How to bring the screen of the Xiaomi phone to the TV: all ways + problem solving

Do you want to show photos from your vacation on the big screen, play a mobile game on your TV or stream a movie with Xiaomi without losing quality? Connecting your smartphone to TV opens up a lot of possibilities - from watching to watching. 4K-Video before streaming games through cloud services, but how to do it right to avoid image delay, sound problems or sudden connection breaks?

In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to connect the screen of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO phones to TVs - from wireless technologies (Miracast, Google Cast) to wired solutions (HDMI, USB-C). Particular attention will be paid to compatibility with Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV, Redmi TV), where unique features like Mi Share are available. You will also find a table comparing methods for speed, quality and ease of setting - this will help you choose the best option for your tasks.

If you've tried to connect before, but you've encountered errors like "Device not found" or "No sound," at the end of this article, there's a section on solutions to some of the most common problems, and for older TV owners, we've developed alternative methods using adapters and third-party apps.

1. Wi-Fi Direct (Miracast) Connection – a universal way for modern TVs

Wi-Fi Direct (Miracast) is a wireless screen technology that works without a router, built into most Xiaomi phones (starting with MIUI 9) and TVs released after 2015, with the main advantage of minimal latency (about 50 ms), which is critical for gaming or watching videos.

To activate Miracast on your phone:

1. Open Settings → Connection and Sharing → Screen Transfer.
2. Select Wireless Display (or Miracast on older versions of MIUI).
3. Turn on the device search – the phone will start scanning the available TVs.

On TV (e.g. Mi TV 4S or Redmi Smart TV):

• 📺 Go to Settings. → Network and access → Miracast (or Screen Mirroring).
• 🔍 Activate the standby mode of connection.
• 🔗 After the name of your TV appears on the list on your phone – tap it to connect.

⚠️ Note: On some TV models (such as Samsung or Samsung) LG) Miracast can be called Screen Sharing or Wireless Display. If the feature is missing, update the TV firmware or use alternative methods from the following sections.

2. Google Cast (Chromecast) – for streaming video and music

Google Cast (or Chromecast) is a technology that allows you to send content from your phone to your TV via Wi-Fi, and unlike Miracast, it doesn't transfer the entire screen, but only the selected video, photo or music, which reduces network load and reduces latency.

For use of Google Cast:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open a supported app (e.g. YouTube, Netflix, Google Photos).
3. Click on the Cast icon (usually in the top right corner) and select your TV.

If you have a Xiaomi TV with Google TV (like the Mi TV Q2), the Chromecast feature is built-in by default. Other models may require an external adapter (like the Chromecast Ultra or Mi TV Stick).

🔹 Advantages:

• 🎥 Support 4K HDR (if the TV and adapter allow).
• 🔊 Transmission of sound without additional settings.
• 📱 Low power consumption (the phone does not heat up).

⚠️ Note: Some applications (such as TikTok or VK Videos block the Cast function due to copyright restrictions, in which case use Miracast or a wired connection.

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If the video slows down when transmitting via Google Cast, close the background apps on your phone and reconnect to Wi-Fi at 5GHz (if the router supports).

3. Wired connection via HDMI – maximum quality without delay

If you need a minimum response time (for example, for games or graphics), the best option is a direct connection via HDMI.

• 📱 Xiaomi phone with support USB-C → HDMI (Most models after 2018).
• 🔌 adapter USB-C to HDMI (For example, original from Xiaomi or certified by Anker).
• 📺 HDMI-cable (usually complete with a TV).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to the USB-C port of the phone.
2. Connect the adapter to the TV via HDMI.
3. On the TV, select the appropriate signal source (e.g. HDMI 1).
4. A request for permission to display an image may appear on the phone - confirm it.

📊 Comparison of adapters for Xiaomi:

⚠️ Attention: On phones POCO Snapdragon-powered 4xx (for example, POCO M3) may not be supported 4K through HDMI. In this case, the maximum permit — 1080p.

