Xiaomi TVs have become some of the most popular on the market in recent years due to the combination of high technology and affordable prices. However, many buyers are worried about the question: where exactly are these devices made? From the manufacturer depends not only the price, but also the quality of the build, warranty service, and sometimes even functionality (for example, the presence of certain applications or broadcast standards).
It's important to understand that Xiaomi is a global company, and its production capacity is spread across multiple countries. Unlike many competitors who have concentrated production in one region, Xiaomi is actively developing local factories in Asia, Europe and even Latin America. This allows the brand to optimize logistics, reduce prices and adapt products to local markets. But how does this affect the end customer? And is it worth overpaying for a TV assembled in China if there is an option from India or Indonesia?
Xiaomi's official TV production plants in 2026
Xiaomi currently has 5 main production hubs, which produce TVs under the Mi TV, Redmi TV and Xiaomi Smart TV brands. Each plant specializes in specific models and markets.
- ๐ญ China (Shenzhen, Nanchang, Hefei) - flagship models (Mi) TV Q2, Mi TV Master Series) and prototypes.
- ๐ฎ๐ณ India (Tirupati, Noida) โ budget and medium-budget TVs for local market and export to Africa.
- ๐ฎ๐ฉ Indonesia (Jakarta, Surabaya) โ models for Southeast Asia and Australia.
- ๐ง๐ท Brazil (Manaus) โ TVs for Latin America (Redmi series) TV A and Mi. TV P1).
- ๐ท๐บ Russia (Kaluga region, Safmar plant) โ localized models for the EAEU (since 2023).
The largest factory is located in Shenzhen (China) โ here they assemble premium TVs with a high-end camera. OLED-MediaTek 9650 screens and processors, Indian and Indonesian production is focused on the mass segment: it produces models with a high-performance system. LED-lighting and resolution 4K Brazilian plant operates mainly on the domestic market, and the Russian - supplies TVs to the CIS countries with adapted remotes and firmware (for example, with pre-installed Wink or OKKO).
How to determine the country of production of Xiaomi TV
There are several ways to find out where your Xiaomi TV is assembled, and the most reliable way to check the serial number on the box or on the device's menu, which is usually in the format of:
M2105K7AG / 20230415 / CNWhere:
- M2105K7AG - model and modification;
- 20230415 โ date of production (year/month/day);
- CN = country (CN = China, IN = India, ID = Indonesia, BR = Brazil, RU = Russia).
Another way to look at the sticker on the back of the TV is to look at the line "Made in... or Assembled in... But be careful, sometimes the box shows the country of the brand (China) rather than the assembly.
- Go to Settings โ About TV โ Device Information.
- Find the Model and Manufacturing Country fields.
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If the serial number ends in RU, but the TV is not purchased in Russia, check the warranty - such models may not support service abroad.
China vs India vs Russia: Comparison of build quality
Many buyers believe that TVs assembled in China are better than Indian or Russian ones. Is that true?
| Criteria | China (CN) | India (IN) | Indonesia (ID) | Russia (RU) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assemblance quality | โญโญโญโญโญ (premium) | โญโญโญโญ (good, but possible backlashes) | โญโญโญ (medium and budgetary models) | โญโญโญโญ (Chinese control) |
| Price. | Higher than 15-25% | The lowest | Low (but higher than Indian) | Average (due to local taxes) |
| Guarantee | 3 years (world) | 2 years (India only) | 1โ2 years (regional) | 2 years (EAEU) |
| Localization | Universal firmware | Adapted for Asia | Without Russian | Full Russification + Local Services |
An important nuance: TVs from India and Indonesia often come with firmware that does not have European broadcast standards (for example, DVB-T2 for Russia).
If you plan to use a TV in Russia or CIS countries, the best choice is models with an CN (China) or RU (Russia) assembly. Indian TVs are cheaper, but can have problems with service centers, and Indonesian TVs often do not support Russian on the menu. Brazilian models (BR) are almost not found in Europe and Asia.
โ๏ธ What to Check Before Buying Xiaomi TV abroad
Why Xiaomi is moving production out of China
Until 2018, almost all Xiaomi TVs were built exclusively in China, but in recent years, the company has been opening factories in other countries.
