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

Output from a smartphone to a large screen Xiaomi Mi TV opens up new possibilities, from watching movies in high resolution to streaming games with minimal latency. However, not all users know that modern Xiaomi TVs support several wireless and wired transmission protocols at once, from classic HDMI to advanced Miracast with support for 4K@60Hz. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of connecting, including hidden settings to reduce lag and optimize image quality.

It is important to understand that the choice of method depends not only on the TV model (for example, Mi TV Q2 75" or Mi TV A Pro), but also on the version of Android on your smartphone. So, devices on MIUI 14+ automatically determine supported protocols, while older versions may require manual adjustment. We tested all methods on Xiaomi TVs 2020-2026 and Redmi, POCO, Xiaomi 13/14 series smartphones – the results are summarized in the comparative table below.

1. Wireless transmission over Wi-Fi (Miracast/Wi-Fi Direct)

The most versatile way, which does not require additional adapters, Miracast technology is built into all Xiaomi Mi TVs since 2018 and is supported by most Android 5.0+ smartphones. The main advantage is the lack of wires and the ability to broadcast in resolution up to 4K (on models with Mi TV QLED and OLED).

To activate the mode:

• 📱 On the phone: open Settings → Connection and sharing → Screen transmission (on MIUI The path may be different: Settings → Screen. → TV broadcast).
• 📺 On TV: Go to Settings → The Internet and the Internet → Wi-Fi Direct or Screen → Wireless projection.
• 🔄 Choose the name of your Mi. TV from the list of available devices on your phone.

Important nuance: if the image slows down or breaks, try:

• 📶 Switch TV and phone to 5 GHz Wi-Fi range (less interference).
• 🔧 In Miracast settings on the TV (Settings) → System system → Additionally. → Miracast Mode: Choose Performance over Energy Saving.
• 📱 On the smartphone, disable background optimization for the Wireless Display application (in MIUI: Settings → Annexes → Application management → Wireless Display → Battery → No restrictions).

⚠️ Attention: On the TVs Xiaomi Mi TV 4S (2019 year) and older may not be supported 4K@60Hz The maximum resolution in this case — 1080p@60Hz or 4K@30Hz.

Connection via HDMI (for minimum delay)

If you want a stable image without artifacts — for example, for games or watching videos in high bitrate — HDMI remains the best choice. Modern Xiaomi smartphones (starting with the Redmi Note 10 Pro and Xiaomi 11 series) support the output of images through the USB-C port using a USB-C → HDMI adapter. It is important to use an active adapter (with a signal conversion chip), as passive may not work.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the USB-C → HDMI adapter to your smartphone.
2. Connect. HDMI-cable with TV (use port) HDMI 2.1 for 4K@60Hz).
3. On the TV, select the appropriate signal source (HDMI 1/2/3).
4. On the phone in the notification bar will appear the option Transfer to HDMI – activate it.

Recommendations for adapters:

⚠️ Attention: On smartphones POCO X3 Pro and Redmi Note 9 when connected via HDMI Solution: Use an external Bluetooth adapter or connect your headphones to your TV.

Check DisplayPort Alt Mode support for phone specifications |

Buy an active USB-C adapter → HDMI (not passive) |

Use HDMI 2.0+ cable for 4K|

Turn off the power saving modes on the phone |

Choose a port HDMI 2.1 on the TV for maximum resolution-->

3. Use of Google Cast (Chromecast built-in)

Xiaomi Mi TVs on Android TV (such as Mi TV Q1E or Mi TV P1) have built-in support for Google Cast, which allows you to stream content from apps like YouTube, Netflix or Google Photos directly to the big screen without duplicating the entire screen of the phone, the advantage of the method is minimal load on the smartphone and no lag.

How to set up:

• 📱 Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 📺 On the TV, turn on Cast: Settings → Devices → Google Cast.
• 🎬 In a supported app (such as YouTube), click the Cast icon (📺) and choose your Mi. TV.

Limitations:

• ❌ Not all applications support Cast (e.g. TikTok or Cast). VK Video).
• ❌ It is impossible to broadcast the screen in its entirety – only content from specific applications.
• ❌ Some Mi models on some of them TV (Like Mi. TV 4A) Cast only works in resolution. 1080p.

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If Google Cast doesn’t find a TV, try manually entering it. IP-Mi address TV In the Cast settings on the phone. IP You can access the Settings menu → Network → Network status on TV.

4. Connect via USB-C (MHL/DisplayPort mode)

A little-known but effective way is to use a USB-C → USB-C cable with DisplayPort Alt Mode support. This method works on Xiaomi’s flagship models (for example, Xiaomi 13 Ultra or Mix Fold 3) and allows you to transfer video in resolution up to 4K@60Hz with HDR10+ support. The main plus is that simultaneously with video, sound is transmitted, and the latency is minimal (about 10-15 ms).

What you need:

• 🔌 Cable USB-C → USB-C DisplayPort support (e.g. Anker PowerLine) III).
• 📺 Xiaomi Mi TV TV portable USB-C (modelable Q2 75" and newer).

Instructions:

1. Connect the cable to the USB-C port on your phone and TV.
2. On the TV, select the USB-C signal source from the input menu.
3. On the phone in the notification bar will appear option USB-connection to transfer the image – activate it.

⚠️ Attention: On the TVs Xiaomi Mi TV P1 (2021) port USB-C It only supports charging, not video transmission. Check the specifications of your model before buying a cable.

5. Alternative methods: DLNA and LAN

If you do not need to duplicate the screen, but broadcast media files (photos, videos, music), you can use the protocol. DLNA. All Xiaomi Mi TVs TV built-in DLNA-server, and for a smartphone you will need an application like BubbleUPnP or LocalCast.

How to set up:

• 📱 Install the LocalCast app from Google Play on your phone.
• 📺 On the TV, activate it. DLNA: Settings → Network → DLNA.
• 📂 In the application, select a file to broadcast and specify your Mi TV device-list.

Advantages of DLNA:

• ✅ No delay in playing local files.
• ✅ Supported formats MKV, FLAC, DTS (on the Mi TVs TV QLED).
• ✅ Low power consumption (no need for screen duplication).

6. Solving Connection Problems

If the phone screen doesn’t show up on the Mi TV or the image is slowing down, check the following points:

Additional advice:

• 🔄 If after connecting the phone screen went out, check the sleep settings in Settings → Display. → Sleeping mode (set Never).
• 📶 For stable Miracast, use a router with Wi-Fi 6 support (e.g. Xiaomi AIoT Router) AX3600).
• 🔋 With a long broadcast, connect the phone to charge - wireless screen transmission greatly drains the battery.

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For games with minimal lag, use HDMI or USB-C. Wireless protocols (Miracast, Cast) give a delay of 50 to 150 ms, which is critical for shooters or racing.

7. Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

The choice of connection method depends on your tasks:

• 🎮 For games: HDMI or USB-C (delay <20 miss).
• 🎬 For movies: Google Cast (no phone load) or DLNA (locally).
• 📱 Screen duplication: Miracast (if there are no cables at hand).
• 🔧 To set up the TV: USB-C (It is convenient to use the phone as a remote).

Model recommendations:

• Xiaomi Mi TV Q2/Q1E: Supports all methods, including 4K@120Hz over HDMI 2.1.
• Xiaomi Mi TV A Pro: There is no USB-C port, but there is an HDMI ARC for sound.
• Xiaomi Mi TV 4S: 1080p limit on Miracast, no HDR via USB

FAQ: Frequent questions