How to find out the model of the Xiaomi phone: step-by-step instructions for all versions of MIUI

Have you bought a used Xiaomi and are not sure about the exact model? Or want to check if you have an original smartphone before selling? Or maybe you just forgot the name of your model after updating your firmware? In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to find out the model of a Xiaomi phone, from standard methods through settings to hidden engineering commands.

It's important to understand that the manufacturer often releases multiple versions of the same model (for example, the Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Note 10 Pro), which are almost identical in appearance. And in the case of the Chinese versions (China ROM), the name may not be in the settings at all. So we have prepared 5 universal methods that work even on the oldest devices running MIUI.

Some of the ways you need to connect to the Internet, some of the ways you need to physically access the phone case, and you need to choose the one that's more convenient for your situation, and remember, if you're buying a phone with your hands, checking the model through IMEI will help you avoid counterfeiting!

1. The easiest way: look in the settings of the phone

This is a basic method that works on 99% of Xiaomi devices, including Redmi, POCO and Black Shark. The instruction is relevant for all versions of MIUI - from the 8th to the last 14th.

Open the Settings app (the gear icon on your desktop) and scroll down to the About Phone section (or About Phone in English firmware) and here you will see basic information about the device:

• 📱 Model of the device - full name (for example, Redmi Note 12 Pro)+ 5G)
• 🔢 Model number - code designation (e.g, 22101320C global version)
• 📦 Version. MIUI — Shows the current firmware and region (Global/China/EEA)

If there is no About Phone section (this happens on custom firmware), try the alternative path: Settings → System → About the device. On some POCO models, the desired item may be called Specs.

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If the settings only display the code name (e.g. tucana or phoenix), don’t be alarmed – this is the internal designation of the platform. The full model name can be found from this code in special databases (we will discuss this below).

2. Check through the packaging and body of the phone

If the phone is new or you still have a box, the most reliable way is to look at the model on the labels.

• 📦 On the box -- usually on the side or bottom of the sticker. Look for the Model or Type line.
• 🔋 Under the battery – on old models with a removable lid (for example, Redmi) 4A or Redmi Note 3).
• 📱 On the back - in small print under the logo (most often on the flagships Mi 11, Mi 12).
• 🔌 On the slot. SIM-maps – sometimes the model is listed next to the supported frequencies.

Note: on the Chinese version (China ROM), the model can only be coded (e.g., M2007J22C instead of Redmi Note 9 Pro), in which case, use IMEI check or special services like Kimovil.

⚠️ Note: On fake Xiaomi (clones), the model on the body often doesn't match the real one.Always double-check the information through software methods or IMEI pre-purchase!

3. Model definition via IMEI (most reliable method)

IMEI is your phone's unique identifier, which allows you to pinpoint a model, even if it's hidden in your settings, and it works on all devices, including those that are locked or have a damaged screen.

There are three ways to know the IMEI:

1. By dialing: Open the Phone app and type *#06#. The screen will show a 15-digit code (or two codes for dual-SIM models).
2. In settings: Go to Settings → About Phone → General information → IMEI.
3. On the case: Look under the battery (for older models) or on the slot SIM-map.

When you have an IMEI, check the model through the official services:

⚠️ Attention: If during the inspection IMEI The service shows a model that does not match the one indicated on the box - before you 100% fake or "gray" rebranding (for example, Redmi, cross-stitched under the box). POCO).

4. Hidden engineering codes for advanced users

If standard methods don't work (e.g., on custom firmware or after a reset), you can use service commands, which run at the system level and show raw information about the device.

Open the Phone app and enter the following combinations:

• 🔧 ##4636## – opens the Testing menu, where the device information section will have the Model line.
• 📊 ##225## - will show the production calendar (useful for checking originality).
• 🔍 ##6484## - A hardware test where the model is displayed at the top.
• 📱 ##64663## - full module information (including platform name).

On some firmware, nothing happens after you enter the code, which means that the command is disabled, in which case, try an alternative method: connect the phone to the computer and use ADB (instruction below).

Enter the code ##4636##

Go to the tab "Device Information"

Find the line "Model" or "Model number"

Compare it to the data on the box.

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5. How to find out the Xiaomi model through a computer (ADB and Mi Flash)

This is a useful tool if your phone is not turning on or you have an informal firmware installed.

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/Linux/Mac
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original)
• 🛠️ Utilities. ADB and Fastboot

Download Google's Platform Tools and unpack the archive.

1. Connect your phone to your PC in USB Debugging mode (includes in Settings → For Developers).
2. Open the command line in the ADB folder.
3. Enter the command: adb shell getprop ro.product.model The exact name of the model will appear on the screen.

If the phone doesn’t turn on but comes into the Fastboot (black screen with a rabbit), use:

fastboot getvar product

For Xiaomi owners, there is another way – through the official Mi Flash Tool utility. Connect the phone in Fastboot mode, and the program will automatically determine the model when choosing a firmware.

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The ADB method works even on locked phones if USB debugging is enabled.This is the only way to know the model if the screen is broken, but the phone responds to the connection to the PC.

6. Determination of the model by external features (for experienced)

If the phone doesn't turn on at all and the box doesn't, you can try identifying the model by design and arrangement of the elements, which requires knowledge of Xiaomi's lines, but we'll give you some key clues.

Pay attention to:

• 📏 Camera size and shape: Dual vertical camera is most likely a Redmi Note 8/9 - Square block with 4-I'm with cameras - Redmi Note 10/11 or POCO X3 - Round "lens" - flagships Mi 11 or 12
• 🔄 Location of the fingerprint scanner: - On the back - budget models (Redmi) 9A) - In the power button – Redmi Note 10 and newer – Under the screen – the flagships of the Mi 10T, 11T
• 🔌 Type of connector: - Micro-USB - models up to 2019 (Redmi 7, Mi) A2) - USB-C — All devices from 2020
• 🎨 Color options: - POCO often releases bright colors (yellow, orange) - Redmi Note - classic black / blue / white - Flagships Mi - premium shades (green, purple)

For accurate identification, check the Xiaomi Device database, where models are sorted by appearance. Or use the DeviceSpecifications service, where you can filter smartphones by design.

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If you have "Designed by Xiaomi" on the back, it's 100% original. There's no such engraving on the fakes.

7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When defining a Xiaomi model, users often face problems.

• 🔄 "The settings display an incomplete name" - for example, only Redmi Note without a number. Solution: see Model Number (for example, see Model Number, 2201116PG) And look for him at Kimovil.
• 📱 "06# is not working" - some firmwares have blocked this code. Use the alternative: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Status SIM-map.
• 🔧 "ADB not seeing the device – make sure that the debugging is enabled USB and Mi drivers installed PC Suite.
• 🛒 "The seller hides the model – always check before buying a used phone IMEI through mi.com/verify. Fakes are often disguised as popular models like the Redmi Note. 11.

Another common problem is the confusion between the global and Chinese versions, such as the Redmi Note 10 Pro for China has the code M2101K6G, and the global version is M2101K6P. The difference is one letter, but the firmware is incompatible!

⚠️ Note: If you see a Xiaomi model in the settings M2004J7AC, a) the seller claims that it is POCO X3 NFC — This is the Chinese version of the Redmi Note 9 Pro, which doesn't support Google Services without manual stitching.

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