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

Broadcasting a Xiaomi smartphone screen onto a large TV screen opens up new possibilities, from watching high-resolution movies to showing presentations or games on a wide diagonal. However, not all users know that there are at least five ways to connect, from wireless protocols to wired adapters. Each method has its own nuances: somewhere you will need a compatible TV, somewhere you will need additional equipment, and in some cases, the Android version or MIUI firmware imposes restrictions.

In this article, we will analyze all the current methods of screen duplication, compare them by data transfer speed, sound support and picture resolution. You will learn how to avoid common errors (such as no image or sound delay), as well as what settings Xiaomi needs to check before connecting. USB-C → HDMI), which guarantee minimum lags.

If you have previously tried to display the screen, but faced problems – for example, the TV does not detect the phone or the picture “breaks”, at the end of the article there is a picture of the screen. FAQ-We also developed a method comparison table to make it easier for you to choose the best option for your Xiaomi model and TV.

1. Wireless broadcast via Miracast (Screen Mirroring)

Miracast is a wireless screen standard built into most modern Xiaomi smartphones (starting with MIUI 9) and TVs with Android TV or Wi-Fi Direct support. The main advantage of the method is that there is no need for the Internet: devices connect directly to create a local network.

To activate Miracast on Xiaomi, follow the following steps:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Screen Transfer.
2. Turn on the slider Wireless screen transfer.
3. In the list of available devices, select the name of your TV (e.g. Xiaomi TV 4A or Samsung QLED).
4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

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Note: On some Xiaomi models (such as the Redmi Note 8 Pro or POCO X3), the Miracast feature may be hidden. To find it, activate Developer Mode (7 times click on the MIUI version in Settings → About Phone) and turn the Wireless Display option on the developer menu.

Among the shortcomings of Miracast, users often note:

• 🔴 Sound delay (up to 1-2 seconds) when watching video.
• 🔴 Reduced permission to 720p or 1080p (Even if the phone supports 4K).
• 🔴 Unstable connection with a weak Wi-Fi signal.

2. Connect via Google Cast (Chromecast, Android TV)

If your TV is running Android TV (such as Xiaomi Mi TV 5 or Sony Bravia) or Google Chromecast is connected to it, you can use Google Cast technology. Unlike Miracast, it allows you to broadcast not the entire screen, but only individual applications (such as YouTube, Netflix or Google Photos), which reduces the load on the network.

Instructions for connection:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open a supported app (like YouTube) and click the Cast icon (the wave screen icon).
3. Choose your TV or Chromecast from the list.

✅ The Benefits of Google Cast:

• ✔️ Minimum lags for video broadcasting (optimized for streaming).
• ✔️ Support 4K HDR compatible.
• ✔️ Battery savings (content streams, not the entire screen).

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Note: Some applications (such as TikTok or Twitch) block the Cast function due to copyright restrictions, and in such cases you will have to use Miracast or a wired connection.

Check the Android TV version (should be at least 8.0)

Connect your phone and TV to a single 5GHz Wi-Fi network

Update the app you will be broadcasting

Turn it off. VPN on the phone (can block the Cast)-->

3. Wired connection via USB-C → HDMI (without lags)

For those who want maximum stability and no delays (for example, for games or graphics), the best solution is wired connection via the USB-C → HDMI adapter. This method is supported by most flagship Xiaomi (starting with the Mi 8), as well as TVs with an HDMI port.

What you need:

• 🔌 adapter USB-C to HDMI (We recommend models with support 4K@60Hz, For example, Baseus or Anker).
• 🔌 Cable HDMI 2.0 (for high quality audio and image transmission).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to the USB-C port on your phone.
2. Connect the adapter to the TV with an HDMI cable.
3. On the TV, select the signal source (HDMI 1/2).
4. A request for permission to transfer the screen may appear on the phone - confirm it.

Important: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro) require you to enable HDMI image output and select the USB-configuration → DisplayPort option from the Settings → System → Advanced Settings menu.

4.Using USB-C adapter → HDMI with external power

If you connect through a simple adapter USB-C → HDMI The phone doesn't transmit an image or it discharges quickly, and it can be a problem with insufficient power, because many adapters require an additional energy source to work smoothly, especially when they are output. 4K-content.

The solution is to use an active powered hub (such as HooToo's USB-C Hub) that plugs into the outlet.

• 🔌 Port port HDMI 4K@60Hz.
• 🔌 Connector. USB-A keyboard/mouse.
• 🔌 Port port USB-C PD charger.

✅ Benefits of a power hub:

• ⚡ Stable transmission 4K artifactless.
• ⚡ Simultaneous charging of the phone (important for long sessions).
• ⚡ DisplayPort Alt Mode (for maximum resolution).

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Warning: Cheap hubs without power may not only not work with Xiaomi, but also damage the USB-C port due to unstable voltage. Check compatibility on the manufacturer's website!

5. Alternative methods: DLNA and third-party applications

If none of the above methods work (for example, you have an old TV without HDMI or Wi-Fi Direct), you can use DLNA technology or specialized applications like ApowerMirror or TeamViewer QuickSupport.

DLNA allows you to stream media files (photos, videos, music) from your phone to your TV over a local network.

1. Make sure your TV supports DLNA (usually on the Network → DLNA menu).
2. On the phone, install a server application, such as BubbleUPnP.
3. Select a file to broadcast and specify the TV as the output device.

❌ Limitations DLNA:

• 🚫 Does not broadcast the entire screen (media files only).
• 🚫 No support for games or apps.
• 🚫 There may be problems with formats (e.g..mkv is not played back).

For a full screen broadcast, applications like ApowerMirror are suitable:

• 📱 Install the app on your phone and TV (if it’s on Android) TV).
• 📱 Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 📱 Follow the instructions in the pairing app.

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If the TV does not support Wi-Fi Direct, but there is a port USB, can be used OTG-cable and app Send Files to TV transfer files directly.

6. Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

To make the choice easier, we have prepared a table comparing all methods by key parameters:

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For gaming and graphics, only the wired method (USB-C → HDMI) is optimal. Wireless protocols produce delays critical to dynamic content.

FAQ: Frequent Questions and Problems