What is known about MIUI 13 today?
Updating to MIUI 13 was one of the most anticipated events for owners of smartphones Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO in 2022-2023. Despite the fact that the official announcement of the firmware took place in December 2021, many users are still waiting for its appearance on their devices, the reason for the delay lies in the phased distribution of updates by region and model, as well as in the features of testing stable versions.
In this article, we will break down the current MIUI 13 release dates for different Xiaomi lines, provide a full list of supported devices and explain how to speed up the update, learn what innovations will bring firmware and why some models may not receive it, updated as of 2026, taking into account the latest announcements of the company.
Official release dates of MIUI 13 by region
Xiaomi has traditionally released multi-wave updates, ranging from flagship models to budget smartphones, and schedules vary by region (China, global market, India, Russia) and device version (e.g., Xiaomi 11T Pro received an update before the Redmi Note 10 Pro).
- 📅 December 2021 – February 2022: First stable versions for flagships (Xiaomi 12, Mi 11 Ultra, Mix 4) in China.
- 📅 March – June 2022: Expanding the list for global and Indian markets (Xiaomi 11 Series, Redmi) K40, POCO F3).
- 📅 July 2022 – January 2023: Update for mid-budget and older flagships (Redmi Note 10, Mi) 10T, POCO X3 Pro).
- 📅 February 2023 – present: The Final Wave for Budget Models (Redmi 9, POCO M3) and devices with limited support.
Important: Some models (like the Redmi Note 9 Pro or POCO M2 Pro) only got the MIUI 13 in 2023 due to performance optimization.If your device hasn't yet upgraded, check it out in the list of supported models below.
Full list of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices with MIUI 13 support
Not all Xiaomi smartphones will receive an upgrade to MIUI 13. the company adheres to the rule: firmware is released for devices released no earlier than 2019-2020 (except flagships).
| Brand | Series/Model | Status of renewal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi | Xiaomi 12/12 Pro/12X | ✅ It's out. | The first devices with MIUI 13 out of the box |
| Mi 11/11 Pro/11 Ultra/11 Lite | ✅ It's out. | Delayed Update for 11 Lite (March 2022) | |
| Mi 10/10 Pro/10T/10T Pro | ✅ It's out. | The last major firmware for the series | |
| Mix 4 | ✅ It's out. | Only for the Chinese market | |
| Redmi | Redmi K40/K40 Pro/K40 Gaming | ✅ It's out. | Update Priority for Global Versions |
| Redmi Note 10/10 Pro/10S | ✅ It's out. | Delays to June 2022 for some regions | |
| Redmi Note 9/9 Pro/9T | ⚠️ Partially. | Only for Indian and global versions | |
| Redmi 10/10 Prime | ✅ It's out. | Update in 2023 | |
| Redmi 9/9A/9C | ❌ No. | Support completed at MIUI 12.5 | |
| POCO | POCO F3/F3 GT | ✅ It's out. | Redmi K40 with a priority update |
| POCO X3 Pro/X3 GT | ✅ It's out. | Delays until autumn 2022 | |
| POCO M3/M3 Pro | ⚠️ Partially. | Global versions only (M3 Pro – yes, M3 – no) |
⚠️ Note: If your model is not listed or marked as "❌ No, it means Xiaomi has officially stopped supporting it. MIUI 13 on such devices through unofficial firmware may lead to loss of warranty and problems with the operation of sensors.
Why do some models not get MIUI 13?
How to check the availability of the MIUI 13 update on your smartphone
Before you wait for the update notification, make sure your device supports MIUI 13 and is in the correct region.
- Open the Settings app on your smartphone.
- Go to the About Phone (or About Device) section.
- Tap on System Update (or MIUI Update).
- Click Check for updates.
If the system offers to download MIUI 13, follow the on-screen prompts. If there is no update, the following reasons are possible:
- 🔄 Your model is not yet included in the current distribution wave.
- 🌍 Device is tied to region with a delay (for example, Russia often receives updates later than Europe).
- 📵 On the smartphone installed custom firmware or unlocked bootloader.
- 🔋 Battery charge less than 50% (system blocks update).
Charge your phone to 80% or higher|Connect to a stable Wi-Fi network|Make a backup copy of the data|Free up at least 3GB of memory|Turn it off. VPN (It can block update servers)-->
How to Accelerate MIUI 13: Legal and Unofficial Ways
If your device supports MIUI 13 but the update hasn’t arrived yet, you can try the following methods:
1. Manual update via Recovery
Download the official firmware package for your model from MIUI Downloads (select the Stable version for your region).
- Rename the file to update.zip and place it in the root folder of the phone.
- Go to Settings → About the phone → System update.
- Slip on three dots in the upper right corner and select Select the update file.
- Please specify the downloaded update.zip and confirm the installation.
2. Change of firmware region (for advanced users)
Some models (like the Redmi Note 10 Pro) get updates earlier in India or Europe, to change region:
1. Install the "MIUI bootloader" app from Google Play.
2.Select your model and region (e.g. EEA instead of Russia).
3. Download the firmware and thread through Recovery (see instructions above).⚠️ Warning: Change of region can lead to loss of warranty and work problems NFC or 4G-Before the procedure, back up through the settings. → Additionally. → Backup.
3. Participation in beta testing (closed in 2026)
Xiaomi previously allowed users to register for the beta tester program through the Mi Community app, but since 2026, the set in the beta version of MIUI 13 has officially closed.
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If after upgrading to MIUI 13 smartphone began to warm or quickly discharge, perform a cache reset via Recovery: turn off the phone, press Power + Volume up, select Wipe Cache Partition.
New MIUI 13 features: What has changed over MIUI 12.5
MIUI 13 brought not only visual changes, but also performance optimization.
- ⚡ Improved performance: Liquid Storage technology reduces memory fragmentation, and Atomized Memory optimizes RAM usage. Xiaomi claims speeds have increased by 20 to 50 percent depending on the model.
- 🎨 New design: Updated icons, animations and fonts (Mi Sans) with Crystal and Vitality themes with adaptive colors.
- 🔒 Enhanced privacy: Face Verification for secure applications, advanced resolutions for camera and microphone (similar to iOS).
- 📱 Widgets and Sidebar: Support for widgets for Android 12+ and a new sidebar with fast access to applications.
- 🎮 Game Mode: Optimization for Genshin Impact, PUBG Mobile and Call of Duty with 15-30 delays%.
Not all of the changes were positive, however, as users note:
- ❌ Increased power consumption on some models (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro).
- ❌ Bugs with notifications in the status bar.
- ❌ Lack of support for some of the topics MIUI 12.5.
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MIUI 13 is the latest major firmware for many 2020 models.The next update (MIUI 14) will be released only for Android 13+ smartphones.
Frequent issues after upgrading to MIUI 13 and their solution
Even official firmware sometimes causes failures, and here are the typical problems and ways to fix them:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Fast battery discharge | Background activity of new MIUI 13 services | Turn off Adaptive Brightness and Device Search in Battery Settings |
| Phone overheating | Optimizing the processor for new functions | Reset the settings to factory (Settings → About phone → Reset) |
| Notifications are not working | Conflict with application permission | Check permissions in Settings → Apps → Permissions Management |
| Lags and hangs | Lack of memory or fragmentation | Clear the cache through Recovery or roll back to MIUI 12.5 |
⚠️ Warning: If after the update, the smartphone does not turn on or stuck on the logo MI, Do not try to replay it yourself. Contact the Xiaomi service center with an error code (for example, Fastboot mode or Orange State).