How to connect Android-smartphone to the TV Xiaomi Mi: all ways + problem solving

Why to Connect Android to Xiaomi TV

Connecting your Android smartphone or tablet to your Xiaomi Mi TV opens up new possibilities for multimedia, gaming and work. You can stream movies from YouTube or KinoPoisk to the big screen, show high-resolution vacation photos, play mobile games with easy control, or even duplicate the screen for presentations, especially for owners of Mi TV 4/5, Mi Box or Android TV models, where synchronization with devices on the same ecosystem is as smooth as possible.

But not everyone knows that there are many ways to connect, from wireless protocols to wired adapters, depending on your TV model, Android version on your smartphone, and even the availability of additional accessories. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to connect, taking into account the features of MIUI firmware and Xiaomi TVs from 2020-2026, and give recommendations for eliminating common errors, such as lack of sound or image delay.

If you’ve never connected a device over Miracast, DLNA, or USB-C → HDMI before, don’t worry: our instructions are good for beginners, and for power users, we’ve prepared advanced settings, such as how to turn on developer mode to fine-tune the broadcast.

1. Wi-Fi Direct (Miracast) connection is the most versatile way

Miracast (or Wi-Fi Direct) allows you to broadcast your smartphone screen to your TV without wires or additional devices, a method that works on all Xiaomi Mi TVs with Android TV support (starting with Mi TV 3) and Android 4.2+ smartphones. The main advantage is the absence of delays when watching videos or games (unlike Chromecast).

To activate Miracast, follow the following steps:

  • 📱 On your smartphone: open Settings → Connections → Wireless broadcast (or Screen) → Wireless display in MIUI 12+).
  • 📺 On TV: Go to Settings → Network and Internet → Wi-Fi Direct or Screen → Wireless display.
  • 🔍 In the list of available devices, select the name of your TV (e.g. MiTV-XXXXX).
  • ✅ Confirm the connection on both devices.

If the TV is not on the list, check:

  • 🔄 Is the TV firmware updated (relevant for Mi models) TV 4A/4S 2018–2019 year-end).
  • 📶 Wi-Fi on both devices (even if they are connected to different networks).
  • 🔧 Is the Allow detection mode in the Wi-Fi Direct settings on the TV enabled.

Update the TV to the latest version

Turn on Wi-Fi on your smartphone and TV

Activate Wireless Display mode in MIUI

Make sure that the distance between the devices is not more than 5 meters-->

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi smartphones (such as the Redmi Note 10 Pro), the Miracast feature may be hidden. → The phone. → Version. MIUI and 5 times click on the version number line, and then the developer menu will appear where you want to turn on the Wireless Display option.

2.Using Google Cast (Chromecast) to stream content

If you don’t need to duplicate the entire screen, but only stream videos from apps (YouTube, Netflix, OKKO), it’s more convenient to use the Google Cast protocol.It’s built into most modern Xiaomi Mi TVs (starting with 2018 Mi TV 4) and works more stable than Miracast when playing content in high resolution.

Instructions for connection:

  1. Make sure your smartphone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
  2. Open a supported app (e.g. YouTube).
  3. Click on the broadcast icon (📺) Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list.
  4. The TV will have a connection request – confirm it.

List of apps that support Google Cast:

  • 🎬 YouTube, Netflix, Disney+
  • 🎵 Spotify, Yandex Music
  • 📱 Google Photos, Chrome (for broadcasting tabs)
AnnexSupport for Google CastMax, permission.
YouTube✅ Yes.4K HDR
Netflix✅ Yes.1080p (Netflix restriction)
OKKO/Ivie✅ Yes.1080p
Twitch❌ No.—

⚠️ Note: If video is slowing down when streaming via Google Cast, try reducing the resolution in the app settings or reconnect to the Wi-Fi network at frequency. 5 GHz (if the router supports) on Xiaomi Mi TVs TV Q1/Q2 You can also enable the option Quality Priority in the Network settings → Google Cast.

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3. HDMI wired connection for minimal delays

If you need a lag-free display (for gaming or professional tasks, for example), the best option is a wired connection via HDMI.

  • 📱 Smartphone with support USB-C → HDMI (Most Xiaomi models starting in 2019).
  • 🔌 adapter USB-C to HDMI (For example, original from Xiaomi or certified by Anker).
  • 📺 Free port HDMI on television (preferably) HDMI 2.0 support 4K@60Hz).

Step-by-step:

  1. Connect the adapter to the smartphone.
  2. Connect the adapter to the TV through HDMI-cable.
  3. On the TV, select the appropriate signal source (e.g. HDMI 1).
  4. On the smartphone may appear a request for permission to transfer the image – confirm it.

