How to connect Xiaomi phone to TV via Wi-Fi: 5 proven ways

Wirelessly streaming a smartphone screen to a large TV screen has become an integral part of the modern multimedia experience. Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices can use several technologies for such a connection, from standard Miracast to branded solutions like Xiaomi Smart Share. However, many users face problems: the TV does not see the phone, the picture slows down, the sound disappears. This article will help to understand all the nuances of wireless connectivity.

We'll look at basic techniques like Wi-Fi Direct and DLNA, but also little-known features like how to make streaming work on older TVs without Miracast built in. We'll focus on solving common bugs: why the phone's screen isn't displayed on TV, how to fix audio delays, and why some apps (like Netflix or YouTube) block broadcasting. At the end of the article, you'll find a comparison table of connection methods and answers to frequent questions.

1. Preparing the phone and TV for connection

Before you try to connect devices, make sure both gadgets meet the minimum requirements. For Xiaomi phones, the following conditions apply:

• 📱 Version. MIUI: at least 10 (for stable Miracast operation) and older versions may not have key features.
• 🔄 System Updates: Check for fresh patches in Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 📶 Wi-Fi module: Must support the standard 802.11ac (5 GHz) for minimum delays.
• 🔋 Battery charge: at least 30%. The broadcast of the screen actively consumes energy.

From the TV side, the requirements depend on the model:

• 📺 Modern Smart TV (2018 and later: usually have Miracast or Wi-Fi Direct built-in.
• 🕒 Older models (before 2017): may require an external adapter (e.g. Xiaomi Mi) TV Stick).
• 🔌 TV brand: on Xiaomi Mi TV The process is simplified by the proprietary ecosystem, and for Samsung or LG Additional settings may be required.

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If your TV doesn't support Miracast, but you have an HDMI port, use a Xiaomi Mi TV Stick or Google Chromecast adapter, which converts wireless signals to HDMI and works even with older TV models.

⚠️ Note: On phones with custom firmware (such as LineageOS), Wireless Display may not be available, and third-party software like ApowerMirror or TeamViewer QuickSupport will help.

2. Method 1: Connect via Wi-Fi Direct (universal method)

Wi-Fi Direct is a technology that allows devices to connect directly without a router. It works on most Xiaomi TVs and smartphones, including the Redmi Note 10, POCO X3 and Mi 11. The main advantage of the method is minimal latency (up to 50 ms), which is critical for games and video.

Instructions for connection:

1. On the TV, activate Wi-Fi Direct (usually in the Network menu) → Wi-Fi Direct or Settings → Connections).
2. On Xiaomi phone, open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless display.
3. In the list of available devices, select the name of your TV (e.g. Samsung-UE55 or LG-OLED65).
4. Confirm the connection on both devices. Some TV models will need to enter PIN-code (displayed on the TV screen).

If the connection is not established:

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📶 Make sure your phone is on Wi-Fi (even if you are not connected to the network).
• 🔒 Turn it off. VPN Proxies – they can block a local connection.

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⚠️ Warning: On Sony Bravia 2019-2020 TVs, Wi-Fi Direct may conflict with Google Cast. Before connecting, turn off Chromecast built-in in your TV settings.

Method 2: Using Miracast (for modern Smart TVs)

Miracast is a wireless screen broadcast standard supported by most Smart TVs since 2013, and in Xiaomi devices, this feature is integrated into a system called Wireless Display, the main difference from Wi-Fi Direct is higher stability when transmitting video at 1080p resolution and higher.

Step-by-step:

1. On the TV, turn on Miracast mode (can be called Screen Mirroring, Wireless Display or Smart View).
2. On Xiaomi phone, go to Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless display.
3. Slip the name of your TV in the list of available devices.
4. Wait for sync (it can take up to 30 seconds) and a notification of a successful connection will appear on the phone screen.

Features of Miracast on Xiaomi:

• 🎮 Supports delayed game broadcasting ~60–80 ms (acceptable for most genres except shooters).
• 📺 Maximum authorization — 1920×1080 upon 60 Hz (on Mi) 10 and newer perhaps 4K/30fps).
• 🔊 The audio is automatically transmitted, but some applications (such as TikTok) can block it.

Method 3: Xiaomi Smart Share (for the Mi ecosystem)

Xiaomi Smart Share is optimized for devices within the Xiaomi ecosystem, such as connecting a smartphone to a Mi TV or Mi Smart Projector.

• 🔗 Automatic synchronization with your Mi Account (no need to enter passwords).
• 📂 The ability to broadcast not only the screen, but also individual files (photos, videos).
• 🎛 Support for game mode with reduced delay (~30ms on the Mi TV Q2).

How to connect:

1. Make sure that both devices are linked to the same Mi Account.
2. On the Mi TV, open the Smart Share app (two-arrow icon).
3. On your phone, swipe down to open the notification bar and tap the Smart Share icon (or go to Settings → Connections → Smart Share).
4. Select the TV from the list and confirm the connection.

On the Mi TV series Q1 and Q2 (2021-2023), the Smart Share feature supports broadcasting in 4K HDR resolution at 60 Hz, but only when connected over a 5 GHz network.

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5. Method 4: Broadcast applications (if embedded methods do not work)

If the standard methods don't work, third-party apps will come to the rescue, and they're useful for older models of TVs or phones with informal firmware.-3 decision:

1. ApowerMirror (🌟 Recommended): 🎥 Supports broadcasting in 1080p soundly. 🎮 Game Mode reduces latency to 50 ms. 📱 It even works on the Redmi 7 and POCO F1. Download the application to your phone and computer (if you need an intermediate server), then follow the instructions in the program.
2. TeamViewer QuickSupport: 🔒 Secure connection via TeamViewer server. 🖥 Suitable for remote assistance (e.g. setting up TV by parents). ⚠️ Delay. ~100–150 MS (not suitable for games).
3. Google Home (for Chromecast TVs): 📲 Broadcast via Google Cast (works with YouTube, Netflix). 🔊 Sound is lossless (supported by Dolby Digital). ❌ Not all apps support Cast (like Tencent Video or iQiyi).

For the use of ApowerMirror:

1. Install the app on your phone and TV (if there is a Play Market).


2. Run it on both devices.




3. On your phone, select "Connect to TV" and scan the QR-code from your TV screen.




4. Confirm the connection.

⚠️ Note: Apps like ApowerMirror can collect data about your device. → Annexes → ApowerMirror → Disable unnecessary rights (e.g. access to contacts).

6. Method 5: Connection via router (DLNA/UPnP)

If your TV supports DLNA or UPnP standards, you can stream media files (photos, videos, music) without having to connect directly to the screen.This method is not suitable for duplicating the phone's interface, but is convenient for watching movies or listening to music.

How to set up:

1. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On the TV, activate DLNA mode (usually in the Network → Home Network menu).
3. On Xiaomi phone, open the Gallery or Music app.
4. Select a file, tap the Send (or Share) icon, and select your TV from the device list.

Limitations of the method:

• 🚫 No screen transfers – only individual files.
• 📌 Supported formats: MP4, MKV, JPG, MP3 (It depends on the TV model).
• 🔌 Requires a stable connection to the router (with a weak signal, the video will slow down).

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DLNA is the best choice for watching movies and photos, but is useless for screen duplication or games.

7. Solving Connection Problems

Even when set up correctly, users often encounter errors, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:

If none of the methods worked:

• 🔧 Update the TV firmware (in the Support menu) → Update of the PO).
• 📱 Reset the network settings on your phone (Settings) → System system → Reset → Resetting network settings).
• 🛠 Install an alternative launcher (like Nova Launcher) – sometimes this solves problems with displaying the Wireless Display feature.

8. Comparison of Connection Methods: Which One Should You Choose?

The choice of method depends on your tasks and equipment, and below is a comparative table with the pros and cons of each method:

For most Xiaomi users, Miracast (if the TV is modern) or Wi-Fi Direct (if you need minimal latency) is the best solution.

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If you need to duplicate the screen for games, choose Wi-Fi Direct or Miracast. DLNA or Smart Share is suitable for watching movies.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions