How to transfer the screen of the Xiaomi phone to the TV: all working ways

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 losing quality? How to transfer your smartphone screen to TV depends on the phone model, MIUI version and the capabilities of your TV. In this article, we will discuss 5 proven methods – from wireless protocols to wired adapters, and explain why there are sometimes audio delays of up to 2 seconds when broadcasting through Miracast on Xiaomi TVs older than 2020.

Not all methods are equally effective: for example, Google Cast (built into YouTube or Netflix) is more stable than Universal Miracast, but does not support all applications. And wired HDMI connection provides minimal latency, but requires an adapter. We tested each method on Redmi Note 12 Pro+ phones, Xiaomi 13 Ultra and Xiaomi TV A2 55" and Samsung QLED Q60C — the results are summarized in the comparison table below.

1. Wireless broadcast via Miracast (embedded screen mirroring)

Miracast is a wireless screen transmission standard supported by most modern Xiaomi TVs and smartphones (starting with MIUI 9).It does not require internet, but both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or use Wi-Fi Direct).

To activate the broadcast:

• 📱 On the phone: open Settings → Connections and sharing → Screen Transfer (or Quick Settings) → Mirroring).
• 📺 On TV: Turn on Screen Mirroring (on Xiaomi) TV It's the settings. → Connection → Wireless projection).
• 🔍 From the list of available devices, select the name of your TV. Confirm the connection on both screens.

⚠️ Challenges and solutions:

⚠️ Warning: On Samsung’s 2019-2021 TVs, Miracast may shut down in 10-15 minutes due to energy-saving mode. To fix this, turn off Auto-Switching. HDMI TV-only.

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Miracast supports the approval of the 1080p at 60 Hz, but in practice, lags up to 500 ms can occur (noticeably in games or when scrolling through social media feeds). HDMI.

2. Streaming via Google Cast (Chromecast embedded or external)

If your TV supports Google Cast (built into Android TV or via a Chromecast device), you can stream individual apps — YouTube, Netflix, Google Photos — without duplicating the entire screen.

Instructions:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open a supported app (e.g. YouTube).
3. Click the broadcast icon (📺) and select your TV from the list.

⚠️ Limitations:

⚠️ Note: Not all apps support Google Cast, such as TikTok and VK Videos are blocked because of copyright restrictions, and in such cases, only mirroring the screen through Miracast will help.

Google Cast has the advantage of having no audio delay (unlike Miracast), as video is streamed directly from the app’s servers and the phone is only a remote, but DRM-protected content (like movies in Kion or Okko) may not play due to license restrictions.

3. Wired connection via HDMI (minimum latency)

For gamers, streamers or those who need a stable picture without lags, the best option is a wired connection via HDMI. Xiaomi smartphones do not have an HDMI port, so you will need:

• 🔌 adapter USB-C → HDMI (cellphone USB-C, for example, Xiaomi 13T).
• ⚡ Active adapter (if the phone does not support DisplayPort Alt Mode – check the specifications of the model).
• 🎮 Cable HDMI 2.0 support 4K@60Hz.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to the phone and then connect it to the TV with an HDMI cable.
2. On the TV, select the appropriate signal source (HDMI 1/2).
3. A request for permission to transfer the screen may appear on the phone - confirm it.

⚠️ Important: When connecting through HDMI The phone will charge more slowly (or discharge if the adapter is passive). USB-powerhouse.

4. Connect via Wi-Fi Direct (without router)

If you don't have a router, but your TV supports Wi-Fi Direct, you can organize live streaming, which works on most Xiaomi TVs and smartphones with MIUI 10+.

Algorithm of action:

1. On TV: Settings → Network → Wi-Fi Direct → Enable.
2. On the phone: Settings → Wi-Fi → Additional → Wi-Fi Direct.
3. Select the TV from the list and confirm the connection (may be required). PIN-code).
4. Activate screen mirroring through Settings → Screen transfer.

⚠️ nuance:

⚠️ Note: Wi-Fi Direct creates a direct network between devices, but some applications (e.g. Disney)+) They can block playback because they don't have an Internet connection, so the solution is to pre-download content to your phone.

Wi-Fi Direct data transfer speed is lower than normal Wi-Fi, so artifacts are possible when viewing the data. 4K-For Full. HD (1080p) This method is sufficient.

5. Use of third-party applications (ApowerMirror, TeamViewer)

If the built-in methods don't work (for example, on older TVs without Miracast), you can use third-party applications.

• 📲 ApowerMirror – supports broadcasting on Windows/Mac and TVs DLNA.
• 🖥️ TeamViewer QuickSupport – allows you to control your phone from your TV (if you have Android installed on it) TV).
• 🎮 Scrcpy - free software for broadcasting on a PC with subsequent output to a TV.

Example of ApowerMirror configuration:

1. Install the app on your phone and TV (or PC connected to TV).
2. Run ApowerMirror on both devices.
3. On the phone, select Mirror on TV and scan. QR-TV-screen.

⚠️ Warning: Free versions of apps often add watermarks or limit resolution to 720p. For full use, you will need a premium subscription (from 300) ₽/moss).

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If Miracast is permanently interrupted, try turning off Adaptive Screen Update (in Settings → Display) in your phone settings, which will reduce the CPU load and stabilize the connection.

Comparison of translation methods: which one to choose?

To make the selection easier, we have put the key parameters in a table:

HDMI is optimal for gaming and streaming, Google Cast for movies, Miracast for presentations or social media, and if the TV is old (before 2018), you’ll probably have to use third-party apps or a wired adapter.

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On Xiaomi phones with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor (such as Xiaomi 13 Ultra), the Miracast is more stable thanks to hardware encoding of video in H.265. On budget models (Redmi 10A), slowdowns are possible due to a weak chipset.

Frequent mistakes and their solutions

Even with the right setup, there can be problems. Let's look at typical scenarios.

• 🔴 "Device not found" while connecting to Miracast: Check if Wi-Fi Direct is on on the TV. Reboot both devices. Update the TV firmware (on Xiaomi) TV It's the settings. → On TV. → Update of the PO).
• 🔊 No audio when broadcasting: In your phone settings (Sound), select Media device as the sound source. HDMI, Check that the cable supports ARC (Audio Return Channel).
• 📶 Permanent connection breaks: Switch the router to 5 GHz (if supported). Turn off power saving mode on the phone.

⚠️ Xiaomi's Specific Problem TV:

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs TV Q2 2022 when broadcasting through Miracast may disappear in the applications IVI Kinopoisk HD. It's about conflict. DRM-The solution is to use Google Cast or upgrade your TV to the latest firmware (version at least 1.6.65).

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