Check the compatibility of the phone with HDMI-output |

Buy a certified adapter (not cheap no-name) |

Use HDMI 2.0 cable for 4K|

Charge your phone or connect the power (adapter consumes a lot of power)-->

4.Mi Share is a proprietary technology for the Xiaomi ecosystem

Mi Share is a proprietary technology from Xiaomi that allows you to quickly transfer files and broadcast the screen between the brand’s devices.It works on the basis of Wi-Fi Direct, but is optimized specifically for Mi TV, Redmi TV and Xiaomi smartphones.

To activate Mi Share:

1. On the phone: Settings → Connection and Sharing → Mi Share.
2. On TV: Settings → Network and Access → Mi Share.
3. Select Screen Transfer mode and confirm the connection on both devices.

🔹 Advantages over Miracast:

• 🔄 Automatic reconnection during reuse.
• 📶 More stable connection (fewer image artifacts).
• 📁 The ability to transfer files in parallel with the screen broadcast.

📌 Limitations:

• 🚫 It only works between Xiaomi devices (not compatible with Samsung or Samsung). LG).
• 🔋 Increased battery consumption (up to 15% per hour with live broadcasting).

5. Alternative methods: USB, DLNA and third-party applications

If none of the above methods are suitable (for example, you have an old TV without HDMI or Wi-Fi), you can use alternative solutions:

1. Connection via USB (MHL)

Some Xiaomi phones (such as Mi 8 or Mi 9) support the technology. MHL, which allows the image to be displayed through USB → HDMI. This requires a special adapter. MHL and the food from the socket (as well as the USB-The TV port does not provide enough power).

2. DLNA for transfer of media files

If you only need to show photos or videos (not the whole screen), use DLNA:

1. Install the Mi File Manager or BubbleUPnP app on your phone.
2. Turn it on. DLNA-server on the TV (in the Network menu) → DLNA).
3. Select the files on your phone and send them to TV.

3. Streaming applications (ApowerMirror, TeamViewer)

For old TVs, third-party applications are suitable:

• 📱 ApowerMirror – broadcasting the screen over Wi-Fi with minimal latency.
• 💻 TeamViewer QuickSupport – if you need to control your phone with TV.
• 🎮 Steam Link – for streaming games from phone to big screen.

⚠️ Note: When using third-party apps, never enter payment data - some of them contain ads or subscriptions.

6. Problem Solution: No sound, lag, device not found

Even with the right connection, there can be errors, and here are the most common problems and solutions.

🔊 No sound when connected

• Check if the sound on your phone or TV is off.
• For HDMI: Make sure the adapter supports audio transmission (some cheap models only output video).
• For Miracast/Google Cast: Restart the broadcast or reconnect to Wi-Fi.

🐢 Image delay (lags)

• For games, use a wired connection (HDMI).
• When wirelessly broadcasting, connect your phone and TV to the router at a frequency of 5 GHz.
• Close the background apps on your phone (especially messengers and social networks).

🔍 No device found.

• Make sure your TV is Miracast or Screen Mirroring.
• Reboot both devices.
• Update your TV and phone to the latest version.

📌 Table of errors and decisions:

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If the problem is not solved, try resetting the network settings on your phone: Settings → System → Reset → Resetting your Wi-Fi, mobile network and Bluetooth settings.

7. Optimal settings for different tasks

Depending on what you connect your phone to the TV, you should adjust the broadcast parameters:

🎮 For games (PUBG, Call of Duty Mobile)

• Use a wired connection (HDMI) for minimal latency.
• In the game settings, turn on the High Performance mode.
• Turn off background sync (e.g. Google Photos or Mi Cloud).

🎬 To watch movies (Netflix, YouTube)

• For 4K HDR, use Google Cast or HDMI 2.0.
• In the settings of the TV, turn on the Movie mode for better color reproduction.
• If the video slows down, reduce the resolution in the application settings.

📸 To show the photos

• Use Mi Share or DLNA, which retains original quality.
• In the phone gallery, turn on the Slideshow mode for automatic flipping.
• For older TVs, connect your phone via USB (if supported).

🔹 Advice for Mi owners TV: In the settings of the TV, turn on the option Game mode (Settings) → Picture → Image mode → This will reduce the input delay when connecting the phone.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi to a TV