When you buy a Xiaomi smartphone, one of the key questions is how long will the manufacturer release security updates and new versions of MIUI or HyperOS. Official statements of the brand often contradict real practice: flagship models receive support longer than budget, and some lines suddenly lose updates ahead of the promised deadline. In this article, we will understand how much Xiaomi actually supports their phones, analyze data on different series (from Redmi to MIX) and compare with competitors.
It's important to understand that the support life depends not only on the company's policies, but also on the chipset, the region of sales and even the popularity of the model. For example, the Poco F5 in India can receive updates longer than in Europe, and the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ can lose support earlier due to a weak processor. We collected current data for 2026, including information on the transition to HyperOS and changes in update policies after the sanctions against Qualcomm and Google in China.
Xiaomi’s official policy: what the manufacturer promises
From 2021, Xiaomi has publicly announced the standard support timeline:
- 📱 Flagship Series (Xiaomi) 13/14, MIX Fold, Ultra) — 4 the year of security updates and 3 major Android update.
- 💰 Mid-segment (Redmi) K60, Poco F5) — 3 years of security and 2 versions of Android.
- 📉 Budget models (Redmi Note 12, Redmi) A2) — 2 years of security and 1 Android update (if lucky).
But in practice, those promises aren’t always met: For example, Xiaomi 11T Pro (2021) got Android 13, but the upgrade to Android 14 never came out — despite the fact that the model was a flagship segment. And the Redmi Note 10 Pro (2021) still gets security patches, although logically it should have been left without support in 2023.
⚠️ Note: Since 2023, Xiaomi has begun to divide updates into two branches - global (Global) ROM) and Chinese (China) ROM). Support for Chinese firmware may be shorter due to restrictions on Google Mobile Services (GMS).
Another nuance is the transition to HyperOS, which was supposed to unify support (replacing MIUI), but for now updates are chaotic, for example, Xiaomi 13 Ultra received HyperOS in December 2023, and Redmi Note 12 Pro+ – only in March 2026.
Real support timeline: data by model (table)
To understand how much Xiaomi actually supports its phones, we analyzed the update history for popular models. The table below is the actual timeline (as of June 2026):
| Model (year of issue) | Promised deadline | Actual time limit | The latest version of Android | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 12 Pro (2022) | 4 years of security, 3 Android | 2.5 years (bye) | Android 14 (HyperOS) | Updates are coming out, but with delays |
| Redmi Note 11 Pro+ (2022) | 3 years of security, 2 Android | 2 years | Android 13 | Support terminated in March 2026 |
| Poco F4 GT (2022) | 3 years of security, 2 Android | 2.5 years (bye) | Android 14 | One of the rare exceptions is the HyperOS. |
| Xiaomi Mi 11 (2021) | 4 years of security, 3 Android | 3 years | Android 13 | Android 14 is not released despite the promises |
| Redmi 10 (2021) | 2 years of security, 1 Android | 1.5 years | Android 12 | Support terminated in 2023 |
Xiaomi often fails to deliver on its promises, especially on budget models — for example, Redmi 10 lost support six months ahead of schedule, and on the other hand, some flagships (for example, Xiaomi 12 Pro) continue to receive updates, albeit with delays.
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If your Xiaomi smartphone stopped receiving updates early, check the firmware region. Sometimes global versions are supported longer than Chinese. Change region through Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (tap 10 times on the logo).
Why Xiaomi is cutting support: 5 key reasons
The timing of the updates depends not only on the manufacturer’s goodwill, but also on external factors, and here are the main reasons why Xiaomi may stop support ahead of time:
- 🔧 Outdated chipset. models on Qualcomm Snapdragon 7xx Or MediaTek Helio G often loses support faster as CPU manufacturers stop providing drivers. 720G received the last update in 2022, although it was released in 2020.
- 🌍 In China, Xiaomi can support models longer because of the lack of Google Services, but global versions sometimes go without updates. For example, Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra in China received Android 13, but the global version does not.
- 📉 If the model sold poorly, the manufacturer doesn't see the point in spending resources to support it. X3 NFC — Despite the popularity, the updates stopped after 2 years.
- 🔄 Change of shell, transition from MIUI HyperOS has led to chaos: some models received a new firmware with a delay of six months (for example, Redmi). K50 Gaming).
- 🚫 Sanctions and political factors: Due to Google’s restrictions in China, some models (such as the Xiaomi Civi 3) are not getting global updates.
⚠️ Note: If your Xiaomi smartphone has stopped receiving updates, but still runs on Android 11 or older, it can be transferred to custom firmware (for example, LineageOS or Pixel Experience.
Comparison with competitors: Samsung, Google, OnePlus
To gauge how much Xiaomi is lagging (or outpacing) its competitors, compare its update policy to other brands:
- 📱 Samsung: 4 The year of major Android updates and 5 years of security patches for flagships (e.g., Galaxy) S22). Budget models (Galaxy A) are available 2-3 year-end.
- 🤖 Google: 5 years of updates for Pixel 6 and newer, 3 years for older models.
- ⚡ OnePlus: 4 years for flagships (OnePlus 11) and 3 years for mid-segment. used to support longer, but after the merger with Oppo, the timeframes were reduced.
- 🍎 Apple: 5-6 Years of iPhone updates (e.g. iPhone) 6s 2015 year-end 15 into 2021). The absolute leader in the duration of support.
As you can see, Xiaomi loses to Samsung and Google in terms of timing, but bypasses OnePlus in the budget segment. The main difference is unpredictability: competitors have update schedules published in advance, and Xiaomi often changes on the go.
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If you want long-term support, choose Xiaomi’s flagship models (Xiaomi 13/14 or MIX series) – they get updates longer than the budget Redmi and Poco.
How to check how many more updates will be available for your Xiaomi
To find out when your smartphone will lose support, follow this instruction:
- Go to Settings → About the phone → System update.
- Check out the current version of MIUI/HyperOS and the date of the last update.
- Compare it to the official update list (select your model).
- If the last update was released more than 6 months ago, support is likely terminated.
Third-party services can also be used:
- 🔍 XDA Developers – a forum where unofficial data on the terms of support are published.
- 📊 MIUI Updates Tracker (Telegram channel) – tracks the release of new firmware.
- 🤖 AIDA64 (appendix) – shows the firmware assembly date and the kernel version.
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How to prolong the life of a Xiaomi phone after the end of support
If your smartphone is no longer getting updates, it doesn't mean it's time to throw it away. Here are a few ways to extend its life:
- 🛡️ Install an alternative launcher (like Nova Launcher or Lawnchair) to get rid of the brakes MIUI.
- 🔄 Go to LineageOS, Pixel Experience, and unlock the bootloader via fastboot oem unlock.
- 📱 Use lightweight apps (e.g. Bromite instead of Chrome, Simple Gallery instead of Google Photos).
- 🔋 Replace the battery — it can return the performance to the original level. the cost of replacement for Xiaomi — from 1,500 to 3,000 rubles.
⚠️ Note: Install custom firmware on models with MediaTek (for example, Redmi Note 11 on Helio) G96) It's fraught with "brique" (complete loss of performance). XDA Developers.
If you’re not prepared for the risks, you can simply reset your phone to factory settings (Settings → Additional → Recovery and Reset) – this often eliminates the lags caused by years of use.