How to find out the make and model of Xiaomi phone: all the ways from the box to service codes

You bought a used Xiaomi without a box, lost your documents or just forgot what model you have? Or maybe you want to check if you have a fake instead of the Redmi Note 12 Pro+? You can determine the exact make and modification of a Xiaomi smartphone in a dozen ways, from a banal inspection of the case to hidden engineering menus. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods, including those that work even on locked or defective phones.

It is important to understand that Xiaomi has three levels of device identification: brand (e.g., Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO or Black Shark), series (e.g., Mi 11, Redmi Note 10).

and an accurate model (e.g. M2101K6G or 2201116TI).

The last digits and letters in the article often indicate a region, memory capacity or 5G support, which is critical when choosing firmware or parts, so simply saying "Redmi 9" on the back is not enough: you need to know the full designation.

We've put together ways from the simplest (even a beginner) to the most advanced (for repairmen and enthusiasts). If your phone is on and running, start with the first three methods. If the screen is broken, the device is not on or locked, go straight to the fastboot and external inspection sections. And if you doubt the authenticity, be sure to check the IMEI!

Inspection of the shell and packaging: where to look for marking

The most obvious, but often ignored, way is to take a close look at the device and its configuration, and the manufacturer labels it in a few standard places, and some models are duplicated.

Where to look:

• 📦 Box: The barcode sticker usually shows the model (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro) 5G) and the article (e.g, 2201116TI). On new devices, the sticker may be under film.
• 📱 Rear panel: The series name is often engraved under the logo or next to the camera (e.g., "Mi") 10T»). In some models (for example, POCO F3) stain-marking.
• 🔋 Battery: If you take your phone apart, there may be a sticker with an article on the battery (for example, a battery, BM4D For the Redmi Note 9 Pro).
• 📄 Documents: sometimes the full name of the model is prescribed in the warranty card or check.

If you have a box or phone that says, for example, "Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra," but the article doesn't match the official data (check on Xiaomi's website), you have a clone. Also, on the original devices, the labeling is laser-engraved or high-quality, not paint.

2. Through MIUI settings: step-by-step instruction

If the phone is powered on and you have access to the system, the quickest way is to look at the settings menu, which works on all versions of MIUI (10 to 14) and does not require root permissions.

How to check:

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Scroll down and select About Phone (or About Device on newer versions).
3. Here you will see: The model of the device (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro) is a simplified name. The model number (e.g. M2101K6G) is the exact article for finding firmware. The version of MIUI (e.g. MIUI Global 14.0.5) is useful for updates.

On some firmware (e.g., POCO), the path may be slightly different: Settings → System → About Phone → Model. If you have custom firmware (e.g., LineageOS), the model name may not be displayed correctly – in this case, use other methods.

Open "Settings"|Find the "About the Phone" section"|Write down "Model number" (article)|Check the version. MIUI-->

Attention! on some devices (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T) The full article is not displayed in the settings, but only part of it (for example, 22081212C instead 22081212CG). The last letters may indicate the region:

• G is the global version (Global)
• C - China (China),
• I — India (India),
• R — Russia (Russia).

This is critical when choosing a firmware!

3. With the help of engineering codes: ##4636## and others

If the settings menu is not available (for example, due to a system failure) or you want to get advanced information, you can use the service. USSD-They work on all Xiaomi smartphones, regardless of the version. MIUI.

The basic codes for model verification:

To use the code:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination (e.g. ##4636##) and click on the drop-down result.
3. In the Device Information menu, find the line Model of the Device or Model Number.

Critical nuance: on fake Xiaomi service codes either do not work, or show data from another device (for example, instead of Redmi can display Samsung). If after entering *#06# IMEI does not match the fact that the box is 100% fake.

4. via Fastboot mode: for locked or faulty phones

If the phone is not turned on, locked with a pattern lock or stuck on the logo MI, You can determine the model through fastboot mode. This method requires a computer with drivers installed. ADB/Fastboot, But it works even on bricks».

