How to find out which processor is in your Xiaomi device: all methods

The processor is the brain of any Xiaomi device that makes performance, energy efficiency, and even firmware upgrades depend on it. But how do you know which chip is on your smartphone, tablet, or smartwatch? This information will come in handy when choosing custom firmware, comparing it to other models, or diagnosing malfunctions.

Many users mistakenly assume that the name of the processor coincides with the model of the device (for example, Redmi Note 11 = Snapdragon 680). In fact, the same chip can be in dozens of gadgets, and one model can be released with different processors depending on the region. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods of verification, including hidden menus, third-party applications and even physical inspection of the board.

Some methods require root rights or special knowledge, but most of them are available to any user. If you plan to flash a device or buy parts, check not only the name of the processor, but also its revision (for example, Snapdragon 865 vs. 865+) – this is critical for compatibility.

1. Method: through MIUI settings (without applications)

The easiest method is to use the built-in MIUI tools. It is suitable for all Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones and tablets on any firmware version.

Open the Settings → About Phone menu. Here you will see basic information, but the name of the processor is usually hidden behind additional taps. Click several times in a row on the MIUI version or Device Model - this will open the extended hardware test menu (on some devices called Hardware Info).

The CPU section will show the full name of the chip, such as MediaTek Helio G96 or Qualcomm SM6375 (Snapdragon 695 5G). Note that some devices only display the code name (such as taro for Redmi Note 12) and not the marketing name of the processor.

⚠️ Note: On custom firmware devices (e.g. LineageOS), this method may show incorrect data.

• 📱 Suitable for: All devices on MIUI (including POCO and Black Shark)
• ⚡ Fast: Instantly (no Internet requirement)
• 🔧 Limitations: may not work on heavily modified firmware

2.Use of the engineering menu (#4636##)

The Android Hidden Engineering Menu contains detailed information about the hardware, including the processor model, number of cores and current frequency.

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination: ##4636### (some devices may require ##225###).
3. Select Phone Information (or Hardware Info)

In the Usage or Processor CPU section, you will see the name of the chip, as well as the current core load. For example, for the Xiaomi 13 Pro, here it will be indicated: Qualcomm SM8550-AB (Snapdragon 8 Gen 2).

This method works on most devices, but some manufacturers (including Xiaomi) can block access to the engineering menu in new versions of MIUI. If the combination does not work, try alternative codes:

• 🔢 ##2664## - Sensor test (sometimes showing iron)
• 🔢 ##225## - Calendar information (on some devices displays) CPU)
• 🔢 ##6484## - Test GPS iron

⚠️ Warning: Do not change the settings in the engineering menu unless you are sure of their purpose. Incorrect settings can lead to overheating or performance decrease.

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If the engineering menu doesn’t open, try entering the code through the Google Phone app (download to Play Market) rather than a standard call.

3. Third-party diagnostic applications

If the built-in methods don't work, use specialized utilities that not only show the model of the processor, but also provide additional data: architecture, process technology, supported instructions and even benchmarks.

Top.-3 apps:

Example of CPU-Z mapping for POCO F5:

• SoC: Qualcomm SM7475-AB (Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2)
• Architecture: 1× Cortex-X2 + 3× Cortex-A710 + 4× Cortex-A510
• Process technology: 4 nm

These apps are also useful for authenticating a device, for example, if the settings indicate Snapdragon 888 and the CPU-Z shows MediaTek Helio G95, you're looking at a fake.

Install the app from the official store |Open the SoC|Tab Compare the data to the official model specification |Check the System section to confirm the device model-->

4. Check through ADB (for advanced users)

If you have access to a computer, you can use ADB (Android Debug Bridge) to get detailed information about the processor, which is suitable for devices with an unlocked bootloader or USB debugging enabled.

Instructions:

1. Enable Developer Mode (click 7 times on the MIUI version in the settings).
2. Activate Debugging by USB in the Developer Menu.
3. Connect the device to the PC and execute the command:

adb shell cat /proc/cpuinfo

In the conclusion, find the lines:

• Hardware – code platform (e.g. qcom for Snapdragon, mt67xx for MediaTek)
• Processor - Architecture (ARMv8, ARMv9)
• Model name: The exact name of the kernels (e.g., Cortex-A78)

For more detailed analysis, use:

adb shell getprop ro.product.cpu.abi


adb shell getprop ro.chipname

These commands will return the CPU codename, which can be decrypted through databases such as Kimovil or GSMArena.

⚠️ Attention: Teams ADB They may not work on devices with a locked bootloader or modified firmware, in which case use alternative methods.

5. Physical inspection of the fee (for repair or disassembly)

If the device is not turning on or you plan to repair it, you can visually identify the processor.

1. Remove the back cover (most Xiaomi it is glued, you will need a mediator or suction cup).
2. Carefully disconnect the battery (required!) to avoid short circuit.
3. Find a large chip labeled Qualcomm, MediaTek, or HiSilicon, usually under a metal radiator.

Examples of markings:

• 🔧 Snapdragon 865 - The inscription SM8250 or SDM865
• 🔧 MediaTek Dimensity 9000 — MT6983
• 🔧 Google Tensor (not used in Xiaomi, but for comparison) — GS101

After you look, check the code against the database, for example, TechInsights can find photos and specifications of chips by labeling them.

⚠️ Warning: Disassembling the device will void the warranty. If you're not sure about your skills, contact the service center!

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Physical examination is the only way to know the processor on a broken device, but it requires soldering and diagnostic skills.

Determination of the processor by the model of the device (without disassembly)

If your device is working, but you don't want to install apps, you can recognize the processor from the Xiaomi model.

1. Find the full model name in the settings (Settings → About Phone → Model). For example, 2201116PG for Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G.
2. Enter this name on the websites: 🌍 GSMArena (Section Specs) 🌍 Official Xiaomi website (in the product card) 🌍 Kimovil (database with filters)

Example: for Xiaomi 12T Pro (model 22081212UG) on GSMArena, the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Ultra chip is indicated.

Note that one model can be produced with different processors depending on the region.

• 🇪🇺 POCO X5 Pro 5G (Europe - Snapdragon 778G
• 🇮🇳 POCO X5 Pro 5G (India - Snapdragon 695

To avoid errors, check not only the model but also the region (indicated in the settings as Country/Region or on the box).

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If the site lists several CPU options for one model, check through CPU-Z which chip is installed in your device.

7. Features of checking on Xiaomi smart devices

Processors are not only in smartphones, but also in other Xiaomi gadgets: smart watches, routers, TVs and even robot vacuum cleaners.

For smart devices, the name of the processor is rarely listed in the user interface, and more often it can be found:

• 🔍 In the service menu (available through special button combinations).
• 🔍 On a printed circuit board (requires disassembly).
• 🔍 In the documentation (see model on the Xiaomi website).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi processors