Have you shot a cool video on your Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro or POCO X6 Pro, but want to show it on the big screen?Transfer media from phone to TV is a challenge millions of users face daily. Fortunately, Xiaomi smartphone owners have at least 5 proven ways to do it without loss of quality and with minimal delay.
In this article, we will look at all the current methods of video transmission, from wireless technologies like Miracast and Google Cast to wired solutions via USB-C/HDMI. You will learn what method is suitable for your TV model (Samsung QLED, LG OLED, Xiaomi TV or budget brands), how to avoid common connection errors, and what to do if video slows down or does not play. And for owners of older Xiaomi models (for example, Redmi 5 or Mi 8), we have prepared separate recommendations for compatibility.
Before you go to the instructions, check two key points: the version. MIUI on your phone (current firmware supports more protocols) and the presence of ports on your TV, for example, you will need to have a wired connection. USB-C on a smartphone, or a micro-USB adapter → HDMI If you're not sure if you're compatible, use ours. FAQ-section.
1. video transmission via Miracast (Wireless Display)
Miracast is a wireless screen standard that all modern Xiaomi smartphones (starting with MIUI 10) and most TVs since 2016 support, and the main advantage of the method is that there is no need for a router: the connection is installed directly between the phone and TV.
To use Miracast, follow the following steps:
- 📱 On the phone: open Settings → Connection and sharing → Screen transfer (on some models the path may differ: Settings) → Screen. → Wireless display).
- 📺 On TV: activate Screen Mirroring (the menu may be called Screen Mirror, Wi-Fi Direct, or Miracast). TV Path: Settings → Connection → Wireless display.
- 🔍 From the list of available devices on your phone, select the name of your TV. Confirm the connection on both devices.
- 🎬 Run the video on your phone, it will automatically appear on the TV screen. Playback control remains on the smartphone.
Miracast supports video transmission in resolution up to 1080p (on some Xiaomi models – up to 4K), but there may be a delay of up to 0.5 seconds. If the image is slowing down, try to reduce the resolution in the screen transfer settings or bring the phone closer to the TV (the optimal distance is up to 5 meters).
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If Miracast doesn’t find the TV, restart both devices and check if the All Device Detect mode is on in the network settings.
⚠️ Note: On Samsung TVs older than 2018, Miracast may not work as well due to outdated firmware.
2. Use of Google Cast (Chromecast or Built-in Cast)
If your TV supports Google Cast (such as Android TV models or Chromecast connected), you can stream Xiaomi videos through apps like YouTube, Google Photos or VLC. This method is more stable than Miracast, and allows you to stream content in the background.
Instructions for setting:
- 📱 Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (this is a must for Google Cast!).
- 🎥 Open the video in the supported app (for example, on YouTube click on the broadcast icon in the upper right corner).
- 📺 From the list of devices, select your TV. The broadcast will start automatically.
- 🔄 To stop, click "Disable" in the same menu or close the app on your phone.
| Annex | Support for Google Cast | Max, permission. | Delay. |
|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube | ✅ Yes. | 4K HDR | ~0.2 s |
| Google Photo | ✅ Yes. | 1080p | ~0.3 s |
| VLC | ✅ Yes (paid version) | 4K | ~0.5s |
| Xiaomi Gallery | ❌ No. | — | — |
If you don’t have a Chromecast but your TV runs on Android TV (like Xiaomi Mi TV 4S or Sony Bravia), use the built-in Cast: click on the broadcast icon in the TV’s notification bar and select the source.
3. Wired connection via USB-C/HDMI
For maximum quality without delays and network problems, use wired connectivity. Modern Xiaomi smartphones (starting with the Redmi Note 10 and Mi 11) support image output via the USB-C port using a USB-C → HDMI adapter. This method guarantees video transfer in resolution up to 4K@60Hz without loss.
What you need:
- 🔌 adapter USB-C → HDMI (We recommend original from Xiaomi or certified by Anker).
- 📺 HDMI-cable (usually complete with a TV).
- ⚡ Power supply for the phone (with prolonged playback).
Step-by-step:
- Connect the adapter to the USB-C port on your phone.
- Connect the adapter to the TV through HDMI-cable (use the port) HDMI 1/ARC better quality).
