Have you clicked “Reboot” and Xiaomi’s smartphone has been stuck on the MI logo or has been spinning animations for 10+ minutes? This problem is common on both the new Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the old Mi A1 – and the reasons can be very different, from overcrowded memory to critical firmware errors. In this article, we will analyze all possible scenarios why Xiaomi reboots for a long time, and give specific solutions for each case – from simple (cleaning the cache) to radical (flashing through Fastboot).
It's important to understand that a long restart is not always a breakdown. Sometimes the system just processes updates or restores files after a crash. But if the freezes are repeated regularly, it's a signal of system problems that can lead to a "brike" (complete failure) of the device. We collected data from official Xiaomi documentation, reports from service centers and 4PDA/Mi Community forums to provide relevant solutions for 2026, including models on HyperOS.
1 System Update: Why Xiaomi is Hanging on the Logo After Update
The most common reason for a long restart is installing software updates. After downloading a new version of MIUI or HyperOS, the phone can “think” for 5-20 minutes, especially if:
- 📥 The update weighs more than 1.5 GB (for example, switching from the MIUI 13 on HyperOS 1.0).
- 🔄 Dalvik cache resets (the system optimizes applications for the new version).
- 🔌 Battery discharged below 30% (the system forcibly slows down processes).
How do you tell a normal setup from a freezer? If you have a MI logo on the screen or a progress strip running, wait until 30 minutes. If the screen is out or the animation is frozen, it's a failure.
⚠️ Warning: Do not pull out the battery or press Power + Volume Down is early! On Snapdragon models 8 Gen 2 (for example, Xiaomi 13 Ultra: Forced reboot during an update may damage partition /system, which will require a re-flash through EDL.
If the update really does hang:
- Press the Power button + Volume up for 15-20 seconds to force the device to turn off.
- Turn your phone on in Recovery Mode (press Power + Volume Up when the phone is off).
- Select Wipe Cache Partition → Reboot.
2.Crowded memory: how cleaning speeds up reboot
If the phone has less than 1 GB of free space, the system begins to “slow down” all processes, including reboot. MIUI It's manifesting itself:
- 🐢 Hanging in the “Application Optimization” stage (can last up to 10 minutes).
- 🔄 Cyclical restart (phone switched on) → switch off → turn on).
- 📱 Error "System" UI stopped after inclusion.
Check the space available in Settings → Storage. If it is close to zero:
☑️ Cleaning Memory Before Rebooting
For deep cleaning:
- Go to Settings → About the phone → Memory.
- Click Clean (the system will prompt you to delete junk files).
- Use the built-in Security → Cleaning → Deep Cleaning.
⚠️ Attention: On models POCO F5 redmi K60 s UFS 3.1 storage can degrade when overflowing - reduces the read/write speed. Regularly leave at least 3-5 GB of free space to avoid hardware problems.
3. Application conflict: which programs slow down the load
Some applications may block the reboot process, especially if they:
- 🔒 Have administrator rights (antiviruses, password managers).
- 📱 Use accessibility services (Greenify, Tasker).
- 🔄 Start at the start of the system (messenger, launchers).
To identify the culprit:
- Download to Safe Mode (when turned on, press Volume down until the logo appears).
- If in safe mode the reboot is fast, the problem is in third-party software.
- Remove suspicious apps (start with antiviruses and optimizers).
| Annex | Problem. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Clean Master, CCleaner | Deletes critical cache files, which leads to a cyclical reboot. | Remove and use the built-in Security utility. |
| Greenify, Brevent | Block system services required for download. | Turn off hibernation for system applications. |
| Parallel Space, 2Accounts | Create virtual environments that conflict with the core of the system. | Remove the clones of the apps before rebooting. |
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If the phone freezes after installing a custom launcher (like Nova Launcher), reset its default settings via Settings → Applications → Launcher → Reset.
Hardware problems: when the "iron" is to blame
If the software methods did not help, the reason may lie in hardware malfunctions:
- 🔋 Worn-out battery: at a discharge below 15%, the power controller forcibly slows down all processes, including loading.
- 💾 Damaged flash memory: bad blocks on the eMMC/UFS This causes errors in reading system files.
- 🔌 Faulty charging connector: If the phone doesn’t get enough power, it may “get stuck” in the initialization phase.
How to diagnose:
- Battery: Check wear in Settings → Battery → Battery condition. If the capacity has dropped below 70%, replace the battery.
Memory.
- Install AIDA64 and check the health of the storage in the Storage → Disk State section.
- If there are bad blocks, contact the service (self-repair can aggravate the problem).
If the reset didn’t help or the phone didn’t load even in Recovery:
- 🔧 Try flashing your phone through Fastboot (instruction below).
- 🛠️ Contact the service center (possible problems with the bootloader or NAND-memory).
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Resetting to factory settings only removes user data. System files (firmware, kernel) remain intact. If there was a problem in them, resetting will not help.
6.Fastboot flashing: extreme measures
If the phone doesn't turn on at all or only loads in Fastboot Mode, you'll need to flash it back.
- 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB/Fastboot.
- 🔗 Official firmware for your model (download from Xiaomi website).
- 🔌 Original. USB-cable (better from the set).