Xiaomi's wireless display technology on smartphones allows you to broadcast your phone screen to a large screen of a TV, monitor or projector wirelessly, which is convenient for watching movies, games, presentations or even duplicate desktops. But how exactly does this feature work, what protocols are supported, and how do you avoid typical setup errors?
In this article, we’ll go through all the nuances, from the basic principles of Miracast and Wi-Fi Direct to the intricacies of compatibility with TVs from different brands. You’ll learn which Xiaomi models (from the Redmi Note 12 to the flagship Xiaomi 14) support wireless broadcasting, how to enable the feature through Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless display, and what to do if the image is lagging or the sound is not synchronized. And also compare Miracast with alternatives like Google Cast and AirPlay (yes, it also works on some devices!).
What is a wireless display and why you need it
Wireless Display is a technology for transmitting video and sound from a smartphone to an external screen through the air, without HDMI-It is based on Miracast standards (developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance) or proprietary protocols like AirPlay (from Apple) and Google Cast (for Chromecast).
Xiaomi smartphones are most commonly used Miracast, as it is built into Android at the system level and does not require additional applications. The main advantage is the minimum latency (latency) up to 30-50 ms, which is critical for games or watching dynamic video. For comparison, Google Cast can have a delay of up to 200 ms, which is noticeable when watching sports or action movies.
- 🎮 Games: broadcast gameplay to the big screen with minimal lag (supported by Bluetooth gamepads).
- 🎬 Movies and TV series: viewing content from your phone on your TV in high resolution (up to) 4K@30fps flagship).
- 📊 Presentations: demonstration of slides or documents without wires (comfortable for work).
- 🔄 Screen duplication: displaying the smartphone interface in real time (for example, for navigation in the car).
It’s important to understand that a wireless display is not the same as DLNA (which only transfers media files) or Screen Mirroring through third-party applications (such as ApowerMirror), which is a live screen broadcast with interactive features (touching on the phone is displayed on TV).
What Xiaomi smartphones support wireless display
The wireless display feature is available on most Xiaomi smartphones released after 2018, but there are nuances. Cheap models (such as the Redmi 9A or POCO C50) often lack Miracast support due to a weak processor or lack of Wi-Fi Direct module. Flagships (Xiaomi 13/14, Mix Fold) and mid-budget devices (Redmi Note 12 Pro+, POCO F5) usually support the out-of-the-box function.
Compatibility can be checked in two ways:
- Go to Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless Display. If there is no point, the function is not supported.
- Install Miracast Checker from Google Play (shows supported protocols).
| Smartphone model | Miracast support | Max, permission. | Delay (latency) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 14 Ultra | ✅ Yes. | 4K@30fps | ~30 ms. |
| Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | ✅ Yes. | 1080p@60fps | ~50 ms. |
| POCO X5 Pro | ✅ Yes. | 1080p@30fps | ~60 ms. |
| Redmi 10A | ❌ No. | — | — |
⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T) Wireless display works only with Android TVs TV 9.0+. Before buying TV, check compatibility!
How to connect Xiaomi smartphone to the TV on Miracast
The connection process takes no more than a minute, but requires preparation.
- 📶 TV and smartphone connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or support Wi-Fi Direct).
- 🔋 The charge level of the phone is above 30% (broadcast consumes battery).
- 📺 The TV has a signal reception mode (usually called Screen Mirroring or Miracast).
Step-by-step:
- Open the settings on your smartphone.
- Go to Connections and Sharing → Wireless Display.
- Click Device Search – the phone will start scanning the available screens.
- Select your TV from the list. PIN-Enter the code (usually displayed on TV).
- Confirm the connection on both devices.
Check the Android version on your phone (at least 8.0)
Update the TV firmware
Turn off VPN on your smartphone
Make sure that the distance between the devices is not more than 5 meters-->
If the TV is not there, try:
- 🔄 Reboot both devices.
- 📡 Manually enable Wi-Fi Direct on TV (in the network menu).
- 🛠️ Update the firmware of the smartphone (in Settings) → The phone. → Updating the system).
