Xiaomi phone is rebooted for a long time: reasons and solutions

Did you hit the reboot button on your Xiaomi, and the screen hung on the MI logo or spinning indicator? Minutes last like a clock and the smartphone never turns on? This problem is familiar to many owners of Redmi, POCO and Mi devices — from the budget Redmi Note 10 to the flagship Xiaomi 13 Ultra. A long reboot does not always mean a breakage: in 80% of cases, software failures that can be fixed on their own are to blame.

In this article, we will look at all possible causes, from overcrowded cache to damaged firmware, and give step-by-step instructions for troubleshooting, and learn how to distinguish a harmless glitch from a serious breakdown when you need to go to a service center and when data cleanup is enough.

Warning: If the phone doesn’t respond to buttons for more than 20 minutes, don’t try to remove the battery by force, it could damage the plumes.

1.Why does Xiaomi take so long to hang on the logo when rebooting?

Long loading (more than 5-10 minutes) is a signal that the system cannot properly initialize components.

📱 Cache overflow: temporary application files and systems take up critically much space, interfering with booting.
🔄 Interrupted Software Update: If the firmware is not fully updated (for example, due to a discharged battery), the phone may loop in the phase of checking the integrity of files.
🛠️ Damaged firmware: viruses, incorrect root or custom recavery installation (for example, TWRP) often lead to failures of the loader.
🔋 Battery discharge: If the charge is below 15%, the power controller can block the OS from starting to avoid data damage.
💽️ Problems with internal storage: wear and tear of flash memory (especially on older models like Redmi) 4X) Bad Sectors Slow Down System Files.

In the models with AMOLED-screens (for example, Xiaomi 12 Pro or POCO F4) Long loading is sometimes accompanied by a flicker of the display, which may indicate a failure in the screen driver, which blocks further initialization of the system.

⚠️ Warning: if the phone is restarted in a cycle (turns on) → switch off → - again switched on, do not attempt to install the update over the air!

📊 What kind of Xiaomi model do you have?

Redmi Note (anything)

POCO (anything)

Mi (flagship)

Black Shark

other

2.First actions: Forced reboot and battery check

Before you start complex manipulations, follow the basic steps:

Forced Reb: Press the power button for 15-20 seconds. Some models (e.g. Redmi 9A) require the power + volume up.
Charge check: connect your phone to the original RAM for 30 minutes, even if the indicator is not on. Use a Quick Charge cable (for models with Snapdragon) or MediaTek Pump Express.
Button diagnostics: make sure that physical buttons don't stick. On IP53 models (like the Redmi Note 11 Pro), moisture can block contacts.

If the phone is turned on after a forced reboot but is unstable (lacks, spontaneously restarts), move on to clearing the cache. If the screen remains black or the logo burns, read on.

Make sure the cable and charging are in good working order |

Try another charger (minimum 18W)|

Check if the phone is heating up (over 45).°C)|

Disable all peripheral devices (earphones, memory cards)

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3.Cache clearing via Recovery Mode

The most effective way to eliminate logo getting stuck is to reset /cache and Dalvik-cache partition cache.This won't delete your data, but requires you to enter recovery mode.

Instructions for all Xiaomi models:

Turn off your phone (forced if it doesn’t respond).
Press Power + Volume up for 10 seconds until the Mi Recovery logo appears.
Select the language (volume buttons) and confirm the choice with the power button.
Go to Wipe & Reset → Wipe Cache.
Confirm the action and wait until the completion (usually 1-3 minutes).
Go back to the main menu and select Reboot → Reboot to System.

On models with MediaTek (like the Redmi 10C or POCO M4 Pro), the path may be different: instead of Wipe Cache, look for Advanced → Wipe Dalvik Cache. After cleaning, the first download can take up to 10 minutes - that's okay.

What happens if the Recovery Mode does not open?

If the button combination doesn’t work, try: 1. Connect your phone to your PC and use the adb reboot recovery command (it requires onboard debugging). USB). 2.For models with unlocked bootloader: boot to Fastboot (Power) + Volume down) and command fastboot reboot recovery. 3. On some devices (e.g. Black Shark 5) to enter the recavery, you need to hold power. + Loudness up + Loudness down at the same time.

4. reset to factory settings (Hard Reset)

If cleaning the cache doesn't work, the next step is a complete reset, which will delete all the data, but it will return the phone to working condition. SIM-cards, if they are installed.

Step-by-step:

Enter Recovery Mode (see previous section).
Choose Wipe & Reset → Wipe All Data (or Factory Reset).
Confirm action. Some firmware will require you to enter a password from Mi Account.
After reset, select Reboot to System.

Phones with MIUI 13/14 may request Xiaomi account linking after reset. If you don't remember login details, use the official site to restore access. Android 12+ models (such as Xiaomi 12T) may require SMS confirmation.

⚠️ Warning: After Hard Reset, Factory Reset Protection is activated on some devices (FRP). If you don’t remember the Google account that was linked to your phone, it’s hard to unlock it!

Xiaomi model	Time to reset	Is a Mi Account required?	FRP-locking
Redmi Note 11	3-5 minutes	Yes.	Yes (if there was a Google account)
POCO X4 Pro	2-4 minutes	No.	Yes.
Xiaomi 13 Lite	4-7 minutes	Yes.	Yes.
Redmi 9A	2-3 minutes	No.	No.

