Connecting a laptop to a Xiaomi TV opens up new possibilities, from watching movies on the big screen to presentations and games in comfort. However, not everyone knows that modern Mi TVs, Redmi Smart TVs and other models of the brand support several ways of connecting at once, from classic HDMI to wireless technologies like Miracast or AirPlay (on new models).
It is important to consider that the choice of method depends on your tasks, for example, for game consoles or graphics, it is better to use a wired connection (HDMI/USB-C) — It guarantees minimal latency and maximum picture quality, and for streaming videos from YouTube or Netflix, wireless Miracast or built-in Screen Mirroring in Mi will suit. TV. We will also look at how to avoid common mistakes, such as when the TV doesn’t see a laptop or an image is displayed with artifacts.
Connecting via HDMI: the most reliable way
Cable HDMI All Xiaomi TVs (from budget Redmi Smart) remain the most versatile and stable method of connection. TV A to the flagship Mi TV Q2) equipped with at least one HDMI-port, and most laptops - exit HDMI Mini-HDMI: Advantages of the method:
- 🎮 Minimum latency – critical for high-resolution games and video.
- 📺 Support 4K@60Hz and HDR compatible.
- 🔊 Transmission of sound without additional settings.
- ⚡ No Wi-Fi dependency – it works even without the internet.
To connect:
- Turn off both devices (laptop and TV).
- Connect them with an HDMI cable. On your laptop, use the HDMI-out port, on TV, any free HDMI-in (usually signed as HDMI 1/2/3 or ARC).
- Turn on the TV and go to the signal source: on the Xiaomi remote, click Input (or Source) and select the appropriate one. HDMI-port.
- On your laptop, press the key combination to duplicate the screen. Usually this is: Win + P (Windows) → choose Duplicate or Expand. Fn + F8 (or another function key with a monitor icon) on Lenovo, HP, ASUS laptops.
If the image does not appear:
- 🔄 Check if the cable is working (try another port on TV).
- 🖥️ Update your graphics card drivers on your laptop (via Device Manager or manufacturer’s website).
- 📊 Make sure that the correct display mode is selected in Windows settings: → System system → Display.
2. Wireless connection via Miracast (Screen Mirroring)
Miracast is a wireless image transfer standard supported by all Xiaomi Android TVs (starting with Mi TV 4).The technology allows you to duplicate the laptop screen wirelessly, but requires a stable Wi-Fi connection. Importantly, Miracast only works on one network - the laptop and TV must be connected to the same router.
Instructions for Windows 10/11:
- On Xiaomi TV, open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Screen Mirroring (or Wireless Display).
- On your laptop, press Win + K (or go to Settings → System → Projection on that computer).
- Select your TV from the list of available devices.
- Confirm the connection on the TV screen.
For macOS (starting with Monterey):
- On TV, turn on Screen Mirroring.
- On Mac, open System Settings → Monitors → Add Display → AirPlay.
- Choose a Xiaomi TV from the list.
Check that the TV and laptop are on the same Wi-Fi network
Update Wi-Fi drivers and graphics cards on your laptop
Disable VPN (can block the connection)
Restart the router when the signal is unstable-->
Typical problems and solutions:
- 🚫 TV not displayed in the list: Make sure the TV is on Screen Mirroring. check if your Miracast laptop supports (in cmd type netsh wlan show drivers and find the line Wireless Display Supported).
- 📶 Lags and stuttering videos: Switch the router to 5 GHz (less interference). Close background programs on your laptop that consume the Internet (torrents, updates).
How to turn Miracast on older Xiaomi models?
3. USB-C connection (with DisplayPort Alt Mode support)
Modern laptops (such as MacBook Pro, Dell XPS or Lenovo Yoga) often feature a USB-C port with DisplayPort Alt Mode support. This allows you to transmit video via USB-C → HDMI adapter. Xiaomi TVs (starting with the Mi TV Q1 and Redmi Smart TV X) also have a USB-C port, but not all models support video input through it.
What you need:
- 🔌 adapter USB-C → HDMI (For example, Baseus or the original from Apple).
- 📺 Port TV USB-C (DisplayPort support – check the specifications of the model.
Step-by-step:
- Connect the adapter to the USB-C port of the laptop.
- Connect the adapter to HDMI-port.
- On TV, select the HDMI signal source (even if you connect via USB-C).
- On the laptop, set up the display mode (Win + P).
If the image does not appear:
- 🔄 Check that the adapter supports DisplayPort Alt Mode (cheap Chinese adapters may not work).
- 🖥️ Update your graphics card drivers (especially on laptops with Intel Iris Xe or AMD Radeon).
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If your Xiaomi TV doesn’t support you USB-C It's like a video entry, but it's free. HDMI-port - use an adapter USB-C → HDMI connect HDMI-TV-in.
4.Using AirPlay on new Xiaomi TVs
Beginning in 2023, some Xiaomi models (such as the Mi TV Q2 75" or Redmi Smart TV A Pro) have received Apple AirPlay support, which allows you to stream the screen from a MacBook or iPhone without additional adapters.
- 🍎 Native support for Apple devices (no need for third-party programs).
- 🎵 Latencyless audio transmission (ideal for music via Apple Music).
- 🔒 Secure connection (unlike Miracast).
How to connect:
- Make sure that your TV and your Mac laptop are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- On Xiaomi TV, open Settings → Apple AirPlay and turn on the option.
- On MacBook, open Control Center → Screen Mirror and select your TV.
- If necessary, enter PIN-code displayed on the TV screen.
Limitations:
- ❌ It only works on Xiaomi TVs with Android firmware TV 11+.
- ❌ Windows AirPlay is not natively supported (you need programs like this). 5KPlayer).
- ❌ Possible lags when broadcasting games or videos in 4K.
5. Adjust resolution and sound after connection
After successfully connecting a laptop to a Xiaomi TV, there are often problems with screen resolution or sound, such as the image being stretched, cropped or displayed with black fields, and how to fix it.
Configure the resolution in Windows:
- Press Win + I → System → Display.
- Select the TV from the display list.
- In the Screen Resolution section, select the recommended one (usually 1920×1080 or 3840×2160 for 4K TV).
- If the image is cropped, click the Additional Scaling Options and turn off automatic resizing.
Sound setting:
- 🔊 If the sound is coming through a laptop, not a TV: Right-click on the sound icon in the tray → Open audio settings. In the Output section, select the device with the name of your TV (e.g. Mi). TV Q1 (NVIDIA High Definition Audio)).
- Check that HDMI-cable supports sound transmission (some cheap cables are video only).
- Update the sound card drivers (via Device Manager).
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Image blurred | Incorrect resolution or scaling | Set native TV resolution (e.g. 3840×2160 for 4K) |
| Black fields on the sides | Inconsistency of the parties | In the TV settings, turn on Just Scan or 1:1 Pixel Mapping |
| The sound is delayed. | Problems with HDMI-cable-driver | Try a different cable or update Realtek Audio drivers |
| TV doesn't see laptop on Wi-Fi | Screen Mirroring or other networks are disabled | Check Miracast settings on both devices |
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If your Xiaomi TV doesn’t support the resolution you want (like 4K@60Hz), try lowering the frequency to 30Hz in your Windows settings or upgrading your TV firmware.
6. Solving common errors
Even with the right connection, there can be failures, and here are the most common problems and ways to fix them:
⚠️ Note: If, after connecting through HDMI TV says No signal, but cable is good - try turning off the function HDMI-CEC in the settings of TV (Settings) → HDMI-CEC → Sometimes it conflicts with laptops.
Problem 1: TV is not detected by Wi-Fi (Miracast/AirPlay)
- 🔄 Restart the router and both devices.
- 📶 Check that the router has the protocol enabled. WPA2-PSK (safety-setting).
- 🛡️ Turn off the firewall or antivirus on your laptop (they can block the connection).
Problem 2: Image flashes or artifacts appear
- 🔌 Try another one. HDMI-cable (preferably with support) HDMI 2.0 4K).
- 🖥️ Reduce the resolution on the laptop to 1920×1080.
- 🔧 In the settings of the video card (for example, NVIDIA Control Panel: Turn off G-Sync or VSync.
Problem 3: No sound when connected via USB-C
- 🔊 Make sure the adapter supports sound transmission (some cheap adapters are video only).
- 🎛️ In Windows Sound Settings, select a Note-Based Output Device (HDMI).
⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs with Android TV 9 and below may not work Screen Mirroring for laptops with Windows 11. Solution - update the firmware TV or use HDMI.
7.Alternative methods: DLNA and third-party programs
If standard methods are not suitable, alternative solutions can be used:
1. DLNA (for broadcasting media files)
- 🎬 It is suitable for watching movies, photos and music (but not for screen duplication).
- 📁 On the laptop, install a server program (for example, Plex or Kodi).
- 📺 On Xiaomi TV, open the Media Player or Photo/Video app and select your laptop from the list DLNA-device.
2. Mirror programs (for Windows/macOS)
- 🖥️ ApowerMirror – supports Miracast and works even on older TVs.
- 🍎 AirParrot - an alternative to AirPlay for Windows.
- 🎮 Steam Link – for streaming games from PC to TV.
3. Chromecast (if the TV does not support Miracast)
- 📱 Connect Google Chromecast to the HDMI-television-port.
- 💻 On your laptop, install the Google Cast extension for Chrome.
- 🔄 Run the broadcast through the browser (works with YouTube, Netflix, local files).