Xiaomi Redmi 6 is one of the most popular budget smartphones of 2018, but even it is not immune to falls and cracked screens. If your device has experienced an unsuccessful acquaintance with asphalt, do not rush to carry it to the service center: you can replace the display module yourself, saving up to 70% of the cost of repair. In this article, we will analyze the entire process from A to Z: from the selection of spare parts to the final assembly, taking into account the typical errors and nuances of a particular model.
It is important to understand that the screen replacement on Redmi 6 is different from the same procedure on Xiaomi flagships – there are no expensive ones. OLED-But there are pitfalls, fragile plumes, adhesive tape instead of liquid glue, and the risk of damaging the sensory layer, and we'll go into detail at each step so that even a beginner can cope without fatal consequences. And for those who doubt their abilities, we give a comparison of the cost of self-repair and appeal to professionals.
Before you take up the screwdriver, answer yourself three questions:
- Are you willing to risk the guarantee (if it still works)?
- Do you have any experience with electronics?
- Can you afford to buy a new screen if something goes wrong?
If the answer to all three questions is yes, welcome to the kata. If not, trust the master.
Diagnosis of damage: when is the screen to be replaced?
Not every crack on the screen requires a complete replacement of the display module. Sometimes it is enough to change only the glass or repair the plume. To avoid wasting money, first determine the nature of the damage:
- 🔍 Cracks without artifacts: if the image is not distorted, and the sensor works - you can do with the replacement of only glass (cheaper 2-3 times).
- 🎨 Multicolored stripes or flickering: damaged matrix or plume.
- ☠️ «Dead sensor zones: If part of the screen doesn’t respond to touch, either the touch layer or the controller is to blame.
- 🔥 Black screen when backlighting: most likely, the plume has gone or the matrix driver has burned down.
The Redmi 6's feature is that it's built on-Cell, where the sensor layer is integrated into the matrix, which means that you can't replace the glass separately from the array without a specialized piece of equipment, a laminator, and 90 percent of the time, if you're seriously damaged, you'll have to change the entire module.
For accurate diagnosis:
- Connect your smartphone to your computer or TV HDMI (adapter USB-C to HDMI). If the image is displayed, the problem is in the display.
- Call the phone: if you hear a sound, but the screen does not respond - the matrix or plume is to blame.
- Illuminate the screen with a flashlight at an angle: if you can see the image, the backlight burned.
⚠️ Warning: If the phone overheats or discharges quickly after a fall, don't be in a hurry to change the screen. First check the battery - it could deform and cause a short circuit.
2. Selection of spare parts: original vs analog
The quality of the display module is not only the look and feel of the repair, but also the durability of the repair, with three types of screens for the Redmi 6 on the market:
| Screen type | Price (2026) | Pluses | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Original (OEM) | 3 500 – 5 000 ₽ | Perfect color reproduction, full compatibility, long service life | High price, rarely found on sale |
| High-quality analogue | 2 000 – 3 000 ₽ | Acceptable quality, availability, often with already pasted glass | The brightness or color profile may differ. |
| Budgetary analogue | 1 200 – 1 800 ₽ | Low price, quick recovery of efficiency | Poor sensor sensitivity, distorted colors, short service life |
Where to buy:
- 🛒 AliExpress: Cheapest, but long wait (2-4 weeks) Look for sellers with ratings above 98% and reviews in Russian.
- 🏬 Local service centers: more expensive, but you can check the screen before you buy.
- 🌍 Specialized sites (e.g. GSMMaster, Mobile-Shop): average prices, fast delivery.
When choosing, pay attention to:
- 🔧 Set: the set must have adhesive tape for fixing the plume and a protective film.
- 📏 Size: Redmi screen 6 diagonal 5.45" permit 720×1440 (HD+).
- 🔄 Trail version: Redmi's 6 two of them for versions of 2/16 GB and 3/32 GB of memory. Clarify your modification in Settings → The phone.
