How to link Xiaomi phone to TV: everything from Miracast to HDMI

Modern Xiaomi smartphones (including the Redmi and POCO lines) allow you to broadcast the screen to the big screen of the TV in just a few touches — whether it is a presentation of photos, watching movies or streaming games. However, not all users know that there are at least five ways of synchronization, and each of them is optimal for specific tasks, for example, Miracast is suitable for mirroring the screen without delays, and DLNA is suitable for transferring media files without duplication of the interface.

In this article, we’ll break down all the current connectivity methods, including the rarely mentioned nuances: why Xiaomi 13 Pro might not see a Samsung TV QLED 2022 Wi-Fi Direct: How to Bypass Netflix Streaming Restrictions HDMI-And what to do if the sound is transmitted and the image is not, and you'll also find a comparative table of speed and stability of each method to choose the best one for your technique.

1. Wireless mirroring via Miracast (Screen Mirroring)

Miracast technology is a wireless screen standard built into most Android TVs, Samsung Smart TVs (2016 and later) and Xiaomi devices based on MIUI 10+. The main advantage is the lack of need for a router: the connection is installed directly between the phone and the TV.

To activate Miracast on Xiaomi, follow the following steps:

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Connection and sharing → Screen transfer (on some models the path may differ: Settings) → Screen. → Wireless display).
• 🔍 Turn on the search for available devices. The TV should appear in the list (for example, how to find the available devices). Samsung-6-Series or Mi TV 4A).
• 🔗 Click on the TV name and confirm the connection on both devices.
• 🎮 To reduce latency (important for gaming), activate Game or Low Lag (if available) in Miracast settings).

TV and phone connected to the same Wi-Fi network (not necessarily, but recommended for stability)| Miracast reception mode is enabled on the TV (in the "Source" or "Screen Mirroring" menu)| The phone has turned off the power saving mode for the "Screen Transfer" function | The distance between devices does not exceed 5 meters-->

Important: On LG TVs with webOS, you may need to pre-enable Miracast in the Settings menu → Network → Screen Share. On Sony Bravia, look for the Ins/Outs → Wireless Display section.

⚠️ Warning: If the image on the TV is displayed with artifacts or "breaks", try lowering the resolution of the phone screen to 720p It's in Miracast settings. 12T And it's done through the settings. → Screen. → Screen resolution during transmission.

2. HDMI connection: when you need a cable

Wired HDMI is the most reliable way to connect if you need minimal latency (for example, to watch 4K HDR video or games from a gamepad). Xiaomi will require a USB-C → HDMI adapter (for models with USB Type-C) or Micro-USB → HDMI (for older devices like the Redmi Note 5).

Instructions for connection:

1. Buy a certified adapter (we recommend original Xiaomi accessories or adapters from Anker/Baseus with support for 4K@60Hz).
2. Connect the adapter to the phone and HDMI-cable to the TV (use the port marked with the HDMI 2.0 4K).
3. On the TV, select the appropriate signal source (HDMI 1/2/3).
4. A request for permission to transfer an image may appear on the phone - confirm it.

Critical Feature: Xiaomi phones with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processors (such as Xiaomi 13 Ultra) may need to enable Desktop Mode in HDMI settings to properly display the app menu. After connecting, swipe down the phone screen and select USB → Transfer Desktop Mode files. →

3. Media streaming over DLNA

If you don't have to duplicate the entire screen, but just stream photos, music or video, DLNA is the best protocol. Unlike Miracast, it doesn't transfer the phone interface, it just plays files on the TV, which saves battery power and reduces the load on the processor.

Algorithm of settings:

• 📺 Make sure the TV supports you. DLNA (In the menu, look for Network Services, Media Server or AllShare on Samsung).
• 📱 On Xiaomi, open the Gallery or Music app, select a file and tap on the Broadcast icon (usually in the upper right corner).
• 🔄 From the list of devices, select your TV. Playback will start automatically.

For advanced features (such as YouTube or Netflix screen broadcasts), use media applications:

• LocalCast – supports subtitles and external audio tracks.
• BubbleUPnP – allows you to broadcast even DRM-protected content (with restrictions).
• Mi Home – If you have a Mi TV, integration will be as smooth as possible.

⚠️ Note: Some TVs (e.g., TVs, TCL Roku TV) Block the reproduction of files with a resolution above 1080p through DLNA. To get around this, convert the video to H.264 bitrate less than 10 Mbps.

4. Wi-Fi Direct: Direct connection without router

Wi-Fi Direct is an alternative to Miracast for TVs that don't support the latter, and unlike the classic Miracast, it uses P2P Wi-Fi protocol, which sometimes gives you a more stable connection in the face of interference.

Step-by-step:

1. On the TV, activate Wi-Fi Direct (on the TV). LG it could be called LG TV Plus, Sony Direct, remember the network name and password (if required).
2. On Xiaomi phone, go to Settings → Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Direct.
3. Select the TV from the list and enter the password (if requested).
4. After connecting, use the screen transfer function as with Miracast.

The advantage of this method is compatibility with older TV models (such as the 2014 Samsung Series 5), but be prepared for a delay of up to 200 ms, making it unsuitable for dynamic gaming.

5. AirPlay for Apple TVs and compatible models

If you have an AirPlay 2-enabled TV (such as Samsung QLED 2019+, LG OLED CX, or Apple TV), you can stream Xiaomi’s screen through this protocol. Even though Xiaomi doesn’t officially support AirPlay, you can circumvent this restriction with third-party apps.

Instructions:

1. Install the ApowerMirror app or Screen Mirroring for AirPlay from Google Play.
2. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. Launch the app, select AirPlay and follow the on-screen instructions.
4. On the TV, confirm the connection (coding may be required).

Limitations:

• 🚫 The sound can be transmitted with a delay (corrected in the application settings).
• 🚫 Some apps (such as Disney)+) They block the broadcast because DRM.
• 🚫 Image quality is limited 1080p even 4K-TV-set.

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If there is no audio when streaming via AirPlay, check your TV settings: on Samsung go to Settings → Sound → Sound Out and select TV Speaker + Audio Out.

6: The solution to the problem: why the phone can't see the TV

If neither of these methods works, the reasons may be software or hardware.

Problem 1: The TV doesn’t appear in the list of available devices when you try to connect via Miracast/Wi-Fi Direct.

• ✅ Reboot both devices.
• ✅ Make sure your TV is on Screen Mirroring (sometimes it turns off after you update your firmware).
• ✅ Check if the connection is blocked by antivirus or VPN phone-on.
• ✅ Update your TV and phone to the latest version.

Problem 2: Image is transmitted but no sound is present (or vice versa).

• ✅ For Miracast: in the phone settings (Settings) → Sound) select Send sound to an external device.
• ✅ For HDMI: Check that the cable supports audio transmission (the adapter must have a tag on it). HDMI ARC).
• ✅ On the TV, select External speakers or HDMI source.

Problem 3: Image delay in games or videos.

• ✅ For Miracast: Activate Game Mode on your TV).
• ✅ Reduce the broadcast resolution to 720p phone-setting.
• ✅ Use it. HDMI-cable instead of wireless protocols.

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If your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network, but Miracast doesn’t work, try turning off the Smart Wi-Fi Switch option on your phone in your network settings, a feature that can interrupt the connection to save power.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi to a TV