Xiaomi to get MIUI 13: Full list of models

The Chinese giant’s device owners are used to regular updates, but the release of a new version of the shell always causes a stir. MIUI 13 was a landmark release that brought not only visual changes, but also serious optimizations under the hood of the system. Many users are worried about whether the upgrade will affect their gadget, especially given that the company has stopped supporting some older models.

In this article, we will look at which Xiaomi smartphones are on the final list of recipients of the update, analyze the rollout stages, the technical features of the new firmware and answer the most common questions that arise when trying to update the device. It is important to know that the release of the update depends on the region, since the global version often comes later than the Chinese one.

If you want to stay up-to-date and not miss the point where your phone gets faster and more functional, this is a useful guide to you, and let's see if you can expect performance gains on your model.

Key innovations of the MIUI 13 shell

Before we go into the listings of devices, we need to understand why it is worth upgrading, because the new version of the operating system is based on Android 11 and Android 12, offering an improved interface and new security features, and one of the main changes was the introduction of a fraud protection system that analyzes calls and messages in real time.

The developers also focused on optimizing memory: MIUI 13 better manages background processes, which has a positive effect on battery life, visual widgets have become more interactive, and fonts have a new zoom system for better reading.

Users have noticed improvements in multimedia and gallery, editing screenshots and improved album triage, and added specific multitasking features for tablet and foldable device owners.

• 🚀 Improved performance through system core optimization and RAM.
• 🛡️ Advanced security features including fraudulent number scanner and personal data protection.
• 🎨 New design themes, live widgets and a redesigned control center.
• 🔋 Smart energy saving that adapts to the owner’s use cases.

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Before installing a major update, be sure to back up important data via Mi Cloud or to your computer to avoid losing information in the event of a crash.

First wave of updates: Flagships 2021

Traditionally, the top-end devices released in the year of the shell release or the year before are the first to get new firmware, and the flagship Mi 11 and Mix 4 series smartphones pioneered the list, with the update coming with minimal delay after the launch in China.

The Mi 11, Mi 11 Pro and Mi 11 Ultra were among the first to receive the stable version, because they have a powerful hardware that fully meets the requirements of the new system, and the Mi 11 Lite series also entered the first wave, which was a pleasant surprise for many mid-range users.

Even within the first wave, there are differences: Global firmware versions for the European and Russian markets could have been delayed by several weeks compared to Chinese ROMs, a standard practice for Xiaomi, which is related to the need for Google certification and localization of services.

Second and Third Waves: Mid-Segment and Redmi

After the flagships, the line reached the mass segment.The Redmi Note 10 series became one of the most popular devices to receive the update. This included the base model, the Pro version and a specialized 5G modification.

POCO, which is often a rebrand of Redmi, also made the second wave lists, with the POCO F3 and POCO X3 Pro performing well after the upgrade, boosting the speed of the interface, but budget model owners had to wait longer because of the need for more rigorous testing on less powerful hardware.

The third wave has embraced previous-generation devices that are still relevant in the market, including the Redmi Note 9 Pro and some Mi 10 series models. For these phones, the update is the latest major shell upgrade, making it particularly important to keep security up to date.

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi Note 9 models have a global version MIUI 13 may work less stable than the Chinese one. it is recommended to read user reviews of your specific modification before manual installation.

The mid-range updates often take months to spread, and this is due to a huge number of device modifications, and users shouldn’t panic if the neighbor’s phone already has an update and yours isn’t, which is normal for the Xiaomi ecosystem.

List of POCO devices waiting or receiving firmware

The POCO brand occupies a unique niche, offering high performance at an affordable price. Owners of these devices are often more software demanding, as they use gadgets for games and heavy tasks. MIUI 13 for POCO brought improved gaming mode and heat optimization.

The POCO F3, POCO X3 NFC, POCO X3 Pro and POCO M3 Pro are all supported devices, and the update is an important step in extending the lifecycle for these models, especially the F series, which is positioned as the flagship.

It is worth mentioning the models with MediaTek processors. Sometimes updates for them come later than for counterparts on Snapdragon, due to differences in drivers and the need for additional adaptation on the part of the chip manufacturer.

• 📱 POCO F3 — received an update one of the first in the line of the brand.
• 📱 POCO X3 Pro - upgrade improved the stability of the display and touch screen.
• 📱 POCO M3 Pro 5G — The update brought new widgets and an improved camera.
• 📱 POCO X4 Pro 5G — originally supplied with MIUI 13 or updated in the first weeks.

If you own a POCO device, you should check the update section in your settings regularly, and sometimes push notifications may not come right away and you need to manually check for a new version of the software.

How to Check and Install Update Manually

The push notification can take a long time, but you can speed it up. The standard path is through the settings menu. You need to go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version. Here is the update check button.

If the automatic check doesn't see a new version, you can try changing the region. Sometimes changing the region in the settings Additional → Region to "India" or "Indonesia" and then checking can start the download process. Remember to return your region back after you start downloading.

For advanced users, there is a method of manual installation through a firmware file. You will need to download the current version of Recovery ROM for your model from the official website. The file must have the extension.zip. After download, move it to the root of internal memory.

The path for manual update:


Settings → About Phone → (Three dots) → Select a firmware file

Once you select the file, the system will check its integrity and suggest that you reboot it. Importantly, during the installation process, the phone will be rebooted several times, and the screen may go out — that's normal, don't interrupt it.

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Manually installing firmware through the update menu (Local Update) does not require unlocking the bootloader and saves all user data, unlike a complete flashing through Fastboot.

Possible problems and solutions

Like any major upgrade, the transition to MIUI 13 can be difficult, with the most common problem being logos stuck or a cyclic bootloop, which can be due to conflicting old system files or a lack of free memory.

Another common complaint is that the battery is running out quickly in the first few days after the upgrade, and the system indexes files and optimizes applications in the background, and usually after 2-3 days of active use, the situation stabilizes and energy consumption returns to normal.

If you encounter serious errors, it is recommended to reset your settings to factory settings.Be sure to save all important data to an external medium or to the cloud before doing so, as this process will remove all information from the device.

⚠️ Warning: Do not try to interrupt the installation process, even if it seems to be 99% hung. Interrupting the recording of system files can lead to complete inoperability of the smartphone and require a difficult recovery through the service center.

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