- On the TV, select the appropriate signal source (e.g. HDMI 1).
- The phone will be notified of connecting to an external display, select "Mirror" or "Screen Extension" mode.
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⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi phones with MediaTek processors (e.g. Redmi 9 or MediaTek) POCO M3) It's not working. 4K through HDMI. In this case, the maximum permit — 1080p.
4. Transmission over a local area network (DLNA/UPnP)
If you don't have to mirror the screen, just play the video on your TV, use the DLNA protocol. This method allows you to "send" a file to TV without broadcasting the screen, which saves battery life. Most modern TVs (including Xiaomi TV, Samsung Smart TV and LG webOS) support DLNA out of the box.
How to set up:
- 📱 On the phone: install an application for DLNA, For example, BubbleUPnP or LocalCast (free versions available on Google Play).
- 📺 On TV: Turn on the function DLNA in network settings (usually called "Mediaserver" or "Network Devices").
- 🔄 Make sure that both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- 🎥 In the app on your phone, select a video, click "Play on..." and specify your TV.
DLNA supports video formats up to 4K, but may not play files with rare codecs (such as AV1 or ProRes).If the video does not open, convert it to H.264 or H.265 using the VLC app.
What video formats does DLNA support?
5. Transfer via cloud services (Google Drive, Mi Cloud)
If you have slow Wi-Fi or no physical access to your TV (like showing videos to friends on their TV), use cloud services, a method that is universal but requires a stable Internet connection on your TV.
Algorithm of action:
- Upload the video to the cloud: 📁 Google Drive: Supports files up to 75GB, but can compress video when viewing. ☁️ Mi Cloud: only for Xiaomi account holders, limit is 5 GB per file.
Google Drive
Android TV
🔗 Find the downloaded file and play it back.
The advantage of this method is that you can access video from any device, and the disadvantage is that you can depend on the speed of the Internet. 4K-Video recommended speed of at least 25 Mbit / s.
6.Alternative methods: Bluetooth and NFC
While Bluetooth and NFC are not designed to transmit video, they can be used to make it easier to connect:
- 🔵 Bluetooth: Suitable only for transferring small video files (up to 50 MB) via the Send File function in the Bluetooth menu.
- 📶 NFC: On some Xiaomi models (such as the Mi 11 Ultra), you can quickly bundle your phone with a TV that supports the device. NFC, for subsequent transmission via Wi-Fi Direct.
These methods are inferior in functionality to Miracast or HDMI, but can help in emergency situations.
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For video transfer from Xiaomi to TV, Miracast (for wireless mirroring) is best suited and HDMI-Adapter (for maximum quality) Cloud services and DLNA are suitable for rare use, and Bluetooth/NFC — Only for small files.
Comparison of video transmission methods
| Method | Max. Quality. | Delay. | Wi-Fi required | Difficulty setting up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miracast | 4K (on new models) | 0.3–0.7 s | ❌ No. | ⭐⭐ |
| Google Cast | 4K HDR | 0.1-0.3 s | ✅ Yes. | ⭐ |
| HDMI-adapter | 4K@60Hz | 0 | ❌ No. | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| DLNA | 4K (depends on TV) | 0.5-1 s | ✅ Yes. | ⭐⭐ |
| Cloud. | Original | Depends on the Internet. | ✅ Yes. | ⭐ |
Solving common problems
If the video is not transmitted or is played with errors, check the following points:
- 🔌 No image on the HDMI: Try another cable or port on your TV. Some Xiaomi models need to manually turn on mode. MHL screen-setting.
- 📶 Miracast can't find TV: Turn off VPN You can use your phone to check if you're on Device Detection on TV. Samsung may need to update its firmware.
- 🎵 There is video, but no sound: In screen transfer settings (Settings) → Sound) select "Teleminate sound to TV". HDMI Check that the cable supports audio (must be labeled) HDMI 1.4+).
- 🐢 Video slows down: Reduce resolution in Miracast settings or switch to wired connection. For Wi-Fi, use the 5 GHz band.
⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi phones with MIUI 13+ at the first connection through HDMI There may be a request to unlock OEM Unlock in the developer settings. Without this, the video will not be transmitted.