How to transfer data from Xiaomi to Samsung Galaxy: 5 proven ways

The transition from Xiaomi to Samsung Galaxy is not just about brand change, but also about migrating all the important data: contacts, photos, messages, even app settings. Many users fear losing information or spending hours manually transferring files. In fact, the process can be automated without requiring deep technical knowledge.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to transfer data between devices: from standard Samsung Smart Switch tools to cloud services and manual copying. We will focus on common errors that can lead to data loss and give recommendations for optimizing the process. USB-cable transfer speeds 10 times faster than Wi-Fi? or that some Xiaomi models block access to system folders without additional settings?

Whether you are switching from Redmi Note 12 to Galaxy S23 Ultra or with POCO X5 Galaxy A54, The instructions below are suitable for any combination, the main thing is to prepare both devices correctly and choose the method that suits your tasks.

1. Preparation of devices before data transfer

Before migrating, there are a few critical steps that need to be taken, and ignoring them can lead to data loss, slowing down the process, or even crashing a new phone.

Start with Xiaomi:

• 🔋 Charge the battery to at least 50% when transferring a large amount of data (for example, 100).+ GB photos) the device should not be turned off.
• 📁 Free up space in memory: delete unnecessary files or transfer them to a memory card / PC. Smart Switch can refuse to work if Xiaomi has less than 10% of free space.
• 🔒 Turn off the screen lock (PIN, pattern lock) for transfer time – some methods require unlocked device.
• 📡 Connect to a stable Wi-Fi network (if you plan to wirelessly transfer) Mobile Internet is not suitable due to traffic restrictions.

Now prepare the Samsung Galaxy:

• 📱 Reset the phone to factory settings (if it's new or has already been used) and remove any conflicts with the previous owner's data. → General management → Reset → Data resetting.
• 🔄 Update the firmware to the latest version: Settings → Update of the PO → Download and install.Older versions of Android may not support new Smart Switch features.
• 📦 Make sure there is enough space on the device for the data to be received, for example, if you are porting 64 GB of files, the Galaxy should have at least 70-80 GB of free space (including service files).

⚠️ Note: If the application protection function is enabled on Xiaomi (in Settings) → Annexes → Permits → Special access, disable it. It can block Smart Switch access to messages and call logs.

2. Method 1: Smart Switch from Samsung (recommended method)

Samsung Smart Switch is the official data migration app that supports portability from Xiaomi, Huawei, iPhone and other brands.

• 📞 Contacts, call log, SMS/MMS
• 📸 Photos, videos, music, documents
• 📱 System settings (wallpaper, sounds, Wi-Fi networks)
• 🎮 Some application data (such as WhatsApp, Telegram)

There are two ways to use Smart Switch:

Option A: Transfer of the USB-cable (fastest cable)

You'll need a cable. USB-C — USB-C (Or adapter, if you have a microUSB connector on Xiaomi:

1. Install Smart Switch on Xiaomi and Samsung.
2. Connect both phones with cable. On Samsung, select Get Data → Android.
3. On Xiaomi, allow access to files (a request will appear for the file). USB-debugging -- agree).
4. Select data types to transfer and click Transfer.

Option B: Wireless transfer (over Wi-Fi)

Suitable if there is no cable, but the speed will be lower (about 5-10 MB / s vs 40-50 MB / s). USB).

1. On Samsung, launch Smart Switch and select Wireless.
2. On Xiaomi in the same app, click Send Data.
3. Connect to the access point created by Samsung (password will appear on the screen).
4. Select the files and wait until they are completed.

⚠️ Note: If the Smart Switch does not see Xiaomi USB, Check the developer settings: turn on debugging by USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Press 7 times, then return to the Additional Settings → For developers).

Install the app on both phones

Charge devices to 50%+

Make room for Samsung

Disable screen locking on Xiaomi

Connect to Wi-Fi (for wireless method)-->

Method 3: Transfer through Google Account (for contacts, calendar, notes)

If you only need to migrate contacts, calendar events, Google Keep notes or email, syncing through Google Account is the easiest way. It doesn't require installing additional apps and works even on older models.

Instructions:

1. On Xiaomi go to Settings → Accounts → Google.
2. Select your account and enable sync for the data you need (contacts, calendar, etc.).
3. Wait for the synchronization to be completed (check in Settings). → The phone. → Status of Google account).
4. On Samsung, add the same Google Account (Settings) → Accounts and archiving → Account management) and enable synchronization.

Advantages of the method:

• ⚡ Quick (synchronization takes a few minutes).
• 🔄 Automatic update: new contacts on Xiaomi will appear on Samsung.
• 🌐 It works without connecting phones to each other.

Limitations:

• 🚫 Does not carry photos, videos, messages or applications.
• 📶 Requires a stable Internet (synchronization goes through Google servers).
• 🔒 Some data (e.g., some data, SMS) They are not automatically synchronized.