⚠️ Note: some Chinese sellers pass off the analogs for the original. Xiaomi's original screen has a serial number on the plume and the manufacturer's logo on the back of the matrix!
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Check before ordering if the screen comes with a new battery plume. On Redmi 6, it often breaks when disassembled, and it is difficult to buy separately.
3. Necessary tools: what will be needed for repairs
To replace the screen with the Xiaomi Redmi 6, you need a minimal set of tools. Don't skimp on quality - cheap plastic blades can break in the process and scratch the body.
- 🔧 Screwdriver kit: cross-haired PH00 and flat 1.5 mm (for screws of the shell).
- 🪛 Plastic blades (mediators): 2-3 pieces of different thickness for screen tweaking.
- 🔥 Dryer or thermo-air station: for softening the glue (temperature 60–80)°C).
- 🧲 Suction: 4-5 cm diameter to separate the screen from the body.
- 📦 Rotor tray: not to lose small parts (in Redmi 6 there are 12 pieces!).
- 🧴 Isopropyl alcohol (90%+): glue-cleaner.
- 🎨 Double-sided tape or glue B-7000: fixate.
In addition, the following may be useful:
- 🔍 Lupe or magnifying glass: for working with small plumes.
- 📏 Plastic card: for uniformly pressing the screen after installation.
- 🔋 External battery (Power Bank): if the battery is discharged, and the phone needs to be turned on for the test.
The average cost of a full set of tools is about 1,500 ₽. If you plan to repair the equipment and continue, the investment will pay off after the second repair.
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4. Step-by-step instructions for replacing the screen
Now, to the most critical stage, follow the instructions carefully, Redmi 6 has fragile plumes that are easily damaged.
Step 1: Rear cover removal
1. Turn off the phone and remove the tray for SIM-map.
2. Heat the tail dryer edge of the back cover (do not direct air flow to the battery!). Temperatures 60-70°C, time - 2-3 minutes.
3. Insert a plastic blade into the gap between the lid and the body (start at the lower left corner where the notch is located). Carefully drive the blade around the perimeter, snapping the latches.
4. Remove the lid. Be careful, it's connected to the body by a thin fingerprint scanner plume!
Step 2: Shutting off the battery
1. Unscrew 4 screws that lock the metal plate over the battery (use a cross screwdriver). PH00).
2. Gently gently slap the plate and put it aside.
3. Unplug the battery plume with a plastic blade.Do not use metal tools - risk short circuit!
⚠️ Warning: If you skip this step and start disconnecting the screen with the battery plugged in, you can burn the motherboard!
Step 3: Dismantling the Old Screen
1. heat the front of the phone with a hair dryer (especially at the edges) for 3-5 minutes.
2. Stick the suction cup to the bottom of the screen (where the Home button is located) and slightly pull up. Insert a plastic spatula into the resulting gap.
3. Slowly drive the blade around the perimeter, separating the screen from the body. On Redmi 6, the glue is applied point-by-point, so only apply force in the areas of resistance.
4. When the screen is separated, gently turn it “face” down (without tearing it off completely!) and disconnect the plumes:
- The display plume (wide, at the top).
- Sensor plume (thin, next to the display).
- The tail of the front camera and sensors (if it comes with a screen).
5 Take off the old screen completely. If it's broken, wrap it in tape so you don't get hurt.
What to do if the screen does not separate?
Step 4: Install a new screen
1. Clean the case of the residues of old glue with isopropyl alcohol and a napkin without pile. Pay special attention to the places around the speaker and microphone.
2. Remove the protective film from the inside of the new screen (if any). Do not touch the matrix with your fingers!
3. Connect the new screen plumes to the motherboard. Start with the display plume, then the touch-sensitive one. Make sure they sit down before you click.
4. Check the operability:
- Connect the battery and turn on the phone.
- Check the sensor's response to touch.
- Make sure there are no broken pixels or color distortions.
5. If everything works, turn off the battery and apply a thin layer of glue. B-7000 perimeter of the case (or use bilateral scotch).
6. Carefully apply the screen, starting from the top. Press it evenly using a plastic card or a special roller.
7. Secure the back cover, return the metal plate and the battery plume to place.
Step 5: Final Assembly
1. Place the back cover in place, starting at the top (where the camera is located). Make sure all latches fall into place.
2. Twirl the screws with a cross screwdriver. Don't pull the screws over, because the carvings in the plastic case are easily broken off!
3. Insert the tray with SIM-card and turn on the phone.
Check it out:
- Sensor performance (especially at the edges).
- Brightness and color reproduction of the screen.
- Sound from the speaker (sometimes the plume of the speaker is squeezed during assembly).
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If the screen flickers after assembly or if the stripes appear, check the density of the plumes. Often the problem is solved by reconnecting.
5. Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Even with care, you can make mistakes that will lead to more breakdowns, and here are the most common ones and ways to prevent them:
- 🔌 Damage to battery plume: Never smack it with metal tools. Use only plastic blades.
- 🔥 Overheating of the body: if you overheat with a hair dryer, you can melt plastic latches or damage the battery. Keep the temperature at 80.°C.
- 📱 Incomplete screen separation: if you pull the suction cup too hard, you can rip off the plumes. Always check if all latches are snapped.
- 🔄 Mixed plumes: Redmi 6 display and touch plumes look similar. Mark them before turning them off.
- 🧴 Excess glue: if you apply too much B-7000, It can leak in and stain the matrix.
If, after the screen is replaced,
- Not turned on: check the connection of the battery and display plume.
- Does not respond to touch: most likely, the sensory plume has moved away or damaged.
- It has broken pixels: it's a matrix defect. Contact the seller for a replacement.
Some problems can be solved programmatically:
- If the colors are distorted, try resetting the screen settings in Settings. → Display. → Color profile.
- If the sensor is floating, calibrate it using the engineering menu (code ##6484##).
6. Cost of repair: self vs service center
The price of a screen replacement on Xiaomi Redmi 6 varies depending on the region and type of spare parts. Let's compare the costs of self-repair and service:
| Parameter | Self-repair | Service centre |
|---|---|---|
| Screen price | 1 200 – 3 000 ₽ | Included in the cost of repairs |
| Cost of work | 0 ₽ | 1 500 – 2 500 ₽ |
| Tools | 1 500 ₽ (once) | 0 ₽ |
| Guarantee | Depends on the screen seller | 3–12 months |
| Repair time | 1-2 hours | 1-3 days |
| Totally. | 2 700 – 4 500 ₽ | 3 000 – 5 500 ₽ |
The best way to do this is to use tools from previous repairs, and if you buy a kit from scratch, you'll save about 20 to 30 percent, but don't forget the risks.
- Damage to other components (such as the motherboard).
- Wasting time if something goes wrong.
- No job security.
Contact the service is worth in cases:
- If you have no experience with electronics.
- If the phone is warranty (self-repair cancels it).
- If the screen comes with other damaged parts (e.g., the camera).
7. Alternative solutions to the problem
Replacing the screen is not the only way out, and depending on the nature of the damage, other options may be considered:
- 🔧 Replacement of glass separate from the matrix: suitable if the matrix is intact and only the glass is cracked. ₽, Special equipment is required (laminator).
- 📱 Using a phone with an external display: HDMI-adapter or Miracast protocol can display the image on the monitor.
- 🔄 Sale for parts: if repair is not advisable, you can get 1,500-2,500 ₽, selling working components (motherboard, camera, battery).
- 🆕 Upgrade to a new model: Redmi 6 is outdated, and sometimes it is more profitable to buy a Redmi Note 12 or a new model. POCO X5.
If you decide to sell a phone with a broken screen, honestly state in the ad:
- The state of the matrix (works / does not work).
- Does the sensor respond to touch?
- Are there other damages (such as dents on the body)?
Average price of Redmi 6 with a broken screen on the secondary market is 1000-1 800 ₽. In working condition (with cracks, but a working matrix) – 2,500–3,500 ₽.