How to transfer an image from Xiaomi phone to a TV: all ways with pros and cons

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? Connecting your smartphone to TV opens up a lot of possibilities - from watching content in the video game. 4K HDR You know, before you use your TV as your second monitor, but you can choose a wireless Miracast, wired. HDMI-Adapter or proprietary technology like Mi Share?

In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of synchronizing Xiaomi (including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13T and others) with Samsung, LG, Sony Bravia and Xiaomi TVs. You will learn how to avoid sound delay, why the image can “brake”, and what settings optimize the broadcast quality, and also a comparison table of methods for speed, stability and hardware requirements.

1. Wireless broadcast via Miracast (Screen Mirroring)

Miracast technology is the most versatile way to duplicate Xiaomi’s screen on a wireless TV, running on most modern TVs (since 2013) and doesn’t require internet – just enough for both devices to support Wi-Fi Direct.

How to turn on:

• 📱 On the phone: open Settings → Connection and sharing → Screen Transfer (or Cast in the Notification Curtain).
• 📺 On TV: Activate Screen Mirroring (in the Network or Wireless menu»).
• 🔍 Select the name of your TV in the list of available devices on your smartphone.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi) 9A) Miracast may not be available in the base firmware, and installing Google Home or ApowerMirror from Play Market will help.

Pros of the method:

• ✅ No Internet connection – works through direct Wi-Fi Direct.
• ✅ It supports sound (unlike some alternatives like Chromecast).
• ✅ Minimum latency (about 50–100 ms) at stable signal.

Cons:

• ❌ Image quality can deteriorate with a weak signal (artifacts, "squares»).
• ❌ Not all apps allow broadcasting due to copyright protection (e.g. Netflix or Disney).+).

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If the image is “slowing”, reduce the resolution of the broadcast in the Miracast settings on the phone (the “Imagine Quality” option).

2. Wired connection through HDMI-adapter (Type-C/USB-C)

For those who want maximum stability and quality without delay (for example, for games or presentations), the best choice is a wired USB-C → HDMI adapter.This method works on all Xiaomi with a Type-C port (starting with the 2018 Redmi Note 5) and supports resolution up to 4K@60Hz.

What you need:

• 🔌 adapter USB-C to HDMI (We recommend original from Xiaomi or certified by Anker).
• 📺 HDMI-cable (usually complete with a TV).
• ⚡ Power supply for the phone (with long broadcasting).

Instructions:

1. Connect the adapter to the Type-C port on your phone.
2. Connect the adapter to the TV via HDMI.
3. On TV, select the appropriate signal source (Source or Input button on the remote).
4. The phone may be asked to allow the transfer of images — confirm.

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⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi phones (e.g., some Xiaomi phones, POCO F3) when connected through HDMI Charging may be disabled. In this case, use an adapter with an additional port. USB-C feeding.

Comparison of adapters:

3.Using proprietary Mi Share technology (formerly Mi Cast)

Mi Share is a proprietary solution from Xiaomi, optimized for the brand ecosystem. It works faster than Miracast and supports additional features, such as file transfer in parallel with the broadcast of the screen. However, there is a caveat: the TV must also be from Xiaomi (Mi TV A2 series, Mi TV Q2 and later).

How to set up:

1. On the phone: Settings → Connection and Sharing → Mi Share.
2. On TV: Settings → Devices → Mi Share (or via the Cast button on the remote).
3. Select the TV in the list and confirm the connection.

Advantages of Mi Share:

• 🚀 Instant connection (without delays in device search).
• 🎮 Optimized for gaming – delay up to 30-40 ms.
• 📁 Ability to transfer files directly during broadcast.

Limitations:

• 🔴 It only works with Xiaomi TVs.
• 🔴 Older TV models (until 2020) may not have support.

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Mi Share is the best choice for Xiaomi appliance owners, but it is useless for other brands’ TVs.

4. Broadcast via Google Cast (Chromecast)

If your TV supports Google Cast (built into Android TV or via Chromecast device), you can stream content from Xiaomi through apps like YouTube, Google Photos or Netflix. Unlike Miracast, it doesn't transfer the entire screen, but only content from supported apps.

How it works:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open the app (like YouTube) and tap on the Cast icon (usually in the upper right corner).
3. Choose your TV from the list.

⚠️ Note: Some apps (such as TikTok or Twitch) block streaming via Chromecast due to restrictions DRM. In this case, a workaround will help - duplication of the screen through Miracast.

List of apps that support Google Cast:

• 🎬 YouTube, Netflix, Disney+
• 🎵 Spotify, Google Play Music
• 📷 Google Photos, Gallery (standard Xiaomi app)

5. DLNA connection (for media files)

DLNA allows you to broadcast only media files (photos, videos, music) to your TV, but not the entire screen, which is suitable if you want to show home videos or slideshows from a gallery, but not games or application interfaces.

Instructions:

1. On the TV, turn on DLNA mode (in the Network or Multimedia menu).
2. On Xiaomi phone, open the Gallery or Music app.
3. Select file → Share → DLNA (or Devices nearby).
4. Choose your TV from the list.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi is hiding the option by default DLNA If you don't have one, install BubbleUPnP from the Play Market.

Supported formats:

• 📹 Video: MP4, MKV, AVI (max. 1080p).
• 📷 Photo Photo: JPEG, PNG, HEIF (on new TV models).
• 🎵 Music: MP3, FLAC, AAC.

6. Alternative methods: via router or USB cable

If none of the above methods are suitable, consider these options:

1. Local area network via router

Some TVs (such as Samsung Smart TVs) allow you to connect to your phone as a network storage device.

• 🌐 Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 📱 Turn it on on the phone. FTP-server (via the application) FX File Explorer or Solid Explorer).
• 📺 On the TV, enter IP-Phone address in the browser or file manager.

2. USB-cable (MHL/OTG)

Older USB TVs can read media directly from your phone. However, Xiaomi does not support USB OTG for screen broadcasting — only for file transfer. Full screen duplication requires an MHL adapter, but it only works on phones with a Micro-USB port (for example, Redmi 4X).

Important: Since the Xiaomi Mi 9 (2019), all smartphones of the brand have lost support for MHL due to the transition to USB-C.

Comparison of all methods: which one to choose?

Selection recommendations:

• 🎮 For games: HDMI-Adapter or Mi Share (if TV from Xiaomi).
• 🎥 For movies: Google Cast (if TV supports) or Miracast.
• 📸 For a photo: DLNA straight USB-cable.
• 💼 For presentations: HDMI (most stable).

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