- ๐ฐ Lower logistics costs โ production close to the target market reduces transport costs and customs duties.
- ๐ก๏ธ Bypassing trade restrictions โ for example, India has high tariffs on imports of electronics from China (up to 20 percent%).
- ๐ค Local subsidies โ Governments of India, Indonesia and Brazil offer tax incentives for manufacturing in their own territory.
- ๐ง Adaptation to regional standards โ TVs for Europe and Asia are distinguished by supported frequencies, connectors and firmware.
For example, a plant in Tirupati, India, opened in 2020 and now produces up to 1 million TVs a year, which allowed Xiaomi to reduce prices in the local market by 10-15% and beat competitors like Samsung and LG, which continue to import equipment from Vietnam and Korea, a similar situation in Indonesia, where Redmi TVs are sold at a price of 20-30% cheaper than Chinese counterparts.
โ ๏ธ Note: TVs made in India or Indonesia may not support some European standards (e.g., the European Standards, HBBTV or DLNA). Before buying, check the specifications on Xiaomiโs official website for your region.
How the country of production affects the warranty and service
One of the key things about choosing a Xiaomi TV is warranty service, because the warranty is only valid in the country of sale.
- ๐ฆ If you have bought a TV with a label IN (India) in Russia, service center may refuse repairs under warranty.
- ๐ Televisions marked CN (China) have an international warranty, but only if purchased from official distributors.
- ๐ Models with assembly RU serviced in any authorized service center Xiaomi in the territory of the EAEU.
To avoid problems, buy TVs only from official partners (the list is available on the website mi.com), and pay attention to the serial number: if it starts with L (for example, if it starts with L, L32M6-ES), This means that the device is designed for the European market and has full support for the standards. DVB-T/T2.
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Where the flagship models of Xiaomi (Mi TV Master, QLED, OLED) are produced
All Xiaomi premium TVs are assembled exclusively in China, and this includes the following series:
- ๐ฅ๏ธ Mi TV Master Series - flagships with 8K-resolution and sound system Dolby Atmos.
- ๐จ Mi TV Q2/Q2 Pro โ QLED-TVs with quantum dots and frequency 120 Hz.
- ๐ Mi TV OLED โ Models with organic LEDs and support HDR10+.
- ๐ฎ Mi TV Gaming Edition โ TVs with low (up to 8.5 ms) for gamers.
These models undergo stricter quality control and are equipped with the best components (for example, MediaTek 9650 or Amlogic T982). Unlike budget lines, flagships are not manufactured in India or Indonesia, their assembly is focused on factories in Shenzhen and Nanchang.
If you see an offer to buy a Mi TV Master with an IN or ID build, it is either a fake or a "grey" import, which is not officially shipped outside China or Europe. To verify authenticity, ask the seller for a photo of the sticker with the serial number and check it against the database on mi.com/global/verify.
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Xiaomiโs flagship TVs (OLED, QLED, 8K) are manufactured in China only, and any other country assembly for these models is a sign of counterfeit or unofficial imports.
Prospects: new Xiaomi plants in 2026-2026
In 2026, Xiaomi announced plans to expand production capacity, among the key areas:
- ๐ช๐บ Europe (Poland or Hungary) โ plant for the EU market (launch scheduled for 2026).
- ๐น๐ท Turkey (Istanbul) โ production for the Middle East and North Africa.
- ๐ฒ๐ฝ Mexico (Guadalajara) โ TVs for North and Latin America.
- ๐ป๐ณ Vietnam (Hanoi) โ an alternative to Chinese factories for export to Asia.
The main goal is to reduce dependence on Chinese production and accelerate shipments to key regions, such as a factory in Poland that will reduce the time to deliver TVs to Europe from 30 to 7 days, and Xiaomi plans to increase the share of local components (for example, in India, glass and plastic are already used by local suppliers).
For buyers, this means:
- โ Lower prices due to reduced logistics costs.
- โ Quick delivery and lower risk of damage during transportation.
- โ ๏ธ Possible differences in assembly quality at new plants (first batches may have defects).