How to find out the name of Xiaomi laptop – all the ways from sticker to BIOS

Have you bought a Xiaomi laptop from your hands, lost a box, or just forgotten its exact model? No panic! You can determine the name of the device in a dozen ways, from the obvious (look at the bottom) to the technical (get into the BIOS or use the command line). In this article, we have collected all the current methods that work on the Mi Notebook, RedmiBook and other lines of the brand, including old and new models.

It's important to understand that the model name is not just an alphanumeric code, it helps you find the right drivers, order spare parts (for example, a battery or keyboard), check compatibility with games or programs, and also clarify the characteristics when selling. If you've never encountered hardware, it's no problem: we will analyze each method in as much detail as possible, with photos and video examples.

Spoiler: The quickest way is to look at the sticker underneath the case, but if it's gone or not, you're going to have to dig deeper. Ready? Let's go!

1. Inspection of the case: where to look for the name of the model on the Xiaomi laptop

To start with, the simplest is visual inspection, where Xiaomi manufacturers (like most brands) duplicate the model information in several places on the case.

• 📦 Bottom cover — there's almost always a sticker with the serial number (S/N) and the full model name (e.g., RedmiBook 15 Pro 2023) Look for it closer to the center or at the edge.
• 🔋 Battery bay – if the battery is removable (a rarity for modern Xiaomi, but found in older models), there may be an additional sticker underneath.
• 🖥️ Screen frame – Some models (such as the Mi Notebook Air) have an engraved or sticker on the bottom of the screen (visible when the lid is open).

If the sticker is erased or not, don't despair. First, try to light it up with a flashlight at an angle, sometimes the characters become readable. Second, look at the serial number (S/N), which can be used to identify the model through Xiaomi's official website (more on this below).

⚠️ Warning: Some Xiaomi laptops (like the Mi Notebook Pro X) may have the sticker hidden under rubber legs. Carefully tuck them in with a plastic card - but don't hurt!

You didn't find anything on the case?

2. Windows system information: how to find out the model without stickers

If the laptop turns on and it's running Windows 10 or 11, you can learn the model through standard system tools, and it works even if you reinstall the OS or upgrade it.

Method 1: Through Windows Settings

1. Press Win + I to open the settings.
2. Go to System → About System.
3. In the Device Characteristics section, find the Model line.

Method 2: Through System Information (msinfo32)

1. Press Win + R, enter msinfo32 and press Enter.
2. In the window that opens, look for the Manufacturer (must be Xiaomi) and Model fields.

Method 3: Through Device Manager

1. Open Device Manager (right-click Start → Device Manager).
2. Deploy the System Devices branch.
3. Find a device called ACPI, and its properties may include a model.

If the system information only shows the common code (for example, JYU4201CN), do not be afraid – this is an internal designation Xiaomi.

3. Command Prompt and PowerShell: for advanced users

If the system tools didn't show a model or you prefer console methods, use the command line. This is a universal way that works even on naked Windows without drivers.

Method 1: Through WMIC

wmic csproduct get name, identifyingnumber

This command will output the model name and the serial number, such as:

Name            IdentifyingNumber




RedmiBook 16    JYU4701CN1234567

Method 2: Through PowerShell

Get-CimInstance -ClassName Win32_ComputerSystem | Select-Object Model

Method 3: Through a System Variable

echo %PROCESSOR_IDENTIFIER%

This command will show not a model of a laptop, but a processor (for example, Intel Core i5-11300H). However, the processor can indirectly determine the model, checking the specifications on the Xiaomi website.

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If the command prompt gives an error, try running it on behalf of the administrator (right click → “Run on behalf of the administrator”).

You didn't find a model? Maybe it's not being identified because there's no chipset driver, and then the next section will help.

4. BIOS/UFEI: Where is the model hidden if Windows doesn't start

If the laptop doesn't turn on or doesn't have an operating system, you can recognize the model through the BIOS (or its modern counterpart, UEFI), a method that works on any Xiaomi laptop, even without a hard drive.

