MIUI 13 on Xiaomi: full list of supported phones and release dates

What’s New in MIUI 13 and Why It Matters

The upgrade to MIUI 13 was one of the most anticipated events for Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphone owners in 2022-2026, a firmware version that brought not only visual changes, but also major performance optimizations, improved memory management, and new privacy features, such as Liquid Storage technology that reduces file system fragmentation by 20%, and Atomized Memory prevents RAM leakage in the background.

Not all devices will get MIUI 13, however, as Xiaomi has traditionally limited support for older models. In this article, we’ll look at the official list of phones that will receive the upgrade, as well as the nuances of installation and possible problems. If your smartphone is not included in the list, don’t worry: many models have custom firmware based on MIUI 13 from third-party developers (but about this in a separate section).

It’s important to understand that the release dates of the update depend on the region and version of the device (global, Chinese, Indian). For example, the flagship Xiaomi 12 and Redmi K50 received MIUI 13 in the first months after the announcement, and budget models like Redmi Note 10 – only a year later. We have collected the current information for May 2026, but we recommend checking the update status manually through Settings → About Phone → System Update.

Xiaomi phones with MIUI 13 support

Xiaomi divides the devices into three categories according to the priority of updates: flagships (receive the update first), mid-segment (after 3-6 months) and budget models (after 6-12 months or not at all).

• 📱 Xiaomi 12 Series: Xiaomi 12 Pro, Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12X, Xiaomi 12 Lite (update released in January 2022).
• 📱 Xiaomi 11 Series: Xiaomi 11 Ultra, Xiaomi 11 Pro, Xiaomi 11, Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (update from March to June 2022).
• 📱 Xiaomi Mi 10 Series: Mi 10 Ultra, Mi 10 Pro, Mi 10, Mi 10 Lite Zoom (update from April to August 2022).
• 📱 Redmi K50 series: Redmi K50 Pro, Redmi K50, Redmi K50 Gaming (update in February-March 2022).
• 📱 Redmi Note 11 Series: Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G, Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 11S (update from May to October 2022).
• 📱 POCO F-series: POCO F4 GT, POCO F3 GT, POCO F3 (update from April to July 2022).

Important: Phones older than 2020 (like the Redmi Note 9 or Mi 9) won’t officially receive MIUI 13, but unofficial community ports are available for them.

Table: Release dates of MIUI 13 for popular models

To make it easier for you to navigate, we have compiled a table with approximate release dates for key devices, and note that in some regions (e.g. Europe), updates may come out later due to additional tests.

If your model is not in the table, check it on the official Xiaomi website (section). MIUI Downloads. You can also download the firmware manually if you don't get an automatic update.

How to check if the upgrade to MIUI 13 is available for your phone

There are three reliable ways to know if you can upgrade to MIUI 13 on your device, the first and easiest is through the settings menu:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Slip on the item System Update.
3. Click Check for updates.

If the system says "Updates are not available," it doesn't always mean your model isn't supported, it may not have been updated for your region.

• 🔍 Check the version. MIUI in the section About the telephone → Version. MIUI. If it is older than 12.5, the chances of an upgrade are high.
• 🌍 Make sure you have global firmware (Global in build number) Chinese versions (China) get updates sooner, but may not support Google services.
• 📡 Connect to a stable Wi-Fi network – sometimes updates are not shown when using mobile internet.

If the automatic check doesn't work, you can try to install the update manually.

1. Download the firmware for your model from the official website.
2. Rename the file to update.zip and place it in the phone’s root directory.
3. In the update menu, click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Select the firmware file.

⚠️ Warning: Do not try to install firmware from another model, this will lead to a "brick" (inoperability) of the phone. Always check compatibility by model number in the settings (Settings) → The phone. → Model).

What to do if your phone doesn’t support MIUI 13

If your model isn’t on the supported device list, don’t despair – there are a few alternative ways to get new features:

• 🛠️ Castom firmware: The developer community creates unofficial versions MIUI 13 for old phones. Popular projects - Xiaomi.eu, LineageOS with ported features MIUI.
• 🔄 Update through EEA: Sometimes the Firmware for the European Region (EEA) They come out before the global ones. You can try changing the region through Settings. → Additionally. → Region.
• 📲 Optimization tools: Applications like Greenify or SD Maids can partially reproduce functions MIUI 13 (e.g., cleaning the cache in the background).

The most reliable way is to install Xiaomi.eu, which is based on the official MIUI, but lacks the Bloatware (pre-installed applications) and contains additional settings.

1. Unlock bootloader (official way through the Xiaomi website).
2. Install custom recovery (TWRP).
3. Sweep ZIP-file through recovery.

If you’re not ready for this kind of manipulation, consider buying a new phone. For example, the POCO X5 Pro or Redmi Note 12 Pro+ already come with a MIUI 13 and will cost less than flagships.

Typical issues after upgrading to MIUI 13 and their solution

Even official updates sometimes bring bugs, and here are the most common problems and ways to fix them:

• 🔋 Fast battery discharge: After the upgrade, the system will re-index files, which can increase power consumption by 1-2 days.If the problem persists, turn off Adaptive Brightness and check the background activity of applications in Settings → Battery.
• 📶 Bad Network Signal: Reset network settings via Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → If it doesn't work, try manually selecting the operator.
• 🎵 Sound Distortions: Clear the Mi Sound Enhancer app cache in Settings → Annexes → Application management.
• 🖥️ Lags and Brakes: Perform a Cache Reset via Recovery (Press Power) + Volume Up when your phone is turned off, select Wipe Cache).

If the phone starts to overheat or turn off after the update, try to roll back to the previous version of MIUI.

1. Download the old firmware from the official website.
2. Rename the file to update.zip and place it in the root of the memory.
3. In recovery, select Install update.zip.

⚠️ Note: Retreat to the previous version MIUI This can cause all data to be reset if you don’t back up in advance, and note that after rollbacks, some features (such as new gestures) may not work properly.

If the problem is not solved, contact the Xiaomi service center with error logs (they can be obtained through the Mi Community application in the Feedback section).

MIUI 13 vs MIUI 14: Should I Upgrade More?

In 2023, Xiaomi released MIUI 14, and many users are wondering: does it make sense to upgrade from version 13?

Upgrading to MIUI 14 is a good idea if:

• You have a flagship of 2021-2022 (for example, Xiaomi 11T Pro or Redmi K50).
• You need new privacy features (such as a microphone usage indicator).
• You want a Material You style design (adaptive wallpaper colors).

You should stay on MIUI 13 if:

• Your phone is older than 2021 – MIUI 14 may be slower.
• You use custom firmware – an update can break its stability.
• You don’t need new features, and the current version works bug-free.

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MIUI 14 does not support many models that have received MIUI 13. Before updating, check the official compatibility list on the Xiaomi website.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions about MIUI 13