How to check free RAM on Xiaomi: all ways

RAM is one of the key components of a smartphone that drives performance. On Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO devices, free RAM can have a significant impact on performance, especially if you're using resource-intensive apps or games. But how do you know how much memory is available right now?

In this article, we will look at all the current ways to check free RAM on Xiaomi smartphones, from standard MIUI tools to hidden functions and third-party utilities, you will also learn how to interpret the data obtained and what to do if memory is critically scarce.

1. Verification through MIUI settings (the easiest way)

The fastest and most obvious method is to use the built-in MIUI tools.It works on all modern Xiaomi models, including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 and Mi 13, as well as on older devices with a MIUI version of at least 10.

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the Settings app (cog icon).
• 🔍 Scroll down and select About Phone (or About Device on some firmware).
• 📊 Tap on the section Memory or RAM (depending on the version) MIUI).
• 📈 The screen will display the schedule of use RAM with the free, used and cached memory.

Note that in some versions of MIUI (for example, on Xiaomi 12T) the path may be slightly different. If the Memory section is not in About phone, try:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In the upper right corner, click on three dots and select Memory.

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If you have MIUI 14+, swipe down the home screen to open the notification bar, which may display a widget with your current RAM usage (if enabled in the widget settings).

2.Use of the notification panel (fast access)

On Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI 12 and later, there is a convenient way to check RAM directly from the notification panel, which is suitable for quick monitoring without deep diving into the settings.

How to turn on and use:

• 🔽 Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
• 🔄 If the widget with RAM It does not appear, tap the icon. ⚙️ Edit (or Set up).
• 📱 Find the widget Memory Use (or) RAM) and drag it to the active area.
• 🔒 Record the changes by clicking Ready.

Now, when you open the notification panel, you'll see the current state of RAM in real time, which is especially useful for gamers who want to track the load while playing.

3. Hidden engineering menus (for advanced users)

If you don't like standard methods, you can use engineering codes or hidden menus, which gives you more detail, but you need to be careful, because you don't want to change the settings in these menus without understanding the consequences.

Two working methods:

Method 1: Code for a memory test

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Once you enter this code, the Testing menu will open. Go to the Phone Information tab and scroll down to the Memory section, which will indicate your current RAM usage.

Method 2: MIUI Diagnostics menu

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This code will open the diagnostic menu, where in the Memory section you can see detailed statistics on RAM, including the real amount of free RAM without taking into account the cache.

⚠️ Warning: Do not change the settings in the engineering menus unless you are sure of their purpose. This can lead to unstable operation of the smartphone or even to a brick (breakdown of firmware).

4. Third-party RAM monitoring applications

If built-in MIUI tools aren't enough, you can use third-party utilities that offer advanced statistics, real-time memory usage graphs, and even the ability to clean RAM in one tap.

Top.-3 Proven applications for Xiaomi:

Advantages of third-party applications:

• 📈 Use schedules RAM Dynamically (you can track the "leakage" of memory).
• 🔍 Detailed information on processes that consume the most resources.
• ⚡ The ability to force the cleaning of memory (but not abused!).

⚠️ Attention: Some "optimizers" RAM Google Play may contain ads or malicious code. Only install high-ranking apps (4.5)+) and plenty of feedback (100K+).

5. Verification through ADB (for developers)

If you're familiar with Android Debug Bridge (ADB), you can get RAM data directly from your computer, a method that's suitable for advanced users and developers who need accurate diagnostics.

Instructions:

1. Install ADB Tools on your PC.
2. Turn on USB Debugging on your smartphone (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version – tap 7 times, then go back to Additional Settings → For Developers).
3. Connect your phone to your PC and execute the command:

adb shell dumpsys meminfo

In the conclusion, find the lines:

• MemTotal is the total amount of RAM.
• MemFree is a free memory.
• Cached memory (can be released if necessary)

For simplified output, use:

adb shell cat /proc/meminfo

This method is the most accurate, but it requires command line skills, and if you've never used ADB, you'd better choose one of the previous methods.

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6.How to interpret RAM data

Just knowing how much memory you have is not enough, you have to understand what those numbers mean.

Normal condition:

• 🟢 30-50% free-liberty RAM — The system has a margin for background tasks.
• 🟡 10-30% free-liberty RAM — It is normal if you are actively using your phone. MIUI Acutely caching data to speed up work.

Critical conditions:

• 🔴 Less than 10% free RAM — The phone may start to "suppose." It is recommended to close the background applications.
• ⚠️ 0-5% free-liberty RAM — High probability of forced closure of applications (for example, games may crash).

It’s important to understand that Android (and MIUI in particular) specifically uses free RAM for caching. This is not a bug, but a feature of the system! Cache data can be instantly released if you need memory for a new application.

If you see that there's not much free RAM, but the phone is stable, you don't have to clean anything. It optimizes the memory usage.

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Hand-cleaning RAM (through “optimizers” or built-in tools) often has the opposite effect: applications will have to reboot from scratch, which will increase the load on the processor and battery.

7.What to do if RAM is constantly clogged

If free RAM is critically lacking and the phone is slowing down, try the following steps:

Quick solutions:

• 🔄 Reboot the device – this will clear the cache and free up memory.
• 🚫 Close the background apps (especially instant messengers and games).
• 📵 Turn off auto-run of unnecessary apps in Settings → Annexes → Auto-start.

Long-term measures:

• 🗑️ Remove or freeze (via Settings) → Applications) programs you do not use.
• 🔧 Update. MIUI Up to the latest version – in the new firmware optimized memory manager.
• 📱 If the problem persists, check your phone for viruses (e.g., via Malwarebytes).

Some Xiaomi models (such as the POCO F4 or Redmi K50) have a feature called RAM Extension (Using part of internal memory as RAM) to enable it:

1. Go to Settings → Additional settings → Expand memory.
2. Select volume (usually 2-4 GB).
3. Reset the device.

⚠️ Attention: Expansion function RAM It doesn't work on all models and can reduce the life of the internal drive due to frequent write operations. Use it only if there's really not enough RAM.

FAQ: Frequent questions about RAM on Xiaomi