How to find out what processor is in the Xiaomi device: all the ways

Have you bought a used Xiaomi smartphone or want to overclock your Redmi but don’t know which chipset is inside? Or are you planning to upgrade your firmware to your Mi TV but need to be more compatible with hardware? In this article, we’ll look at all the working ways to view a processor model on Xiaomi devices, from standard settings to hidden engineering menus.

Determining the processor is not just important for curiosity: it helps you find the right firmware, evaluate performance before buying a used gadget, or even diagnose problems with overheating. For example, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and Dimensity 9000+ chipsets require different cooling approaches, and the TVs on the Amlogic S905 do not support some of the features of Google TV. We will look at methods for smartphones (Redmi Note 12, POCO F5, Mi 11), tablets (Pad 6) and TVs (Mi TV A2, Redmi Smart TV X).

Important: some methods require unlocking the bootloader or superuser (root) rights. If you're a beginner, start with the safe methods from the first sections. For power users, we've prepared advanced instructions using ADB and engineering codes.

1. Method through standard Android settings

The easiest and safest method is to use the built-in MIUI menus, which works on all Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones without any additional apps.

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Go to About Phone (sometimes called About Device).
3. Slip on the item All characteristics or characteristics of the device.
4. Find the CPU or CPU Model string and the exact model (e.g. Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+) will be listed here.

On some firmware (e.g. MIUI 14 for the global version), the path may be slightly different:

• 📱 Settings → System system → The phone. → Characteristics of equipment
• 📺 For Mi. TV: Settings → The device → On TV. → Processor model

⚠️ Note: On Chinese firmware (China) ROM) The name of the processor may appear in Chinese, in which case use the translator or methods in the following sections.

Update MIUI to the latest version | Check the "Additional settings" section in the specifications |Reboot the device |Use third-party applications (section 2)

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2. Applications for viewing characteristics

If the standard settings don't show the CPU model, or if you want to get advanced information (clock speed, number of cores, GPU), use specialized utilities. We tested 5 applications and selected the most reliable ones:

Instructions for CPU-Z (similar to other applications):

1. Install and open the application.
2. Go to the SoC (or CPU) tab.
3. The Model or Hardware bar will specify the processor model (e.g., Mediatek Helio G99).
4. For more information, tap the name of the chipset.

💡 Useful advice: B AIDA64 You can save your full report of your device in.txt or.html format, which is useful if you're selling a phone and want to provide the customer with full specs.

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3. Engineering menu and hidden codes

For power users, there's a way to get data about the processor through an engineering menu or service code, which works even without the Internet and doesn't require app installation, but beware: wrong actions on the engineering menu can disrupt the device.

Method 1: Universal code for Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO:

##4636##

Once you enter, the Test menu will open. Go to the Device Information tab and find the Hardware line, and the processor model will be listed here.

Method 2: Qualcomm-based firmware code:

##225##

A Calendar Storage menu will be displayed, where the chipset model will be displayed at the top of the screen (e.g., MSM8998 for the Snapdragon 835).

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware (MIUI 13+) If nothing happens after you enter the code, use methods from other sections or get root rights.

4. via ADB (for advanced users)

If you have a computer and you know how to use ADB (Android Debug Bridge), you can get information about the processor through the command line, which is suitable for diagnosing bricks (faulty devices) or when the screen is not working.

Instructions:

1. Install ADB Tools on your PC.
2. Connect your phone to your computer and enable USB Debugging (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → 7 times tap on version, then go back to Settings → Additional → For Developers).
3. Open the command line (Windows) or the terminal (Mac/Linux) and type:

adb shell cat /proc/cpuinfo

In the output, find the Hardware string – this is the processor model (for example, qcom, sm8250 for Snapdragon 865).

For Mi TVs, use a similar command, but pre-enable ADB in the developer settings (Settings → About TV → Assembly Number → 7 times tap).

Critical information: On some devices (e.g., POCO F4 GT with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset), the cat /proc/cpuinfo command may output incomplete data.

adb shell getprop ro.product.board

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ADB-method is the only way to know the processor on a device with a broken screen or a broken display.

Verification by model device (without access to the phone)

If you don't have physical access to the device (e.g., you can choose a phone from an online store), you can identify the processor by a smartphone model or serial number.

Method 1: The official website of Xiaomi

1. Go to the official website.
2. Type a device model in search (e.g. Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G).
3. On the product page, find the Specifications → Processor section.

Method 2: Chipset databases

• 🔍 GSMArena – enter the model and go to the Hardware tab.
• 📊 Nanoreview – comparison of processors by phone models.
• 🛠️ CPU Benchmark – performance rating of chipsets.

⚠️ Note: On Chinese models (for example, Xiaomi 13 Ultra for the Chinese market), the processor may differ from the global version. For example, instead of Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 can stand Dimensity 9000.+. Always specify the region of sale!

6.CPU definition on Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV, Redmi TV)

Xiaomi TVs use processors from Amlogic, MediaTek or Realtek. To find out the exact model of the chipset, follow this instruction:

Method 1: Through PatchWall or Google TV settings

1. On the remote, press Settings (cogs).
2. Go to the Device. → On TV.
3. Scroll to the Equipment or Processor section.

Method 2: Through AIDA64 (for Android TV)

• 📺 Install. AIDA64 from Google Play to TV.
• 🖱️ Use a mouse (via Bluetooth) or touchpad remote for navigation.
• 🔍 Go to the SoC section – the processor model will be listed at the top.

💡 Useful tip: If your Xiaomi TV is slowing down while playing 4K, Check the processor. S905X supportive AV1 Dolby Vision, unlike MediaTek MT9611.

7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When determining a processor, users often encounter typical problems, and here are the most common errors and solutions:

• ❌ Error: Only the "8-core processor" without the model is displayed in the settings. CPU-Z Check the device model on GSMArena.
• ❌ Error: After you enter the engineering code, nothing happens. Solution: Update the firmware or use it. ADB.
• ❌ Error: In Chinese firmware, the name of the processor is in Chinese.Solution: Install global firmware or use a translator (e.g. Google Lens for screenshot).

⚠️ Note: If you buy used Xiaomi and the seller refuses to show the processor through the settings, this may mean that the device is not available:

• 🔧 Replaced motherboard (chipset may not match the original).
• 📉 Has an unofficial firmware that hides the real characteristics.
• 🚨 It is a fake (for example, instead of Snapdragon 888 installed Helio). G95).

In such cases, request a serial number and check it through the official Xiaomi Verify service.

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