How to watch Xiaomi videos on TV: all ways + instructions

Have you made a cool video on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 or downloaded a high-resolution movie but want to watch it on the big screen? Transferring content from your smartphone to your TV is a challenge that every second user faces. The problem is that there is no one-size-fits-all solution: the method depends on the TV model, the MIUI version on your Xiaomi and even the video formats.

In this article, we’ll look at 5 working ways to stream Xiaomi videos to TV, from wireless (Miracast, DLNA) to wired USB-C/HDMI. You’ll learn which method is the fastest, which gives the best quality, and how to get around common mistakes like “no sound” or “hang screen.” And if you have an old TV without a Smart TV, there’s a solution for you too.

Important: Not all methods support 4K HDR or multi-channel sound, and at the end of the article, there is a comparison table that will help you choose the best option for your tasks.

1. Wireless broadcast via Miracast (Screen Mirroring)

Miracast is a wireless screen standard that works without the internet. Almost all modern Xiaomi (starting with MIUI 10) and Smart TVs (since 2016) support this technology, with the main advantage of minimal latency (up to 50 ms), which is critical for gaming or sports broadcasts.

How it works: your Xiaomi becomes a transmitter and your TV becomes a receiver, and the data is transmitted directly over Wi-Fi Direct, so the speed depends on the distance between the devices (optimally up to 5 meters).

• ✅ Pros: no link to the router, works without the Internet, supports Full HD.
• ❌ Cons: Can brake when signal is weak, not all Xiaomi models support 4K.
• 🔧 Required: Smart TV with Miracast or adapter (e.g. Xiaomi Mi TV Stick).

Instructions for MIUI 14:

1. On your TV, turn on Screen Mirroring (in the Network or Connections menu); on Samsung, it's called Smart View; on LG, it's called Screen Share.
2. On Xiaomi: Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Screen Broadcast.
3. Choose your TV from the list. If it's not available, click "Update" or check if Miracast is on TV.
4. Confirm the connection on both devices. the screen of the smartphone will appear on TV with a delay of 1-2 seconds.

⚠️ Warning: If the image breaks or slows down, reduce the resolution in the Miracast settings on Xiaomi. To do this, tap the ⚙️ icon next to the TV name and select 720p instead of 1080p after you connect.

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2. Transmission via DLNA/UPnP (for films and photos)

If you don't have to duplicate the entire screen, but just play videos or show photos, use DLNA. It lets you stream files directly from Xiaomi to your TV without losing quality. Unlike Miracast, there's no lag, but there's also interactivity, because you can't control playback from your smartphone.

DLNA works over a local network, so both devices must be connected to the same router. On Xiaomi, the Files application (part of the standard MIUI set) performs the server role, and on the TV, any media player (for example, VLC or built-in Media Browser).

• 📱 Supported formats are:.mp4,.mkv,.avi,.jpg,.png.
• 📺 Compatible TVs: All Smart TV (Samsung, LG, Sony, Xiaomi Mi TV) and consoles (Apple TV, Mi Box).
• ⚡ Speed: Depends on the router (recommended 5 GHz for 4K).

Step-by-step:

1. On Xiaomi, open the Files app → go to the folder with the video.
2. Slip the file and select Send → DLNA (or Broadcast).
3. On your TV, open a media player (such as Photos and Videos on Samsung) and select your Xiaomi from the device list.
4. The file will play on TV. Control will play from the remote.

If the TV doesn’t see Xiaomi, check out:

• 🔄 Reboot the router (sometimes the DHCP- server "forgets" the devices).
• 📡 Make sure both devices are on the same subnet (e.g., 192.168.1.x).
• 🔒 Turn off VPN on your smartphone — it can block local traffic.

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If the video slows down, convert it to.mp4 with a bitrate not higher than 20 Mbps. For this, use the Video Converter app from Google Play.

3. Wired connection via USB-C → HDMI

If you want maximum quality without delay (for example, to watch 4K HDR or games), use a wired connection. Modern Xiaomi (starting with the Redmi Note 10 Pro and Mi 11) supports displaying images via USB-C to HDMI using an adapter.

Important: not all cables and adapters are the same! 4K@60Hz requires an adapter with a DisplayPort Alt Mode chip (e.g. Xiaomi USB-C to HDMI or Baseus). Cheap Chinese adapters often only give 1080p@30Hz.

• ✅ Pros: No delays, supports 4K HDR, runs without internet.
• ❌ Cons: You need to buy an adapter (~1500–3000 ₽), takes up port USB-C.
• 🔌 Compatibility: All Xiaomi with USB 3.1 and TVs with HDMI 1.4+.

How to connect:

1. Buy a certified USB-C → HDMI adapter (e.g. Xiaomi MDZ-23-DA).
2. Connect the adapter to Xiaomi and the HDMI- cable to the TV (HDMI 1/ARC port is preferred).
3. On the TV, select the signal source (HDMI).
4. Xiaomi may have a request for permission to display the image – confirm.

⚠️ Warning: If the screen doesn't appear on TV, check: Adapter is connected directly to Xiaomi, not via the hub. TV supports HDCP 2.2 (otherwise 4K won't work). Xiaomi in Settings → Screen → Resolution selected Auto.

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4. Use of consoles (Mi Box, Apple TV, Fire Stick)

If you have a TV without a Smart TV or want a universal streaming solution, use an external console, such as the Xiaomi Mi Box S or Apple TV 4K. This method provides maximum compatibility and supports all video formats, including Dolby Vision and Atmos.

The console connects to the TV via HDMI, and the smartphone is connected via Wi-Fi (via Google Cast, AirPlay or Miracast), the main advantage is that you can control playback directly from Xiaomi without getting up from the couch.

• 📦 Popular consoles: Xiaomi Mi Box S (4K HDR, Google Cast, ~3000 ₽) Apple TV 4K (AirPlay, Dolby Atmos, ~12 000 ₽) Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (Alexa, ~4000 ₽))
• 🔄 Protocols: Google Cast (for Android), AirPlay (for iOS), Miracast (universal).

Instructions for Xiaomi + Mi Box S:

1. Connect the Mi Box to your TV via HDMI and turn it on.
2. On Xiaomi and Mi Box, connect to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. On your smartphone, open a video in the Gallery or YouTube, tap the Cast icon (📡) and select the Mi Box.
4. The video will start playing on TV, and the control will be from a smartphone or remote.

If the console doesn't see Xiaomi:

• 🔄 Reboot the router and console.
• 📱 On Xiaomi in Settings → Google → Devices and Sharing, turn on Media Broadcast.
• 🔒 Turn off the firewall or VPN on your smartphone.

5. USB connection (for older TVs)

If you have a TV without Smart TV and HDMI- port (for example, released before 2010 year), the only way is to connect Xiaomi via USB.

• 📁 The TV will see Xiaomi as a flash drive, but will only be able to read files in the DCIM or Downloads folder.
• 🎬 Formats: Usually only.mp4 (H.264) and.avi (Xvid) are supported..mkv or.mov are not played.
• ⚡ Speed: USB 2.0 on older TVs limits bitrate — 4K video will slow down.

How to connect:

1. Use the USB-A → USB-C cable (included in Xiaomi’s kit).
2. On Xiaomi in Settings → Additional → USB Mode, select File Transfer (MTP).
3. On the TV, select USB in the signal source menu.
4. Find the right video file and launch it.

⚠️ Warning: If the TV can't see files, copy them to the DCIM/Camera folder on Xiaomi. Some TVs ignore other directories. Also check that files are not protected DRM (for example, downloaded from Netflix or Kinionik won't play).

6. Problem Solving: No sound, slows down video, no connection

Even if you did everything according to the instructions, you can have some common mistakes, and we've put together solutions for some of the most common problems.

If nothing helps, try resetting your network settings to Xiaomi:

1. Go to Settings → Connections and Sharing → Reset your Wi-Fi, mobile network, and Bluetooth settings.
2. Confirm the reset and restart the smartphone.
3. Reconnect to the TV.

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If the problem only occurs with a certain video, it's probably the format. Use the VLC app for Android, which supports transcoding on the fly and can convert videos to a compatible format right while playing.

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

To make it easier for you to decide, we have compiled a table with the pros and cons of each method:

For most users, the best choice is Miracast (for temporary broadcast) or HDMI- adapter (for permanent use). If you have a Xiaomi Mi TV, the easiest way to use the built-in Mi Screen Sharing feature is to run more stable than the standard Miracast.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions