How to accurately identify the Xiaomi phone model: from the box to the engineering menu

Have you bought a used Xiaomi smartphone, lost your box, or simply forgotten what model you have? Determining the exact modification of your device is important for finding firmware, covers, accessories, or repairs. In this article, we will look at all possible ways, from obvious to hidden, that work even on locked or faulty phones.

Xiaomi makes dozens of models each year, and their names often consist of numbers and letters (like the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G or the POCO X5 Pro). A single letter error can lead to parts or firmware incompatibility. So check the information from multiple sources — especially if you buy the device from hand.

We have collected 7 working methods, including those that do not require the phone to be turned on, and at the end of the article we have FAQ answers to frequent questions about the coding of Xiaomi models and their differences.

1. Checking the box and documents

The most reliable way is to look at the original packaging. The Xiaomi boxes show the model:

• 📦 On the front side - in large font (for example, Redmi Note 11 Pro) 5G).
• 🏷️ On the side or bottom of the sticker - in format M2101K6G (This is the model code, you can find the exact modification).
• 📄 In the documents - a warranty card or a check (sometimes with the full name and serial number).

If the box is lost, check the sticker under the battery (on the removable batteries of older models) or on the back under the case. On new Xiaomi smartphones, the sticker is often hidden under the cover. SIM-snatch it up, gently put it on the snail.

⚠️ Note: For fakes (clones), the model name may be misprinted. Compare the font and layout of the text with the official photos on Mi.com.

The Mxxxxxxx model code (e.g., M2007J22C for the Redmi Note 9 Pro) is a unique identifier that can be used to find the exact modification on sites like Kimovil or GSMArena.

2. via phone settings (MIUI)

If the phone is turned on, the fastest way is to look at the settings:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Scroll down to the Device Model or Model Name section.
3. Remember or take a picture of the full name (e.g. 2201116PG for Xiaomi 12 Pro).

On some firmware, the path may differ:

• 🔄 Settings → System system → The phone. → Model (on new versions) MIUI 14+).
• 📱 Settings → Additionally. → About the phone (on older versions).

If the About phone section is missing, try to enter the "model" in the search for settings - the system will tell you the right way.

3.Use of the engineering menu (#4636##)

The hidden engineering menu contains technical information, including a model.

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination: ##4636###.
3. Select the tab Phone Information.

On this menu you will see:

• 📱 Device model (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro).
• 🔧 Assembly number (e.g, QKQ1.200825.002).
• 📡 Version. MIUI (for example, MIUI Global 13.0.4).

⚠️ Note: Do not change the settings in the engineering menu unless you know what they are intended for, this may cause network failures or GPS.

If #4636### doesn’t work, try the alternatives.

• #225## - Event calendar (may contain a model)
• *#06# - will show IMEI, which can be used to determine the model on sites like IMEI.info.

4. By IMEI or serial number

Each Xiaomi phone is assigned a unique IMEI (15 digits) and serial number (S/N) that can be used to determine the model without even turning on the device.

Where to find IMEI:

• 📞 Dial *#06# and a window with 1-2 numbers will appear. IMEI.
• 📄 On a sticker under the battery or on a box (near the barcode).
• 🔋 Removable battery (on older models).

How to check on IMEI:

1. Go to IMEI.info or IMEI-Pro.
2. Enter the number in the search box.
3. Get data on the model, date of production and technical characteristics.

If the phone doesn’t turn on but you have a box, use the serial number (S/N), which can be checked on Xiaomi’s official website in the support section or through services like SNDeepInfo.

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5. via Fastboot or Recovery Mode

If the phone doesn’t boot but responds to buttons, the model can be recognized via Fastboot or Recovery modes.

Method 1: Fastboot Mode

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the Power button + Volume down for 5-10 seconds.
3. Connect your phone to your PC and type in the command line: fastboot getvar product will display the model code (e.g., cepheus for Xiaomi Mi 9).

Method 2: Recovery Mode

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the Power button + Volume up.
3. In the Recovery menu, the model can be displayed at the top of the screen or in the About section.

Model codes in Fastboot (e.g. tucana, phoenix) are internal Xiaomi notations. To decrypt them, use match tables on forums like Xiaomi.eu or 4PDA.

⚠️ Warning: Do not flash your phone over the Fastboot unless you are sure the exact match between the model and the firmware can result in a "brick" (complete failure) of the device.

By external signs (design, camera, connectors)

If the phone is not turned on and there is no access to the settings, the model can be determined visually:

Key differences:

• 📸 Camera: Square Module - Redmi Note 10/11 or POCO X3/X4. Vertical stripe - Mi 11 Xiaomi 12T. Three rings - Xiaomi 13 Ultra.
• 🔌 Connectors: 3.5 mm audio jack - Redmi Note 9/10, POCO X3. Only USB-C — Xiaomi 12/13, Black Shark.
• 🖥️ Screen: The cut-out-"drop" - Redmi 9/10. Central hole - Xiaomi 11T, POCO F4. Frameless with curved edges – Xiaomi Mix 4, Black Shark 5.

For a more accurate definition, compare your phone photos to official images on Mi.com or in directories like GSMArena.

7. Through third-party applications

If the phone is working but the model is not displayed in the settings, use specialized apps:

• 📱 CPU-Z — It shows the model, the processor, the memory and other features. Download it to Google Play.
• 🔍 AIDA64 — detailed information about the iron, including the model code (Settings) → System → Device).
• 📊 Mi Check – Xiaomi’s official device authentication app (available on the Mi App Store).

How to use CPU-Z:

1. Install and open the application.
2. Go to the Device tab.
3. The full name will be indicated in the Model bar (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G).
4. In the Hardware string, the code name (e.g., veux for the Redmi Note 11 Pro+) is used.

The apps will also help identify the fake: if the CPU-Z displays a model that does not match the appearance, there is a high risk that it is a clone.

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If the app shows a model in Chinese (like the Note 11), copy the name and translate it through Google Translate to help you find the exact counterpart for your region.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi models

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If you buy a used Xiaomi smartphone, be sure to check the model by IMEI and visually. Scammers often pass off cheap models for flagships (for example, Redmi 9 instead of POCO X3).