Instructions:

1. Turn off the phone (if it freezes, press the power button for 10-15 seconds).
2. Press the Power Button + Volume down until the Fastboot logo appears.
3. Connect your phone to your computer via USB.
4. Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (Mac/Linux) and type: fastboot devices If the drivers are installed correctly, you will see the serial number of the device (for example, 1a2b3c4d).
5. The answer will be an article, for example: product: tissot (this is Redmi Note 7) or product: sweet (Redmi Note 10 Pro).

If the fastboot getvar product team doesn’t work, try:

fastboot getvar all

In the output, look for the version-bootloader or serialno lines – these often contain the model code.

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If you don’t have a computer but the phone loads into fastboot, take a picture of the screen with the Fastboot logo – the model is sometimes displayed at the bottom (e.g., MSM8953 for Redmi 5 Plus).

Attention! On some new models (e.g. Xiaomi 13 or POCO F5), the fastboot getvar command may be blocked for security reasons, in which case use the ADB method (described below) or external inspection.

5. via ADB: for advanced users

If the phone is turned on but the settings are restricted (for example, because of a password), you can connect to ADB (Android Debug Bridge) and pull out the model information, which requires USB debugging enabled, but works even on locked devices (if debugging was enabled earlier).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the phone to your computer and allow debugging over USB (if the screen is locked but debugging has been enabled before, this step can be skipped).
2. Open the command line and type: Adb devices Make sure the device is identified (serial number should appear).
3. Enter the command to get the model: adb shell getprop ro.product.model Example response: M2101K6G (Redmi Note 10 Pro).
4. To get a full list of characteristics, use: adb shell getprop Look for lines with ro.product, ro.build or ro.boot.

If USB debugging has not been enabled before, this method will not work, in which case only hardware methods (viewing the case, battery) or fastboot remain.

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The adb shell getprop ro.product.model command shows the exact article of the model, which is needed to search for firmware on sites like Xiaomi Firmware Updater.

6.According to IMEI: Authentication and Model Determination

IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) is a unique identifier for your phone that not only identifies the model, but also checks to see if the device is blacklisted (for example, as stolen), which works even if the phone is not turned on, but requires access to a box, battery or label under the battery.

How to find out the model by IMEI:

1. Find the IMEI in one of the ways: On the box (on the barcode sticker). Under the battery (if removable). Through the code *#06# (if the phone turns on). Under the settings: About the phone → General information → IMEI.
2. Go to one of the verification services: IMEI.info (paid expanded report), IMEI24.com (free basic information), Xiaomi Official website (enter IMEI in the support section).

Enter the IMEI and get data about the model, production date and region.

If IMEI identifies a model that doesn’t match the box or phone (e.g., the Xiaomi Mi 11 shows the Redmi 9A), here’s the following:

• 🔄 Re-imbroidered device (for example, the Chinese version with a changed firmware).
• 🚨 Fake (a clone under the Xiaomi brand).
• ⚠️ The phone after repair (replaced the communication module, and IMEI doesn't match).

In such cases, we recommend you to check the serial number on the official Xiaomi website.

7.Serial number: official check on Xiaomi website

Serial Number (S/N) is another unique identifier that is linked to a particular device and can be used to verify authenticity and warranty status on Xiaomi’s official website.

Where to get the serial number:

• 📦 On the box (near the IMEI).
• 📱 In settings: About the phone → General information → Serial number.
• 🔧 Fastboot (Fastboot Getvar Serialno).
• 🔋 Under the battery (on the sticker).

How to check:

1. Go to the support page of Xiaomi Verify.
2. Enter the serial number and the captcha.
3. The system will show the model, the date of activation and the status of the warranty.

If a site is running an error called “Invalid Serial Number,” it can mean:

• You entered the number with a typo (check the symbols O and 0, I and 1).
• The device is not original (forged or grey imports).
• The phone was reflashed with a change in serial number (found on Chinese versions).

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Officially checking the serial number is the only way to make sure that your Xiaomi is not fake and is listed in the manufacturer’s database.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi model definition