A broken smartphone screen is always a frustrating situation that gets you off track and makes you look for an urgent solution. For owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices, the question of the cost of replacing the matrix becomes critical, since the price can be up to 70% of the cost of the gadget itself. In the current market conditions of 2026, the prices of components vary significantly, and it is important to understand what the final amount in the check depends on.
The final cost is influenced by many factors: the model of your device, the type of screen technology used (OLED or IPS), and the chosen location for the repair. If you broke the glass but the image remained clear, or the matrix went cracked and stopped responding to touch, in each case the financial burden on the budget will be different. Below we will discuss in detail the pricing and nuances that will help you save.
Factors Affecting the Cost of Screen Replacement
The first thing that determines the price is the matrix technology. In modern Xiaomi smartphones, two main types of displays are used: IPS and AMOLED. IPS-screens are generally cheaper to produce and replace, and are often found in Redmi's budget series. AMOLED-Matrices that provide deep black and high contrast are much more expensive and installed in the flagship models of the Mi series and the Pro version of Redmi.
The second important aspect is the presence of a frame, and replacing the display module with the frame is more expensive because it requires less work on the part of the master, but the component element itself costs more. If you change only the matrix without the frame, the price will be lower, but the risk of damage when glued or poorly assembled increases, which requires a high skill of the specialist.
The price is also affected by the originality of the parts, and there are many copies on the market that are divided into quality categories, and the original components from the Xiaomi factory are as expensive as possible, but they guarantee that all the features, including the underscreen fingerprint scanner and the correct color reproduction, are preserved.
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Always check whether it is a cost to replace the battery if it requires dismantling to access the matrix plume, which is a mandatory procedure on some models.
Express repairs in 30-60 minutes often cost 15-20% more than repairs with waiting for 2-3 days, when the master center can order a specific part to your order.
Price policy for different series of smartphones
The cost of repairs is directly correlated with the class of the device, and budget model owners are more fortunate: replacing the screen with the popular Redmi Note or Redmi (digital series) remains relatively affordable, often using IPS-matrixes, which are priced at a reasonable price.
The Xiaomi Mi and Xiaomi 13/14 series flagships are dramatically different: Curved AMOLED screens, sophisticated fingerprint scanning systems and high pixel density make them some of the most expensive on the market.
A separate category is POCO gaming smartphones. Despite their powerful hardware, the screens often match the Redmi level, making their replacement more predictable in price. However, the refresh rate of 120Hz or 144Hz in some models can increase the cost of the original module.
Display Types: Original, Copy and Refurbished
When you go to a service center, you'll be offered several options for parts to choose from, and understanding the difference between them will help you avoid overpaying or buying a low-quality product. The market is oversaturated with offers, and it's important to know the terminology.
Original is a part taken from a new device or manufactured in an official supplier factory (such as Samsung Display or BOE) for Xiaomi.Such screens have perfect color reproduction, declared brightness and work with all features, including Always On Display.
Copy (High Copy / AAA+) — These are analog arrays made by third-party factories, which can be color rendered (often blue or yellow), have less brightness and thicker bezels. The sensor on the copies is often less sensitive, and the fingerprint scanner may not work at all.
⚠️ Warning: Screen copies often lack factory moisture-protective slug, and once replaced with a cheap one, the phone may no longer be protected from dust and moisture, even if it originally had a certificate. IP68.
There's also the concept of Refurbished, which is the original matrix that has broken glass, but the display is intact, and the glass is changed in the factory, and it's a great trade-off: you get the original image at a price close to a copy.
Table of average prices for the replacement of the matrix in 2026
To illustrate this, we've put together a table of estimated prices for jobs and parts, and it's worth considering that the cost can fluctuate depending on the region and the exchange rate.
| Model of the device | Type of matrix | Price of a copy (ruble) | Original price (Rub.) |
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| Redmi Note 10 / 11 | AMOLED | 2 500 - 3 500 | 6 000 - 8 000 |
| Redmi Note 12 / 13 | AMOLED | 3 000 - 4 000 | 7 000 - 9 500 |
| Xiaomi Mi 11 / 11T | AMOLED Flat | 4 500 - 6 000 | 10 000 - 14 000 |
| Xiaomi 12 / 13 / 13 Pro | AMOLED Curved | 6 000 - 8 000 | 15 000 - 22 000 |
| POCO X3 / X4 / X5 | IPS / AMOLED | 2 000 - 3 500 | 5 500 - 8 000 |
The prices in the table are for a full module (screen + frame or screen assembly). Separate glass pasting (if the matrix is intact) costs less, usually from 1500 to 3000 rubles, but requires special equipment and time.
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The difference in price between the copy and the original for flagship models can reach 15 000 rubles, which makes the choice in favor of refurbished-screens the most rational.
Diagnostics of damage before repair
Before you bring your phone to the service, do a self-diagnosis to help you better describe the problem to the wizard and understand whether the entire matrix needs to be replaced, and users often confuse software failures with physical damage.
Check for broken pixels. Turn on the white background and look carefully at the screen. If you see black or colored dots that don't change color, it's a matrix defect. Also, look for spots (purple or black) that tend to grow over time. It's a sign of damage to the inner layer. OLED-screen.
Test the touchscreen. Try dragging the icon all over the screen. If you have a certain area where the icon falls or disappears from under your finger, it's damaged, and even if the glass is intact, there might be a plume breaking inside.
☑️ Checking before going to the service
If the screen goes out and lights up spontaneously, or the brightness jumps without changing the settings, the problem may not only be in the matrix, but also in the plume or power controller. In such cases, replacing the screen may not help, requires a deep diagnosis of the board.
Where to repair: SC or private master
Choosing a repair site is always a balance between price, speed and warranty. Xiaomi’s official service centers offer only original parts and retain the warranty on the device if it is still valid. However, prices here will be maximum and the deadlines will be long because of the wait for the part.
Private workshops and home-based services offer more flexible pricing, where you can choose between the original and the quality copy, and repairs are often done in front of the customer in 40-60 minutes, a great option for older models where buying the original is not economically feasible.
⚠️ Warning: When repairing in unofficial services, the manufacturer's warranty on the phone (if any) is canceled.
You can buy a module on a marketplace and install it from a familiar craftsman, and that can save you up to 30 percent of your budget, but you take the risk of a defective part, and if the screen is not working, it can be harder to return it to an electronics store than to get a replacement in the service.
How to extend the life of a new screen
After a successful replacement, it is important to operate the device properly so that things don't happen again. Xiaomi's modern screens are sensitive to temperature swings and mechanical pressure. Avoid carrying the phone in the back pocket of jeans, especially in winter.
Use a protective glass or film immediately after repair. Even if the screen is covered with durable glass Gorilla Glass Victus, the first blow takes on the accessory. Quality glass extinguishes the impact energy and prevents the appearance of microcracks.
Do not let the device go to zero on a permanent basis, especially if you have a AMOLED-Although this affects the battery more, the surges in the voltage at deep discharge can adversely affect the display controller.
Why can’t you use cheap charging?
Rub the screen with microfiber regularly. The dirt and sand remaining on the surface acts as an abrasive, leaving micro scratches that can eventually grow into chips when falling.