How to connect a Samsung smartphone to a Xiaomi TV: the full guide 2026

Connecting a Samsung smartphone to a Xiaomi TV opens up new possibilities for viewing content on the big screen, from streaming videos and photos to running user-friendly mobile games. However, users often face compatibility problems: different ecosystems (One UI and MIUI), proprietary wireless technologies and protocol limitations can complicate the process. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of connecting, from classic HDMI to modern wireless standards, and provide recommendations for eliminating typical bugs.

It is important to understand that the choice of method depends on the model of your Xiaomi. TV (Mi TV A, Redmi Smart TV, Xiaomi TV Q et al.) and versions Android/One UI It's a smartphone, like Xiaomi TVs. 2023–2026 In the past, Miracast and Google Cast have been supported out of the box, while older models may require additional hardware. S23 Ultra (One UI 6.1) Xiaomi TV Q2 55" (MIUI TV 3.0).

HDMI Connection: A Reliable, But Not Always Easy Way

Using HDMI cable is the most stable method of transmitting images and sound, but it requires additional accessories. Modern Samsung smartphones (starting with the Galaxy S8) do not have a standard HDMI port, so you will need a USB-C → HDMI adapter with DisplayPort Alt Mode support. Note: cheap Chinese adapters often do not transmit sound or work with artifacts – it is better to choose certified devices (for example, Samsung EE-HG970 or Anker 810).

Step-by-step:

• 🔌 Connect the adapter to the port USB-C smartphone and cable HDMI — TV (the port is usually signed as a port) HDMI 1/ARC).
• 📱 On your smartphone, you'll see a notification that says, "External Display Connected." Tap it and select Duplicate Screen or Expand Desktop.
• 📺 On Xiaomi TV, switch to the signal source HDMI (source button).
• ⚙️ If necessary, adjust the resolution in the settings of the smartphone: Settings → Connections → HDMI.

⚠️ Note: If the image does not appear, check it out:

1) Adapter compatibility with your Samsung model (some adapters don’t work with Galaxy S Ultra flagships due to DeX limitations). 2) MIUI TV settings: in Settings → Display and Sound → HDMI enable Autodetermining Format option. 3) Power source: Active-chip adapters require charging (use Samsung’s original 25W+ unit).

The adapter supports DisplayPort Alt Mode|

HDMI cable version 2.0 or higher |

The TV is included in HDMI-CEC mode (Anynet+ on Samsung, Mi Home on Xiaomi) |

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2. Wireless streaming via Smart View (Screen Mirroring)

Samsung’s Smart View technology (similar to Miracast) allows you to duplicate the screen of your smartphone on your TV without wires, the main condition is that both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or the smartphone must distribute an access point to which the TV is connected), the method works on all Xiaomi TVs with MIUI TV 2.0 and higher, but can slow down when watching video in 4K.

How to turn on:

1. On a Samsung smartphone, swipe down the notification bar and tap on the Smart View icon (or go to Settings → Connections → Smart View).
2. In the list of available devices, select your Xiaomi TV (the name will appear as MI-TV-[model]).
3. On the TV will appear a request for connection – confirm it with the remote (OK button).
4. Wait for the synchronization (can take up to 30 seconds).

🔹 Features of the method:

• 🎮 Delay (latency) is the ~100-150 ms is enough for video, but not enough for games.
• 🔊 The sound is automatically transmitted, but on some Xiaomi models TV You may need to manually select the audio source in the Sound settings → Exit.
• 📶 With a weak Wi-Fi signal, you can jerk images. We recommend using a router with Wi-Fi 6 support (802.11ax).

HDMI |

Smart View (Miracast)|

Google Cast (Chromecast)|

Through apps (YouTube, Netflix) |

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3.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, Disney+), the best solution is Google Cast. Unlike Smart View, this method does not load the smartphone processor and provides smoother playback. All Xiaomi TVs based on Android TV (Mi TV 4S, Mi TV Q and later) support Chromecast out of the box.

