How to transfer data from Samsung to Xiaomi Redmi 9 from NFC: full guide 2026

The transition from Samsung to Xiaomi Redmi 9 is not only a brand change, but also the need to save all the important data: contacts, photos, messages and even app settings. NFC Adds nuances: For example, support for contactless payments requires proper migration of Google Pay or Mi Pay data to avoid losing your linked cards. In this article, we will analyze 5 proven methods of transfer, including proprietary utilities from Xiaomi and Samsung, cloud services and manual methods - taking into account the specifics of this model.

The main problem with this transition is the incompatibility of the backup format: Samsung uses its own Smart Switch protocol, and Xiaomi uses Mi Mover. Direct exchange between them often leads to synchronization errors, especially if Samsung has an older version of Android (below 10). NFC (version MIUI 14) and have identified optimal scenarios for different data types, e.g. transfer SMS Google Drive only works when the "Backup" function is enabled SMS" Samsung’s Settings in Advance – Few Warn About This.

1. Preparation of telephones before data transfer

Before you start migrating, you need to follow 4 mandatory steps on both devices, and skipping at least one of them can lead to data loss or a process failure.

• 📱 Update both smartphones. On Samsung, check the relevance through Settings. → Update on Redmi 9 - in Settings → The phone. → System update. MIUI Below 12.5 may not support Mi Mover.
• 🔋 Charge the batteries to at least 50%. The data transfer takes 20 minutes to 2 hours (depending on the volume), and discharging during the process will interrupt it.
• 📶 Connect to the same Wi-Fi network. Mi Mover and Smart Switch are a must. Use a 5GHz network if the data volume is greater than 10GB, which will speed up the transfer.
• 🔐 Turn off the screen lock (PIN, Some portability methods require constant confirmation of actions, which is difficult when the screen is locked.

Pay special attention to the Redmi 9 with NFC: If you plan to use contactless payments, don't delete your Google Account after the transfer, otherwise you'll have to re-link your bank cards. NFC in settings: Settings → Connection and sharing → NFC.

⚠️ Note: If Samsung has a corporate profile (e.g., through Samsung Knox), some data (work contacts, mail) may not be transferred. → Accounts. → Corporate account.

2. Method 1: Mi Mover – a proprietary solution from Xiaomi

Mi Mover is a built-in utility in Redmi 9 that is designed to transfer data from other Android devices, and it supports the transfer of contacts, messages, photos, video, audio and even some application settings.

• ✅ Pros: does not require installation of additional programs on Samsung, works on Wi-Fi Direct (fast and without Internet).
• ❌ Cons: does not tolerate applications (only their data), sometimes "loses" messages from messengers (Viber, Telegram).

Step-by-step:

1. On Redmi 9, go to Settings → The phone. → Data Transfer (Mi Mover).
2. Select “I am a new user” and follow the prompts before you arrive. QR-code.
3. Download Mi Mover from Google Play on Samsung (if it’s not in your area, use it). APK from the official Xiaomi website).
4. Open the app on Samsung, scan it. QR-code from Redmi 9 screen and confirm the connection.
5. Select data types to transfer (we recommend leaving all ticks except the "Application" - they will not be transferred anyway).
6. Wait until the process is complete. Don't interrupt the connection even if the Samsung screen goes out.

- Shut down. VPN both phones

Make sure Redmi 9 has enough memory (minimum 20% free space)

Close all background applications (especially messengers)

- Check that Samsung has enabled File Transfer Mode" (MTP) into USB-setting-->

If Mi Mover is stuck in the Preparation stage, try:

• Reboot both devices.
• Disable Adaptive Battery on Samsung (Settings) → Caring for the device → Battery → Settings → Adaptive battery).
• Use a different Wi-Fi channel (e.g. switch from 5 GHz to 2.4 GHz).

3. Method 2: Smart Switch from Samsung (reverse port)

Samsung Smart Switch is commonly used to transfer data to Samsung devices, but with some tricks it can be used to reverse the process, which is suitable if you have a lot of data in Samsung’s branded services (Notes, Health, Reminder).

Important: The Smart Switch does not support direct transfer to Xiaomi, but allows you to back up on your PC, which can then be downloaded to Redmi 9.

• 💻 Step 1: Install Smart Switch on PC (Windows or macOS).
• 📲 Step 2: Connect Samsung to your computer via USB-cable (file transfer mode).
• 🔄 Step 3: In the program, select "Backup" and mark the necessary data (contacts, messages, photos).
• 📁 Step. 4: After the copy is completed, connect Redmi 9 manually transfer files from the backup folder (usually it is in the backup folder) C:\Users\User name\Documents\Samsung\SmartSwitch\backup).

