Xiaomi phone reboots in cycle and does not turn on: 7 working ways to solve

Your Xiaomi is stuck in endless reboot mode, flashing the MI logo and refusing to boot any further? Or does it show no signs of life after a fall, update or discharge? This problem is familiar to many owners of the brand’s smartphones, from budget Redmi Notes to flagship Xiaomi 13. The causes can be hidden in software failures (damaged firmware, update conflict) and hardware malfunctions (damaged motherboard, battery plume dump).

80 percent of the time, the phone can be reanimated by itself, without going to the service center, but it's important to be consistent, from the simplest methods (hard reboot, reset via Recovery) to the most complex ones (firmware through Fastboot or soldering components), and in this article, step-by-step instructions for each scenario, including the rare cases where the smartphone doesn't even respond to charging, and we'll also look at how to distinguish a "mild" failure from a serious one, and when it's time to carry the device for repair.

1.Diagnostics problem: why Xiaomi is stuck on the reboot

Before you try a "treatment", identify the symptoms and possible causes, and the choice of recovery method depends on this:

• 🔄 Cyclical reboot (phone turned on, shows logo) MI, switches off and repeats cycles) – a sign of a damaged bootloader or system files.
• 🖥️ Backlit black screen (the screen is lit, but no image) – often associated with a graphics driver or a plume dump of the display.
• 🔋 No response to charging/power button - may indicate hardware failure (power controller, battery).
• 📱 Hanging on the logo MI (without rebooting – usually a consequence of a failed update or rooting.

The most common reasons are:

Critical information: if the Xiaomi phone reboots after a drop or moisture, with a 95% probability of the problem hardware – self-repair can aggravate the breakdown.

2.The first steps: hard reboot and charging check

Start with basic steps – they help in 30% of cases, especially if the failure is caused by a temporary system freeze.

2.1 Hard Reset (Hard Reset)

This is a forced reboot that resets temporary data in RAM, suitable for all Xiaomi models, including Redmi, POCO and Black Shark:

1. Press the Power + Volume button up for 10-15 seconds.
2. If the screen is black, try the combination Power + Volume down.
3. Some models (such as the Xiaomi Mi 11) may need to hold the buttons until they vibrate (usually 20-30 seconds).

A sign of success: the phone vibrates and reboots. If that doesn't happen, move on to the next step.

Checking of charging and battery

Often the problem lies in a discharged battery or a faulty charger:

⚠️ Note: if the Xiaomi phone does not respond to charging at all (no indication, does not warm up), do not try to turn it on repeatedly - this can damage the power controller).

If you start the phone after charging, but it goes back to reboot, it's a software problem. Go to the Recovery section.

3. Recovery through Recovery Mode (without data loss)

Recovery Mode is an emergency mode that allows you to reset or reflash your phone without connecting to a PC. It is on all Xiaomi smartphones, but the interface may vary depending on the version of MIUI.

3.1 How to log in to Recovery

Instructions for most models:

1. Turn off your phone (if it responds to buttons).
2. Press Power + Volume up until the MI logo appears.
3. Release the power button, but keep Volume up until you see the Recovery menu.

Some devices (such as POCO F3) may require a combination of Power + both volume buttons.

3.2 Action options in Recovery

The following options are available in the Recovery menu (control – volume and power buttons):

• 🔄 Reboot is a regular reboot (try this first).
• 📱 Wipe Data – reset to factory settings (deletes all data!).
• 🔧 Connect with MIAssistant – Connect to a PC for firmware.
• 💾 Mount - partition mounting (necessary for manual firmware).

Tip: If the phone loads into Recovery but doesn't turn on normally, try Wipe Cache first.This doesn't delete user data, but often solves freeze problems.

⚠️ Warning: Wipe Data wipes all files, including photos and apps. If your phone had important data, try connecting it to your PC in Fastboot mode and copy files through your phone. ADB.

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If Recovery doesn’t have touch controls, use volume buttons for navigation and power buttons to confirm your choice.