Instructions:

1. Make sure your smartphone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open a supported app (like YouTube) and find the Cast icon (usually in the upper right corner).
3. In the list of devices, select your Xiaomi TV.
4. Start playback - the video will begin to be broadcasted to the TV, and the control panel will remain on the smartphone.

📌 List of apps that support Google Cast:

⚠️ Note: Some applications (such as TikTok or VK Videos are blocked from streaming via Chromecast under license restrictions, in such cases use Smart View or HDMI.

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If Google Cast does not find a TV, restart the router and turn off the power saving mode on the smartphone for the application from which you are broadcasting.

Connecting via Miracast: Smart View Alternative

Miracast is a universal wireless screen standard that is supported by most modern Xiaomi TVs (except budget models without Android TVs). Unlike Google Cast, it duplicates the entire screen of a smartphone, not just content from apps. However, setting up can be difficult due to differences in protocol implementations between Samsung and Xiaomi.

Step-by-step:

1. On Xiaomi TV, go to Settings → Connections → Wireless Display (or Miracast) and turn on the option.
2. On a Samsung smartphone, activate Smart View (as in Section 2).
3. If the TV doesn’t appear in the list, click Add the device manually and enter IP-Xiaomi TV (You can find in the settings → On TV. → Network status).
4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

🔧 Solving common problems:

• 🔄 If the screen is flashing or slowing down, reduce the resolution of the broadcast in the Smart View settings to 720p.
• 🔒 Some Xiaomi TVs require you to disable Miracast Safe Mode in the developer settings (activated via Settings). → On TV. → Version. MIUI TV — click 7 times).
• 📡 If the connection is permanently broken, try using Wi-Fi Direct instead of the regular network.

5. USB Connection: for File Transfer and Charging

A lesser-known but useful way is to connect your smartphone to your TV via USB, which doesn't transmit an image, but allows you to:

• 📁 View photos/video from your phone on a large screen through the built-in file manager MIUI TV.
• 🔋 Charge your smartphone (if the TV supports) USB OTG nourished).
• 🎵 Play music through the Music app on the TV.

How it works:

1. Connect your smartphone to a USB port on your TV using a USB-C → USB-A cable.
2. On the smartphone screen, select File Transfer (or MTP) mode.
3. On the TV, open the Files app (or Media Center) and go to the section. USB-device.

⚠️ Note: Not all Xiaomi TVs support MTP down USB. If the device is not detected, check:

Is the original Samsung cable used (cheap cables often don’t support data transfer) – Is USB Debugging on your smartphone enabled (Settings → Phone → Software Information → Assembly Number – tap 7 times, then go back to Settings → System → Developers).

6.Use of third-party streaming apps

If built-in methods don’t work, third-party apps will come to the rescue, especially useful for streaming local files (movies, music) or when you need to get around restrictions. MIUI TV. Let's look at the top.-3 decision:

📌 Comparison of streaming apps:

🛠 Instructions for LocalCast:

1. Install LocalCast from Google Play on a Samsung smartphone.
2. Open the application and select the file to play.
3. Slip on the Cast icon and select your Xiaomi TV.
4. Set up the broadcast parameters (resolution, bitrate).

💡 Important: Apps like ApowerMirror may require the developer mode on your TV (Settings) → On TV. → Version. MIUI TV — click 7 times).

7. Troubleshooting: What to do if the connection is not working

Even with the right setup, there can be errors, and we've put together a checklist to diagnose the most common problems.

🔍 Symptoms and solutions:

• 🚫 TV not visible on the list of devices:
• 🔊 No sound when connected to HDMI:
• 📶 Lags and stuttering during wireless broadcasting:

📊 Table of compatibility of methods:

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For maximum stability, use a combination of wired connectivity (HDMI for video) and wireless (Bluetooth for sound or remote).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions