Which Xiaomi smartphones will receive an update to Android 12: a full list of models (2026)

Why Android 12 is important to Xiaomi owners

Upgrading to Android 12 isn’t just a change of number in your smartphone settings. Google’s new operating system brings profound changes to design, performance and security. For Xiaomi devices, it also means moving to MIUI 13/14, where the manufacturer integrates branded chips with new Android features. For example, Android 12 introduced Material You, a dynamic thematic system that automatically adjusts the colors of the interface to your wallpaper.

Not all Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO smartphones will get this update, however, and the company has a strict support policy: budget models often stay on the old version of the software, and flagships get updates longer. In this article, we have compiled a list of Xiaomi devices with a confirmed Android 12 update for 2026, including those that have already received it and those that are still in line, and we will also discuss how to check the availability of the update for your model and what to do if your smartphone is not on the list.

Official list of Xiaomi with Android 12

Xiaomi has a number of different product lines, each with its own update schedule, and the following is a complete list of models that are either already updated or will receive Android 12 soon, based on official announcements from the manufacturer and reports from users from different regions (including Russia, Europe and India).

• 📱 Xiaomi Mi 11, Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11 Pro, Mi 11 Lite (all modifications)
• 📱 Xiaomi Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro, Mi 10 Ultra, Mi 10T, Mi 10T Pro, Mi 10 Lite
• 📱 Xiaomi Mi 9, Mi 9 Pro 5G, Mi 9 SE (Only for global versions)
• 📱 Redmi K40, K40 Pro, K40 Pro+, K40 Gaming
• 📱 Redmi Note 10, Note 10 Pro, Note 10 Pro Max, Note 10S
• 📱 POCO F3, POCO X3 Pro, POCO F2 Pro
• 📱 Xiaomi Black Shark 4, Black Shark 4 Pro (Gaming Smartphones)

Note: Some models (e.g. Mi 9) SE) They only get upgraded in global versions (marked Global in the firmware name), Chinese versions (China) may not be supported. POCO Often releases updates later than the main line of Xiaomi, due to the peculiarities of branding.

How to check if your Xiaomi will get Android 12

If your model isn't listed above, it doesn't always mean you can't upgrade. Here are 3 reliable ways to get the information straight:

1. Official website MIUI. Go to the page. MIUI Downloads, select your model and check the Stable section ROM. If you have Android 12, the update is available.
2. Settings on your smartphone. Open Settings → About your phone → Update. If you have an update, the system will suggest you install it. If not, check the support status.
3. User communities. Go to the XDA Developers or 4PDA forums and find your model topic. Often, enthusiasts post informal firmware or insider notes about Xiaomi's plans.

Important: If your smartphone is older than 2019 and is not part of the flagship or mid-budget lineup, the chances of an upgrade are minimal. For example, the Redmi Note 8 and Mi A3 will not officially receive Android 12, despite the popularity among users.

Check the vacant space (minimum 3 GB)

Connect to charging (battery > 50%)

Connect to Wi-Fi (update weighs ~2GB)

Make a backup copy of the data

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Table: Comparison of MIUI and Android versions for Xiaomi

To avoid confusion, we have compiled a table matching versions of MIUI and Android for popular models, which will help you understand what firmware to expect after the update.

If your model is in the table but the update hasn’t arrived yet, it may be coming in phases by region, like the Redmi Note 10 in India getting Android 12 a month earlier than in Europe, and in those cases, it’s worth waiting or trying to install the firmware manually (more on that below).

What to do if the update does not come

If your Xiaomi smartphone is on the supported list, but the update to Android 12 still does not appear, there are several ways to speed up the process:

1. Manually check. Go to Settings → About Phone → System Update and click Check Updates. Sometimes Xiaomi servers don't send notifications automatically.
2. Cache reset. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Three dots (menu) → Show all processes. Find System Update, clear the cache and data.
3. Install via Recovery. Download the official firmware from MIUI, rename the file to update.zip and place it in the memory root. Then in System Update, select Select the firmware file.
4. Unofficial firmware: XDA Developers often upload custom firmware based on Android 12 (like Pixel Experience or LineageOS), which is risky, but gives access to new features.

⚠️ Attention: Installing unofficial firmware can lead to loss of warranty, locking the bootloader or unstable operation of the smartphone.Be sure to unlock before the procedure OEM Unlock in the developer settings and back up via Mi Cloud or TWRP.

If you’re not sure about your skills, it’s best to wait for the official update. Xiaomi sometimes delays releases due to bugs, so forced updates can lead to bugs.

New Android 12 features for Xiaomi: what will change

Upgrading to Android 12 brings not only visual changes, but also system improvements that are especially noticeable on Xiaomi smartphones.

• 🎨 Material You. The interface adapts to the colors of your wallpaper, including icons and menus. MIUI 13/14 It's integrated with branded themes.
• 🔒 Privacy panel. Now you can see which apps are using a microphone, a camera, or a location, and turn access off centrally.
• ⚡ Quick settings: The curtain menu is more customizable, so you can change the order of the tiles and add items from Google (like Google Pay or Home).
• 📱 Optimization for gaming smartphones. on Black Shark and POCO F3 Game Dashboard mode with monitoring FPS and blocking notifications.
• 🔋 Adaptive charging: The system analyzes the user's habits and optimizes battery charging to extend its lifespan.

However, not all features can work correctly on budget models. 10 supportive 90 Hz in some firmware on Android 12 Because of the limitations of iron, users also note that MIUI 13/14 Android 12 It can consume more battery in the first days after the upgrade – this is normal, as the system indexes the data.

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If the smartphone is slowing down after the upgrade, try rolling back the settings to factory settings (Settings → Additional → Restore and Reset).This will remove the cache of old apps that may conflict with the new version of Android.

Frequent problems after updating and their solution

Upgrading to Android 12 on Xiaomi doesn’t always go smoothly. Here are the typical bugs and ways to fix them:

If none of these methods worked, contact Xiaomi Service Center or create a theme on the official Mi Community forum. Specify the build number (find in Settings → About phone) and the firmware region (Global/China/EEA).

⚠️ Note: If after the update the data is missing (photos, contacts), check the folder MIUI/backup/AllBackup Xiaomi sometimes backs up automatically before major updates.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Android 12 on Xiaomi

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If your smartphone is older than 2020 and is not part of the flagship lineup, the chances of upgrading to Android 12 are minimal, in which case you should consider buying a new device or installing custom firmware (for power users).