turn off the phone and press Volume Down + Power to enter the Fastboot (a hare in a hat-eared hat will appear).
5. Connect the device to the PC and in the Mi Flash Tool specify the path to the folder with the firmware.
6. Select Clean All or Clean All and Lock (if you want to lock the bootloader back).
7. Press Flash and wait until it is completed (5-10 minutes).

Critical information: Fastboot rollback on HyperOS devices (e.g. Xiaomi 14) may require authorization of your Mi Account. If you did not link your device to your account prior to the update, it will be impossible to restore access without contacting the service center.

Releasing updates on Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV)

Xiaomi TVs based on Android TV or Google TV are automatically updated, and the rollback is more difficult than on smartphones. The main problem is the lack of official support for downgrade.

Method 1: Reset to factory settings (soft rollback)

If the problem has occurred after a recent update, try to get the TV back out of the box:

1. Go to Settings → Device → Reset settings.
2. Choose to erase all data and confirm the action.
3. After the reboot, the TV will suggest you reconfigure it – don’t connect to the internet to avoid automatic updates.

This method does not guarantee a rollback to a previous firmware version, but often solves problems with lags and errors.

Method 2: Manual update via USB (hard rollback)

For the forced installation of old firmware will need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Internet access.
• 📁 Firmware for your model (you can download it on the forums) 4PDA or Xiaomi.eu).
• 🔌 USB-storage device (formatted in FAT32).

Step-by-step:

1. Download the firmware archive and unpack it. Inside, there should be an update.zip file.
2. Copy it to the root. USB-storage device (not in folders!).
3. Insert the USB 2.0 port on your TV (usually located on the side).
4. Press the Menu button on the remote and the Power button on the TV body simultaneously for 5-10 seconds until the update menu appears.
5. Select the update.zip file and confirm the installation.

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If the TV doesn’t respond to the button combination, try an alternative: Go to Settings → About TV → System Update and select “Update via USB”.

⚠️ Note: Not all Mi models TV support the rollback through USB. On new TVs (e.g. Xiaomi) TV Q2 2023) this method can be blocked by the manufacturer, in which case only the request to the service center remains.

Reduced updates to Mi Box and Mi Stick

The Mi Box S, Mi Box 4K and Mi Stick devices are updated via Android TV, and the rollback has its nuances. The main difficulty is the lack of official downgrade support from Xiaomi.

Method 1: Through ADB (for power users)

If your device is still powered on but is not stable, you can try rolling back the firmware via Android Debug Bridge (ADB):

1. Enable USB Debugging in Settings → Device → About Program → Build Number (click 7 times to unlock the developer menu).
2. Go back to Settings → For developers and activate Debugging over USB.
3. Connect the Mi Box to your computer via USB-cable (use the port) OTG, if there is).
4. Download ADB Tools and run the command: Adb devices to make sure the device is defined.
5. Download the desired firmware version (search for Xiaomi.eu or 4PDA) and run it through the command: adb sideload name file.zip

⚠️ Note: On new versions of Android TV 12+ (For example, on the Mi Box S. 2nd Gen) debugging USB This can be limited, and you'll need to unlock the bootloader through fastboot.

Method 2: Fastboot (if the device is not powered on)

If the Mi Box is stuck on the logo or does not respond at all, you will have to use Fastboot:

1. Download the firmware in.img format for your model.
2. Connect the device to the computer by holding the Reset button (usually located in the hole on the case).
3. In the command line, run: fastboot flash system.img fastboot flash boot.img fastboot reboot

After that, the device should boot with clean firmware, but note that on some models (such as the Mi Stick 4K), this method can lead to the loss of license keys for Netflix and Disney+.

What if the pullback didn't help?

If all the manipulations left problems, maybe the reason is not the firmware.

• 🔧 Hardware malfunctions: Overheating, a bloated battery or a damaged motherboard can simulate software failures. Check the device at the service center.
• 📱 Application conflict: Remove newly installed programs or reset via Safe Mode (on smartphones, press the off button and hold the "Switch off power" until the offer to go to safe mode appears).
• 🔄 Beta version of the firmware: If you participated in the beta test program MIUI or HyperOS, the rollback can be blocked. Try to go to a stable branch through Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → Exit the beta version.
• 🛠️ Custom firmware: If the official rollback doesn't work, consider installing Xiaomi.eu or LineageOS (requires an unlocked bootloader).

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Before installing custom firmware, be sure to check its compatibility with your model on the 4PDA or XDA-Developers forum. Incompatible firmware can finally "brick" the device.

How to avoid problems with future updates?

To avoid the need for a rollback in the future, follow these recommendations:

1. Turn off automatic update: On smartphones: Settings → The phone. → Updating the system → ⚙️ → Auto-update → On TVs: Settings → On TV. → Updating the system → Auto-update → Never.

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Create backups.

• On smartphones, use Settings → Additional → Backup and reset.
• On TVs, copy important data (such as saved Wi-Fi passwords) manually.
• Update gradually: If you see a new firmware causing problems for other users, wait 1-2 weeks - often Xiaomi releases patches.

It’s also helpful to keep an eye on your device’s update channel, for example, there are three types of firmware for Xiaomi smartphones:

• 🔴 Developer (weekly) - the freshest but raw builds.
• 🟡 Beta (Stable Beta) – Less Risky, but Still Testable.
• 🟢 Stable – Verified versions recommended for most users.

If you are not willing to take risks, stay on the Stable branch.

FAQ: Frequent questions about rollback updates on Xiaomi