How to transfer all data from Samsung to Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro: 5 proven ways

Contents

• Preparation for transfer: what to do before the start
• Method 1: Mi Mover – the official solution from Xiaomi
• Method 2: Smart Switch (if Mi Mover is not working)
• Method 3: Transfer over Google Drive (for contacts, photos, notes)
• Method 4: Cable + PC (for full backup)
• Method 5: Wireless transfer without computer
• Typical Problems and How to Solve Them
• FAQ: Frequent questions about data transfer

The switch from Samsung to Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro is not just about changing the brand, but also migrating all personal data, from contacts to call history. Many users are afraid of losing important information or spending hours manually transferring files. In fact, the process can be done in 15 to 40 minutes if you choose the right method.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods of data transfer – from official utilities (Mi Mover, Smart Switch) to backup through Google Account and PC. MIUI and workarounds for problem cases (for example, if smartphones can not see each other via Wi-Fi Direct).

⚠️ Before you start the transfer, check that Xiaomi has the latest version installed. MIUI. In the old firmware (below) MIUI 12) Mi Mover may not be supported for Android 11 devices+.

Preparation for transfer: what to do before the start

Transferring data from Samsung to Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro requires pre-prepared both devices, and skipping this stage, you risk synchronization errors or losing some files.

Let's start with Samsung:

• 🔋 Charging at least 50%. Transfer can take up to an hour, especially if you're talking about tens of gigabytes of photos and videos.
• 📱 Software Update. Check for updates in Settings → Samsung must have at least Android 9 (Pie) installed, otherwise the Smart Switch may not support some features.
• 🔒 Turn off the screen lock (PIN, Some utilities (e.g. Mi Mover) require an unlocked device to create a connection.
• 🗑️ Clear the cache. Delete unnecessary files in Settings → Caring for the device → Memory to reduce the amount of data transferred.

Now prepare the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro:

• 📦 Reset to factory settings (optional) If the smartphone is new, you can skip this step. If it already has data, you better reset to Settings. → The phone. → Resetting settings to avoid conflicts when transferring.
• 🌐 Connect to Wi-Fi. Mi Mover and cloud services need a stable Internet connection.
• 🔄 Turn on the debugging. USB (If you plan to use a PC, go to Settings for this. → The phone. → Version. MIUI (Press 7 times, then in Settings. → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB.

💡 Tip: If Samsung has apps that aren’t on Google Play (such as Samsung’s proprietary utilities), download them in advance. APK-files from APKPure or APKMirror, which can be installed manually after transfer.

Charge both smartphones to 50%+

Update the software on Samsung and Xiaomi

Disable screen locking on Samsung

Connect Xiaomi to Wi-Fi

Download the backups APK Samsung branded applications (optional)-->

Method 1: Mi Mover – the official solution from Xiaomi

Mi Mover is a built-in utility in the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro, designed to transfer data from other Android devices. It supports contact, message, photo, video, music and even some settings. The main advantage is that you do not need a PC or cloud.

📌 How it works: It creates a direct Wi-Fi network between devices and transmits data via Wi-Fi Direct. The speed depends on the Samsung model, but averages 5-10 MB / s.

Step-by-step:

1. On Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro go to Settings → The phone. → Data Transfer (Mi Mover).
2. Select I am a new user → Android.
3. On Samsung, download the Mi Mover app from Google Play.
4. Launch the app on Samsung and select Send Data.
5. On Xiaomi, click Get Data and Wait for Appearance QR-code.
6. Scan it. QR-code from the screen Xiaomi camera Samsung.
7. Select data types for transfer (contacts, messages, multimedia) and confirm the start of transfer.

⚠️ Warning: If the Mi Mover can't see the device, check it out:

• 🔄 Both smartphones have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled.
• 📵 Samsung has power saving mode turned off (it can block background data transmission).
• 🔒 Xiaomi in the settings of Wi-Fi Direct allowed to connect new devices.

Critical feature: Mi Mover does not carry applications and their data (for example, save in games or set up messengers).

Method 2: Smart Switch (if Mi Mover is not working)

Samsung Smart Switch is a proprietary data portability utility, but it also supports devices from other brands, including Xiaomi, the main advantage of which is to preserve the folder structure and photo metadata (date of shooting, geotags).

📌 Limitations:

• Not all Xiaomi models are officially supported (but the Redmi Note 10 Pro is on the compatible list).
• Some system settings (for example, wallpaper or sound profiles) are not portable.

Instructions:

1. Download Smart Switch on Samsung and Xiaomi.

⚠️ Note: if you use a cable, make sure it supports data transmission (not all charging cables are suitable). USB-C → USB-C.

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If the Smart Switch doesn’t see Xiaomi over Wi-Fi, try connecting via the hotspot. On Samsung, turn on modem mode, and on Xiaomi, connect to that network and try again.