⚠️ Note: Contact files from Smart Switch are.spb format that is not readable by standard Android apps. To open them on Redmi 9, use Smart Switch Assistant (available on Google Play).

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Method 3: Transfer through Google Account (most reliable)

Google Account Sync is a universal method that works on all Android devices, ensuring that contacts, calendars, emails and settings are transferred, but full migration will require additional adjustments.

Instructions:

1. On Samsung go to Settings → Accounts and archiving → Archiving and restoration → Backup data and enable option. Make sure you are selected: Contact Application Data (including: SMS, Photos and videos (via Google Photos)

Wait for the synchronization to be completed (it can take up to several hours with a large amount of data).

Redmi 9

"Recover data"

Settings → Accounts → Google → Account Synchronization

To transfer photos and videos:

• 📸 Install Google Photos on Samsung.
• 🖥️ Enable Backup and Sync in the app settings (select Original Quality if you have unlimited cloud or enough space in your account).
• 🔄 On Redmi 9, install the same app and wait for the files to load.

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If you don’t have enough space in your Google Account, clear your Google Photos cart before transferring and delete old backups in Google Drive (drive.google.com/drive/quota).

To transfer SMS and call logs:

• On Samsung, enable backups SMS In Google Drive: Settings → Google → Backup → Backup copy SMS.
• On Redmi 9, restore data from the backup to Settings → System system → Recovery.

⚠️ Note: If Samsung used Samsung Messages (rather than the standard Android app), SMS If you do, export them manually through your Message Settings. → Export (.smb file) and import on Redmi 9 using SMS Backup & Restore.

5. Method 4: Using cloud services (Yandex Drive, Dropbox)

Cloud storage is suitable for carrying large amounts of data (photos, videos, documents), but can not cope with system settings or messages, the advantage of the method is that you do not need cables or special programs.

Step-by-step instructions for Yandex Disk:

1. On Samsung, install the Yandex Disk.
2. Upload files to the cloud: Photo/video: select folder DCIM Or Pictures. Documents: Downloads folder or Documents.

Redmi 9

Dropbox or OneDrive is similar, but there are limitations:

• 📌 Dropbox: free available only 2 GB (you will have to pay for additional space or download data in parts).
• 📌 OneDrive: Integrated with Windows, but Android can slow down when downloading large files.

Method 5: Manual transfer via cable OTG PC

If you don't have access to Wi-Fi or cloud services, you can use direct cable, which is the longest, but the most reliable method, you control every step of the way.

Option 1: Cable OTG + flash-drive

• 🔌 Buy it. OTG-Adapter (if not included in the Redmi 9).
• 💾 Connect the USB flash drive to Samsung, copy all the necessary files (folders) to it. DCIM, Downloads, Music, etc.).
• 🔄 Connect the flash drive to Redmi 9 and transfer the data to internal memory.

Option 2: PC as intermediary

1. Connect Samsung to your computer via USB (Select the File Transfer Mode (MTP)).
2. Copy all important folders on your PC (we recommend creating a separate folder, for example, Samsung_Backup).
3. Get Redmi on board. 9 and transfer the files to the appropriate folders: Photo → DCIM/Camera Music. → Music Documents → Documents

⚠️ Note: When manually transferring, do not copy the entire Android folder - this can lead to conflicts in the work of applications on Redmi 9.

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To transfer applications, use the list of installed programs from Google Play: on Redmi 9, open the Play Market → Application management → Established → Recently used on other devices, and here you can see all the Samsung apps that you can install with one tap.

7. Transfer of specific data (NFC, payments, notes)

Redmi 9 with NFC Supports contactless payments via Google Pay and Mi Pay, but for their correct operation, you need to transfer data correctly:

• 💳 Bank cards: Google Pay cards are linked to a Google Account, they will automatically appear on Redmi 9 after you sign in. Samsung Pay is not exportable. You will have to add the cards again to Mi Pay (if your bank supports this service).
• 📝 Samsung Notes: Export notes to the PDF via the application settings → Export.Redmi 9 uses Xiaomi Notes or Google Keep.
• 🎵 Music from Samsung Music: Files will be transferred like regular audio files, but playlists won't. Use Poweramp to import playlists from.m3u file.

To transfer health data from Samsung Health:

1. Export data to Settings → Data export (.zip file).
2. On Redmi 9, install Mi Health (or Google Fit) and import the file.

8. Frequent errors and their solutions

Even when you follow instructions, users have problems. TOP-5 errors and ways of correcting them:

If Redmi 9 started to slow down after the transfer:

• Clean the cache in Settings → Storage → Cleanup.
• Turn off autoloading of unnecessary apps: Settings → Annexes → Autoboot.
• Check the vacant space: for stable work MIUI You need at least 3 GB of free memory.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions