The microphone in a Xiaomi smartphone is a small but critical detail. When it fails, calls become torture: the person can't hear you, voice messages are recorded with noise, and voice assistants (Google Assistant, Alice) stop responding. If you encounter this problem, the first question that arises is: how much does it cost to replace the microphone in a Xiaomi phone and where is it better to do it - in an official service, an informal workshop or with your own hands?
In this article, we will look at the current microphone replacement prices for popular Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO models in 2026, compare the cost of different types of services and tell you how to avoid overpayments. You will also learn what hidden breakdowns can masquerade as a malfunction of the microphone, and when repairs do not make sense at all.
What the cost of replacing the microphone in Xiaomi depends on
The price of replacing the microphone in Xiaomi smartphones can vary by 2-3 times even in one city.
- 📱 Phone model - in flagships (Xiaomi 14, Mi 13 Ultra) microphones are often duplicated (for noise reduction) and take longer to replace.In budget Redmi (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5) Usually one main microphone and repairs are cheaper.
- 🔧 Type of service – official Xiaomi centers take 30-50% more expensive, but give a guarantee.
- 🛠️ Difficulty disassembling – in some models (for example, Xiaomi) 12T) The microphone is hidden under the adhesive display, and replacing it requires a complete disassembly of the body.
- 📦 Part quality – Xiaomi’s original microphone costs 2-4 times more than its Chinese counterpart, but will last longer.
Another thing that's not the microphone, but the contacts on the motherboard or the software failure, and the diagnostics in the service are usually free, but if the wizard finds that you need to solder the board or reflash the phone, the price will increase significantly, so before repairing it, it's important to make sure that the microphone is to blame.
Prices for microphone replacement in popular Xiaomi models (2026)
Below is a table with the current prices for microphone replacement in the most common models Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO. Data collected by Moscow service centers and may vary in the regions (usually 10-20% cheaper in small cities).
| Model phone | Cost of spare parts (original) | Cost of work | Final price (with work) | Price in informal workshops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 14 / 14 Pro | 1 800–2 200 ₽ | 2 500–3 000 ₽ | 4 300–5 200 ₽ | 3 000–3 800 ₽ |
| Xiaomi 13T / 13T Pro | 1 500–1 800 ₽ | 2 000–2 500 ₽ | 3 500–4 300 ₽ | 2 500–3 200 ₽ |
| Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | 900–1 200 ₽ | 1 500–1 800 ₽ | 2 400–3 000 ₽ | 1 800–2 300 ₽ |
| POCO X5 Pro | 800–1 100 ₽ | 1 400–1 700 ₽ | 2 200–2 800 ₽ | 1 600–2 100 ₽ |
| Redmi 10C / 10A | 600–900 ₽ | 1 200–1 500 ₽ | 1 800–2 400 ₽ | 1 300–1 800 ₽ |
Important: Flagship models (Xiaomi 13/14) often have two microphones, the main one and the secondary one, which can be used to cancel noise, and if only one fails, you can save money by replacing only one, but in 70% of cases, both break simultaneously due to moisture.
The prices are for original parts, and if a master offers a replacement that is 30 to 40 percent cheaper, he's likely to use non-original microphones that can last anywhere from months to a year, but often have poorer sound quality and fail faster when moisture is injected.
⚠️ Note: Xiaomi models with standard protection IP53 (For example, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+) The microphone often fails due to corrosion of the contacts after moisture is injected, in which case a simple microphone replacement is not enough - you will need to clean or repair the motherboard, which will increase the price to 5,000-7000. ₽.
Official service vs. informal workshops: where cheaper and more reliable
Choosing between a Xiaomi service center and a private workshop is always a trade-off between price, speed and quality, and let’s look at the pros and cons of each option.
Official Xiaomi service
- ✅ Work and parts warranty (usually 6-12 months).
- ✅ Use original microphones with factory calibration.
- ✅ Diagnosis is free, but it can take 1-2 days.
- ✅ Work with models under warranty (if it is still valid).
Cons:
- ❌ Prices are 30-50% higher than in informal workshops.
- ❌ Long repair period (from 3 to 7 days, if there is no spare part in the warehouse).
- ❌ Some cities have official Xiaomi centers simply do not exist.
Informal workshops
- ✅ Prices are lower by 20-40% due to unoriginal spare parts or simplified diagnostics.
- ✅ Fast repairs – often done in 1-2 hours.
- ✅ You can arrange for urgent repairs or replacements in front of your eyes.
Cons:
- ❌ No warranty for spare parts (or it is symbolic - 1-2 weeks).
- ❌ Risk of getting a fake or used microphone.
- ❌ Unqualified craftsmen can damage plumes or fees.
If your phone is still warranty, official service is the only reasonable choice. Otherwise, you should compare prices in 2-3 workshops and read reviews. Pay attention to photo reports about repairs - serious services always show the process to the client.
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If the phone is warranty-free, repairs in an unofficial workshop will cancel it, and even if the problem is not related to the microphone, Xiaomi may refuse further service.
How to check if the microphone is broken (not something else)
Before you carry your phone for repair, make sure the microphone is the problem. Often users confuse a microphone malfunction with:
- 🔇 A plug in the headphone jack (the phone “thinks” that the headphones are connected, and turns off the main microphone).
- 📶 Bad signal network (the interlocutor hears intermittently, but when recording a voice message, the sound is normal).
- 🤖 Failure in the firmware (after updating) MIUI The microphone stopped working).
- 🔊 Breaking speaker (you don’t think you can hear it, but the problem is on the other side).
To rule out these options, perform a simple diagnosis:
1. Try recording a voice message on WhatsApp or Telegram - if the sound is recorded with noise or is absent, the microphone is the problem.
2 Connect headphones with a microphone - if they sound normal, and without them not, the main microphone is to blame.
3. Call another phone and turn on speakerphone – if the person hears you only through the speaker, the microphone is faulty.
4. Check if moisture has not got into the headphone jack or under the body (use a flashlight).
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If the problem persists after these checks, the microphone probably did break, but there is another caveat: Xiaomi often fails not the microphone itself, but the plume that connects it to the motherboard, in which case replacing the microphone will not help – you need to solder the contacts or change the entire plume (which is more expensive).
⚠️ Warning: If the microphone stops working after the phone falls or moisture gets in, there is a high risk that not only this part, but also other components (for example, the audio codec on the motherboard) are damaged. ₽.
Replacing the microphone: is it worth the risk?
You can change the microphone in Xiaomi yourself, but it requires experience with small electronics. If you've never taken down a phone, it's better not to take risks - there's a good chance of damaging plumes or boards. However, for experienced users, this is a real challenge.
What you need:
- 🔧 Set of screwdrivers (Torx) T3–T5, Phillips 00).
- 🧲 Screen suction cup (if microphone under display).
- 🔥 Hair dryer or adhesive heating station (for models with adhesive casing).
- 🛒 New microphone (original or qualitative analogue).
- 🧴 Alcohol and brush to clean contacts.
The following is the example of Redmi Note 11:
- Turn off the phone and remove it. SIM-map.
- Heat the back cover with a hair dryer (if it is glue) and tuck it with a plastic spatula.
- Unscrew the screws that fix the metal plate over the battery.
- Disconnect the battery plume to avoid short circuit.
- Find the microphone (usually located next to the bottom speaker) and unseal it or disconnect the plume.
- Set a new microphone, assemble the phone in reverse order.
The hardest thing to replace the microphone in models with adhesive display (for example, Xiaomi 13 or Redmi K50), you have to completely remove the screen, which requires special equipment and skill, an error can damage the display or sensor.
What happens if you don’t install the microphone correctly?
If you still decide to repair yourself, order parts only from trusted sellers. Good microphones for Xiaomi can be found on AliExpress (look for sellers with a rating above 98%) or in specialized stores (for example, FixPriceService, Mobile-Repair). The average price of the original microphone is from 500 to 2000 ₽ model-wise.
Hidden breakdowns that masquerade as a faulty microphone
Sometimes the microphone works properly, but other malfunctions make it seem like it's broken.
- 📵 Problems with antenna or communication module - if the network signal is weak, the interlocutor may hear you intermittently. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Signal level).
- 🔌 Oxidation of contacts on the motherboard - if the phone fell or fell in the rain, the microphone contacts could corrode.
- 🤖 Firmware failure MIUI — After the update, the microphone driver may fly. Try resetting to the factory settings (Settings) → The phone. → Resetting settings).
- 🎧 Contamination of the headphone jack -- if there's dust or moisture in the connector, the phone can "think" that the headphones are connected and turn off the main microphone.
If you suspect one of these problems, try to fix it yourself first, for example, resetting or cleaning the connector takes 5 minutes and can save thousands of rubles on unnecessary repairs.
⚠️ Note: In Xiaomi models with an infrared port (for example, Redmi Note 10 Pro), the microphone sometimes conflicts with the IR sensor. If the remote control stops working after replacing the microphone, check if you damaged the IR port plume.
How to save money on replacing the microphone: 5 working ways
Replacing a microphone is not the most expensive procedure, but you can save money without compromising quality.
- 🛒 Buy the part yourself -- workshops often charge 30 to 50 percent on the cost of the part. Order a microphone on AliExpress or at a trusted store and bring it to the master, so you pay only for the work.
- 📲 Use promo codes – many service centers give discounts for review on Yandex.Maps or Google Maps. Sometimes you can save up to 10-15%.
- 🔄 Compare prices in 3-4 workshops – the difference can reach 1,000-1 500 ₽ You can even use services like RemOnline or in one neighborhood. 2GIS search.
- 🛠️ Choose a workshop with a guarantee that if the microphone breaks again in a month, you will be replaced for free or you will get your money back. ₽ on-line.
- 📦 Check the shares with official partners – sometimes Xiaomi holds promotions for repairs (for example, 20% discount on the replacement of the microphone when presenting a check to purchase).
Another way to save money is to exchange your phone with a trade-in program, if the model is outdated (for example, Redmi Note 9), and the repair costs 3,000-4000. ₽, Many salons (for example, the Messenger, MTS) accept the old Xiaomi intrade-in at a discount of up to 5 000 ₽.
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Before you visit the service, call and check if they have an original microphone for your model. If not, you will be offered an analog or ordered a part, which will increase the repair time to 5-7 days.