Advantages of the method:

  • 🎮 Minimal latency (ideal for gaming via Xbox Cloud Gaming or GeForce) NOW).
  • 📊 Support for permits up to 4K@60Hz (on Mi TVs TV Q1E newer).
  • 🔋 Charging your smartphone while connecting (if the adapter supports Power Delivery).
What adapters are suitable for Xiaomi? for Xiaomi smartphones, adapters with DisplayLink chip or original accessories from Xiaomi are recommended (article) MDZ-23-AB). Cheap, uncertified adapters may not support sound or high resolution. --> ⚠️ Attention.
On some Redmi models (e.g. Redmi) 9A) image-output HDMI It can be disabled by default. To activate it, go to Settings. → Additionally. → Developer mode → Turn it on. HDMI-exit. 4. Connection through USB (MHL/OTG) — alternative HDMI If you don't have an adapter USB-C → HDMI, but there's a cable USB-OTG, You can try to connect through the port. USB This method does not work on all Xiaomi Mi models, but is supported by TVs with a connector. USB 3.0 (Like Mi. TV 4S 55" What's needed: 📱 Smartphone with support MHL (Most of the flagships of Xiaomi before 2021 year-end). 🔌 Cable USB-OTG (adapter Micro-USB/USB-C → USB-A). 📺 Port TV USB, supportive MHL. How to connect: Connect your smartphone and TV with a cable OTG. On the TV, select the source of the signal. USB. On the smartphone may need to enable file transfer mode (MTP) or MHL In the settings For developers. Limitations of the method: ❌ It doesn’t work on all TVs (check support). MHL instruction). ⚡ Possible problems with audio transmission (sometimes a separate audio cable is required). 📉 Image quality is lower than in HDMI (maximum 1080p@30Hz). 5. Broadcasting through DLNA — for media files Protocol DLNA It allows you to stream media files (photos, videos, music) to your Xiaomi Mi TV without duplicating the screen, which is convenient if you don’t need to display the smartphone interface, but only play content. TV And Android smartphones. How to set up DLNA: On the TV, open the Media Player or Photo/Video app. In the settings, turn on the option DLNA-server or media sharing. On your smartphone, install a live streaming app (like BubbleUPnP or LocalCast). In the app, select a file and send it to a Xiaomi TV. DLNA: 📁 Support for playlists and folders (convenient for displaying photo albums). 🎵 Ability to stream music in the background. 📶 Low power consumption compared to Miracast: ❌ No way to broadcast screen or apps. ⚠️ Not all video formats are supported (for example, the video formats are not supported, MKV rare-codec). 💡DLNA — Best choice for viewing local media files, but not suitable for screen duplication or streaming from apps. 6 Problem Solving: What to do if the connection doesn't work Even with the right setup, errors can occur. Consider typical problems and ways to fix them: Problem Possible cause TV solution does not appear in the list of Wi-Fi Direct devices turned off on TV Turn on Wi-Fi Direct in network settings No sound when connecting on HDMI Incorrect audio output settings In the smartphone settings, select HDMI As a sound output device Image delay (lag) when playing Low Wi-Fi speed or network congestion Connect to 5 GHz network or use wired connection Applications are not streamed via Chromecast Outdated version of the application Update the application in Google Play If none of the The way it didn’t work, try it: 🔄 Reboot your smartphone and TV. 📱 Reset network settings on your smartphone (Settings) → System system → Reset → Resetting Wi-Fi settings). 📺 Update the TV firmware (Settings) → On TV. → Updating the system). ⚠️ Attention: On the TVs Xiaomi Mi TV Firmware older than 2020 may not support Google Cast for some applications (e.g. TikTok or Google Cast) VK In this case, use Miracast or a wired connection. FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Android to Xiaomi Mi TV 📱 Can I connect an iPhone to a Xiaomi Mi TV? Yes, but only through AirPlay (if the TV supports) or using a Lightning adapter. → HDMI. Miracast and Google Cast on iPhone are not working. 🎮 How to play mobile games on a TV without lags? For minimal delays, use a wired connection via HDMI supportive USB 3.1 Wireless methods (Miracast) give a delay of 50 ms, which is critical for shooters or racing. 📺 Why does Xiaomi TV not see smartphone via Wi-Fi Direct? check: Wi-Fi Direct is enabled on both devices. Does the connection block the firewall or VPN Is the TV firmware updated (on models up to 2021 there were Miracast bugs). 🔊 How to turn on the sound when connecting through USB? If the sound is not transmitted through USB, Connect a separate 3.5mm audio cable → RCA Or use Bluetooth headphones connected to the TV. 📲 Can you control a Xiaomi TV from a smartphone? Yes, through the Mi Remote app (available on Google Play), which supports control not only of the TVs, but also other Xiaomi equipment (air conditioners, projectors).