How to Check for NFC in Xiaomi Phone: From 2018 to 2026

Xiaomi’s NFC chip allows you to pay for purchases contactlessly, read tags, transfer files, and even manage a smart home. But not all Redmi, POCO, or Mi models have this module — especially in the budget segment. If you’re not sure whether your Xiaomi supports NFC technology, this article will help you figure out without going to the service center.

We've put together 5 proven ways, from looking at specifications to hidden engineering menus, some that work on all versions of MIUI (including MIUI 14 and HyperOS), others that require third-party apps, and you'll learn why NFC might not work even if it's on your phone, and how to fix it.

Importantly, some Xiaomi models (like the Redmi Note 10 or the POCO X3 Pro) have regional differences, with some countries selling NFC versions and others not.

1. Check through phone settings (the fastest way)

If the NFC chip is built into the device, it can be enabled through a standard menu, which works on MIUI 12/13/14 and HyperOS, but may vary depending on the model.

Open Settings → Connection and Sharing → NFC. If there is no NFC option in this section, try an alternative path:

• 🔍 Settings → Additionally. → Wireless networks → NFC (old-form MIUI)
• 📱 Settings → Google → Device and sharing → NFC (If you use Google Pay)
• 🔄 Notification panel → Long-term tapping of the icon "NFC" (if there is)

If you don't have NFC in your settings, it doesn't mean it's not physically there -- it may be disabled at the firmware level. Go to the next way.

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On some Xiaomi models (for example, Mi 11 Lite) NFC It appears in the settings only after insertion SIM-Cards with contactless payment support.

2.Use of the engineering menu (codes ##)

Hidden service menus allow you to check hardware components, including NFC-Enter one of these codes in the phone app:

• 📞 ##4636## → Go to the phone information tab and search for the line NFC
• 🔧 ##284## - Test of wireless modules (on some firmware)
• 🛠️ ##36446337## - Advanced diagnostics (not working on all models)

If after entering the code, a message appears "Connect to the server..." or nothing happens, then:

• ❌ The code is not supported by your firmware (especially for HyperOS)
• ❌ Module NFC physically absent

3. Verification through applications (Play Market)

If standard methods don't work, install one of these applications. They scan the hardware components and show if they're available. NFC-chip:

Note: If applications like CPU-Z or AIDA64 don’t have an NFC string in the sensor section, it means that the module is physically absent – it can’t be activated programmatically.

CPU-Z|AIDA64|DevCheck|NFC Tools|Other|Not using.-->

4. Physical examination of the phone (for advanced users)

If you are not afraid to take your phone apart, you can visually check the presence of the phone. NFC-It's usually located on antennas:

• 📱 Under the back cover, near the battery (in models with a removable battery, for example, Redmi). 4X)
• 🔋 Under the metal battery plate (in Xiaomi Mi 9, Mi 10)
• 🛠️ On the motherboard - look for a chip with a marking NXP (for example, PN547, SN100)

The inspection will require:

• 🔧 Plastic blade for opening the body
• 🔍 Loop or macro camera lens
• 📸 Lights (the antenna can be transparent)

⚠️ Note: Disassembling Xiaomi phone without experience can lead to damage to plumes or loss of tightness (relevant for models with protection) IP53, For example, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+). If you are not sure, you should use other methods.

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Verification by phone model (database)

The most reliable way is to check the official specifications of your model, and here is a table with popular Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones, where you can see the presence of NFC:

A full list of NFC models can be found:

• 🌍 On the official website of Xiaomi (Section Specifications)
• 📊 GSMArena (Connectivity tab)
• 🛒 In the product card on Amazon or AliExpress (look for the line) NFC: Yes)

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Even if NFC is specified in the specifications, it depends on regional firmware, for example, Chinese versions of the Redmi K50 often lack this feature, while global versions support it.

6.Why NFC may not work even if it does

If all the checks showed that the phone has NFC, but it does not turn on or read the tags, the reasons may be as follows:

• 🔄 Outdated firmware: B MIUI Up to version 12.5, there were bugs with the work NFC (Especially on the Redmi Note 9 Pro. Update the software via Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 📱 Regional restrictions: Some models (e.g, POCO F3) have NFC Only in European versions (EEA). Check the markings on the box.
• 🛠️ Damaged antenna: If the phone fell or disassembled, the antenna contacts could have moved away.
• 🔒 Operator-Blocked: On carrier-based phones (e.g. Xiaomi from MTS or Beeline) NFC It can be turned off software.

To diagnose the problem:

1. Try resetting your network settings: Settings → System → Settings Reset → Reset your Wi-Fi, mobile network, and Bluetooth settings.
2. Install an alternative NFC application (like Trigger or NFC TagWriter) and see if it detects the chip.
3. If nothing helps, do a full reset via Settings → About Phone → Reset settings (pre-reverse!).

⚠️ Note: On HyperOS phones (such as Xiaomi 14) you may need to re-assign Google Pay or Mi Pay after a reset – prepare your bank card to reactivate.

FAQ: Frequent questions about NFC in Xiaomi