4. Firmware via Fastboot (for power users)

If resetting through Recovery doesn't help, you'll need to reflash your phone using a PC. This method is suitable for cases where:

• The phone is turned on, but goes to bootloop (infinite reboot).
• Recovery Mode is not available or working.
• It was broken after the MIUI update.

Preparation of tools

You'll need:

• 🖥️ Windows computer (or Linux/macOS driverless ADB).
• 🔌 Cable USB Type-C (original, undamaged).
• 📁 Firmware for your model (download from the official Xiaomi website).
• 🛠️ Mi Flash Tool (for firmware) or ADB/Fastboot.

⚠️ Attention: Fastboot erases all data on your phone. If possible, try copying important files first. ADB pull.

Step-by-step instructions

Algorithm for firmware through Mi Flash Tool:

1. Install ADB and Fastboot drivers (for example, via Mi PC Suite).
2. Unpack the downloaded firmware in the folder (should be a file) flash_all.bat).
3. Put your phone in Fastboot mode: Battery should be charged at least 30%! Turn off phone → Press Power + Volume down until the bunny appears (Fastboot Mode).
4. Connect your phone to your PC and start the Mi Flash Tool.
5. Select the firmware folder and press Flash (Clean All mode recommended).
6. Wait for the end (10-15 minutes) and the phone will reboot automatically.

Important: If the phone goes back to the bootloop after firmware, the memory (eMMC) may be damaged, in which case only a replacement motherboard will help.

5. Hardware malfunctions: when soldering is needed

If none of the software methods worked, the problem is probably hardware. Here are the typical breakdowns and their signs:

⚠️ Note: if the Xiaomi phone stopped turning on after falling into the water, do not dry it with a hairdryer or rice - this will accelerate corrosion.

Self-repair of hardware breakdowns is possible only with the experience of soldering BGA-chips and specialized equipment (sweeping station, microscope) for example, replacing the eMMC requires:

• 🔧 Dismantling the motherboard.
• 🔥 Memory chip interlocking (temperature) ~250°C).
• 📶 Programming a new chip through ISP.

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If the phone doesn’t turn on after a bad firmware, but is detected by a PC in Qualcomm 9008 mode, it can still be restored via EDL Mode. In other cases (for example, a short circuit), repair will cost more than buying a new device.

6. Features for different Xiaomi models

Some Xiaomi smartphones have unique “diseases” that affect recovery methods.

• 📱 Redmi Note 8/9 Pro: They often suffer from a plume dump on the display, which leads to a black screen.
• 📱 Xiaomi Mi A1/A2 (Android One: They need Stock firmware for them ROM Google, not Google. MIUI.
• 📱 POCO F1/F2 Pro: may require unlocking the bootloader before firmware (OEM Unlock in the Developer Settings).
• 📱 Black Shark: have a separate Fastboot mode (Power button) + volume-button).

For flagships (Xiaomi 12/13), there is a problem with overheating of the processor, which can cause sudden reboots. Check the temperature of the case - if it is hot, you may need to replace the thermopast.

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In the models with AMOLED-A black screen when turned on (for example, Xiaomi Mi 11) may be associated with a broken pixel or a malfunction of the display driver. Try to illuminate the screen with a flashlight - if the image is barely visible, the problem is in the backlight.

7.Prevention: How to avoid repeated failures

To prevent Xiaomi phone from going to bootloop again, follow these guidelines:

• 🔄 Update regularly MIUI, Do not install betas unless you are ready for failure.
• 📴 Avoid completely draining the battery (keep the charge at 20–80%).
• 🛡️ Do not install custom firmware without unlocking the bootloader.
• 🔌 Use original chargers (cheap cables can damage the power controller).
• 📱 Clean the cache regularly through Recovery (every 3-6 months).

If you often experiment with firmware, back up NANDroid via TWRP. This will allow you to recover your phone in the event of a crash in 5 minutes.

⚠️ Attention: on Xiaomi phones with Dynamic RAM Expansion: Frequent reboots may be due to a lack of RAM. Turn off this feature in settings (Settings) → The phone. → Memory).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi reboots