Wirelessly connecting your computer to your Xiaomi TV via Wi-Fi offers a range of possibilities, from watching movies on the big screen to streaming games from your PC. However, many users face compatibility issues, image delays or setup difficulties. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of connecting (including the hidden features of MIUI TV), compare them in speed and stability, and provide solutions for typical errors – from lack of sound to connection breaks.
It’s important to understand that Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV A2, P1, Q2, etc.) support different wireless protocols. For example, Miracast works on all models with Android TV 9.0+, and DLNA may require additional applications. We tested all methods on current firmware in 2026 — the results are shown in the comparative table below.
If you use a MacBook or Linux distribution, look at the alternatives section: standard Windows tools won’t work here, and owners of older Xiaomi TV 4S or Mi TV 4A models will have to consider the limitations of their hardware platform (the Amlogic S905 chipset does not support Wi-Fi 6, which affects ping when streaming games).
1. Connecting via Miracast (Wireless Display) is the most versatile way
Miracast is a wireless screen standard built into most Xiaomi TVs and modern operating systems (Windows 10/11, Android, some Linux distributions), its main advantage is the minimum latency (from 30 ms), which is critical for high-resolution games and video.
To activate Miracast on your TV, follow the steps:
- Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless display.
- Enable the Wireless Display option (on some models, Miracast).
- Select Connect as a secondary screen (for duplication) or Expand the screen.
On a Windows 11 computer:
- Press Win + K and select your Xiaomi TV from the list.
- Confirm TV connection (may require input) PIN-code).
- In System Settings → Display adjust the resolution (recommended 1920×1080 for stability).
TV and computer connected to one 5 GHz Wi-Fi network|
Updated graphics card drivers (NVIDIA/AMD/Intel)|
VPNs and firewalls disabled |
The screen resolution of the PC does not exceed the maximum for TV (for example, 4K@30Hz for Mi TV P1)-->
⚠️ Note: Miracast is not natively supported on macOS. Use third-party utilities like AirParrot or Reflector, but be prepared for a delay of up to 150 ms. Linux requires you to install wfd (Wireless Display) via the terminal:
sudo apt install wfd
sudo systemctl start wfd2.Using DLNA/UPnP for the transfer of media files
If you don't want to duplicate the screen, but just stream movies, music or photos, DLNA is the best solution, which allows you to "distribute" media over a local network without direct screen transfer. Xiaomi TVs have a Mi Home or Media Player app pre-installed for this.
Instructions for Windows:
- Turn it on. DLNA-Server: Open the Control Panel → The Internet and the Internet → Network Control Center. Select Modify Additional Sharing Options. Activate Enable Media Sharing.
Media Player
Local area network
MacOS requires third-party software, such as Plex Media Server or Kodi, and Linux requires minidlna:
sudo apt install minidlna
sudo nano /etc/minidlna.conf # (specify folders with media)
sudo service minidlna restartMiracast (screen duplication)|
DLNA (streaming media)|
Steam Link (for games) |
Another option-->
⚠️ Attention: DLNA supportive DRM-Secure files (such as videos from Netflix or Disney)+ Use official apps to view them on TV or HDMI-cable.
3. Streaming games via Steam Link - for gamers
If you want to play on a big screen with minimal latency, Steam Link is the best choice.This method uses live streaming from PC to TV over a local network.
- Install the Steam Link app from Google Play on TV.
- On PC, start Steam and activate Settings → Remote Play → Enable Remote Play.
- Connect a gamepad (such as Xiaomi Game Controller) to a Bluetooth TV.
If you do choose Wi-Fi, use Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and an OFDMA-enabled router (such as the Xiaomi AX6000) to reduce ping to 10-15 ms on the local network.