Full list of Xiaomi smartphones that will receive MIUI 13

Xiaomi’s new operating system is always a big deal for smartphone owners, as it’s not just a change in numbers, but also a new security and optimization feature. MIUI 13 is a landmark update that brings improved fraud protection, finer interfaces and better memory usage. Many users are still curious to know which models in their arsenal will be able to upgrade to this version to extend the life of the gadget.

In this article, we will look at the lists of devices that have already been built or are in beta testing. We will look at both global versions and firmware for the Chinese market, since the release schedules often differ. It is important to understand that support for older models is gradually phased out, and MIUI 13 was the last major version for a number of popular smartphones in the past.

If you want to know if you should wait for a notification on your device or if you should consider manually installing firmware, this will be a comprehensive source of information for you. We structured the data by brand and series to make it as easy as possible to navigate compatibility lists.

Features of the MIUI 13 shell and iron requirements

The transition to MIUI 13 requires certain resources from the hardware of the smartphone, based on Android 11 or Android 12 depending on the model of the device, and the company’s engineers relied on the optimization of background processes, which allowed to run the shell even on devices with 4 GB of RAM, although the system is most comfortable at 6 GB and above.

A key change has been the introduction of fraud protection at the system level, where the smartphone now analyzes suspicious calls and messages by checking them against databases, which requires constant background monitoring, which is why older entry-level processors can work with the new shell less stable than with previous versions.

Also worth noting are changes in the widget and font system: New interactive widgets consume more graphics accelerator resources, which should be considered by owners of budget lines Redmi and POCO. Memory optimization allows you to keep applications in the background more efficiently, but this imposes additional requirements for drive speed.

⚠️ Attention: Installation MIUI 13 on devices not officially included in the support list through third-party ports may lead to unstable operation of the camera and proximity sensors.

The flagship series Mi and Xiaomi, getting an update

The flagship Mi 11 and Mi 10 range are among the first to be upgraded with the powerful Snapdragon 8 Series processors, which are capable of unlocking the full potential of new animation and multitasking features.

The Mi 9T and Mi 9 series also made the list of lucky ones, which was a pleasant surprise for many users, since these models are already considered to be age-old, but owners should be prepared for the fact that the autonomy on older batteries after the upgrade may decrease due to increased system requirements.

• 🚀 Mi 11 Ultra / Pro / Lite – full support for all functions.
• 📱 Mi 10T / 10S / 10 Lite – stable work, optimized for Snapdragon.
• 🔥 Mi 9 / 9T Pro is the final major update for these legends.
• 📷 Mi Mix 4 - improved performance with a subscreen camera.

The Mi Note 10 series deserves special attention. Despite the initially mid-range performance of the processor, the device received an update that significantly improved the responsiveness of the interface, which confirms that the optimization of the code in MIUI 13 played a key role in supporting older hardware.

Redmi Note smartphones and basic series

The most popular category of devices is the Redmi Note line. These are the smartphones most often searched for in the update lists. Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Note 9 received MIUI 13 almost simultaneously with the flagships, which emphasizes the importance of this segment for the company.

Older models, such as the Redmi Note 8, were also included in the update schedule, but the firmware for them was delayed. owners of these devices need to show a loss, as priority is always given to new releases. the base series of Redmi 9 and Redmi 10 are also covered by support.

It is important to note the variations in versions for different markets: Indian versions of Redmi Note often receive updates on their own schedule, which can differ from the global one by several weeks, and users should check the settings in their region.

Updates for the POCO brand

The performance-focused POCO brand is also actively receiving MIUI 13. POCO F3 and POCO X3 series are among the most popular in the segment, and for them, the update brought not only a new interface, but also important game optimizations.

The budget lineup of the POCO M3 and POCO C3 has also been given a boost by developers, and given that these devices are often used as the main workhorses, security updates are critical for them, but on models with MediaTek processors, the update could have come later.

It is worth mentioning that some versions of POCO for the Chinese market (which are renamed Redmi) may have different features. Global versions are usually cleaner than pre-installed software, but get features a little later.

⚠️ Attention: On devices POCO with unlocked bootloader automatic update over the air (OTA) You need to manually install it through Recovery.

How to check for updates and install manually

The standard way to check is by settings menu on your smartphone, the system will tell you if the new version is available if it comes to your region, but sometimes the wait can be delayed, and then it makes sense to check for manually or use the "three dots" feature in the update menu.

To manually check, go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version. If you click on the MIUI logo several times, a hidden menu can be activated to select a firmware file, but the standard path is more reliable for most users.

Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → Three Dots → Select a firmware file

If the automatic update does not come, you can use the MIUI bootloader app or the official website to download the service pack. The file with the.zip extension must be placed in the root of internal memory and selected through the update menu.

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Before manually installing firmware, make sure to make a full backup through the Mi Cloud or your computer, as switching between Android versions (e.g. 11 to 12) may require a complete data reset.

Frequent problems after installation and their solution

Like any major upgrade, MIUI 13 can bring some childhood illnesses with it. users often experience rapid battery drain in the first 3-5 days after installation, a normal process as the system is busy indexing files and optimizing applications in the background.

Another common problem can be Bluetooth or Wi-Fi failures, most of which are solved by resetting network settings or re-pairing devices, and if problems persist for longer than a week, a full reset to factory settings may be required.

• 🔋 Quick discharge – wait 5 days of active operation.
• 📶 Disappearance of the network – reset the network settings in the “Connections” menu".
• 📱 Lags of the interface - clear the cache of the application "Security".
• 🔔 No notifications come – check the power saving settings for messengers.

In rare cases, it may be necessary to flash the device through your computer using the Mi Flash Tool utility.This is an extreme measure to resort to if the smartphone has stopped booting or is critically unstable after an update.