How to know exactly the model of your smartphone Xiaomi: from the box to the engineering menu

Why it is important to know the exact model of your Xiaomi smartphone

Have you ever tried to find a case or accessory for your Xiaomi, but the seller asked you to name the exact model, and you couldn't remember? Or maybe after updating the firmware device began to glittle, and the service center requires you to specify a modification for diagnosis? Situations when you need to know exactly the model of your smartphone, the mass - from banal buying spare parts to solving technical problems.

Xiaomi makes dozens of models every year, with many of them bearing similar names (e.g. Redmi Note 10 vs Redmi Note 10 Pro vs Redmi Note 10S). A single-letter error can lead to an incompatible accessory or even a firmware brick. In this article, we’ll look at all the possible ways to define a model, from obvious to hidden, that work even on locked or faulty devices.

Method 1: View on a box or in the documentation

The easiest, but often ignored, method is to check the original packaging, and on the box of any Xiaomi smartphone (be it the Mi 11, POCO X3 or Redmi 9A) it is always indicated:

• 📦 Full name of the model (for example, Redmi Note 11 Pro) 5G)
• 🔢 Serial number (IMEI)
• 📄 Article (Model Number, for example) 2201116PG For the Redmi Note 11 Pro+)

Where to look? Usually, the information is on:

• 📦 The bottom of the box (under the barcode)
• 📄 Warranty card (if retained)
• 📋 Sticker on the device itself (under the battery or on the slot) SIM-map)

⚠️ Warning: If you bought your phone with your hands, the box may be from another model.

Method 2: Android Settings (Works on 99% of Devices)

If the phone is powered on and you have access to the system, the quickest way is to look at the settings.The instruction is universal for all Xiaomi MIUI-based smartphones (including POCO and Black Shark):

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Scroll down and select About Phone (or About Device on newer versions of MIUI).
3. Click on the Model – the full name (e.g. Mi 11 Ultra) and the internal code (e.g. M2102K1G) will be here.

On some devices, the path may be slightly different:

• 📱 POCO F3: Settings → The phone. → General information → Model
• 📱 Redmi 9T: Settings → System system → The phone. → Model
• 📱 Black Shark 4: Settings → The phone. → Device information

If you only see the model code (e.g. 22041216UC) on this menu, don't be alarmed, that's okay. We'll explain how to decipher these designations below.

Method 3: Use USSD-codes (works even without codes) SIM-map)

Not everyone knows, but Xiaomi smartphones have hidden engineering codes that allow you to get technical information without accessing the settings.

How do you enter codes?

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination (as if you were dialing a number).
3. Press the call button and the engineering menu will open.

⚠️ Note: Some firmware (especially custom) may have the engineering codes disabled. If nothing happens after you enter, move on to the next method.

Method 4: IMEI (the most reliable method for locked phones)

IMEI is a unique identifier for your device that can tell you what your model is, even if your phone is not switched on or locked. Where do you get it?

• 📱 On the device itself: dial *#06# and a 15-digit number will appear.
• 📦 On the box or under the battery (if removable).
• 🖥️ In your Mi Account (if your phone is tied).

When you have an IMEI, you have to decipher it.

1. Go to IMEI.info (or similar service).
2. Enter your IMEI in the search box.
3. In the results, find the Model bar – here will be the exact model (for example, Redmi Note 10 Pro (sweet)).

Example of decryption: IMEI: 863547041234567 → Model: Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro (joyeuse).

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If a site with IMEI asks for payment for full information, try the free alternatives: IMEI24 or SNDeeP. They often show a model even without registration.

Method 5: Through Fastboot Mode (for switched off or "bricks")

If the phone doesn’t turn on but is responding to the charging connection (the indicator is on), you can try Fastboot mode, which works even on completely dead devices, as long as the motherboard is not damaged.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the phone (if it is on, hold the power button for 10+ seconds).
2. Press and hold the Power button + Volume down until the Fastboot logo appears.
3. Connect your phone to your PC via USB.
4. On your computer, open the Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (Mac/Linux) and type: fastboot devices If the device is defined, type: fastboot getvar product The response will be the model code (for example, product: sweet for Redmi Note 10 Pro).

If you don’t have fastboot on your PC, download Google’s Platform Tools and unpack it into a separate folder.

⚠️ Note: On certain devices (e.g, POCO F1) The fastboot getvar product command may return the error. In this case, try fastboot getvar all and find the line with the model or product in the output.

Method 6: By external signs (if the phone does not respond)

When a smartphone is completely faulty (not on, not detected by a PC), it is left to rely on visual differences. Xiaomi has a few key features that can determine the model:

Also note:

• 🔌 Type of charging connector: USB-C (all-model 2018 Micro-USB (old Redmi) 4A/5A).
• 📶 Number of slots for SIM-cards: 2 slots (most models) or 3 (e.g. Redmi) 9A MicroSD-enabled).
• 🎨 Color options: for example, Mi 11 Lite was produced in pastel colors, and POCO X3 Pro - in bright (blue, bronze).

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If you can’t visually identify the model, take a picture of the back panel and connectors, then compare it with images on sites like GSMArena or the official Xiaomi catalog.

Method 7: Through Mi Account (if the phone is tied)

If your smartphone has ever been linked to a Mi Account, you can find a model in your personal account.

1. Go to the Mi Account website and log in.
2. In the Devices section, find your phone.
3. Click on it and a page will open with detailed information including the model, IMEI and MIUI version.

This method is particularly useful if:

• 🔒 Phone stolen or lost (can be remotely blocked).
• 🔧 Device for warranty - here you can check the status of repair.
• 📦 You must confirm originality before selling.

⚠️ Note: If the phone was purchased with your hands and is not untied from your previous account, you will not see it on your device list.In this case, contact the seller or use other methods from this article.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi model definition