How to determine the Xiaomi model if the phone is locked: all working ways

Forgot your Xiaomi model and your phone locked with a password, a pattern lock or a Mi Account? The situation is familiar to many — especially if the device was bought by hand, was idle for a long time or was given away. Without the exact name of the model, it is difficult to find firmware to unlock, order parts or even sell a gadget.

Fortunately, there are at least 10 ways to learn the model of a blocked Xiaomi – from basic (visual inspection, box) to advanced (service codes, ADB, In this article, we will discuss each method with step-by-step instructions, risk warnings, and examples for popular series (Redmi Note, POCO, Important: Some methods require unlocking the bootloader or root rights – we marked them with special icons. ⚠️.

If you are in a hurry, use the quick checklist below. For a detailed analysis, read the article in full - there are nuances that will save you from mistakes.

📦 Look at the box (if it is still there)

🔍 Check the sticker under the battery (requires disassembly)

📱 Enter #44336## (not working on all models)

🖥️ Connect to a PC and check in Device Manager

🔧 Use Fastboot (needs cable and PC)-->

1. Visual inspection: where Xiaomi hides the model

So, to start with, the simplest thing is, the phone's external inspection, and the manufacturer often duplicates the model information in multiple places, even if the screen is locked.

📌 Where to find:

• 📄 Sticker on the back cover - on old models (Redmi) 4X, Mi A1) model is listed under the logo, POCO X5) It could only be a serial number.
• 📦 Phone box – on the side or bottom of a usually printed model (for example, a printed model, M2101K6G For the Redmi Note 10 Pro).
• 🔋 Under the battery - if the lid is removable (relevant for Redmi) 3S, Mi Max 2, there is a sticker with full information below it.
• 📄 Documents – the warranty card or purchase check always shows the model.

⚠️ Note: On some models (POCO F3, Xiaomi 12T) The sticker under the battery may not be there, and instead, the information is put on a board by a laser, and in this case, only disassembling the flashlight will help.

If you bought your phone by hand, try contacting the previous owner, and often people save a picture of the box or check, which will save you time.

2.Service codes: secret commands for Xiaomi

On a locked Xiaomi, you can try to enter service codes — they work even without unlocking the screen, the main condition is that the phone must be turned on and responsive to touch (if the screen is completely black, the codes will not help).

📱 List of working codes for Xiaomi:

• 🔢 ##44336## - shows the full model name, firmware version and serial number, and works on most devices until 2021 (Redmi Note 9, Mi 10).
• 📱 ##6484## – Sensor test, but the top of the screen sometimes displays a model.
• 📞 *#06# - shows IMEI, This is how you can determine the model through online services (more on this below).
• 🔋 ##4636## - Test menu where the phone information section can include a model.

🔹 How to enter codes:

1. Open the Phone app (even on a locked screen, it is accessible via an emergency call).
2. Enter the code as a phone number and press the call button.
3. If the code works, you will see a service menu with data.

Visual inspection |Service codes |Through IMEI|PK |Never tried-->

⚠️ Note: On new models (Xiaomi 13, POCO X5 Pro) many service codes are disabled due to security policy. If nothing happens after you enter the code, move on to other methods.

3. IMEI model definition

If the service codes didn’t work, but you managed to get an IMEI (via *#06# or on a sticker under the battery), you can recognize the model through online services. This method works for all Xiaomi devices, including new ones.

🔍 Step-by-step instruction:

1. Get an IMEI (15-digit number, for example, 861234567890123).
2. Go to one of the proven services: IMEI.info (English, free), SNDeeP.info (Russian, with the base Xiaomi) IMEI24 (paid, but accurate)

Check

Model

Device Name

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

📊 An example of decryption IMEI Xiaomi:

⚠️ Note: Some services may show the code name of the model (e.g., Raphael for Redmi). K20 To translate it into a regular name, use the XiaomiUI database.

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If the IMEI starts with 86, it's guaranteed to be a Xiaomi device.If the first digits are different (like 35), it's possible the phone will be overflashed or fake.

4. PC Connection: Device Manager and MiFlash

If the phone is turned on but the screen is locked, you can plug it into your computer and check the model through Device Manager or MiFlash, a proprietary utility that works even without unlocking the bootloader.

