Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro with its 6-8 GB of RAM over time begins to “brake”: applications open for a long time, background processes eat resources, and the system gives notifications about the lack of RAM. The reason is not always in the “iron” – often to blame unoptimized MIUI work, background services and app cache. In this article, we will analyze 7 proven ways to clean RAM, including hidden settings that Xiaomi does not advertise.
It’s important to understand that cleaning RAM is not a panacea. If your smartphone is “laying” due to 100+ background processes or clogged storage (less than 10% of free space), first check the FAQ section at the end of the article, which contains answers to typical errors of Redmi Note 10 Pro users, which make cleaning RAM not work.
All methods in this article are tested on MIUI 14/15 (Android 12/13) and do not require root rights. But some actions (for example, disabling system applications) can lead to a failure of Google services or MIUI, we will warn you about this in advance.
1. Built-in RAM Cleanup in MIUI: What the Clean Up Button Really Does
The most obvious way is to use the built-in security utility → But few know that it not only removes the cache, but it also removes the cache:
- 🧹 Application background processes (except system processes)
- 🗑️ Temporary files from the folder /data/local/tmp
- 🔄 Stop data for quick restart of applications (this slows down their next opening!)
How to use it correctly:
- Open Settings → Applications → Security → Cleanup.
- Click Clear Memory (not to be confused with Waste Cleanup!).
- Confirm action. The system will show how much memory is freed up (usually 300-800 MB).
The disadvantage of the method: MIUI does not clean system processes (e.g. com.miui.home or com.google.android.gms), which can take up to 1-1.5 GB of RAM.
2. Manual app closure: why it doesn't always work
Many users are used to "swiping" apps in the Recent menu, thinking it frees up RAM.
- ✅ The application pauses, but remains in memory (see Settings). → Annexes → Launched).
- ❌ Some processes (such as Telegram or YouTube Music) are automatically restarted in 5-10 minutes.
How to close the application completely:
- Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Select the appropriate app (such as Facebook).
- Press Forced Stop. → OK.
Do not stop system applications named com.android. or com.miui. - this can lead to a launcher crash or sensor failure.
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To see all the running processes, type ##4636## in the dialer, then select Battery Information → RAM Use, and even hidden system services are displayed here.
3. Background Activity Disconnection: Hidden MIUI setting
The Redmi Note 10 Pro, by default, lets most apps run in the background even if you're not using them. This eats up to 1-2 GB of RAM per day.
Method 1. Through battery settings:
- Open Settings → Battery and Performance → Battery Management
- Select an application (for example, VKontakte).
- Set the Background Limitation or Strict Restrictions mode.
Method 2. Through the developer (for advanced):
- Activate Developer Mode (7 times click on the MIUI version in Settings → About Phone).
- Go to Settings → Additional → For developers.
- Find Do Not Save Actions and turn on for the right applications.
Exceptions:
Do not restrict Google Play Services (com.google.android.gms) – this will disrupt push notifications.
Messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram) in strict mode will not receive messages in real time.
What applications can be safely restricted?
4. Cleaning the cache of system applications: risks and benefits
System applications (MIUI Launcher, Security, Google Play Services) accumulate cache, which can take up to 500 MB-1 GB of RAM. its cleaning gives a temporary increase in performance, but has nuances:
| Annex | Max. Cache size. | Risk in cleaning | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| com.miui.home (Luncher) | 200-300 MB | Resetting widgets | Clean once every 2 weeks |
| com.miui.securitycenter (Security) | 150–250 MB | Resetting cleaning settings | Clean under the brakes |
| com.google.android.gms (Google Services) | 400-800 MB | Problems with notifications | Clean only when critical RAM shortages |
| com.android.systemui (System UI) | 100–150 MB | Rebooting the interface | Do not clean unnecessarily |
How to clean the cache safely:
- Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- In the upper right corner, click on three points → Show system.
- Select an app (e.g. com.miui.home) → Storage → Clear cache.
⚠️ Warning: Clearing the com.google.android.gsf cache (Google Services Framework) will result in the loss of your Google account on your device.
5.Use of ADB for deep cleaning (no root)
If standard methods do not help, you can use them. ADB-It doesn't require root, but you need to connect your smartphone to your PC.
Step-by-step:
- Download Platform Tools (ADB and Fastboot) on PC.
- Turn on USB Debugging on your phone (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → 7 times Press → Return to Additional → For Developers).
- Connect the Redmi Note 10 Pro to your PC and type in the command line:
adb shell
su -c "echo 3 > /proc/sys/vm/drop_caches" # Cleaning the RAM cache
su -c "killall -9 com.miui.home" # Launcher restart
exitWhat teams do:
- echo 3 > /proc/sys/vm/drop_caches — It releases the core cache (releases to the 1 GB RAM).
Killall -9 com.miui.home - restarts the launcher (elimines the interface lags).
⚠️ Attention: Killall Team -9 This can cause unsaved data to be lost in open applications. Close all important programs before running.
Install Platform Tools on PC
Enable debugging over USB on your phone
Connect your phone to the original cable
Close all important apps on your phone
Check that the command line displays the device (adb devices command)
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6.Alternative launchers: why they save RAM
The standard MIUI launcher (com.miui.home) consumes up to 300-500MB of RAM even in simpler times. Alternative launchers (such as Nova Launcher or Lawnchair) are better optimized and can reduce memory consumption by 15-25%.
Top.-3 launcher for Redmi Note 10 Pro:
- ⚡ Smart Launcher 6 – Automatic sorting of applications, consumption ~180 MBB.
How to install and configure:
1. Download the launcher from Google Play.
2. When you first start, select it as the default launcher.
3. In the launcher settings, turn off animations and widgets (they eat RAM).
4. Reboot the phone.
Warning: Some MIUI features (such as Super Wallpapers or Second Space) won't work with third-party launchers.
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Replacement of the launcher gives an increase in free RAM by 200-300 MB, but disables some of the branded MIUI chips (for example, dynamic wallpaper or double space).
7.Reset to factory settings: when it's the only way out
If all methods are tried, and the Redmi Note 10 Pro is still “choking” from the lack of RAM, there is a hard reset. This will delete all data, but return the smartphone to “clean” state with ~5-6 GB of free RAM (depending on the version of MIUI).
How to do the reset correctly:
- Save important data (photos, contacts, SMS) on your PC or in the cloud.
- Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
- Select Erase all data → enter the password → confirm.
- After rebooting, set your phone up as new (don’t restore the backup – it may contain “junk”!).
What to do after the discharge:
Do not install all applications at once – add 2-3 per day, watching the RAM consumption.
- Disable autoload for social networks and instant messengers (Settings → Applications → Autoboot).
Use Lite versions of apps (such as Facebook Lite or Messenger Lite).
⚠️ Attention: On the Redmi Note 10 Pro MIUI 14+ Resetting does not delete data from the folder MIUI/Extra (To clean it up, you plug your phone into your PC and manually delete the contents of this folder.