How to transfer an image from computer to Xiaomi TV over Wi-Fi: all working ways

Introduction: Why wireless broadcasting is better than cable

Wireless screen transfer from computer to Xiaomi TV (Mi TV A Pro, Redmi Smart TV, Mi TV Q1/Q2 etc.) solves three problems at once: eliminates confusing wires, allows you to move freely with a laptop around the room and supports broadcasting in resolution to 4K@60Hz (stable-wi-fi 5/6). Unlike in the HDMI-cables that limit mobility and require constant connection/disconnection, wireless technologies such as Miracast, DLNA Steam Link gives you flexibility without loss of quality.

Not all methods are equally effective, however: DLNA, for example, is suitable for displaying photos or videos, but will not cope with games due to high latency (latency 150-300 ms). Miracast (built into Windows 10/11) can “brake” when a router signal is weak. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to broadcast from a PC to Xiaomi TV over Wi-Fi in 2026, including hidden settings and bypassing typical errors (for example, when the TV is not visible in the list of devices).

1. Preparation of Xiaomi TV to receive the signal

Before setting up the broadcast, make sure your Xiaomi TV supports the chosen protocol. For example, Miracast requires a model no older than 2019 (with an Amlogic T972 processor or later), and for AirPlay, MIUI TV 3.0+ firmware. You can check the version of the software in the Settings menu → About TV → MIUI TV version.

General requirements for all methods:

• 📶 Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Or Wi-Fi 6, for stable broadcasts without artifacts. At 2.4 GHz, lags are possible.
• 🔄 One network: computer and TV must be connected to the same router (not via a mobile hotspot!).
• 🔋 Power saving mode on the laptop – turn it off in Windows settings, otherwise the broadcast will stop.
• 🛠️ Updates – Check the relevance of TV firmware in Settings → Update of the PO.

If the TV is not visible in the list of devices for broadcasting, reset the network settings:

1. Go to Settings → Network and Internet → Additional → Reset network settings.
2. Connect to Wi-Fi again.
3. Enable Miracast Mode (if used) in Settings → Connection & Sharing → Wireless Display.

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If you have a Xiaomi TV Stick, use only Miracast or Google Cast – other protocols are not supported.

Method 1: Miracast (built into Windows)

Miracast is the most versatile method for streaming screens from a PC to a Xiaomi TV without additional programs. The technology works at the operating system level (Windows 10/11 and Android TV), but has limitations: a maximum resolution of 1080p@60Hz (on some TV models) and a delay of 50–100 ms, which is critical for gaming.

Instructions for Windows:

1. On the TV, turn on Settings → Connection and Sharing → Wireless Display (Miracast).
2. On PC, press Win + K (or open Settings → System → Screen → Connect to a wireless display).
3. Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list. If you don't have one, update your video card drivers (especially for Intel UHD Graphics).
4. Confirm the connection on the TV (may be required) PIN-code).

Typical problems and solutions:

Make sure your TV and PC are on the same Wi-Fi network | Turn off VPN on your computer |Update your graphics card and Wi-Fi adapter drivers |Reboot your router if the signal is weak-->

3. Method 2: DLNA for video and photo

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is ideal for streaming movies, music or photos from a computer to Xiaomi TV, but is not suitable for screen duplication or games. The advantage of the method is minimal load on the PC processor and support for MKV, MP4, FLAC formats without prior conversion.

How to set up:

1. On the TV, open the Media Player or Gallery app.
2. Select the DLNA source and the TV will scan the network.
3. On PC:

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DLNA limitations:

• ❌ No screen duplication – only individual files.
• ❌ Delay up to 2-3 seconds when scrolling video.
• ❌ Not all formats are supported (e.g, AVI DivX codec may not be played).

4. Method 3: Steam Link for games and performance tasks

If you want to stream games from your PC to Xiaomi TV with minimal latency (20-40 ms), Steam Link is the best choice. The technology uses its own video compression algorithms and is optimized for gameplay. Supports resolutions up to 4K@60Hz (with a powerful PC and Wi-Fi 6).

Step-by-step:

1. Install Steam on your PC and create an account.
2. On your TV, install the Steam Link app from the Google Play Store (available on all Xiaomi TVs with Android TV 9+).
3. Connect the gamepad (such as Xiaomi Game Controller) to your TV via Bluetooth.
4. Launch Steam Link on TV, select your PC from the list and type in PIN-code.
5. In Steam settings on PC, enable Settings → Remote Play → Advanced settings → Performance Priority.

System requirements:

• 💻 Processor: not weaker than Intel Core i5-8400 or Ryzen 5 2600.
• 🎮 Video card: NVIDIA GTX 1050/AMD RX 560 or newer (for) 1080p@60Hz).
• 📡 Network: router with Wi-Fi 6 support or wired PC connection to router.

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Steam Link is the only way to stream games from a PC to a Xiaomi TV with an acceptable latency. Alternatives (Moonlight, Parsec) require root rights on the TV.

5. Method 4: AirPlay for Mac and iPhone Owners

If you have a MacBook or iMac and a Xiaomi TV released after 2021 (with MIUI TV 3.0+ firmware), you can use AirPlay.This protocol from Apple allows you to duplicate the screen with a delay of ~60 ms and supports HDR10.

How to connect:

1. On your TV, turn on AirPlay in Settings → Connection and Sharing → Apple AirPlay.
2. On a Mac, open Control Center → Screen Mirror and select your Xiaomi TV.
3. To stream only video (without screen duplication), use QuickTime Player: File → New Video → Arrow next to the recording button → Your TV.

Limitations:

• ⚠️ On Xiaomi 2020 and older TVs, AirPlay only works for video/audio, not desktop duplication.
• ⚠️ During broadcasting 4K-Possible artifacts due to compression.

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To improve the quality of the airplay, reduce the screen resolution of the Mac to 1920×1080 before connecting.

6. Method 5: Google Cast (Chromecast) for browser and applications

Google Cast (built into Xiaomi TV as an alternative to Chromecast) allows you to stream tabs on the Chrome browser, YouTube, Netflix and other supported apps. The latency is 100-200ms, which is suitable for movies but not for games.

Instructions:

1. Make sure that your PC has Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge (with Cast support).
2. On your TV, check that Google Cast is enabled in Settings → Connection and Sharing → Google Cast.
3. In the browser, click ⋮ → Broadcast and choose your Xiaomi TV.
4. To broadcast the whole screen, select Sources → Broadcast the desktop.

Important:

• 🔴 Broadcasting a desktop through Cast puts a strain on the PC processor (especially when you are running a computer). 4K).
• 🔴 Some websites (such as Disney)+, Amazon Prime Video is blocking the broadcast due to the DRM.

7. Comparison of methods: which to choose

The choice of broadcasting method depends on your task. Below is a table with a comparison of key parameters:

For most users, the best solution is:

• 🎮 Steam Link - for gamers.
• 📺 Miracast – for screen duplication (office, presentations).
• 🎬 DLNA — for watching local movies.
• 🍎 AirPlay – for owners of Apple equipment.

8. Solving typical problems

If the broadcast is not working, check the following points:

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware older MIUI TV 2.5 may not support AirPlay and Google Cast. Update the software via Settings → Update the software or manually using USB-storage.

Problem 1: The TV is not visible in the list of devices.

• Check that both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network (not through guest access!).
• Turn off the Windows firewall or add an exception for the broadcast app.
• Restart your router – sometimes DHCP-server "forgets" devices.

Problem 2: The video is slowing down or tearing.

• Switch the router to the 5 GHz band (in the settings of the router’s web interface).
• Reduce the broadcast resolution to 1280×720 in the method settings.
• Close background programs on PCs that consume the Internet (torrents, cloud synchronization).

⚠️ Note: If you use Steam Link and the game is lagging, turn on the option Use hardware coding in the Steam settings (video card required) NVIDIA supportive NVENC or AMD s AMF).

Problem 3: There is no sound when broadcasting.

• In Windows, select Wireless Display as the default playback device (Settings → System → Sound).
• For DLNA, check that files are not in DTS or TrueHD format – Xiaomi TV does not support them.
• Update your audio drivers on PC (especially for Realtek sound cards).

FAQ: Frequent questions