FaceMoji on Xiaomi: How to Create an Animated Emoji with Your Face and Use It in Chats

Ever wanted to send friends an emoji that looks exactly like you? With Xiaomi's FaceMoji technology, it's made possible! This feature allows you to create personalized animated emojis that replicate your facial expressions and movements in real time. But how it works, on what models it is available and how to use it – not all owners of smartphones Redmi know, POCO or Mi.

In this article, we'll go into detail about what FaceMoji is, how to activate it on your Xiaomi device, what tricks are hidden in the settings and why the feature may sometimes not work. And also show you the non-obvious uses that the manufacturer does not mention. Ready to turn your face into a virtual emoji?

What is FaceMoji and how does it work?

FaceMoji is Xiaomi’s technology that converts your face into animated 3D-It uses a smartphone's front-facing camera and machine learning algorithms to track:

• 👁️ Eye movements (blinking, looking to the sides)
• 👄 Facial expression (smile, frowning lips, open mouth)
• 🧠 Head turns (tilts, rotations)
• 😊 Emotions (joy, surprise, anger)

Unlike Apple's static Memoji or AR Samsung's Emoji, Xiaomi's FaceMoji can work right during video calls in Mi Video Call or while recording messages in Mi Messages, making communication more lively.The technology debuted in the video call. MIUI 12 and has been updated regularly since.

It’s important to understand that FaceMoji isn’t just entertainment.In some Xiaomi models (like the Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi Note 12 Pro).+) This function is integrated with system applications, which allows:

• 📱 Use an animated avatar instead of video during calls (saves traffic)
• 🎭 Create short video reactions for social networks
• 🔒 Replace the face in photos (for anonymity)

⚠️ Attention: FaceMoji requires a powerful processor and neural coprocessor. on budget models (e.g. Redmi). 10A or POCO C50) The function may be delayed or absent altogether.

On which smartphones Xiaomi has FaceMoji

FaceMoji is not available on all Xiaomi devices, but here are the key requirements:

• 📱 Processor: Snapdragon 7xx/8xx or Dimensity 1xxx/9xxx (Budget chips do not support)
• 🤖 Version. MIUI: 12.5 and newer (on) MIUI 13/14 work-in)
• 📷 Front camera: resolution not lower than 8 MP (optimum 20)+ MPP)

Below is the table of compatibility of popular models (data for 2026):

If your model is not on the list, check the support as follows:

1. Open the Camera app
2. Switch to the front camera.
3. Pull sideways the effects panel – look for the FaceMoji icon (a stylized human-face emoji)

⚠️ Note: Some firmware (e.g. Global) ROM for POCO X3 Pro) the function may be hidden. In this case, the installation will help EU-Firmware or manual activation through ADB.

Step-by-step: how to create your FaceMoji

It takes no more than 5 minutes to create a personal avatar.

1. Open the Camera app and switch to the front camera.
2. Tap the effects icon (usually in the upper right corner – the icon of a star or circle).
3. Select FaceMoji (if you can’t see, update the Camera app via Google Play).
4. Click Create an Avatar and follow the hints:

Make sure your face is well lit (no shadows)

Take off your glasses and headgear

Place your head in the center of the screen.

Don’t smile or blink while scanning.-->

The system will propose:

1. Scan your face from different angles (turn your head left/right, tilt up/down).
2. Set neutral expression for the base model.
3. Add individual features (hairstyle, beard, glasses - choose from the options offered).
4. Keep the avatar under a unique name (e.g., "I spring2026").

Now your FaceMoji is available at:

• 📸 Camera. → Effects (for photo/video)
• 📞 Mi Video Call (during calls)
• 💬 Mi Messages (for video reactions)

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If your FaceMoji is different, repeat the scan in a well-lit room, avoiding the bright sun, which creates shadows that distort the model.

Secret FaceMoji chips you didn't know about

Most users are limited to basic features, but FaceMoji has a lot more to do with it. Here are 5 hidden features:

• 🎭 "Mask" mode: In some firmware (MIUI 14) you can overlay FaceMoji on top of a real face in real time -- like in Snapchat, but with your avatar. Activates through the Camera. → Effects. → FaceMoji → Regime. AR.
• 🎥 Exports to GIF: Recorded video from FaceMoji can be saved as an animated.gif (hold your thumbnail after recording).
• 🔄 Voice cloning: On Xiaomi 13/14 A beta voice synchronization function with avatar mouth movements is available in the series (included in FaceMoji Settings) → Experimental functions).
• 👥 Group FaceMoji: Mi Video Call allows you to create a joint avatar for a group (up to 4 people).
• 🖌️ Manually adjusting the trait: In the avatar editor, you can change the shape of the nose, lip or eyebrows to millimeter accuracy (double touch on part of the face).

You can also use FaceMoji to:

• 📦 Reactions for Telegram: Record the video reaction with the avatar, trim to 3 seconds and upload as a sticker.
• 🎮 Streaming: Put FaceMoji on camera in OBS Studio through plugin MIUI Virtual Camera (available on the official website).

⚠️ Note: Voice cloning only works on Chinese firmware (China) ROM) It requires consent to process biometric data, and it's disabled on the global versions because of the biometrics. GDPR.

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FaceMoji on Xiaomi is not just an emoji, but a full-fledged content creation tool that can be integrated into streams, social media videos, and even used as an avatar in games (such as Genshin Impact via mod).

FaceMoji Problems and How to Fix Them

Even on supported devices, FaceMoji can malfunction, and here are the common bugs and their solutions:

If none of these methods worked, try:

1. Reset the camera settings: Settings → Apps → Camera → Storage → Clear the data.
2. Install alternative software, such as GCam with module AR Stickers.
3. Contact Xiaomi Support through Settings → Passport of the device → Feedback.

On some models (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T) post-update MIUI 14 loses the ability to edit old avatars:

1. Remove saved FaceMoji in Gallery → Albums → FaceMoji


2.Reboot the phone




3. Build the avatar again.

FaceMoji vs Memoji vs AR Emoji: Which is better?

All major manufacturers have personalized emoji technologies, compared to Xiaomi's FaceMoji.

FaceMoji loses to competitors in terms of integration with popular messengers, but wins in one way:

• 💰 Availability: Works on smartphones of the middle price segment (from ~20 000 ₽), Memoji requires an iPhone (from the iPhone) ~80 000 ₽), AR Emoji – Samsung’s flagship.
• 🔧 Flexibility: Xiaomi can install custom firmware with advanced FaceMoji capabilities (for example, Xiaomi.eu).

If you want to be realistic, go with Apple, if you want to integrate with Google services, go with Samsung, and if you want to save money and experiment, go with Xiaomi.

The future of FaceMoji: what to expect from Xiaomi

According to Xiaomi’s insiders and patents, FaceMoji will receive the following updates in the coming years:

• 🤖 AI generation by photo: In MIUI 15 will be able to create an avatar for one photo (now you need a real-time scan).
• 🎮 Integration with games: Avatar can be used as a skin in mobile games (for example, in the mobile game). PUBG Mobile or Free Fire).
• 👓 Support AR-Xiaomi is testing the output of FaceMoji on Xiaomi Smart Glasses for video calls.
• 🗣️ Polyphony: One avatar can voice the text in different voices (male/female/children’s).

FaceMoji is also expected to be released in 2026. API It's for developers:

• Create custom filters for TikTok or Instagram based on your avatar.
• Integrate FaceMoji into enterprise messaging apps (e.g. Slack or Microsoft Teams).
• Use an avatar in VR-Chats (for example, in Meta Horizon Worlds).

According to rumors, the Xiaomi 15 series will be FaceMoji 2.0 with:

• Support 8K-renderer.
• Automatic change of hairstyle/clothing depending on the weather (integration with Mi Weather).
• The ability to create avatars for pets (based on Xiaomi Pet Camera).

⚠️ Warning: New FaceMoji features may require stricter permissions to access biometric data. MIUI 14 already has a data transfer warning to improve AI models. If privacy is critical to you, turn off the Settings option. → Confidentiality → Personalization of services.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions about FaceMoji