How to transfer data from Samsung phone to Xiaomi: the complete guide

The transition from Samsung to Xiaomi is not only about changing the ecosystem, but also about migrating all the important data. Contacts, photos, videos, messages, even app settings, all need to be saved and copied correctly. Many users are facing problems: lost files, accounts are not synchronized, and some data cannot be transferred at all by standard methods.

In this article, we will discuss 5 proven ways to transfer data from Samsung Galaxy (including the S23, S22, A54, A34, etc.) to Xiaomi (Redmi, POCO, Xiaomi 13/14). Each method is suitable for different types of data and levels of technical training. You will learn how to avoid typical errors, what tools to use for a complete migration, and what to do if something goes wrong.

Important: Before you start porting, make sure both devices have enough battery power (at least 50%) and Xiaomi has enough free space for copied files. If you are porting data from a phone older than 2018, some methods may not work - in this case, note the alternative solutions at the end of the article.

1.The official way: Mi Mover by Xiaomi

Mi Mover is a proprietary application from Xiaomi designed to transfer data from other smartphones.It supports most Samsung models (starting with Android 5.0) and allows you to copy:

• 📞 Contacts (including call history)
• 📷 Photos and videos (including Google Photos albums)
• 💬 Communications (SMS and MMS)
• 🎵 Music and documents
• 📱 Some system settings (wallpaper, brightness, sound)

To use Mi Mover, follow the following steps:

1. On Xiaomi, go to Settings → About Phone → Data Transfer (Mi Mover).
2. On Samsung, download the Mi Mover app from Google Play (if it’s not in standard utilities).
3. Run the app on both devices and select Me sender on Samsung and I receiver on Xiaomi.
4. Scan it. QR-code from the Xiaomi screen to Samsung or connect via the Wi-Fi hotspot created by Xiaomi.
5. Select the data types to transfer and wait for the process to be completed.

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If the Mi Mover doesn't see Samsung, try restarting both phones and reconnecting, sometimes helping to turn off power saving mode on Samsung.

The speed of the transfer depends on the amount of data, for example, 10 GB of photos and videos are copied on average for 15-20 minutes with a stable Wi-Fi connection. If the process is interrupted, try reducing the amount of data transferred or using another method.

⚠️ Note: Mi Mover does not tolerate installed applications and their data (for example, save in games or setup messengers.

2. Move through Google Account (for contacts, calendar and mail)

If you use a Google Account on Samsung, most of the system data is already synced to the cloud.

• 📋 Contacts (from the Google Contacts app)
• 📅 Calendar (Google Calendar)
• ✉️ Mail (Gmail)
• 📍 Notes (Google Keep)
• 📁 Files from Google Drive

Instructions:

1. On Samsung, check that sync is enabled: Settings → Accounts and Archiving → Account Management → Select Google → Account Sync.
2. Make sure that all the necessary data is marked with ticks (contacts, calendar, etc.).
3. On Xiaomi, add the same Google Account to Settings → Accounts → Add an account.
4. Wait for automatic synchronization (can take up to 10 minutes).

If your contacts don’t show up on Xiaomi, check out:

• 🔄 Update Contacts on both devices.
• 📱 Make sure that your contacts are saved to your Google Account on Samsung, not in your phone’s memory or in your phone’s memory. SIM-map.
• 🔌 Reboot Xiaomi after adding an account.

3. copying files (photos, videos, music) via OTG cable or computer

To transfer large files (for example, video to the 4K or RAW-It's better to use physical connectivity. It's faster and more reliable than wireless:

Method 1: Direct connection through OTG-adapter

It will. OTG-cable (usually Type-C) → Type-C or Type-C → MicroUSB, depending on the Samsung model).

1. Connect Samsung to Xiaomi via OTG-adapter.
2. Xiaomi will receive a notification USB-Device is connected – click on it and select File Transfer.
3. Open Explorer on Xiaomi and copy the files from Samsung’s memory.

Method 2: Using a computer (Windows/Mac)

If the OTG doesn’t work or you don’t have an adapter, use a PC:

1. Connect Samsung to your computer and copy the files to a separate folder.
2. Disable Samsung, connect Xiaomi and transfer files back.

⚠️ Note: When copying through a computer, avoid using a Mac with a file system APFS For large data, you can read errors, you can use Windows or Linux, or you can pre-format the flash drive in exFAT.

4. Transfer of applications and their data (save, settings)

Standard methods do not copy installed applications and their data (for example, game progress, WhatsApp or Telegram settings).

Method 1: Titanum Backup (ROOT required)

If your Samsung has root rights, use Titanium Backup:

1. Install Titanium Backup on Samsung.
2. Back up your desired applications (Backup → Package Action → Backup all custom applications).
3. Transfer the backup file to Xiaomi (via cable or cloud).
4. Install Titanium Backup on Xiaomi (also requires root) and recover the data.

Method 2: APK Extractor + backups

If root is missing, try:

1. Download. APK Extractor on Samsung and Remove APK-file.
2. Move the APK to Xiaomi and install it manually.
3. To transfer application data (such as WhatsApp), copy the folders from /Android/data/ and /Android/obb/.

Example for WhatsApp:

1.On Samsung, open Explorer and find the folder:


/sdcard/Android/media/com.whatsapp/WhatsApp/




2. Copy it on Xiaomi in the same location.




3. Install WhatsApp on Xiaomi and restore chats from backup.

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5. Alternative methods: cloud services and third-party applications

If the standard methods do not fit, use third-party solutions:

Cloud storage

• 🌥️ Google Drive – 15 GB free, easy to use for documents and photos.
• ☁️ OneDrive – Windows integration, 5GB free.
• 📦 Mega – 20 GB free, high download speed.

Instructions:

1. Upload files from Samsung to the cloud.
2. Download them to Xiaomi through the same app.

Third-party applications for migration

• 🔄 Clone Phone (from Xiaomi) – Mi Mover alternative.
• 📲 Smart Switch (from Samsung) – works in the opposite direction.
• 🔗 Send Anywhere – transfer files over Wi-Fi without restrictions.

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Cloud services are convenient for small amounts of data (up to 5-10 GB), and for large files (video, backups), it is better to use a physical connection or OTG.

Frequent problems and their solutions

When transferring data from Samsung to Xiaomi, the following errors may occur:

If after transfer to Xiaomi there were lags or overheating, check:

• 🔋 Is the phone memory full (leave at least 10% of the volume free).
• 🔄 Are there any background migration processes running (check in Settings) → Annexes → Launched).
• 📱 Are there any conflicts between the transferred applications MIUI (Especially if they are optimized for one. UI).

FAQ: Answers to popular questions