Have you ever wondered what kind of processor is installed in your Xiaomi smartphone? This information may be needed to check compatibility with games, evaluate performance before buying a used device or choosing a custom firmware. Unfortunately, the name of the chipset is rarely listed on the box or in the basic characteristics of the phone — it has to be searched manually.
In this article, we will discuss 5 working ways to find out the model of the processor on any Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO device – from standard Android settings to hidden engineering menus and ADB commands. All methods are tested on current MIUI 14/15 firmware and work even on locked phones. And if you need not only the name, but also detailed characteristics of the chipset (kernel, frequency, process), we will show you how to get them without disassembling the device.
1. The easiest way: through the settings of the phone
On most Xiaomi smartphones, the processor information is hidden in the About Phone menu, but it's not always obvious.
- Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
- Scroll down and select About Phone (or About Device on some firmware).
- Tap a few times on the MIUI version until you get a message You are a developer! (this will unlock hidden options).
- Go back to the main Settings menu and find a new Developer section (usually at the bottom of the list).
- Inside, scroll to the Hardware block – here will be a processor string called the chipset (for example, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 or Mediatek Dimensity 9200).
⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO X3 Pro or Redmi Note 10) in this menu only displays the processor architecture (for example, arm64), Not the exact model, so you can move on to the following.
Check out the MIUI version (update if it is outdated)
Reboot your phone and repeat the steps.
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Applications for diagnostics: CPU-Z and AIDA64
If the system settings didn't show the name of the chipset, the specialized utilities will give you the full information in a few seconds.
- 📱 CPU-Z (Free, no ads) — shows the processor model, number of cores, frequency, architecture and even the temperature of the chipset in real time.
- 🔍 AIDA64 (paid version with trial period – provides advanced data, including supported instructions (ARMv8, NEON), cash L1/L2 And even the motherboard information. Download it to Google Play.
How to use:
- Install one of the applications and open it.
- In CPU-Z, go to the SoC tab (System on Chip) – the first line will be the name of the processor (for example, Snapdragon 778G 5G).
- In AIDA64, select CPU → CPU – this displays the model, the number of threads and even Revision (chipset revision).
💡 Useful advice: B AIDA64 You can save your hardware report to a.txt or.html file, which is useful when you sell your phone or call a service center. To do this, click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Report → Save the report.
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3. Engineering menu: hidden codes for Xiaomi
Xiaomi smartphones have a hidden engineering menu where you can find detailed information about hardware, including the processor, which works even without root rights, but requires entering special codes.
Here are two universal codes:
- #4636## – Opens the Testing menu, where the Device Information tab will have the Hardware line with the name of the chipset.
- ##225## – the Calculator will show, but if you enter =>4 (press 4), the menu with the data about the processor will open (does not work on all models).
⚠️ Warning: Do not change the settings in the engineering menu unless you know their destination! For example, the BandMode item is responsible for network frequencies, and its reset may lead to loss of communication.
What if the code doesn't work?
4. Through ADB: for advanced users
If you need to know the processor on Xiaomi without installing apps (like a restricted phone), you can use ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires a computer but gives a 100% accurate result.
Instructions:
- Download and install Platform Tools (the official tool from Google).
- Turn on the phone Debugging over USB (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version → 7 times tap → go back to Settings → For developers → Debugging over USB).
- Connect your phone to your PC via cable and open the Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (Mac/Linux) in the folder with the platform-tools.
- Enter the command: Adb shell cat /proc/cpuinfo In the answer, find the Hardware string – this is the processor model (for example, qcom for Snapdragon or the qcom for Snapdragon). mt6768 for Helio G90T).
For a more readable conclusion, use the command:
adb shell getprop ro.product.cpu.abiIt will show the architecture (e.g. arm64-v8a) and the chipset model in some firmware.
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ADB-Teams work even on locked phones if debugging is enabled USB. This is the only way to find out the iron without unlocking the loader.
5. By serial number or phone model
If the phone doesn't turn on or you don't have access to its menu, you can identify the name of the processor by the model of the device.
- Find a phone model: On the box (e.g. Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G or M2101K6G) on the sticker under the lid (if the battery is removable). via IMEI on IMEI.info (enter *#06# to get IMEI).
- Check the model specifications on official resources: Xiaomi website (Support → Specifications section), GSMArena database (enter the model in search), Device Partners service (to check the originality of iron).
Example: if you have Xiaomi 13 Ultra (model 23117PN5BC), then the manufacturer’s website indicates the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset with a clock speed of up to 3.2 GHz.
| Xiaomi model | Code name | Processor | Process technology (nm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G | rubens | Mediatek Dimensity 1080 | 6 |
| POCO F5 Pro | marble | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | 4 |
| Xiaomi 13 Lite | taoyao | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | 4 |
| Redmi 12C | fog | Mediatek Helio G85 | 12 |
🔹 Important: In some markets (e.g. India or China), the same model may come with different processors, POCO X4 Pro 5G The global version is equipped with the Snapdragon 695, and the Indian version is equipped with Dimensity 810!
6. Physical disassembly: an extreme case
If the phone doesn't turn on and the serial number is erased, the last way to do that is to take the device apart and look at the markings on the chipset itself, which is risky (you can damage the plumes or lose the warranty), but sometimes necessary.
How to do this:
- Turn off the phone and remove it. SIM-map.
- Heat the back cover with a hairdryer (temperature ~60°C) or use a suction cup and plastic mediator to open gently.
- Remove the metal screen (if any) – the chipset is usually located below it, next to RAM.
- Find a large chip labeled: Qualcomm: starts with APQ, MSM or SM (e.g., SM8450 is Snapdragon 8 Gen 1). Mediatek: starts with MT (e.g., MT6893 - Dimensity 1200). Samsung Exynos: starts with S5E or Exynos.
⚠️ Warning: Disassembly voids Xiaomi warranty and can cause battery damage (risk of fire if handled carelessly!).If you are unsure of your skills, contact the service center.
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Before disassembling, take a picture of all the plumes and screws, which will help you put the phone back together properly. Use a magnetic screwdriver to keep the small details from being lost.