🖥️ Method 1: Device Manager (Windows)

1. Connect your phone to your PC via the original cable (important!).
2. Open Device Manager (Win + X → Device Manager).
3. Find the Portable Devices or Other Devices section.
4. Right-click on the phone name (e.g. Xiaomi Composite MDB Interface) and select Properties → Information.
5. In the drop-down menu, select the hardware ID. VID_2717 and PID_ coded.

🔧 Method 2: MiFlash utility (for advanced applications)

1. Download the MiFlash Tool and install it.
2. Connect your phone in Fastboot mode (clip Volume Down + Power when the phone is off).
3. Open MiFlash, press Refresh – the device list will show a model (e.g., surya for POCO X3).

⚠️ Note: On models with non-removable battery (Xiaomi) 11T, POCO F4) You'll have to use a plastic spatula or a screen suction cup to gently lift the lid. Don't use metal tools, they can close the contacts!

📌 How to Safely Disassemble Xiaomi:

🔌 Turn off the phone and remove it. SIM-map

🔥 Heat the back cover with a hair dryer (temperature) 60-70°C) for softening the glue

🛠️ Use a plastic spatula or mediator

📸 Take a picture of the location of the plumes before disconnecting-->

If you're afraid of damaging your phone, contact the service center, and the disassembly will void the warranty (if it's still valid).

6. Fastboot and ADB: For users with experience

If you’re familiar with Fastboot and ADB, you can recognize the model of a locked Xiaomi through the command line. These methods require an unlocked bootloader (on new models it will have to be officially unlocked via Mi Unlock).

💻 Method 1: Through Fastboot

1. Install Platform Tools (includes fastboot and adb).
2. Connect your phone in Fastboot mode (clip Volume Down + Power).
3. Open the command line in the platform-tools folder and type: fastboot getvar product The answer will be in product: cezanne format (where cezanne is codenamed Redmi K40).

🐱 Method 2: Through ADB (if USB-debugging was included)

1. Connect the phone to your PC and type: adb shell getprop ro.product.model The command will return the full model name (e.g. M2007J20CG for Redmi Note 9 Pro).
2. To find out the code name, use: adb shell getprop ro.product.device

⚠️ Note: On devices with locked bootloader (Xiaomi 13, POCO F5) The fastboot teams may not show the model, instead it will be unknown, and in this case only disassembly or contacting the service will help.

7. Online services by serial number or MAC-address

If you have a serial number (on a box, under a battery, or on a check), you can check the model through official and unofficial databases.

🌍 Where to check the serial number:

• 🔍 Xiaomi official website: go to the check page, enter the serial number and captcha. the system will show the model and the activation date.
• 📊 SNDeeP database: enter the serial number in the field on sndeep.info S/N — service will provide model and characteristics.
• 🖧 Po Po Po MAC-address Wi-Fi/Bluetooth: if you know MAC (You can see the router settings, use the service MAC Vendors. for Xiaomi the first 6 symbolism 78:11:DC, B4:5D:50 or DC:4A:3E.

📌 Example of decryption of serial number:

The Xiaomi serial number is usually in the format XXXXXXXXX (9-10 digits) or MYYMMDDXXXXXXXX, where:

• M is the factory code (for example, F for Foxconn).
• YYMMDD is the date of manufacture (e.g. 210315 = March 15, 2021).
• XXXXXX is a unique device identifier.

⚠️ Warning: Don’t enter a serial number on questionable sites – scammers can use it to unlock your Mi Account!

8.Apply to the Xiaomi Service Center

If all of these methods don't work, there's a service center, and it's the most reliable, but it's the longest, and the benefits are:

• 🔧 It is guaranteed to determine the model even on a severely damaged phone.
• 📄 Provide documents with specifications (useful for sale or repair).
• 🔓 They can help with unlocking (if you confirm ownership).

📍 How to find the official Xiaomi service:

1. Go to the support page.
2. Choose your country and city.
3. Check out the reviews about the service center (some informal workshops are posing as official).

⚠️ Attention: In informal workshops, you can call the model "by eye" - this is fraught with errors. For example, the Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Note 10 Pro are almost identical in appearance, but have different processors and firmware.

💰 Cost of service: In official services, model determination is usually free, unless disassembly is required. In private workshops, they can charge 300-1000 rubles for diagnostics.

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If you buy your phone on AliExpress or another Chinese store, contact the service with international accreditation. Many Russian centers refuse to work with gray devices.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi model definition