Xiaomi TVs: who is the manufacturer and in what country do they actually make

Choosing a Xiaomi TV, many are faced with the question: who actually makes it, and where are the factories? Especially relevant for Russian buyers, where the brand is represented under different brands — Mi TV, Redmi Smart TV, Xiaomi TV A Pro and others. On the Internet you can find contradictory information: some claim that the TVs are made in China, others — that production is moved to India or Russia, and still confuse Xiaomi with other brands like TCL or Hisense.

In this article, we will explore who the real Xiaomi TV manufacturer is, where their factories are located, how models differ from market to market (China, Europe, Russia), and why this is important to the customer. We will also learn how to verify the authenticity of the TV and avoid counterfeits, which are often masquerading as original products. Our data is based on official reports from Xiaomi Corp., supplier analysis and independent research into the electronics market.

Spoiler: Most Xiaomi TVs are assembled in partner factories in China, but some of the models for local markets (like India) are made directly in those countries, and this affects the price, warranty and even functionality. Now, the details.

Xiaomi TV Maker: Who is Behind the Brand?

Xiaomi Corp. is owned by Beijing-based Xiaomi Group, a Chinese company, but like many modern brands (including Apple or Samsung), Xiaomi does not manufacture its own TVs.

• 🏭 Developing design, firmware (MIUI TV) and technical specifications.
• 🤝 Entering contracts with electronics manufacturers (OEM/ODM).
• 📦 Controls quality at all stages of assembly.
• 🌍 Distributes ready-made devices to regions through distributors.

Xiaomi’s main partner in the production of TVs is a Chinese company TCL Corporation (through a subsidiary) TCL Electronics. It's in factories. TCL The lion's share of Mi models is going TV Redmi Smart TV. Also among suppliers:

• 📺 Skyworth (China) – responsible for the production of some models for the European market.
• 🔧 Foxconn (Taiwan/China) – participates in the build of premium series (for example, Xiaomi) TV Q2>).
• 🇮🇳 Dixon Technologies (India) – local production for the Indian market.

Xiaomi’s 2023 annual report clearly states that more than 90% of the brand’s TVs are manufactured in contract factories in China, and the rest are manufactured in partner plants in India, Indonesia and Brazil (for local markets), while Xiaomi retains full control over technologies such as its own MediaTek processors with proprietary optimization or the MIUI TV system with Google TV integration.

Xiaomi TV manufacturers: where do they assemble models for Russia?

Xiaomi TVs are manufactured by target market, and here is the current country breakdown (2026):

For the Russian market, all Xiaomi TVs are made exclusively in China at TCL or Skyworth factories. There is no local assembly in Russia (unlike smartphones, which were partially assembled at the Fly plant in the suburbs).

• 📄 Documentation of Rospotrebnadzor - the manufacturer of Xiaomi Communication Co., Ltd. is indicated in the certificates of conformity (China).
• 🔧 Marking on the box – the line “Made in China” is mandatory for official deliveries.
• 💬 Xiaomi Russia representatives have repeatedly confirmed this in interviews.

Some vendors may claim that the TVs are “assembled in Russia” or “adapted for Russia,” most often as a marketing ploy: it’s just about localizing the firmware (addition of Russian channels, Wink, Okko) or packaging with Russian instructions, the device itself is made in China.

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To find out the exact country of production of your Xiaomi TV, check the sticker on the back or in the Settings menu → About TV → Device Information. If it says “Made in China” but the seller claims otherwise, this is a reason to doubt its honesty.

Mi TV vs. Redmi TV vs. Xiaomi TV: What’s the difference and who makes it?

Xiaomi uses several brands for TVs, which often misleads consumers, and let’s see how they differ and who makes them:

Key differences:

1. Price policy: Redmi is cheaper than Mi TV by 20-30% due to simplified components (for example, matrixes with a lower refresh rate).
2. Production: Redmi Smart TV for India is assembled by Dixon Technologies, and the rest are produced by Chinese partners.
3. Firmware: Mi TV and Xiaomi TV use MIUI TV with Google TV, while budget Redmis may have a stripped-down version.
4. Guarantee: For Russia, the official guarantee is provided only by Xiaomi Russia, regardless of the sub-brand.

Interesting fact: some Redmi Smart TVs sold in Russia are actually re-labeled Indian versions.

• 📡 Lack of support DVB-T2 (Digital TV in Russia – only DVB-S2 (satellite IPTV.
• 🔌 Type D power plug (Indian standard) requiring an adapter.
• 📺 Indian firmware TV-default-channel.

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If you see a Redmi Smart TV with a price of 30-40% below Mi TVs, check its origins, most likely a gray import from India that may not support Russian broadcasting standards.

How to distinguish the original Xiaomi TV from a fake?

The brand’s popularity has led to a slew of fakes, especially among budget models. Here are 5 key features of the original Xiaomi TV:

Hologram packaging and QR-code (verification on the Xiaomi website)|The serial number on the box and the TV match|The label "Made in China" (for Russia)|Firmware MIUI TV Google Play|Official warranty from Xiaomi Russia-->

Let's take a closer look at each item:

1. Packaging: The original box has: 🏷️ Hologram with the Xiaomi logo (when tilted, changes color). 🔍 QR-code that leads to the verification page www.mi.com/verify. 📄 Russian language instructions (for official import) Fakes are often shipped in boxes without holograms or with typos in the text.
2. Serial number: The original box and back of the TV must have the same serial number (format: 12 digits + letters). Check it: Xiaomi Verify. TV menu: Settings → About TV → Status.

Firmware

Original models run on MIUI TV (for Google TV) or PatchWall (for India), and fakes often use stripped-down versions of Android TV without a branded launcher.

🚩 Signs of forgery:

• There is no Google Play.
• There are no proprietary applications (Mi Home, Mi Remote).
• The settings indicate an unknown manufacturer (for example, Allwinner instead of Xiaomi).

Particular attention should be paid to models that are sold at a suspiciously low price (for example, Xiaomi Mi). TV 55 for 20,000. ₽). Most of the time, it's:

• 🔄 B/U TVs from Europe (re-flashed under Russian).
• 🏭 Counterfeit from China (collected in uncertified factories).
• 📦 "Gray imports from India or UAE (without Russian guarantee).

Why is the country of production important to the buyer?

Many people think that the country of assembly does not affect the quality, but in the case of Xiaomi TVs, this is not quite the case. Here are 3 key reasons why this is important:

1. Warranty service: Official Xiaomi Russia dealers only guarantee TVs imported from China.If the device is assembled in India or Brazil (even if it is the original), it may be refused repair under warranty. 📌 Example: Buyer purchases Redmi Smart TV X55 I stopped working after 6 months with Indian firmware. HDMI-The service center refused to repair it under warranty, as the model is not intended for the Russian market.
2. Compatibility with Russian standards: TVs destined for India or Europe may not support: 📡 DVB-T2 (digital TV of Russia). 🔌 F-type outlets (Schuko) – an adapter will be required. 🎵 Local services (Wink, Okko, Amediateca).

Quality of components

Factories in China (TCL/Foxconn) have stricter quality control than local plants (e.g. India).

• 🔦 Matrix – in Chinese models, Samsung panels are more often installed or BOE, and in India — CSOT (less reliable).
• 🔈 Speakers - in the premium series are stereo Dolby Audio, and in the budget - monodynamics.
• 🔌 Power supplies – Chinese models are certified CE RoHS, but grey imports are not.