How to find out the model of the processor on Xiaomi Android-smartphone: from MIUI to ADB

Have you ever wondered what kind of processor your Xiaomi smartphone has? This information might be needed to install custom firmware, check for compatibility with games, or just out of curiosity. Unfortunately, manufacturers rarely specify the exact model of the chipset on the box or in the basic settings of the device. But there are at least 7 ways to find out this information, from standard MIUI tools to hidden engineering menus.

In this article, we’ll look at all the current methods for Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices, from the budget models on the Snapdragon 4xx to the flagships with Dimensity 9000+. Importantly, some methods require superuser rights, but most work without them. Let’s start with the simplest options and gradually move on to advanced techniques.

1. Through standard MIUI settings (without applications)

The fastest way is to use the built-in operating system tools, which is suitable for all devices on MIUI 12-14 (including the global and Chinese versions).

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
2. Scroll down and select About Phone (or About Phone in English).
3. Tap on All Features (sometimes called Full Specs or Hardware info).
4. Find the processor or chipset string, and you will find the basic information here.

⚠️ Note: Some firmware (especially Chinese) may only display a chipset series instead of an exact model (e.g., "Snapdragon 8 Gen 2" instead of a precise model "SM8550-AB"). In this case, proceed to the following methods.

If all the features are missing, try an alternative path:

• 🔍 In the settings search bar (a magnifier at the top), enter "processor" or "CPU".
• 📱 The results may contain a direct reference to technical data.
• 🔄 If nothing is found, update the firmware in older versions. MIUI (11: This section is often hidden.

2. Use of the CPU-Z application (the most reliable way)

The CPU-Z app is the gold standard for hardware specification, it works on all Xiaomi devices regardless of the MIUI version and does not require root rights. It is free to download from Google Play.

After installation:

1. Open the CPU-Z and wait for the data to be collected (usually 2-3 seconds).
2. Go to the SoC tab (System on Chip).
3. In the Model bar, you will see an exact model of the processor, for example: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (SM8550-AB) MediaTek Dimensity 9200 (MT6985) Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G (SM7325)

💡 Useful advice: Device's tab in CPU-Z Shows the full name of your smartphone model (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Pro) 2304FPSCNC). This will be useful if you are looking for a firmware or modification.

Advantages of CPU-Z:

• 📊 Shows not only the model of the processor, but also the frequency of the cores, architecture (ARMv8/ARMv9), production (4 nm, 5 nm).
• 🔍 Offline – does not require an internet connection.
• 🛡️ It does not contain advertising in the main version (unlike its counterparts).

Check the SoC tab for the processor model |

Open the CPU tab for core frequency |

Explore the Device tab for the smartphone model code |

Check out the Battery tab for battery status-->

3. via the engineering menu (#4636##)

The Android Hidden Engineering Menu contains advanced information about the system, including processor data.

1. Open the phone (calling) application.
2. Enter the combination: ##4636### (some models may require ##225###).
3. Select Phone Information (or Phone Information).

In this menu, pay attention to the lines:

• Baseband version – This is sometimes the chipset model (for example, for Snapdragon, there may be a string like “MSM8998” for Snapdragon 835).
• Hardware is the code name for the platform (e.g., “taro” for Xiaomi 12T Pro on Dimensity 8100-Ultra).

⚠️ Warning: Not all options in the engineering menu are safe to change! avoid Battery information and Usage statistics tabs - accidentally tapping can cause statistics to reset or even reboot the device.

If the #4636### combination doesn’t work, try the alternative codes for Xiaomi:

• 📱 ##225## - Calibration information.
• 🔧 ##36446337## - Equipment test (requires caution!).
• 🔍 ##6484## - Sensor test.

4. ADB commands for advanced users

If you’re familiar with Android Debug Bridge (ADB), you can get your CPU data straight from the terminal, which works even on locked devices (without root).

You'll need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB-driver.
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then return to the Additional Settings → For developers → Debugging by USB).

Next, do it in the command line:

adb shell cat /proc/cpuinfo

In the conclusion, find the lines:

• Hardware is the code name for the platform (e.g., "qcom" for Qualcomm, "mt6768" for MediaTek Helio G90).
• Processor: Architecture and model (e.g., "ARMv8 Processor rev 4 (v8l)" for Snapdragon 865).

For more detailed information, use:

adb shell getprop ro.product.cpu.abi


adb shell getprop ro.hardware

🔹 Critical information: Some Xiaomi devices with MediaTek processors (e.g. Redmi Note) 11 Pro+ 5G) cat /proc/cpuinfo In this case, use the adb shell cat. /sys/devices/soc0/soc_id — It will show a unique chipset identifier.

5.Analysis of the code of the smartphone model

Each Xiaomi model has a unique code (e.g., 2201116PG for the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G) that can be used to identify the processor without disassembling the device.

1. Find out the code of the model: 📄 Look at the box (under the barcode). 📱 In settings: Settings → The phone. → Model. 🔧 Through CPU-Z (dervice).

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💡 Use sites like Kimovil or GSMArena to search for model code, type the code into the search box, and the system will show the full specifications, including the processor.

⚠️ Note: Some devices (e.g. Xiaomi Mix Fold 2) have regional modifications with different processors. For example, the Chinese version may be equipped with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, and global Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. Always specify the region in the model code (letters at the end, for example, 22061218C — Chinese, 22061218G — global).

6. through system files (for users with root)

If you have root access, you can extract the most detailed information about the processor directly from the system files, a method that is suitable for enthusiasts and developers.

Use any root-enabled file manager (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer) and follow the path:

/proc/cpuinfo


or




/sys/devices/system/cpu/cpu0/cpufreq/cpuinfo_max_freq

In the cpuinfo file, look for the lines:

• Model name is the full name of the cores (e.g., "ARMv8 Processor rev 1 (v8l)").
• Features are supported instructions (e.g., "fp asimd aes pmull sha1 sha2 crc32").
• CPU implementer is a core manufacturer (0x41 for ARM, 0x51 for Qualcomm).

For MediaTek processors, check out:

/sys/devices/soc0/soc_id


/sys/devices/soc0/hw_platform

🔹 Key Conclusion: If cpuinfo is specified "aarch64" — Your processor supports 64-bit instructions, which is important for custom firmware and cores.

7. Online IMEI Services (with caution!)

There are online services that supposedly determine the characteristics of a smartphone by IMEI, but this method has serious limitations:

• ✅ Pluses: 🌐 It works without installing applications. 📄 Can show the original configuration (useful for used devices).
• ❌ Cons: 🔒 Risk of leakage IMEI (can be used for tracking). 📛 It often shows inaccurate data (especially for Chinese versions). 🚫 Many services require payment for a “full report".

If you want to try it, use proven resources:

• 🔗 IMEI.info (free but limited).
• 🔗 SND Deep Info (paid but accurate).

⚠️ Attention: Never enter IMEI Fraudsters can use it to clone your device or lock it through a carrier. Use only official manufacturer services to verify it (e.g., Xiaomi authentication).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi processors