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If the image is slowing down, try to reduce the broadcast resolution in the wireless display settings (select 720p instead of 1080p).
Miracast vs Google Cast vs AirPlay: What’s better on Xiaomi
Xiaomi smartphones have three basic wireless protocols available, and each has pros and cons. Let's figure out which one to choose depending on the task.
| Protocol | Pluses | Cons | Where does he work for Xiaomi? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miracast | ✅ Low delay✅ Doesn't require the Internet.✅ Works with most TVs. | ❌ It can slow down on weak smartphones❌ No support. 4K@60fps | All models with Android 8.0+ |
| Google Cast | ✅ Stable video broadcasting✅ Chromecast support and NVIDIA Shield | ❌ High delay (~200 ms)❌ Demands the Internet. | Through apps (YouTube, Netflix) |
| AirPlay | ✅ Best sound quality✅ Support 4K HDR | ❌ It only works with Apple. TV or TV with AirPlay 2❌ Xiaomi requires third-party applications | ApowerMirror or AirScreen |
For games or presentations, choose Miracast, which has minimal latency, Google Cast (if you have a Chromecast) is good for watching movies, and AirPlay is good for streaming on Apple TV (but you have to install additional software).
How to turn AirPlay on Xiaomi?
Common Problems and Their Solutions
Even with the right setup, the wireless display on Xiaomi can malfunction, and here are the typical bugs and ways to fix them:
- 🔴 "Failed to connect to the device: Check if the Miracast TV supports (on some Samsung and other devices) LG Turn off Bluetooth on your phone, it may conflict with Wi-Fi Direct.
- 🎵 "Sound is there, no images": Restart the broadcast by re-selecting the TV. Try another power cable for the phone (sometimes a lack of power knocks the video down).
- 🐢 "Strong lags and brakes": Reduce broadcast resolution to 720p. Close the background apps on your phone (especially instant messengers and games). Connect your phone to charge - performance restriction due to battery can cause lags.
⚠️ Warning: Some Sony Bravia 2020-2022 TVs only have Miracast on after the feature is disabled IP Control in network settings!
If nothing helps, try alternative methods:
- 🔄 Use it. USB-C → HDMI Adapter (for models with DisplayPort Alt Mode support, for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro).
- 📱 Install ApowerMirror or TeamViewer QuickSupport for Internet streaming.
How to improve the quality of the broadcast: expert advice
To make the wireless display work as smoothly as possible, follow these recommendations:
- Use 5 GHz Wi-Fi: 5 GHz network is less prone to interference than 2.4 GHz. Switch the router to this mode or connect the phone directly to the TV via Wi-Fi Direct.
- Limit background processes: Close all applications except the one you're broadcasting. Especially voracious ones like TikTok, Facebook, Genshin Impact.
- Set up energy saving: In Settings → Battery → Performance mode, select High Performance (at broadcast time).
- Update your firmware: Manufacturers regularly optimize Miracast. Check for updates in Settings → About Phone → System Update.
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For stable game streaming (such as Call of Duty Mobile or Genshin Impact), use the game mode in your phone settings and connect the gamepad over Bluetooth.
If you're streaming movies, turn on Do Not Disturb and turn off notifications — they can interrupt the stream of video. For presentations, it's better to use a wired connection (via USB-C → HDMI), as it ensures there are no lags.
Miracast Alternatives: When to Use Other Methods
If Miracast is not suitable (for example, due to incompatibility with the TV), consider these options:
- 📺 Google Chromecast: Device for the ~3 000 ₽ (2026 allows you to stream content from supported applications (YouTube, Netflix, Twitch) without lags.
- 🖥️ Steam Link: Valve's app is designed to stream games from PCs, but can also stream the screen of an Android device. 1080p@60fps delayed ~40 miss.
- 🔌 USB-C → HDMI Adapter: For models with DisplayPort Alt Mode (such as Xiaomi 13 Ultra), this is the most reliable way to display an image on the screen without delay. ₽.
The choice of method depends on the task:
- For games. → Miracast or USB-C → HDMI.
- For movies. → Google Cast or Chromecast.
- For presentations → USB-C → HDMI or TeamViewer.