How to Sign In to the BIOS on Xiaomi:

1. Turn off the laptop.
2. Press and hold the F2 key (or Del on some models).
3. Turn on your laptop without releasing the key until the BIOS menu appears.

In the BIOS, look for the model in the following sections:

• 📋 Main or Information – Product Name and Serial Number are usually listed here.
• 🔧 Advanced → System Information — on some versions of BIOS.

⚠️ Warning: On Xiaomi fast-boot laptops, the F2 key may not work. In this case, turn off Fast Boot in Windows settings, or try the Fn+ F2 combination.

If the BIOS model appears as code (e.g. JYU4201CN), use the table in Section 2 or check it out on Xiaomi’s website.

5. Xiaomi official website: check by serial number

If you find a serial number (S/N) on a sticker or BIOS, but don’t know which model it matches, use the official Xiaomi service. This is the most reliable way, since the data is taken directly from the manufacturer.

Instructions:

1. Go to the Xiaomi support website.
2. Enter the serial number in the search box (e.g., JYU4201CN1234567).
3. The system will show the exact model, the date of production and even the status of the warranty.

If your site doesn’t find your S/N, there are two possible reasons:

• 🔍 Serial number entered with an error (check the characters on the sticker).
• 🌍 The laptop is designed for a different region (e.g., the Chinese version of the Mi Notebook may not be in the global database).

Check the correctness of the input (are there any extra spaces or dash)

Try an alternative website (e.g. mi.com/cn for Chinese models)

Contact Xiaomi with a photo sticker

Check the model through other methods (BIOS, command-line)-->

On some Xiaomi laptops, the serial number is duplicated in the battery compartment or under the RAM- panel (if it's removable). If you're not afraid to disassemble the device, check out these places.

6 Third-party programs: AIDA64, CPU-Z and others

If Windows system tools don't work, specialized utilities will come to the rescue, not only showing the model of the laptop, but also giving you full information about the hardware, from the processor to the motherboard.

Top.-3 modelling:

• 🔧 AIDA64 (paid, but there is a trial) shows the model in the Computer section → DMI → System.
• 🖥️ CPU-Z (free) – The model is displayed on the Mainboard tab in the Model field.
• 📊 HWiNFO (free) is the most detailed utility, look for the model in the System Summary section.

Download the program only from official sites:

- AIDA64

- CPU-Z

- HWiNFO

⚠️ Warning: Some Xiaomi laptops (especially Chinese versions) may show the model as code (e.g., JYU4201CN).In this case, check the code against the table in Section 2.

If you don’t want to install programs, use online services like UserBenchmark, which define the model by the characteristics of hardware.

7. Visual differences: how to determine the model by appearance

If the laptop doesn't turn on and you can't use software methods, try to identify the model by design and specs. Xiaomi has several recognizable lines that are easy to distinguish:

RedmiBook line:

• 📏 Screen sizes: 13.3, 14, 15.6, 16. "
• 🎨 Colors: grey, silver, pink (rarely).
• 🔌 Ports: typically 2×USB-A, 1×USB-C, HDMI, 3.5 mm audio.
• 💡 Features: thin screen bezels, Redmi logo on the lid.

Mi Notebook line:

• 📏 Dimensions: 12.5, 13.3, 14, 15.6. "
• 🎨 Colors: black, silver, gold (old models).
• 🔌 Ports: often USB-C with Thunderbolt support, no Ethernet.
• 💡 Features: metal body, Mi logo on the lid.

The Mi Notebook Pro lineup:

• 🎮 Video card: discrete (NVIDIA MX or GTX).
• 🔋 Battery: capacity from 55 Wh.
• 🔊 Sound: Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support.

If you’re not sure, take a picture of your laptop from different angles (especially ports and logos) and compare it to a photo on sites like:

• Official Xiaomi website
• GSMArena (Laptop section)
• NotebookSpec

FAQ: Frequent questions about defining Xiaomi laptop model