Method 3: Transfer over Google Drive (for contacts, photos, notes)

If you have a Google Account synced with Samsung, you can migrate most of the data without additional utilities, which is suitable for contacts, calendars, photos (via Google Photos) and some app settings.

📌 Advantages:

• 🌐 No physical connection of devices is required.
• 🔄 Data is automatically updated on Xiaomi after logging in to your account.
• 📁 Photos and videos are saved in original quality (unless compression is enabled in Google Photos).

Step-by-step:

1. On Samsung, check that sync is enabled: Contacts: Settings → Accounts and archiving → Account management → Google → Contact synchronization Photo: Open Google Photos → Settings → Backup and sync. Calendar and notes: similar in Google Account settings.

Google Drive

Google Photo

Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro

Google Account

Settings → Accounts → Google

Google Photo

⚠️ Note: If Samsung used proprietary apps (such as Samsung Notes or Samsung Calendar), their data is not synchronized with Google:

• Export notes to.csv or.zip through the app menu.
• Transfer the file to Xiaomi and import it to a similar app (such as Mi Notes or Google Keep).

The limitations of Google Drive:

• 📧 Free tariff - 15 GB (may not be enough for a large number of photos / videos).
• ⏳ Synchronizing large files takes time (depending on internet speed).
• 🔄 Not all application settings are portable (e.g., call history or SMS).

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Google Drive is the most reliable way to transfer contacts and photos, but it is not suitable for messages, call logs and applications.

Method 4: Cable + PC (for full backup)

If you need to migrate all the data without exception (including game saves, application settings, and system files), the best option is to use a computer. This method takes longer, but guarantees 100% control over the process.

📌 What's needed:

• 🖥️ PC or laptop Windows/macOS.
• 🔌 Cable USB-C → USB-A (MicroUSB adapter if Samsung has an old connector).
• 📂 Software: Samsung Smart Switch for PC (optional) or any file manager (e.g. Total Commander).

Instructions:

1. Connect Samsung to your PC and allow access to files (the phone will have a request).
2. Copy all important folders from internal memory: DCIM (Downloads (downloads), WhatsApp or Telegram (backups of chats). Android/data (Save games and applications – root rights will be required for full access).

Samsung

Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro

Xiaomi

Google Play

💡 Advice for games: if you need to move saves (for example, in Genshin Impact or in the game). PUBG Mobile, use it:

• 🎮 Built-in sync via game account (e.g. MiHoYo Account for Genshin).
• 📁 Manual transfer of files from /Android/data/[title of the game (root or ADB).

⚠️ Attention: when copying the folder Android/data without root rights, some files may not be available. ADB:

adb pull /sdcard/Android/data/ C:\Backup\Android_data


adb push C:\Backup\Android_data /sdcard/Android/data/

Method 5: Wireless transfer without computer

If you don't have a cable or a PC, you can do it wirelessly, and let's look at two options: Bluetooth (for small files) and Bluetooth (for small files). FTP-server (for large data).

📌 Option 1: Bluetooth (up to 50 MB)

• ⚡ Suitable for contacts, small photos or documents.
• ⏳ Speed. ~1 MB/s (slower than Wi-Fi 10 times).

How to move:

1. On both phones, turn on Bluetooth and make them visible.
2. On Samsung, select files to send (for example, in the Gallery, click Share). → Bluetooth).
3. Confirm acceptance on Xiaomi.

📌 Option 2: FTP-server (for large files)

If you need to transfer gigabytes of data without a cable, set up FTP-server:

1. Install the WiFi FTP Server application.
2. Start the server and write down the address (e.g. ftp://192.168.1.100:2221).
3. On Xiaomi, install a file manager with support FTP (For example, Solid Explorer).
4. Connect to the Samsung server and copy the files.

⚠️ Attention: when used FTP Both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. If there is no router, turn on the access point on Samsung and connect Xiaomi to it.

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To accelerate transmission by FTP Turn off power saving mode on Samsung and install the application in the exception of battery optimization.

Typical Problems and How to Solve Them

Even if you follow the instructions, you can have errors, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

💡 Additional advice:

• 🔄 If photos are not displayed after transferring to Xiaomi, check the folder DCIM/.thumbnails — Sometimes the miniatures are cached with a delay.
• 📵 If contacts are missing, check that the settings of Google Account on Xiaomi include contact synchronization.
• 🔋 After transferring large files, reboot Xiaomi – this will speed up the indexing of new data.

⚠️ Note: If you are transferring data from Samsung to Xiaomi via Smart Switch and see an error called “Incompatible Device”, try it:

1. Install an older version of the Smart Switch (e.g. 3.7.22.1) on Xiaomi.
2. Use Smart Switch for PC as a mediator.
3. Manually copy the data through FTP cable.

FAQ: Frequent questions about data transfer