How to find out how much RAM is used on Xiaomi: a step-by-step guide

RAM is a key component that affects the speed of your Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO smartphone. When apps start to slow down or your device overheats, the first thing to check is how to load RAM. But how exactly to do that? In this article, we will break down all the available methods, including hidden MIUI features that not all users know.

Many people mistakenly think that high RAM load is always a bad thing. In fact, MIUI aggressively caches data in RAM to speed up the re-run of applications. However, if there is less than 200-300 MB of free memory, this is a signal to action. Then you will learn how to interpret the indicators correctly and what to do if the memory is constantly overloaded.

Unlike iOS or pure Android, the MIUI shell has its own features in memory management, for example, on some models (for example, Xiaomi 12T or POCO F5), the system can reserve up to 1-1.5 GB of RAM for background processes even at minimal load. This is normal behavior, but it is important to consider it when analyzing boot.

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1. Standard method through "Settings"

The easiest method is to use the built-in MIUI tools. It is suitable for all models, including the Redmi Note 11, Xiaomi 13 Pro and other devices based on MIUI 12-14.

Open Settings → About Phone → Memory. Here you will see a graph of RAM usage by category:

• 📱 Used by Applications – Active Processes
• 🗃️ Cached – data for quick access
• 🔄 Free - available memory
• 🛠️ System processes - background tasks MIUI

Note that "Cached" is not "junk" but optimization. MIUI specifically stores frequently used data in RAM to reduce application load times. It is not recommended to manually clean the cache unless you notice obvious lags.

⚠️ Note: Some firmware (especially global ones) may not have the Memory section in the About Phone menu, in which case use alternative methods from the following sections.

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2. Quick check through the notification panel

If you need to quickly find out how to download RAM without deep settings, use the widget in the notification curtain:

1. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Find the Usage of RAM widget (usually located to the right of brightness).
3. Slip on it - a mini window with detailed statistics will open.

In this window, you'll see:

• 📊 Total RAM of your device
• 🔴 Current loading in percentage
• 📉 Use schedule for the last 3 hours
• 🔄 The "Clean" button (use it carefully!)

In the models with AMOLED-screens (e.g. Xiaomi) 12S Ultra or POCO F4 GT) This widget can be displayed in monochrome Always-On Display mode if the appropriate setting is enabled.

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3. Hidden menu of engineering mode (for advanced)

For those who want to get the most detailed information, there is a hidden menu ##4636##.It works on most Xiaomi devices, but can be blocked on some firmware for the Chinese market.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination ##4636## (as a normal number).
3. Select Usage Statistics (Usage Statistics).
4. Go to the RAM tab.

Here you'll see:

• 📌 Total RAM — full-time memory
• 📌 Available – Free memory in real time
• 📌 Used by apps – memory occupied by apps
• 📌 Cached - cached data
• 📌 Free – Fully Free Memory

⚠️ Warning: Not all engineering menu items are safe. Avoid Testing and Wi-Fi information tabs - incorrect settings can cause device malfunctions.

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4. Use of third-party applications

If you don't like the built-in MIUI tools, you can use third-party utilities.

When choosing an application, pay attention to:

• 🔍 Russian language (important for Redmi with global firmware)
• 📊 Logging capability (useful for peak load analysis)
• 🛡️ Lack of advertising (many “optimizers” load the system themselves)

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Before installing third-party monitors, check the reviews from the past month. Some applications (such as DU Speed Booster) may contain malicious code masquerading as optimizers.

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5.Analysis through ADB (for developers)

If you are familiar with ADB (Android Debug Bridge), you can get the most accurate data about the use of RAM.

Instructions:

1. Install ADB Tools on your PC.
2. Enable USB debugging in the developer settings (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (shoot 7 times) → For developers).
3. Connect your phone to your PC and execute the command: adb shell dumpsys meminfo

In conclusion, pay attention to the lines:

• MemTotal – Total RAM
• MemFree – Fully Free Memory
• Cached - cached data
• Active (file) - active files in memory

To analyze a specific application, use:

adb shell dumpsys meminfo com.package.name

(Replace com.package.name with an application ID, such as com.miui.home for launcher).

Install Xiaomi drivers on PC|Enable debugging on USB|Connect the original USB-cable|Check the connection of the adb device team|Backup important data-->

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6. Optimizing the use of RAM on Xiaomi

If you find that RAM is constantly overloaded, try these optimization methods:

1. Set up Auto-Run Applications

• 🚀 Go to Settings. → Annexes → Autostart control.
• 🔧 Disable auto-run for unnecessary apps (especially instant messengers and social media).
• ⚡ Enable Autostart Optimization option (available on the MIUI 13+).

2.Use of the battery and performance mode

• 🔋 B Settings → Battery Select Balanced or Saving Charge Mode.
• 📉 In the economy mode MIUI Automatically restrict background activity.

3. manually clean the cache (only if necessary!)

• 🧹 B Settings → Select a heavy app (such as Facebook or TikTok).
• 🗑️ Click Clear Cache (Do not clear data!).

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Regularly cleaning the cache manually can impair performance.MIUI manages the caching itself - only intervene if you notice obvious problems.

4.Update MIUI

Newer versions of the firmware optimized memory management algorithms. Check for updates in Settings → About Phone → System Update. Especially relevant for devices with 6-8 GB of RAM (for example, Redmi Note 12 Pro+), where every megabyte counts.

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7. Frequent questions about RAM on Xiaomi