Xiaomi Wireless Display: How to Connect to a Laptop in 5 Minutes (Instruction 2026)

Xiaomi’s wireless displays are a convenient solution for expanding the workspace or duplicating the laptop screen without unnecessary wires. Whether you use Mi TV Stick for presentations, Mi Portable Monitor as a second screen or Mi Wireless Display Dongle for streaming, the connection process has its own nuances. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of connecting, from the standard Miracast to Xiaomi’s proprietary protocols, as well as solve typical problems with image latency, communication gaps and device incompatibility.

The main advantage of wireless is mobility. You can stream a screen to a TV in the living room, use a portable monitor in a cafe, or connect to a projector in a conference room without carrying adapters. However, not all laptops support wireless broadcasting out of the box, and some Xiaomi models require additional drivers or settings. We tested all methods on devices running Windows 10/11 and macOS so you can choose the best option for your equipment.

What Xiaomi wireless displays support connection to a laptop

Xiaomi’s wireless display line includes several types of devices, differing in functionality and connectivity, and here are the key models that can be used with a laptop:

• 📺 Mi TV Stick / Mi TV Stick 4K — compact TV-boxing with Miracast support, DLNA and proprietary protocol Xiaomi Cast. Suitable for dubbing the screen on the TV or monitor with HDMI.
• 🖥️ Mi Portable Monitor 15.6" / 17.3" - portable monitors with wireless mode (only on new models 2023-2026). Require connection via Wi-Fi Direct or through proprietary software.
• 🔌 Mi Wireless Display Dongle – Wired Adapter HDMI-It's a wireless display, it's Miracast, and it's compatible with most laptops.
• 🎮 Mi Box S/Mi Box 4 is more powerful TV-Google Cast-enabled consoles (similar to Chromecast) allow you to stream the screen through a browser or specialized applications.

It is important to note that not all models support wireless screen duplication in the classic sense, for example, the Mi Portable Monitor of the first generations (before the first generation). 2022 year) only working on cable USB-C/HDMI, A wireless mode is available only for streaming media files. Before buying, check the specifications on the official Xiaomi website or in the documentation for the device.

Requirements for a laptop for wireless connection

To successfully connect Xiaomi’s wireless display to a laptop, your device must meet several technical requirements.

• 🖥️ Operating system: Windows 10/11 (version 1809 and later) with Miracast support. macOS (Big Sur and later) - for AirPlay or third-party applications. Linux - limited support via scrcpy or gnome-network-displays.
• 📡 Wireless modules: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) or newer (for stable broadcasting) 4K). Bluetooth 4.2+ (Initial synchronization of some devices).
• 🔧 Drivers and software: Topical drivers for video card (Intel) HD Graphics, NVIDIA, AMD Radeon.branded Xiaomi Wireless Display app (for some models).

If your laptop is released before 2018, chances are it doesn’t support Miracast at the hardware level, and you can use external adapters (such as Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter) or alternative protocols like Google Cast (for the Mi Box).

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Update your graphics card drivers via the official Intel, NVIDIA or AMD website before connecting. Outdated drivers are the most common cause of Miracast problems.

Method 1: Connect via Miracast (for Windows)

Miracast is a wireless screen broadcast standard supported by most modern Windows laptops, which allows you to duplicate or expand your desktop without additional software.

1. Turn on Miracast on Xiaomi device: For Mi TV Stick: Go to Settings → Display and sound → Wireless display and activate standby mode. For Mi Wireless Display Dongle: connect the adapter to the device. HDMI-port of the display and select the Miracast signal source.
2. Activate the projection on your laptop: Press Win + K (or Win + P → Connect to the wireless display). From the list of available devices, select your Xiaomi display.
3. Set up Display Mode: Choose Duplicate, Expand or Second Screen Only. Adjust the resolution to Screen Settings if necessary.

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If your device doesn’t appear in the list, check the following points:

• 🔄 The laptop and Xiaomi display must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or use Wi-Fi Direct).
• 🔌 Some models require a power supply connection during broadcasting.
• 🛠️ On laptops with Intel Wi-Fi may need to enable Wi-Fi Direct in the adapter settings.

Method 2: Connecting through Xiaomi proprietary software (for all OS)

For devices that don’t support Miracast (like MacBooks or older laptops), Xiaomi offers its own solution, the Xiaomi Wireless Display app, which works on the Wi-Fi Direct protocol and is compatible with most of the brand’s models.

Instructions for connection:

1. Install the application on the laptop and launch it.
2. On a Xiaomi device (such as Mi TV Stick), activate Xiaomi Cast mode in the display settings.
3. In the application, click Search and select your device from the list.
4. Confirm the connection on both devices (entry may be required) PIN-code).
5. Select the display mode: Mirror (duplication) or Extend (extension).

When using Xiaomi Wireless Display on macOS, you may need to disable system protection from untrusted applications in your security settings. Also note that this connection can delay up to 100-150 ms, which is noticeable when watching videos or games.

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Xiaomi Wireless Display is the only official way to connect the Mi Portable Monitor to a MacBook without wires.

Method 3: Connect via Google Cast (for Mi Box)

If you use the Mi Box S or Mi Box 4, you can stream your laptop screen through Google Cast, which works on Windows, macOS, and even Linux, but requires additional software.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the Mi Box to your TV or monitor and make sure it’s connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your laptop.
2. Install Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge (with Cast support).
3. Open the browser, click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Translate.
4. In the list of devices, select your Mi Box.
5. Select the source of the broadcast: The entire tab is for showing the web page; the entire screen is for duplicate desktop (may slow down); the file is for broadcasting a local video or presentation.

For smoother desktop broadcasting, it is recommended to use specialized programs like AirParrot (paid) or SpaceDesk (free for basic functions), which optimize the flow of data and reduce latency.

Solving Connection and Translation Quality Problems

Even with the right setup, you can run into typical problems, like communication breaks, image latency, or low resolution. Here's how to fix them:

If the broadcast is interrupted, try the following steps:

1. Reboot the router and laptop.
2. Disconnect other devices from Wi-Fi (especially those that consume a lot of traffic).
3. Reduce the screen resolution in the broadcast settings to 1280×720.
4. Use a wired router connection to the Internet (if it works in repeater mode).

⚠️ Note: When connected via Wi-Fi Direct, your laptop will be disconnected from the Internet. To maintain network access, use Miracast via router or connect the Internet via cable.

Optimizing Performance: How to Reduce Lag and Lag

Latency in wireless broadcasting is one of the main problems, especially if you plan to play or watch videos.

• Miracast: 50-150 ms (depending on Wi-Fi).
• Google Cast: 100-300ms (better for static images)
• Wi-Fi Direct (Xiaomi Cast): 30–80 ms (optimum for gaming).

To minimize lags, follow these recommendations:

• 📶 Use a router with Wi-Fi 6 support (802.11ax) Connect directly via Wi-Fi Direct.
• 🎮 For games, reduce the resolution to 1280×720 and turn off vertical synchronization in the graphics settings.
• 🔌 Connect your laptop to the power grid – on a battery, the processor may limit performance.
• 🚫 Close background applications that consume the Internet (Torrent, cloud syncs, etc.).

For professional tasks (design, video editing), it is better to use a wired connection via HDMI or USB-C, since wireless technologies are still inferior in stability and data transfer speed.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi wireless display