How to enable VoLTE on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro: a complete guide with compatibility check

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro is one of the most popular mid-range smartphones, but many owners still don’t use its full potential.VoLTE (Voice over LTE) technology, which allows you to call over a 4G network rather than switch to outdated 2G/3G. This means faster connection, better sound quality and the ability to talk and use mobile Internet at the same time.

However, enabling VoLTE on the Redmi Note 8 Pro is not as easy as it sounds: it can be hidden in settings, blocked by the operator or require a firmware update. In this article, we will discuss all the ways to activate, including manual settings, checking for operator support and solving typical problems. If you are tired of Internet interruptions during calls or want to improve the quality of communication, read on.

What is VoLTE and why should it be enabled on the Redmi Note 8 Pro?

VoLTE (LTE voice) is fundamentally changing the way we approach voice communication, and instead of switching to a traditional 2G/3G network during a call, the smartphone stays on the 4G network, which has several key benefits:

• 📞 Instant connection – the call connects 2-3 times faster than when used 3G.
• 🎧 Sound quality HD — broadband LTE It allows you to transmit voice in high resolution (up to 24 kHz vs. 8 kHz in the voice). 3G).
• 📶 Without breaking the internet – you can continue downloading files, watching videos or playing online while you’re in conversation.
• 🔋 Saving charge – no need to constantly switch between networks, which reduces the load on the modem.

Redmi Note 8 Pro supports technology at the hardware level (Meditek Helio chipset) G90T VoLTE compatible, but often disabled by default, and the reasons range from operator policies to regional firmware restrictions, such as in some countries, VoLTE activates automatically when inserted. SIM-maps, and in Russia or Ukraine requires manual adjustment.

Verification of VoLTE support by your operator

Before you set up your smartphone, make sure your mobile operator supports VoLTE in your area. Even if the Redmi Note 8 Pro is technically ready, the feature won't work without ISP support. Here are the current data for the main carriers (for 2026):

To check for support specifically for your number:

1. Send. USSD-request: MTS: *111*59# Beeline: *110*180# MegaFon: *105*500#

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⚠️ Note: If the operator does not support VoLTE, all further smartphone settings will be useless.In this case, consider changing the tariff or provider - for example, MTS and MegaFon are actively expanding coverage.

Step-by-step: how to turn on VoLTE on Redmi Note 8 Pro

If the carrier supports the technology, we'll move on to setting up the smartphone, and there are two main ways to activate it: through the standard menu and through the engineering mode (for advanced users), starting with the simplest.

Method 1: via MIUI settings (official method)

This method works on most MIUI 12-14 firmware and does not require root permissions.

1. Open the Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Choose yours. SIM-card (if there are several).
3. Tap on the network type (or preferred network type).
4. In the options list, find and select 4G (preferably)/LTE or 4G/3G/2G (auto).
5. Go back and find LTE (or VoLTE) Call. Turn the switch to the On position.

Method 2: through the engineering menu (for power users)

If the standard method didn't work, you can turn on VoLTE through the engineering menu. Be careful - wrong actions can disrupt the network!

1. Open the Phone app and type in the combination: ##4636## Some firmware may require ##86583## or #36446337###.
2. In the menu that opens, select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
3. Scroll down to Set preferred network type and select LTE only or LTE/WCDMA/GSM auto.
4. Find the VoLTE provisioned string and make sure it's 1 (on). If 0, tap the line to change the value.
5. Reboot your smartphone.

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi Note 8 Pro firmware may not have an engineering menu or may be blocked. If nothing happens after you enter the code, then your version is yours. MIUI Don't try to enter other engineering codes at random, it could cause a failure. IMEI!

Firmware Update: Why it’s important for VoLTE

On the Redmi Note 8 Pro with firmware older than MIUI 12.0.3, VoLTE may not be available at all, even if the carrier supports it, because Xiaomi has been gradually adding support for the technology in updates, and early versions of the software simply did not have the necessary drivers to work with voice over LTE.

To update the firmware:

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → System update.
2. Click Check Updates and wait for the latest version to download.
3. If the update is not available, check the firmware region: 🌍 Russia should be the region of Russia or EEA (Europe). 🔄 If it is China or India, VoLTE may not work – you will need to flash it to the global version.

After the update:

• 🔄 Reboot the phone.
• 📱 Check the appearance of the VoLTE item in the settings SIM-map.
• 📡 If the feature never appeared, try resetting the network settings (Settings) → SIM-map → Resetting mobile network settings).

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If VoLTE doesn’t work after the update, try inserting it. SIM-card to another slot (if there are two) Sometimes the function is activated only for the slot SIM1.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after you set up the right VoLTE, it may not work, and let's look at the common bugs and how to fix them:

If none of the methods worked, check:

• 📋 Type SIM-Cards: VoLTE only works with USIM (A new microchip. A regular one. SIM Check with the operator's cabin.
• 📡 Coverage 4G: If there is a weak signal in your area LTE, The smartphone can automatically switch to 3G. Check the coverage on the operator's website.
• 🔧 Application conflict: Some programs (such as Freedom or AdGuard) block VoLTE. VPN firewall.

VoLTE vs Wi-Fi Calling: What’s Best for the Redmi Note 8 Pro

Many people confuse VoLTE and Wi-Fi Calling, but these are different technologies with different advantages.

• 📶 VoLTE: ✅ It works through a mobile network. 4G. ✅ No Wi-Fi connection required. ✅ Best sound quality in the coverage area LTE. ❌ It doesn't work at a weak signal. 4G.
• 📶 Wi-Fi Calling: ✅ It works over any Wi-Fi network. ✅ Useful in areas with poor mobile coverage (basements, remote areas). ❌ Quality depends on the speed of Wi-Fi. ❌ Maybe not roaming.

On the Redmi Note 8 Pro, both features can be used simultaneously.

• 🏙️ In a city with a good 4G — give preference to VoLTE.
• 🏡 At home or at work, where Wi-Fi is more stable than mobile network – turn on Wi-Fi Calling.
• 🚗 On trips where coverage is unstable – leave both features active for automatic switching.

To enable Wi-Fi Calling:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Choose yours. SIM-map.
3. Activate the Wi-Fi Calling switch.
4. At the first turn on, confirmation via SMS (depending on the operator) may be required.

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VoLTE and Wi-Fi Calling are not in conflict; they can (and should) be used together for maximum stability.

How to Check if VoLTE Really Works

Once activated, it’s important to make sure that calls are actually going over 4G, not over legacy networks.

1. 📞 When you call: Look at the network indicator in the status bar. If it's displayed there. 4G or LTE (not 3G or+) — VoLTE works. Some firmware shows an icon next to the signal level. HD VoLTE.
2. 📊 From the engineering menu: Enter the code ##4636##. Go to Phone Information. See Voice Network Type. LTE — everything is right.

Using applications

• Install NetMonster or Network Cell Info Lite from Google Play. These utilities show the type of network when you call.

If the indicator shows 3G or H+ during a conversation, then VoLTE is not active.

• 🔄 Reboot the phone.
• 📶 Manually select the network 4G in settings (Only LTE).
• 📞 Try calling another number – sometimes the first call after activation goes through the phone. 3G.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions