Xiaomi Redmi smartphone owners often face a situation where the popular Yandex browser starts to work unstable. Instead of instantly opening pages, the user sees an endless load indicator or even receives a message about a connection error. This is especially annoying, given that the MIUI shell is known for its aggressive power optimization, which sometimes conflicts with the background processes of applications.
The problem can lie in the software conflicts of the Android system itself, and in the crowded cache or outdated version of the software. The speed of the browser response directly depends on the amount of free RAM and the correctness of network settings. If your Redmi suddenly began to slowly open sites, you should not immediately sin on the breakdown of the hardware - most often the case is solved by competent software configuration.
In this article, we will discuss in detail all possible causes of Yandex slowdown on Redmi devices and offer proven methods for eliminating them. MIUI Impacts on network traffic and why standard traffic DNS-Your servers may not work well in your area.
The impact of overcrowded cache and accumulated debris
The first and most common reason for slow operation of any browser, including Yandex, is bloated cache. Over time, Yandex Browser accumulates gigabytes of temporary files, cookies and stored site scripts. On Redmi smartphones with a small amount of internal memory, this leads to fragmentation of data and slow down the read of the record, which directly affects the speed of loading pages.
When the storage is more than 85% full, the system starts to work slower, trying to find free blocks to write new data. In this situation, the browser can not effectively save new elements of the pages, which causes delays in rendering content. Clearing the cache is not just freeing up space, but also a way to get the application to re-query the current versions of sites.
But you have to differentiate between the app cache and the user data, and if you just clear the cache through the standard menu, your saved passwords and history will stay in place, but if the problem is that the tab database is damaged, you may need to clean it up more deeply or reinstall it.
- 🗑️ Open the smartphone settings and go to the "Apps" section».
- 🔍 Find in the list Yandex Browser and click "Storage».
- ⚡ Select “Clear Cache” but don’t touch “Clear Everything” if you want to save passwords.
⚠️ WARNING: Complete data cleanup (“Clean everything”) will delete all your saved passwords, browsing history, and sync settings within the app. Use this method only if other methods have not helped.
Once cleaned, it is recommended to close the application completely through Task Manager and start it again. The first few launches may be a little slower than usual, as the browser needs to re-form the basic temporary files, but then the speed should stabilize.
MIUI Energy Saving Conflict and Background Processes
The MIUI shell, which is installed on all Redmi smartphones, is famous for its rigid battery management policy.The system seeks to extend battery life by forcibly closing background processes and limiting application network activity. Aggressive optimization often perceives active Yandex tabs or page preloading as an extra load on the processor.
When you open a browser, it takes time for the system to unfreeze its processes, which is perceived by the user as a long load, especially on models with MediaTek Helio processors or budget Snapdragon, where resources are limited. If the browser lacks dedicated CPU time, heavy web pages with video and animations are rendered in snags.
To fix this, you have to manually configure the application in the system, you have to prevent the system from strangling the browser to save energy, and this is especially true for users who use the mobile Internet, because in traffic saving mode the restrictions are even stricter.
To set up, go to the battery menu and find Yandex.Browser. Set Unlimited mode, which will allow the application to freely use network and processor resources even when the screen is off or other heavy games are running.
- 🔋 Go to "Settings» → «Battery and productivity».
- 📱 Click on the gear icon in the upper right corner.
- 🚀 Select “Applications” and find Yandex.
- ✅ Set the switch to the "No Limits" position».
⚠️ Warning: Setting the “No Limits” mode can lead to increased battery consumption, as the browser will be more active in the background for updating the tape and notifications.
It’s also worth checking if the system is not on a global power saving mode: If the battery indicator is lit in yellow or red, the system automatically restricts the background activity of all applications, which is guaranteed to lead to brakes in the browser.
Problems with DNS-servers and network connection
Often the reason for slow loading is not the phone itself, but how it interacts with the Internet provider. DNS-Servers that are automatically issued by a cellular operator or Wi-Fi router may be unstable or have high latency (ping). DNS-Requests are the first step in loading any page, and if the phone can’t get a response from the name server for a long time, the page won’t start loading.
Modern versions of Android, including those on Redmi, have the ability to manually prescribe fast DNS. Using public servers from Google or Cloudflare often solves the problem of long browser thinking before downloading, which is especially effective if you notice that other applications (such as YouTube or Telegram) are fast and sites are opened with a delay.
To change DNS to Xiaomi Redmi, you don’t need to get root rights, but you just need to use the built-in “Private DNS” function in your network settings, which is a system parameter that applies to the entire device at once, speeding up not only Yandex, but also other applications.
dns.googleEnter this address in the private DNS settings field. The alternative is Cloudflare's 1.1.1.1 address. After settings are applied, it is advisable to turn on the flight mode for 10 seconds and turn it off so that the network reconnects with the new settings.
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If the speed hasn't changed since the DNS change, try switching between Wi-Fi and mobile Internet, and sometimes the problem lies in the router's channel, not the phone.
It is also worth noting that some providers may block or slow down traffic to certain services, in which case DNS use may not be effective and more complex network protocols may be needed.
Outdated version of the application and system updates
Yandex Browser developers are constantly releasing updates that contain bug fixes and code optimization for new versions of Android. If your Redmi has an old version of the browser installed on it, it can conflict with updated WebView system libraries. Android System WebView is a critical component that is responsible for displaying web pages in all applications.
Check in Google Play Store or GetApps if updates are available for Yandex. Often the problem is solved by simply updating to the latest version. Also worth a look at the settings of the application itself: in the About browser section, there is usually a check button for updates, which works independently of the app store.
Do not forget about the updates of the system itself. MIUI. Xiaomi regularly releases security patches and stability improvements. MIUI too old, modern web standards can be handled incorrectly, causing hangs when loading "heavy" sites.
| Component | Where to update | Frequency of updates | Impact on speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yandex Browser | Google Play / GetApps | Weekly | High (engine optimization) |
| Android System WebView | Google Play | Monthly | Critical (page rendering) |
| Google Play Services | Phone settings | Automatically. | Medium (background services) |
| MIUI System | Settings → About the phone | Every 1-3 months | High (kernel stability) |
If the automatic update does not work or gives an error, you can try to download the current one. APK-A file from the official developer's website and install it manually, which often helps when the old version of the cache is stuck in the app store.
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Regular updates to Android System WebView are more important than updating the browser itself, as this component is responsible for the technical ability to display modern Internet content.
Extension and Turbo Mode Conflict
Yandex Browser is famous for its set of built-in features: turbo mode, ad blocker, voice assistant Alice and various widgets on the homepage. While these features are useful, on weak Redmi devices they can consume significant resources. Turbo mode, designed to speed up loading on a slow Internet, can actually slow down if Yandex servers are overloaded or if the connection is already stable and fast.
Adblockers, working at the browser level, must analyze the code of each page before displaying it. On complex sites with an abundance of scripts, this can take precious milliseconds, which together give a tangible delay. If you have many extensions installed or too many protection features activated, try turning them off in turn.
Special attention should be paid to widgets on the homepage. If you have a lot of news, weather and currency tiles installed there, the browser spends resources on constantly updating them every time it launches. Simplifying the homepage often gives you instant performance gains.
- 🛡️ Go to the browser menu (three bars) → «Supplements».
- ⛔ Turn off ad blockers or change them to lighter ones.
- 🚀 Try switching Turbo Mode (on or off) and check the result.
- 🧹 Remove unnecessary widgets from the main page of Yandex.
⚠️ Attention: Disabling the ad blocker can increase the amount of traffic consumed and make browsing sites less comfortable due to pop-ups. Use this measure only for diagnosis.
Also check if there are too many other applications running in the background. MIUI can keep a lot of programs in memory, but if RAM is not enough, the browser simply does not have enough resources for quick rendering. Close unnecessary tabs and applications before launching a "heavy" site.
Failures in the system component of WebView
As mentioned, the Android System WebView component is responsible for displaying content in most Android applications. If it crashes or is updated with errors, it can affect not only Yandex, but also other applications. On Redmi, there is sometimes a situation when after a system update, this component ceases to interact correctly with browsers.
The first step is to try to update WebView through the Google Play Store, and if the update is already worth it or not, you can try to remove the updates to that system component, which will return it to the factory version, which, although older, may be more stable for your current version of MIUI.
To do this, go to Settings → Apps → All Apps. Search the list for Android System WebView (which may simply be called WebView). Click three dots in the corner and select Remove Updates. After that, restart your phone.
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In rare cases, the problem can be caused by a version conflict if multiple user profiles are installed on the phone or third-party launchers are used. In this situation, resetting the browser settings to factory (with loss of data) is the only way out.
Hardware limitations and overheating of the device
You can’t discount the physical condition of your smartphone. If your Xiaomi Redmi gets hot, the system automatically lowers the CPU frequency (trottling) to prevent damage, and in this mode, any computationally complex tasks, such as processing JavaScript on modern websites, are performed at times slower.
Check if the case covers the air vents (if any) and if the phone is in the sun, and if the internal memory is full, the speed of the case is affected, and if it is less than 1-2 GB free, the system starts to work extremely slowly using virtual memory, which is like death for a browser.
Owners of older Redmi models (the Note 7, 8, 9 and similar series) should consider that modern versions of sites have become "heavier": What used to load instantly can now require more resources than budget hardware can provide.
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As a last resort, you can try to reset your phone to factory settings, which is guaranteed to remove all software errors and conflicts, but it will take time to recover data and reconfigure the device.