The charging screen (or touchscreen display) is one of the most vulnerable parts of Xiaomi's smartphone. Falling on asphalt, hitting a hard surface, or even bad pressure in your pocket can lead to cracks, broken pixels or complete sensor failure, POCO or flagship model Xiaomi 13 stopped responding to touches, show artifacts or not included at all – the problem is most likely in the display module.
In this article, we will discuss how to replace the charging screen on Xiaomi smartphones without going to the service center. You will learn what tools you need, how to properly disassemble the device, where to buy an original or high-quality analogue of the screen, and what hidden pitfalls await beginners during the first repair. We will also give tips on diagnosis, because sometimes the problem lies not in the display, but in the plume, battery or motherboard.
We warn you right away that changing the screen is a medium-sized operation that requires care and patience, if you've never held a Pentalobe screwdriver or you don't know what it is. BGA-The soldering iron may be best left to the professionals, but if you're willing to take the risk, follow our instructions Step-by-step.
1. Diagnosis: Is the screen really to blame?
Before you order a new display, make sure that it is the one that is the problem. The symptoms of a Xiaomi screen malfunction may coincide with the breakdowns of other components.
- 🔍 Cracks or chips on the glass are the most obvious signal, but even if the display is complete, the problem may be the detachment of the plume.
- 🖥️ Artifacts in the image: stripes, flickering, broken pixels, sometimes indicating damage to the matrix or graphics chip.
- 👆 Touchscreen is not working (partially or fully) Check if the screen responds to touch in Safe Mode (press the power button). → Reboot in Safe Mode).
- 🔋 The phone doesn't turn on, but it vibrates or makes sounds, and it may have damaged the backlight plume or the connector on the board.
If a Xiaomi smartphone falls into the water or is subjected to a strong vibration (for example, after falling from a height), the problem can be complex, in such cases, replacing the screen without checking the board can be fraught with re-repair.
⚠️ Warning: If the phone doesn’t respond to charging (the indicator doesn’t burn, the PC doesn’t detect), check first. USB-It's probably not the screen, it's the power controller.
2. Selection of a new screen: original vs. analog
Part quality is responsible for 90% of repair success, and there are three types of screens available for Xiaomi:
| Screen type | Pluses | Cons | Price (roughly) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Original (OEM) | 100% compatibility, perfect color reproduction, no touchscreen issues | It is hard to find for old models. | 5,000 to 15,000. ₽ |
| Quality analogue (A+) | Cheaper than the original, often indistinguishable in characteristics | Color reproduction may be worse, Auto Brightness may be a problem | 2,500 to 8,000 ₽ |
| Budgetary analogue (Copy) | Low price, quick delivery | Bad touchscreen, distorted colors, short service life | 1,000 to 3,500 ₽ |
Where to buy:
- 🛒 Xiaomi’s official service centers are a guarantee of the original, but the prices are high.
When choosing, pay attention to:
- 🔧 Type of connector (new Xiaomi models may have a different plume connector).
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Before buying, check if the screen comes with adhesive tape for frames and plumes. Often they have to be purchased separately.
3. Required tools for replacement
Without the right tools, it is almost impossible to disassemble Xiaomi without damaging the case or plumes. Here is a complete list of what you will need:
- 🔧 Screwdriver kit: Pentalobe P2 (for the screws of the shell), Phillips PH00 (for internal screws, Torx T3/T4 (for some).
- 🧲 Magnetic mat or tray – not to lose small screws (in Xiaomi there can be 20 of them)+ piece!).
- 📱 Plastic mediators / blades - for careful smearing of the body and disconnection of plumes.
- 🔥 Dryer or thermoair station - for softening the glue (especially important for models with frameless display).
- 🧴 Isopropyl alcohol (90%+) — Cleaning contacts and removing glue residues.
- 📦 New bilateral scotch or glue (for example, 3M 9448A or Tesa 61395).
- 🔋 Battery suction or suction cup - for screen removal (required for models with OLED-display).
For models with in-screen fingerprint scanner (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T or Redmi K50) need to:
- 🔄 Programmer for data transfer (if the scanner is built into the display module).
- 💻 PC with Mi Flash Tool or QFil installed – for firmware of the new screen.
⚠️ Note: Xiaomi models after 2021 often use adhesive with shape memory (for example, in the case of the first two years of the year, LOCA). You can’t just heat it and remove it – you will need a special one. UV-glue and ultraviolet lamp to fix the new screen.
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4. Step-by-step instructions for replacing the screen
Xiaomi’s disassembly differs depending on the model, but the overall algorithm is the same. 11 (similarly Redmi/POCO 2020–2023 year-end).
Step 1: Turning off and disassembling the body
1. Turn off your smartphone and remove the tray for SIM-map.
2. heat the screen edge with a hair dryer (temperature) ~60°C) for 2-3 minutes to soften the glue.
3. Carefully tuck the display with a plastic spatula, starting at the bottom edge (where the charging connector is located). Use the suction cup to lift evenly.
Step 2: Disconnecting the plumes
1. Unscrew screws that fix the metal plate over the plumes (usually 4-6 Phillips screws) PH00).
2. Carefully disconnect the cable connectors of the display and touchscreen with a shoulder blade.
3. If the screen has a fingerprint scanner, turn off the additional plume (usually marked as FPC).
Step 3: Remove the old screen and clean up
1. Remove the damaged display completely. If it's held on glue, warm it up again.
2 Remove the glue residue from the frame of the case with isopropyl alcohol and a napkin without pile.
3. Check the integrity of the sealing gum (if any) - if damaged, replace it.
Step 4: Install a new screen
1. Remove the protective film from the new display and apply a new double-sided tape around the perimeter of the frame.
2. Connect the new screen plumes to the motherboard (first touchscreen, then display).
3. Carefully place the screen in place, starting at the top. Press it evenly, avoiding distortion.
4. Twistle all screws and check the touchscreen until final assembly.
Step 5: Verification and Assembly
1. Connect your smartphone to charge and turn it on.
- 📱 Does the screen react to touch.
- 🎨 Are there any broken pixels or stripes.
- 🔋 Does the autobrightness work (if the light sensor is built into the display).
2 If everything works, put the body in reverse order. Make sure all gaps are uniform.
What if the screen doesn’t work after replacement?
5. Features of screen replacement on popular Xiaomi models
Not all Xiaomi smartphones are understood in the same way, here are the key nuances for the most common series:
| Model | Features of disassembly | Typical problems |
|---|---|---|
| Redmi Note 10/11/12 | The screen is glue-on, the plumes are fragile, the fingerprint scanner in the power button is not tied to the display. | Often falls off the plume of illumination with careless assembly. |
| POCO X3/X4/X5 | Thick body, screws under rubber plugs, screen with OLED-Matrix - afraid of overheating. | After replacement, you may not work Always-on Display (need firmware). |
| Xiaomi 12/13 Series | Complex screen attachment system (glue) + In-display fingerprint scanner -- requires data transfer. | High risk of damaging the flexible plume of the camera during disassembly. |
| Redmi 9/9A/9C | Simple design, screen on latches. The plumes are wide, hard to damage. | Cheap analogues often have poor color reproduction. |
For models with curved screens (for example, Xiaomi Mi Mix) 2/3 Black Shark: The replacement process is more complicated:
- 🔧 Special glue is required to fix the edges.
- 📏 You need to align the display exactly, otherwise there will be gaps.
- 💡 Often break sensors approach / illumination with careless assembly.
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In the Xiaomi models with AMOLED-screens (e.g. Redmi) K40 Xiaomi 11T) After the display is replaced, you may need to calibrate the colors via the engineering menu (##6484## or ##3644633##).
6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them
Even experienced wizards sometimes make mistakes when replacing Xiaomi’s screen, and here are the most common mistakes and ways to prevent them:
- 🔌 Train damage -- never pull the wires, just the connector! Use a plastic spatula.
- 🔥 Overheating the screen with a hairdryer - keep the temperature not above 60-70°C, otherwise damage the matrix or battery.
- 🧲 Loss of screws -- spread them out in order on a magnetic mat. Rotors of different lengths!
- 📱 Installation of the tape wrong, if the glue gets on the plumes, the screen won't work.
- 🔋 Forgot to turn off the battery - before working with plumes, be sure to disconnect the battery (or at least discharge the phone to 0%).
Another common problem is that the touchscreen is broken after replacement, and the reasons may be:
- 🔌 The sleeve is not fully connected (check the latch of the connector).
- 📱 The screen is not original and requires firmware (relevant to Xiaomi) 12/13).
- 🔧 Damaged touchscreen controller on the motherboard (needs soldering iron repair).
⚠️ Note: If Xiaomi's screen starts showing green/purple stripes after the replacement, the matrix or plume is likely damaged. In this case, even the original display won't help - you need a card diagnostic.
7. Screen firmware: when it is needed and how to do it
In recent Xiaomi models (starting with the Redmi Note 10 Pro and Xiaomi 11 Series), the screen with the built-in fingerprint scanner requires firmware after replacement.
- 👆 The fingerprint scanner doesn't recognize your fingers.
- 🔍 Always-on Display is not enabled.
- 🎨 Colors can be distorted (especially on cheap analogues).
You'll need firmware.
- Computer with Windows and drivers Qualcomm/QDLoader.
- Mi Flash Tool or QFil (for Snapdragon)
- Firmware file for your model (you can download it at xiaomifirmwareupdater.com).
- USB Type-C cable (preferably original)
Instructions:
- Turn off the phone and turn to Fastboot mode (clip Volume Down + Power).
- Connect to your PC and start the Mi Flash Tool.
- Select a firmware file (.tgz or.zip) and press Flash.
- Wait for the end (5-10 minutes). The phone will reboot automatically.
For models on Mediatek (e.g. Redmi) 10C or POCO M4 Pro) use SP Flash Tool.The algorithm is similar, but it may require unlocking the bootloader (OEM Unlock in the Developer Settings).
How to unlock the bootloader on Xiaomi?
8. How much does it cost to replace the screen in the service vs. independently
The price of the repair depends on the Xiaomi model and the type of screen. Here are the approximate prices for 2026:
| Model | Screen price (original) | Cost of service work | Total (service) | Total (independently) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redmi Note 10/11 | 4 000 – 6 000 ₽ | 1 500 – 2 500 ₽ | 5 500 – 8 500 ₽ | 4 000 – 6 000 ₽ |
| POCO X3 Pro | 5 000 – 7 000 ₽ | 2 000 – 3 000 ₽ | 7 000 – 10 000 ₽ | 5 000 – 7 000 ₽ |
| Xiaomi 12/13 | 8 000 – 12 000 ₽ | 3 000 – 5 000 ₽ | 11 000 – 17 000 ₽ | 8 000 – 12 000 ₽ |
| Redmi 9A/9C | 2 000 – 3 500 ₽ | 1 000 – 1 500 ₽ | 3 000 – 5 000 ₽ | 2 000 – 3 500 ₽ |
Self-replacement is more profitable by 30-50%, but consider:
- ⚖️ The risk of damage to the phone – if you are mistaken, repairs in the service will cost more.
- ⏳ Time – the first time disassembly can take 2-3 hours.
- 🔧 Tools – if they are not, you will have to buy more (from 1000) ₽).
It is best to repair your own budget models (Redmi). 9/10, POCO M3), wherein the savings 1 500–3 000 ₽. For flagships (Xiaomi) 13 Ultra) less difference and higher risks.
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If you’ve never repaired a smartphone, start by practicing on an old phone or practice on Xiaomi’s disassembly of YouTube videos (Fixez or Repair Universe channels).