5. Flashing through Fastboot (for power users)

If the phone still doesn't turn on or loads into a loop, there's a Fastboot option, which is suitable for devices with an unlocked bootloader. Warning: Incorrect firmware can turn the phone into a brick!

What you need:

🖥️ Computer with drivers installed ADB/Fastboot and Mi Flash Tool.
🔌 Original. USB-cable (preferably from the set).
📄 Firmware for your model (download from the official website).

Instructions:

Unpack the firmware in a folder without Cyrillic characters (for example, C:\MIUI\).
Download your phone to Fastboot: Hold Power + Volume down 10 seconds.
Connect your phone to your PC. The Android Bootloader Interface should appear in the Device Manager.
Open the Mi Flash Tool, select the firmware folder, and press Refresh. The device must be determined.
At the bottom, select Clean All (total clean) or Save User Data (to save data).
Press Flash and wait until it is completed (10-15 minutes).

Once you've done the firmware, the phone will automatically restart. It can take up to 15 minutes to boot up -- don't interrupt the process! If you have an anti-rollback error, you're trying to install an older version of MIUI than the one before, in which case, download a newer firmware.

fastboot getvar anti

If the value is higher than 3, install only firmware marked ARB v4+.

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6.Iron problems: when you need help from the service

If all software methods have been tried and the phone still doesn't turn on, the problem could be hardware.

🔥 Overheating: The phone is heated over 50°C even when off (check the temperature of the back side).
💥 Bloated battery: case deformed, screen raised. Dangerous! Don't try to turn on the device.
💾 Damaged memory: When connected to a PC, the phone is not even detected in Fastboot (check in Device Manager).
🌊 Liquid intake: on the display, see the swelling, moisture indicator (usually under the tray) SIM) blush.

On models with LPDDR5 (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro), the malfunction of RAM can manifest as an endless reboot with a flickering screen.

⚠️ Warning: If the phone falls from a height or is hit hard, it is possible to damage the motherboard, in which case repairs can cost up to 70% of the price of the new device.

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If the phone doesn't respond to charging, buttons and PCs, it's likely the power controller or battery is the problem. Self-repair is impossible, so soldering equipment is required.

7.Prevention: How to avoid long reboots in the future

To minimize the risk of repeated failures, follow these guidelines:

📉 Keep an eye on the space: leave at least 10% of the memory free. Use the built-in analyzer in Settings → Memory.
🔄 Regularly update the software: install updates MIUI through settings → System Update: On Android 13 models+ Monthly security patches available.
🛡️ Turn off the autoload of applications: go to Settings → Annexes → Auto-start and disable unnecessary programs.
🔋 Use original RAM: Cheap charging can damage the power controller, leading to boot failures.

On the phones with AMOLED-screens (e.g., screens, POCO F5) Avoid using live wallpaper and animations – they increase the load on the body. GPU, It is also recommended to turn off the Always On Display function if it is not in use.

📊 How often do you update your firmware on Xiaomi?

Right after you leave.

Every 2 to 3 months

Only if there's a problem.

Never.

Frequently asked questions

My Xiaomi got stuck on the logo after the update.

If the update is interrupted, try: Forced to restart the phone (hold power for 20 seconds); Clear the cache via Recovery Mode (see section 3); If it doesn't help, perform a factory reset (section 4). If the phone requires a Mi Account password after reset, restore access through the official website.

The phone reboots in a loop (on and off). How do you stop it?

Cyclical reboot is usually associated with damage to the /system partition. Try: Boot into the Fastboot and reflash the phone through the Mi Flash Tool (section 5). If the firmware does not help, check the battery (perhaps it will discharge to a critical level and cause a reset). On models with MediaTek (for example, Redmi 10A), a cyclical reboot can be caused by a malfunction in the Preloader. In this case, only soldering of the memory chip will help.

Once reset, the phone requires an old Google account. How do you get around FRP?

Factory Reset Protection (FRP) Xiaomi is possible, but requires technical skills. Ways: Use Mi Account to unlock (if the phone is tied to a Xiaomi account). For Android models 10-12: connect the phone to a PC and use utilities like FRP Bypass Tool (risky!) Contact the service center with proof of ownership (check, box). FRP This may violate Google’s security policy and may be blocked again after the update.

Can I recover data after a Hard Reset?

Yes, but only if: You backed up through Settings → Additional → Backup. Used Mi Cloud to sync contacts and photos. You had root access and installed an app like Titanium Backup. If there is no backup, you can try to extract the data through ADB (if the phone is turned on somehow) or with specialized programs like Dr.Fone (for phones with an unlocked bootloader).

How much does it cost to repair your phone if it doesn’t turn on because of iron?

Cost depends on the problem: Type of breakdown Cost (ruble) Repair Battery replacement 1,500-3 000 1-2 hours Repair of the power controller 3000-8 000 2-3 days Forging flash memory 5,000-15,000 3-5 days Replacement of the motherboard 10,000-25,000 5-7 days Prices are relevant for Moscow and St. Petersburg (2026). In the regions, the cost may vary by 20-30%.