How to stream Xiaomi screen to TV via Wi-Fi: all ways 2026

Do you want to show photos from your vacation on the big screen, run a mobile game on your TV or stream a movie with Xiaomi without unnecessary wires? Wi-Fi is the most convenient solution, but not always obvious. Depending on the smartphone model (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 13, etc.), MIUI versions and the type of TV (Samsung, LG, Xiaomi TV or Android TV), the ways of connecting can vary.

In this article, we will explore all the current methods of broadcasting from smartphone to TV, from standard Miracast to proprietary technologies like Google Cast and Xiaomi Screen Mirroring. You will learn how to avoid image delays, why the TV can not see the phone, and what to do if the sound is transmitted, and the picture is not. And also unique MIUI settings that speed up the connection by 2 times (this works even on budget models like Redmi A2).

1.Preparation: What you need to broadcast from Xiaomi to TV

Before trying to connect devices, check three key conditions:

  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Xiaomi smartphone based on Android 8.0+ (or MIUI 10+). Older versions may not have built-in broadcasting features.
  • ๐Ÿ“บ A TV with Wi-Fi Direct, Miracast or Chromecast support, and most models after 2017 support at least one of these standards.
  • ๐ŸŒ Shared Wi-Fi network (for some methods) Phone and TV must be connected to the same router (except for Miracast, which runs without a router).

If your TV is released before 2016 or belongs to a budget lineup (for example, Xiaomi Mi). TV 3S), You may need an external adapter, such as Google Chromecast or Mi. TV Stick. These devices are connected. HDMI-port and add support for modern broadcast protocols.

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โš ๏ธ Attention: On smartphones Xiaomi with a shell MIUI For the global market (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Global), the wireless display feature may be called Cast or Screen Mirroring. ROM) This item is often hidden โ€“ it needs to be enabled through Settings โ†’ Special facilities โ†’ Laboratory MIUI.

Method 1: Miracast - universal broadcast without a router

Miracast is a wireless image transmission standard that works without connecting to a router. Phone and TV connect directly over Wi-Fi Direct.

  • ๐ŸŽฎ Games (minimum delay - up to 50 ms on Xiaomi) 12T newer).
  • ๐Ÿ“ธ Viewing high resolution photos/video (before) 4K@30fps).
  • ๐Ÿ”’ Confidential data (no transmission via the Internet).

How to turn on:

  1. On the TV, activate Miracast mode (Source โ†’ Screen Mirroring or Wi-Fi Direct).
  2. On a Xiaomi smartphone, open Settings โ†’ Connections and Sharing โ†’ Wireless display.
  3. In the list of available devices, select the name of your TV (such as Samsung UE55 or Xiaomi TV A2).
  4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

TV and phone charged more than 30% | Power saving mode is turned off | Distance between devices no more than 5 meters | Wi-Fi is on on on your smartphone (even if there is no network)

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If the TV doesnโ€™t appear on the list, try:

  • ๐Ÿ”„ Reboot both devices.
  • ๐Ÿ“ถ Manually enable Wi-Fi Direct on TV (in some models) LG This item is hidden in the Settings โ†’ Network โ†’ Smart functions).
  • ๐Ÿ”ง Update the firmware of the TV (relevant for Sony Bravia 2018-2020.).

โš ๏ธ Attention: On smartphones POCO s MIUI 13+ Miracast may conflict with Gamespace mode. Before connecting, turn it off in the notification curtain.

3. Method 2: Google Cast (Chromecast) - for streaming video and music

Google Cast (or simply Cast) is a technology from Google that allows you to stream content from apps (YouTube, Netflix, Spotify) directly to your TV. Unlike Miracast, it doesn't transfer a smartphone screen, but only a media file, which reduces processor load and reduces latency.

How it works:

  1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
  2. Open a supported app (such as YouTube or Google Photos).
  3. Slip on the Cast icon (usually in the upper right corner).
  4. Choose your TV from the list.
AnnexSupports Cast?Max, permission.
YouTubeโœ… Yes.4K HDR
Netflixโœ… Yes.1080p (on a free account โ€“ 480p)
Google Photoโœ… Yes.Original (up to 12MP)
VLCโœ… Yes (after setting up for Playlist) โ†’ Rendering devices)1080p
TikTokโŒ No.โ€”

If there is no Cast icon:

  • ๐Ÿ” Check if the app is updated (on Google Play).
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Make sure that Google Play Services are enabled on your smartphone (Settings) โ†’ Annexes โ†’ Application management โ†’ Google Play Services).
  • ๐Ÿ”„ Reconnect the TV to Wi-Fi.

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If audio is transmitted and video is not, try turning off HDMI-CEC (System โ†’ Device Management) in your TV settings. This protocol sometimes conflicts with Google Cast.

4. Method 3: Xiaomi Screen Mirroring is a proprietary technology for the Mi ecosystem

If you have a Xiaomi Mi TV (or Mi Box), use Xiaomiโ€™s proprietary Screen Mirroring protocol, which is optimized for MIUI devices and provides:

  • ๐ŸŽฏ Minimum latency (up to 30 ms on Xiaomi 13 Pro).
  • ๐Ÿ”Š Automatic synchronization of sound.
  • ๐Ÿ“ถ Stable connection even with a weak Wi-Fi signal.

Instructions:

  1. On Xiaomi TV, open Settings โ†’ Connection and Sharing โ†’ Wireless display.
  2. On your smartphone, go to Settings โ†’ Connections and Sharing โ†’ Wireless display.
  3. Select your Mi TV from the list.
  4. Confirm the pairing code on both devices.

If the connection is interrupted:

  • ๐Ÿ“ถ Switch your TV and phone to 5GHz Wi-Fi (in router settings).
  • ๐Ÿ”ง Turn off the battery mode on your smartphone โ†’ Ultrasonic economy (it limits background processes).
  • ๐Ÿ”„ Update the TV firmware to the latest version (in Settings) โ†’ On TV. โ†’ Update of the PO).
How to speed up the broadcast on Xiaomi TV?
In the TV settings (Settings โ†’ Display & Sound โ†’ Image Mode), select Game mode โ€“ this will reduce latency to 20 ms. Also turn off Motion Processing (MEMC), as it adds lags.

5. Method 4: Smart View (for Samsung TVs)

If you have a Samsung TV (QLED, Crystal UHD or The Frame series), use Smart View technology. It is built into the firmware of Xiaomi smartphones and allows you to broadcast the screen without additional applications.

Step-by-step:

  1. On a Samsung TV, turn on Screen Mirroring (Source โ†’ Screen Mirroring or press Home โ†’ Settings โ†’ General โ†’ External Devices).
  2. On a Xiaomi smartphone, open Settings โ†’ Connections and Sharing โ†’ Wireless display.
  3. Select your TV from the list (the name will be in Samsung-XX:XX format).
  4. Confirm TV connection (may require input) PIN-code).

Frequent problems and solutions:

  • ๐Ÿšซ TV not visible on the list: on Samsung, turn off and turn on Screen Mirroring again.
  • ๐Ÿ”Š No sound: on the smartphone in the notification curtain tap on the notification Connected to Samsung TV and select to transmit the sound.
  • ๐Ÿ“‰ Lags when watching video: in the settings of the TV (Settings) โ†’ General. โ†’ External devices) disable Autosetting permissions.

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Smart View works better when the TV and phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network, even though the technology supports direct connection (Wi-Fi Direct).

6. Method 5: Third-party applications (for older models)

If the built-in techniques donโ€™t work (e.g., on the Xiaomi Redmi 5A or 2015 TV), use third-party apps:

AnnexProtocolPlusesCons
Miracast DisplayMiracastOperating without router, low latencyRequires root on some devices
Screen MirroringMiracast/Google CastSupports 4K, a simple interfaceAdvertising in the free version
ApowerMirrorWi-Fi/LANScreen recording, PC controlPaid subscription for 4K

How to set up ApowerMirror (for example):

  1. Install the app on your smartphone and TV (if itโ€™s Android TV).
  2. On your phone, launch ApowerMirror and select Mirror to TV.
  3. The scanner will find the TV, confirm the connection.
  4. To control from the phone, turn on Control Mode.

โš ๏ธ Note: Applications like TeamViewer QuickSupport or AnyDesk are not suitable for broadcasting on TV - they are designed for remote management, not for streaming media.

7. Problem Solving: Why the Broadcast Doesn't Work

If the screen is not broadcasting or the connection is constantly breaking, check:

  • ๐Ÿ”Œ Power: Xiaomi with less than 15% battery life Miracast can automatically shut down.
  • ๐Ÿ“ถ Wi-Fi: If your TV and phone are connected to different networks (e.g. 2.4GHz and 5GHz), Google Cast will not work.
  • ๐Ÿ”’ Firewall: on some routers (for example, TP-Link Archer) C6) You need to manually allow multicast-trafic for broadcasting.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ MIUI-Optimization: in Settings โ†’ Battery โ†’ Select Performance Mode Without Limits for the Translation Application.

If the image is slowing down:

  • ๐ŸŽฎ For games, reduce the screen resolution in Miracast settings (select 720p instead 1080p).
  • ๐Ÿ“ถ Switch the router to a 5 GHz channel with a width of 80 MHz (in the router administrator panel).
  • ๐Ÿ”ง Turn off image processing on the TV (Settings) โ†’ Picture โ†’ Image mode โ†’ Standard).

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If the broadcast is interrupted every 5-10 minutes, check the router settings: disable IGMP Snooping and AP Isolation โ€“ these features can block streaming protocols.

8. FAQ: Frequent questions about streaming from Xiaomi to TV

โ“ Can I broadcast the screen if there is no Wi-Fi on the TV?
Yes, but only via Miracast (Wi-Fi Direct) or via HDMI-Adapter (e.g. Xiaomi Mi) TV For this: Connect the adapter to the HDMI-Turn on your smartphone Wireless Display and select an adapter from the list. 2010 years, will be required MHL-adapter (microUSB/USB-C โ†’ HDMI), But it only works on cable.
โ“ Why is the sound coming from the phone, not the TV?
This is a typical problem when connecting to Miracast. Solutions: On a smartphone, in the notification curtain, tap on the notification Connected to [TV name] and select Transmit audio. On the TV, check if HDMI is turned off (Settings โ†’ Sound โ†’ HDMI output). If you use Google Cast, the sound should be transmitted automatically - reconnect the devices.
โ“ How to stream from Xiaomi to TV without lags for games?
For minimal latency (<30ms): Use Miracast (not Google Cast!). On your TV, turn on Game Mode (Settings โ†’ Display โ†’ Image Mode). On your smartphone, turn off Adaptive Brightness and Autopivot. If the game supports a gamepad, connect Xiaomi Game Controller over Bluetooth, this will reduce the load on the processor. On Xiaomi Black Shark and POCO F series, additionally activate Performance Mode in Settings โ†’ Special Features โ†’ MIUI Lab.
โ“ Can you stream from Xiaomi to TV via mobile Internet (4G/5G)?
No, live streaming on Miracast/Google Cast is not possible over the mobile network, but there are workarounds: Through the laptop: connect the phone and TV to the laptop over the phone. USB/HDMI, And then you use programs like this. OBS Studio for streaming, via router 4G: If your router supports SIM-card (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Router) 4G), You can connect your phone and your TV to it, and you can stream video (not screen!) with remote access, either Plex or Kodi.
โ“ Why the TV says, "The device is not supported"?
This error occurs in three cases: Outdated firmware: update MIUI Incompatible protocols: for example, Samsung TV 2016 does not support Google Cast, only Miracast. MAC-Addresses: on some TVs LG You need to add it manually. MAC-Smartphone address in the list of allowed devices (Settings) โ†’ Network โ†’ Wi-Fi Direct โ†’ Device management. If nothing helps, try resetting the network settings on your TV (Settings) โ†’ General. โ†’ Reset โ†’ Reset network settings).