How to find out the temperature of the processor on Xiaomi: all methods + heating standards

Why it’s important to monitor the temperature of the processor on Xiaomi

Overheating of the smartphone is one of the most common problems in Xiaomi, Redmi and other devices. POCO, Especially on budget models with Snapdragon processors 4xx/6xx High temperatures not only reduce performance, but can also cause the device to automatically shut down or even damage the battery, such as playing Genshin Impact or recording video in a video game. 4K chip temperature can reach 90–95°C is the critical threshold after which trottling (forced frequency reduction) begins).

In this article, you will learn how to accurately measure the temperature of the processor on any Xiaomi smartphone, from old models like the Redmi Note 4X to the flagship Xiaomi 14 Ultra. We will look at both standard methods through settings, hidden engineering menus, as well as specialized applications.

Method 1: Built-in Battery Status Menu (without applications)

The easiest way to check the temperature of the processor is to use the hidden menu Battery Status, which is on all Xiaomi smartphones with a MIUI shell. This method does not require the installation of third-party programs and works even on locked devices.

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##
• 🔍 In the menu that appears, select Battery Status (or Battery Information in English firmware).
• 🌡️ See the Temperature bar – here is the current battery temperature, which is usually 5-10.°C below processor temperature.
• 🔄 For more accurate data, run the load (such as a game or an AnTuTu test) and update the metrics.

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO F3 or Redmi K50) This menu can be blocked. If nothing happens after you enter the code, try the method of using the code. ADB or third-party applications.

The advantage of this method is that it's fast and it's risk-free, but it's the temperature of the battery, not the temperature of the processor directly.

Method 2: MTK Engineering Menu (for MediaTek processors)

If your Xiaomi is running on a MediaTek chip (like the Helio G88, Dimensity 700, or Helio G96), you can use the hidden MTK Engineer Mode engineering menu, which gives you access to detailed telemetry, including the temperature of the CPU, GPU, and even individual cores.

How to open it:

1. Enter the dialer code ##36446337## (or #364463## on some firmware).
2. Go to the Hardware Testing → Thermal section.
3. Here you will see a list of sensors: CPU Thermal – processor temperature; GPU Thermal – graphics accelerator temperature; Battery Thermal – battery temperature.

This menu also checks the maximum temperature limits for your model (Thermal Limit). For example, for the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ with Dimensity 920, the critical threshold is 105°C, after which an emergency shutdown is triggered.

Method 3: Monitoring applications (CPU Monitor, AIDA64, DevCheck)

The app side is the most versatile way to check the temperature, as they work on any Xiaomi model, regardless of the processor. We tested 5 popular utilities and selected the three most accurate ones:

Recommendation: Use the CPU Monitor for continuous monitoring, which can send notifications when you exceed a predetermined threshold (e.g. 80°C). If you need detailed technical data, choose AIDA64.

Make sure your smartphone is at least 30% charged |Close all background apps |Disable energy-saving mode |Run the app and give it access to sensors-->

Method 4: ADB-Teams for Advanced Users

If standard methods don’t work (e.g., on Xiaomi 13T with the engineering menu blocked), you can get data through Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires a connection to a computer, but gives the most accurate and detailed data.

Instructions:

1. Install ADB Tools on your PC.
2. Turn on USB Debugging on your smartphone (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version – press 7 times, then go back to Settings → Additional → For Developers).
3. Connect your phone to your PC and type in the command line: adb shell cat /sys/class/thermal/thermal_zone*/temp This will display the temperature of all sensors (in milligrades Celsius – divide the value by 1000).

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Temperatures above 90°C, even under load, are a reason to contact a service center. Prolonged overheating reduces the battery life by 2-3 times.

What to do if the processor on Xiaomi overheats

If you find that the temperature of the CPU is constantly inflated, follow this algorithm:

1. Clean the case of dust. Use a soft brush or compressed air balloon (especially for active cooling devices like the Black Shark 4 Pro).
2. Remove the case. Dense silicone or leather covers reduce heat output by 10-15%.
3. Update your firmware. Newer versions of MIUI often optimize power consumption. Check for updates in Settings → About Phone → System Update.
4. Limit background processes. In Settings → Applications → Autorun, disable autoboot for unnecessary programs.
5. Use a cooling stand. For gaming smartphones (like Redmi K50 Gaming), this reduces the temperature by 5-10 ° C.
6. Reset. If overheating started after the update, reset via Settings → Additional → Restore and Reset.

If nothing helps, a hardware malfunction, such as a detached radiator or a damaged thermal paste, can be the cause, in which case we recommend contacting Xiaomi Service Center (addresses can be found on the website mi.com).

FAQ: Frequent questions about processor temperature on Xiaomi