Xiaomi Phone Broadcast: How to Turn on Screen and Sound on TV, YouTube or Social Media

Do you want to show your friends pictures of your vacation on the big screen, stream a mobile game on Twitch, or just duplicate a Xiaomi display on your TV? You can turn on the stream from this brand’s phone in several ways, from built-in Miracast features to specialized streaming apps. The main thing is to figure out what type of broadcast you need: mirroring your screen on Smart TV, live streaming to the Internet (for example, on YouTube or TikTok Live), or transferring media to external devices.

In this article, we will take a look at all the current techniques for Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO 2018-2026, including MIUI 14/15. You will learn how to set up a lag-free streaming experience, which apps are best for streaming, and what to do if your phone doesn’t see TV. And unique MIUI chips that are not available on other Android smartphones, such as simultaneous screen and sound broadcasting via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Direct.

1. Preparation of Xiaomi phone for broadcast

Before you turn on the stream, make sure your Xiaomi is technically ready.

• 📶 Wi-Fi or mobile Internet: for mirroring on the Internet TV Wi-Fi is required (preferably) 5 GHz, for streaming on the Internet - stable 4G/5G or Wi-Fi at speeds from 10 Mbit/s.
• 🔋 Battery charge: Broadcasts consume a lot of energy. Charge your phone to at least 50%, or better connect to charge.
• 📱 Version. MIUI: On old firmware (below) MIUI 12) Miracast may not work. Update the system to Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 🎮 Performance: For broadcasting games (e.g. Genshin Impact or PUBG Mobile) close the background apps to avoid lags.

If you plan to stream to a TV, check whether it supports Miracast technology (most of today’s Smart TVs from Samsung, LG, Sony and Xiaomi support) or Google Cast (for Chromecast).

2. Screen mirroring on TV (Miracast/Wi-Fi Direct)

The easiest way to stream Xiaomi’s screen to a TV is to use the built-in Wireless Display (aka Miracast) feature, which works without additional apps and is suitable for most modern Smart TVs.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the settings on your phone.
2. Go to Connections and Sharing → Wireless Display (on some models, the path may differ: Settings → Screen → Wireless Display).
3. Activate the Wireless Display slider.
4. From the list of available devices, select your TV. If you don't have one, make sure that the TV is on Miracast mode (usually in network or screen settings).
5. Confirm the connection on both devices.

Once successfully connected, the phone screen will be duplicated on the TV, usually with a delay of 1-2 seconds, which is normal for viewing photos/video, but can interfere with games.

• 📶 Connect the phone and TV One Wi-Fi 5 GHz network.
• 🔄 Restart both devices before connecting.
• 🎯 In Miracast settings on your phone, select Performance Mode (if available).

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Note 10 or X-ray) POCO X3) Miracast may not be on the menu, in which case use alternative methods from the following sections.

3. Streaming via Google Cast (Chromecast, Android TV)

If your TV supports Google Cast (like Android TV models or Chromecast connected), you can stream the screen through the Google Home app, a method that is more stable than Miracast, and allows you to stream individual apps (like YouTube or Netflix) without duplicating the entire screen.

Instructions:

1. Install the Google Home app from the Play Market if it’s not on your phone.
2. Connect your phone and Chromecast/TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. Open Google Home, click on your Chromecast or TV icon.
4. Choose to broadcast my screen.
5. Confirm the broadcast.

Advantages of this method:

• 🎥 You can only stream a selected app (like YouTube) and not the entire screen.
• 📶 More stable connection compared to Miracast.
• 🎮 Supports sound broadcasting without additional settings.

⚠️ Warning: If the sound is not broadcasting, check the sound settings on the phone. Sometimes you need to manually select the output device: → Sound. → Output device → [The name of your Chromecast].

4. Internet broadcast (YouTube, Twitch, TikTok Live)

To stream to the Internet with Xiaomi will need a specialized application.

General instructions for streaming on YouTube:

1. Open the YouTube Studio app and log in.
2. Click on the camera icon in the upper right corner → Broadcast.
3. Select the source: Camera (for streaming from the front / rear camera) or Screen (for broadcasting gameplay).
4. Set up the broadcast parameters: 🎤 Microphone: Turn on if you need a voice comment. 📹 Camera: Choose front or main camera. 🔊 Sound: Activate System Sound Capture (not working on all Xiaomi models).

Start broadcasting

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi 9 or Xiaomi) POCO M3) System audio capture may not work due to limitations MIUI. In this case, use an external microphone or broadcast the sound through a Bluetooth speaker connected to the phone.

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Before streaming, check the speed of the Internet through Speedtest. To broadcast in 720p, you need at least 5 Mbit / s, for 1080p - 10 Mbit / s.

5. Alternative methods of broadcasting

If built-in methods don’t work, try these options:

📱 ApowerMirror application

Suitable for mirroring the screen on PC Mac or for broadcasting on Smart TV through HDMI-The advantages of cable:

• 🖥️ It works even on older Xiaomi models (like Redmi 5).
• 🎮 Minimal latency (ideal for gaming).
• 🔊 Support for sound broadcasting.

Download: Play Market.

📱 TeamViewer QuickSupport

It allows you to stream a screen to another phone or computer over the Internet, useful for remote help or demonstration.

📱 Cable USB-C → HDMI

For models with DisplayPort Alt Mode support (e.g. Xiaomi 12 Pro, Xiaomi 13 Ultra). Connect your phone to your TV with a cable - the screen is duplicated without delay.

6. Solving broadcasting problems

If the broadcast does not start or is working with errors, use this table:

If nothing helps, try resetting your phone’s network settings:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings.
2. Confirm the reset and restart the device.
3. Repeat the connection attempt.

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On Xiaomi models with MIUI 14+, Miracast may conflict with the power saving mode. Before broadcasting, turn off Ultra Battery Mode in the settings.

7. Optimization of broadcasting for games and video

If you’re streaming high-resolution games or videos, set up your phone for maximum performance:

• 🎮 Performance mode: Include in Settings → Special facilities → Performance mode (available on Xiaomi) 12/13 and POCO F4/F5).
• 📶 Priority Wi-Fi: In Settings → Wi-Fi → Additionally. → Priority Network Select 5 GHz.
• 🔊 Sound without delay: Use Bluetooth 5.0 to connect headphones or speakers.
• 📱 Limitation FPS: In the game settings set the frame limit at 30 or 60 FPS stability.

For streamers on Twitch or YouTube, we recommend:

• 🎥 Use an external webcam (e.g. Logitech) C920) through USB-C OTG better quality.
• 🎤 Connect a lavalier microphone (e.g., Boya) BY-M1) purely.
• 📡 Broadcast through 4G/5G, If Wi-Fi is unstable (but watch for traffic!).

FAQ: Frequent questions about the broadcast with Xiaomi