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If contacts are not synced, check if they are duplicated in Mi Accounts or if they are not synced. SIM-Remove duplicates manually or using Contacts Optimizer.

4. Method 3: Cloud services (Google Drive, Mi Cloud, Samsung Cloud)

Cloud storage is easy to transfer photos, videos, documents and backups, and the main advantage is that you can download files to Samsung anytime, even a few days after you buy them.

Google Drive

Suitable for backup of most data:

1. On Xiaomi, install Google Drive.
2. Download files manually or back up through Settings → System system → Backup.
3. On Samsung, log in to the same account and download files.

Mi Cloud (for Xiaomi owners)

Mi Cloud automatically saves:

• 📞 Contacts, SMS, callbook
• 📸 Photo and video (if autoload is enabled)
• 📱 Settings and notes

To move the data:

1. On Xiaomi, check that the backup is created (Settings) → Mi Account → Mi Cloud → Backup).
2. On Samsung, open your browser, go to i.mi.com and download the archive.

Samsung Cloud

Useful if you've used Samsung devices before, it allows you to recover data from an old backup:

1. On Samsung, go to Settings → Accounts and Archiving → Samsung Cloud.
2. Recover data from available backups.

⚠️ Note: If you use Mi Cloud to transfer photos, please note that the service compresses images when you upload. To maintain original quality, download the archive via PC and then transfer to Samsung.

5. Method 4: Manual file transfer (via PC or PC) OTG)

If you need to migrate sample files (such as just photos from the last year or specific documents), the manual method is the most reliable, and it is also useful if the automatic tools do not work due to incompatibility.

Option A: Computer-assisted (Windows/macOS)

1. Connect Xiaomi to your PC via USB-cable.
2. Select File Transfer (MTP) mode on your phone.
3. Copy the folders you need (DCIM for photos, Downloads for downloads, etc.) to your computer.
4. Connect Samsung and transfer the files back.

Option B: Through OTG-cable

If you have OTG-cable USB-C → USB-A), You can connect a flash drive or an external disk:

1. Copy the data from Xiaomi to the flash drive.
2. Connect the flash drive to Samsung and transfer the files.

Advantages of the manual method:

• 🎯 Full control over the data transferred.
• 🚀 There are no limits on the size of the storage device (except for the size of the storage device).
• 🛡️ Minimum risk of data loss.

Disadvantages:

• ⏳ It takes more time.
• 🖥️ Requires a PC or OTG-cable.

Method 5: Transfer of messages and call logs (specialized applications)

Standard methods (such as Smart Switch) are not always correctly transferred. SMS, Call history or messaging, and you'll need specialized tools to do that.

Transfer SMS and call magazine

Use the SMS Backup & Restore app:

1. Install it on Xiaomi and create a backup.
2. Save the file to Google Drive or copy it to your PC.
3. Install the same app on Samsung and recover the data.

WhatsApp chat transfers

WhatsApp does not support cross-platform portability (from Android to Android of another brand), but there is a workaround:

1. On Xiaomi, make a backup of chats: Settings → chat → Backup copy.
2. Copy /sdcard/WhatsApp/Databases folder on your PC.
3. Install WhatsApp on Samsung, log in and wait for the offer to restore chats.

⚠️ Note: If you use WhatsApp Business, backups are not compatible with the regular version of WhatsApp.

Telegram Delay

Telegram syncs messages through the cloud, so it is enough:

1. Sign in to Samsung with the same number.
2. Wait for the story to load (may take time with a large volume).

7. Frequent errors and their solutions

Even when following instructions, users face problems.-5 errors and ways of correcting them:

Critical information: If you are migrating data from Xiaomi to Samsung via Smart Switch, never interrupt the process during the Data Optimization phase – this could damage the file system on the new device.

8.Samsung Optimization After Data Transfer

After a successful migration, it is recommended to follow several steps to make the Samsung Galaxy work as efficiently as possible:

• 🧹 Clear the app cache: Settings → Annexes → Select an application → Memory. → Clear the cache.
• 🔄 Update all apps via Galaxy Store or Google Play.
• 📁 Transfer the photo and video to a memory card (if any) to free up internal memory.
• 🔋 Calibrate the battery: discharge the phone to 0%, then charge to 100% without interruptions.

It's also worth setting up:

• 🔔 Samsung has more flexible settings than MIUI. Go to Settings. → Notifications and turn off unnecessary alerts.
• 🌙 Dark theme: Include it in Settings → Screen. → Dark mode for saving charge (on the AMOLED-screen).
• 🔒 Security: Set up Samsung Knox and scan for viruses (Settings) → Biometrics and safety).

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After transferring the data, be sure to check the permissions for the applications on Samsung. Some programs (such as WhatsApp or Galery) may not have access to the files, which will lead to errors.

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