How to stream a screen to a TV from Xiaomi phone: all ways 2026

Do you want to show pictures from your vacation on the big screen, run a mobile game on your TV or stream a movie with Xiaomi without unnecessary wires? Smartphone to TV is one of the most popular features, but not everyone knows how to set it up correctly. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of broadcasting from Redmi phones, POCO and other Xiaomi lines, from wireless protocols to wired adapters, taking into account the features of different TV models.

The main problem is that users have an unstable connection, image delays or a complete lack of device compatibility. Not only will we give step-by-step instructions, but we will also explain why errors can occur and how to fix them. For example, did you know that some Samsung TVs need to manually turn on Screen Mirroring mode, and LG need to activate Wi-Fi Direct? or that Xiaomi smartphones on MIUI 14+ support live streaming through Google Cast without additional applications?

At the end of this article, you'll find a comparative chart of methods for speed, quality, and ease of setup, as well as answers to common questions — for example, can you stream Netflix or YouTube from your phone to TV without lags, and let's start with the most universal way, wireless transmission over Miracast.

1. Wireless broadcast on Miracast (Screen Mirroring)

Miracast is a wireless screen standard that is supported by almost all modern Xiaomi TVs and smartphones. The main advantage of the method is that there is no dependence on the Internet connection: data is transmitted directly over Wi-Fi Direct, so the delays are minimal (about 50-100 ms).

To begin the broadcast:

• 📱 On Xiaomi phone, open Settings → Connection and sharing → Screen transmission (on MIUI 14+ The path may be different: Settings → Screen. → TV broadcast).
• 🖥️ On your TV, activate Screen Mirroring (called Miracast, Wireless Display, Smart View) and this option is usually hidden in the Network or Connections menu.
• 🔍 From the list of available devices on your phone, select the name of your TV. If it is not available, check if the TV is in detection mode (sometimes you need to manually search for devices).
• ✅ Confirm the connection on both devices. on some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Note 12 Pro)+) You may be asked to allow the transfer of media files – agree.

If the broadcast does not start:

⚠️ Attention: On TVs LG From webOS below version 5.0 Miracast, you may not be supported. → General information → TV Information: Update your firmware if a new version is available.

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2. Broadcast via Google Cast (Chromecast)

If your TV supports Google Cast (built-in or via Chromecast), this will be the most convenient method. Unlike Miracast, it does not duplicate the entire screen, but only transfers content from supported applications such as YouTube, Netflix or Google Photos, but the picture quality is higher (up to 4K HDR), and the delays are minimal.

Instructions for Xiaomi:

1. Make sure your phone and TV (or Chromecast) are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open an app that supports the broadcast (e.g. YouTube) and click on the Cast icon (usually in the upper right corner).
3. In the list of devices, select your TV. If you don't have one, check if the TV is on Google Cast (called Wireless Projection or the like).
4. Some Xiaomi models (e.g., POCO F5) may need to pre-enable Media Transfer in Google → Devices and Sharing settings.

Features of the method:

• 🎬 Supports 4K@60fps on TVs with Chromecast Ultra or Google TV.
• 🔊 The sound is transmitted automatically, but on some TVs (e.g. Xiaomi). TV A2) You may need to manually select the audio source.
• 🚫 Not working with DRM-protected content (e.g., some movies in KinoPoisk or IVI).

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If the streaming through Google Cast is constantly interrupted, try reconnecting your phone and TV to a Wi-Fi network at 5 GHz – this reduces interference.

3. Wired connection via HDMI (for maximum quality)

If you need a minimal picture lag (for example, for games or watching sports broadcasts), the best option is a wired connection via HDMI.

• 📱 Xiaomi Smartphone with Support USB-C (All models after 2019).
• 🔌 adapter USB-C → HDMI (We recommend original from Xiaomi or certified by Anker).
• 🖥️ Free port TV HDMI (Preferably version 2.0 or higher 4K).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to the phone and HDMI-cable.
2. On the phone in the Settings menu → Screen. → Regime. HDMI (or Image output) select Duplicate screen or Expand screen.
3. On the TV, select the appropriate signal source (e.g. HDMI 1).
4. If the image doesn’t show up, try restarting your phone or using a different cable (some cheap adapters don’t support video output).

Advantages of the method:

• 🎮 Delay less than 20ms – ideal for gaming (Call of Duty Mobile, PUBG).
• 📺 Support for permission before 4K@60Hz (Xiaomi 13 Pro and newer).
• 🔋 Does not drain the phone battery as much as wireless methods.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi smartphones with MediaTek processor (for example, Redmi Note 11) may not work output 4K through HDMI Because of the limitations of the chipset, in this case, the maximum resolution — 1080p.

4. Broadcasting through the TV manufacturer's applications

Many TV brands offer their own wireless screen solutions, such as:

• 📺 Samsung SmartThings for Samsung TV (supports Xiaomi on Android 10)+).
• 📺 LG TV Plus - for TVs LG webOS.
• 📺 Xiaomi TV Assistant for Xiaomi smart TVs (e.g. Mi) TV Q2).

Let’s take a look at Samsung SmartThings:

1. Install the SmartThings app from Google Play.
2. Sign up or sign in to your Samsung account.
3. In the main menu, select Add Device → Television and follow the instructions.
4. After connecting, click Screen Transfer in the device menu.

Features:

• ⚡ Faster than Miracast, but only works with TV of the same brand.
• 🔒 Requires registration of the manufacturer’s account.
• 📱 On Xiaomi MIUI 13 and below may have sound issues - try turning on Video Only mode in the broadcast settings.

5. Using DLNA to Transfer Media Files

If you only need to stream photos, videos, or music (not the entire screen), DLNA will work. It works over a local network and is supported by most Xiaomi TVs and smartphones.

How to set up:

1. On the TV, turn on DLNA (usually in the Network → Home Network menu).
2. On Xiaomi, open the Gallery or Music, select a file and click Share → DLNA (or Transmit to TV).
3. In the list of devices, select your TV.

Limitations:

• 🚫 Does not broadcast the entire screen – only individual files.
• 📹 Not all video formats are supported (e.g..mkv may not play on older TVs).
• 🔊 The sound is not always transmitted, depending on the TV model.

For convenience, you can use third-party applications, such as BubbleUPnP or LocalCast, which extend the capabilities of DLNA.

6. Alternative methods: via router or cloud

If the standard methods do not work, you can try non-obvious solutions:

• 🌐 Through the router with USB-Port: Some routers (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Router) 4A) You can plug in a flash drive and stream files to your TV over a local network, and on your phone, you just open a file in the conductor and select the option to play on TV.
• ☁️ Cloud services: Upload the video to Google Drive or Yandex Drive, then open it on your TV through your built-in browser or service app.
• 🖥️ Through PC: If you have a computer connected to a TV, you can use TeamViewer or ApowerMirror to stream your phone screen to your PC and then to your TV.

These methods are less convenient, but they help when:

• The TV is older than 2015 and does not support Miracast.
• You need to stream content from a phone that does not support wireless protocols (for example, Xiaomi Mi A1 on pure Android).
• It requires large file transfers (over 4 GB) that are not sent over Bluetooth.

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Cloud services are the only way to stream content to your TV if your phone and TV are on different networks (for example, you are on a business trip and your relatives are at home).

Comparison of translation methods: what to choose?

To make the choice easier, we have compiled a table with the key parameters of each method:

For most users, the best choice is:

• 🎮 For games: HDMI Miracast (if a delay of up to 100 ms is acceptable).
• 🎬 For movies: Google Cast or TV manufacturer apps.
• 📷 For a photo: DLNA Miracast.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions