How to completely disable VoLTE on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones: 5 working ways

VoLTE Technology (Voice over) LTE) It allows you to make voice calls through 4G-But many Xiaomi Redmi owners face challenges ranging from accelerated battery drain to lost signal in areas with unstable coverage. 10/11/12, Redmi 9/10 and the flagship Redmi K50/K60, where the function is activated by default.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to disable VoLTE – from standard settings. MIUI You will learn how to check the support of the technology by your operator, what hidden consequences can be had by deactivating VoLTE for communication quality in 2026, and how to return the settings if something goes wrong. MIUI 12-14 and all Android versions from 10 to 14.

Why do users want to disable VoLTE on Xiaomi Redmi?

On paper, VoLTE looks perfect: HD-Sound, instant connection, parallel mobile Internet while you're talking, but in practice, Redmi owners complain about the problem:

• 🔋 Increased battery consumption - module LTE Consumes 15-20% more energy for active calls.
• 📶 Coating problems – VoLTE is unstable in some regions of Russia, causing communication breakdowns.
• 📱 Overheating of the device - especially noticeable on the budget models of Redmi 9A/9C Helio-processor G25/G35.
• 💰 Hidden tariff costs – some operators (e.g. Tele2) may charge traffic for VoLTE calls.

According to a 4PDA survey from 2023, 37 percent of Xiaomi users manually disable VoLTE because of these issues, while MTS, Beeline and MegaFon are actively promoting the technology by automatically connecting it to new SIM cards. Paradox: the more modern a smartphone, the more likely it is to encounter Forced VoLTE.

How to check if VoLTE is enabled on your Xiaomi Redmi

Before you turn off the function, make sure it is actually active. Here are 3 ways to check:

1. Icon in status bar: When you call, look at the top bar. If HD, VoLTE or 4G+ is displayed next to the signal level, the function works.
2. USSD Code: dial ##4636##, go to Phone Information and check the VoLTE provisioned bar. 1 means activation.
3. Settings SIM-maps: go to Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [Yours. SIM] → Turn on VoLTE. If the switch is active, the function is on.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI (For example, Global ROM For Redmi Note 11, the option with VoLTE may not be on the menu. This does not mean that the function is disabled - it can be forced to activate by the operator.

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If after turning off VoLTE in the settings stopped displaying 4G/5G, reboot the smartphone. This will reset the cache of the communication module.

Method 1: Disable VoLTE via standard MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use the built-in system options, which is suitable for 90% of Xiaomi Redmi models on MIUI 12-14:

Go to Settings.|Choose. SIM-maps and mobile networks|Put it on yours. SIM-map|Find the option Enable VoLTE and deactivate the switch|Reset the device-->

If the item Enable VoLTE is not:

• 🔍 Check if the firmware is updated (relevant to Redmi) 10/10A s MIUI 12.5).
• 📱 Try inserting. SIM-card in another slot (on two-symbol models).
• 🔄 Switch the network mode to Only 3G, back-to-back 4G.

⚠️ Note: Some Yota and Tinkoff Mobile tariffs may miss incoming calls when VoLTE is disabled. Before deactivating, check if your carrier supports CSFB (switch-over 3G/2G call-in).

Method 2: Deactivation via Engineering Menu (MTK/Qualcomm)

If the standard method didn’t work, try the engineering menu, which is available on all Xiaomi Redmis, but the paths to settings vary depending on the processor:

For Qualcomm chips (most Redmi Note models):

1. Dial ##4636###.
2. Select Phone Information.
3. Scroll down to Set Preferred Network Type.
4. Select LTE/TD-SCDMA/CDMA/EvDo/GSM/WCDMA (without mentioning VoLTE).

For MediaTek chips (Redmi 9/10, POCO M3):

1. Dial ##36446337##.
2. Go to Connectivity → VoLTE Settings.
3. Turn off VoLTE Enable Flag.

⚠️ Warning: Incorrect changes to the engineering menu can result in network loss or reset IMEI. Before experimenting, write down your current settings or back up through Settings. → System system → Backup.

Method 3: Disabling VoLTE through USSD-operator

Some Russian operators allow you to control VoLTE directly through the Internet USSD-This is the safest method, because the changes are made on the operator side, not in the firmware of the smartphone.

🔹 It's important: USSD-If the code doesn't work, check the actual command on the operator's website or via support chat. For example, Yota and Tinkoff Mobile don't support it. USSD-VoLTE management – there you will have to call the support service.

📌 Tip: After shipping USSD-Reboot your smartphone and check VoLTE status via ##4636##. Sometimes changes only apply after you reconnect to the network.

Method 4: Using applications to manage the network

If the previous methods didn't work, you can use third-party utilities.

• 📲 Network Signal Guru (for Qualcomm) – allows you to manually disable VoLTE and ViLTE.
• 📲 MTK Engineering Mode (for MediaTek) – an analogue of the engineering menu with a more friendly interface.
• 📲 4G LTE Switch – a universal solution for all chipsets.

⚠️ Attention: Apps require root rights or unlocked bootloader.Installation on unblocked Xiaomi Redmi could lead to:

• IMEI Block (on models with MIUI 14 and newer).
• Lose the warranty.
• Unstable operation of the communication module.

🔧 Alternative: If you don’t want to risk it, try rolling back the firmware to an earlier version. MIUI, where VoLTE is disabled by default, for example, the Redmi Note 11 version will suit MIUI 13.0.2.

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Third-party network management applications are the last resort. Always try standard settings first. USSD-team.

What to do if the VoLTE is not shut down?

If none of these methods worked, the problem may be:

1. Forced activation by operator: Some SIM cards (such as MTS Super or Beeline All) automatically enable VoLTE regardless of the phone settings. Solution: Call support and ask to disable the feature at the account level.
2. Modified core firmware. Custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience) can ignore VoLTE settings. Solution: go back to the official MIUI.
3. Hardware lock. Some Redmi models for the Chinese market have VoLTE fixed in their modem. Solution: reflash the device to the global version.

🛠️ Extreme method: If VoLTE is critically intruding and it is impossible to disable it, consider:

• 🆔 Replacement SIM-Older cards (without VoLTE support).
• 📡 Use of external 4G-call-in modem WhatsApp/Telegram.
• 🔄 Transition to the tariff without VoLTE (check with the operator).

FAQ: Frequent questions about disabling VoLTE on Xiaomi Redmi