Modern smartphones and TVs make it easy to stream content to the big screen, but owners of equipment from different brands often face compatibility issues. Connecting the Samsung Galaxy A50 to a Xiaomi Mi TV or Redmi TV is a very solvable task if you know the right methods of synchronization. The devices are based on Android, which opens up wide possibilities for integration, but requires customization of specific parameters.
There are several main ways to connect: wired (through a wired connection). HDMI-cable) and wireless (via Wi-Fi and protocols) Miracast/Chromecast). Wireless methods are more popular because of the convenience and absence of unnecessary wires, but a wired connection guarantees maximum stability and no delays. The choice of the specific method depends on your goals: watching movies, presentation or mobile games.
In this article, we will take a look at all the options available, explain the nuances of network configuration and offer solutions for typical problems. For wireless video transmission, it is critical that both devices are on the same Wi-Fi router subnet. Following the instructions will allow you to enjoy content with the Galaxy A50 on a large screen of a Xiaomi TV without unnecessary complications.
Wireless connectivity via built-in Smart View features
The easiest and most common way is to use Miracast technology, which is built into Samsung's One UI shell called Smart View. Xiaomi TVs running on Android TV support this protocol by default. You don't need to install additional apps, just activate the desired feature in the smartphone menu.
The process starts with checking your Wi-Fi connection. Make sure your Samsung A50 and Xiaomi TV are connected to the same router.If you use a dual-band router, it is advisable that both devices are on the same frequency (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz), although modern routers often combine them into a single network.
- 📱 Lower the notification curtain on Samsung A50 swipe.
- 📺 Find and click the Smart View icon (may be called “Translation” or “Device Connection").
- 🔍 In the list of available devices, select your Xiaomi or Redmi TV.
- ✅ Accept the connection request that appears on the TV screen using the remote control.
Once you pair it successfully, the image from the phone's screen will instantly appear on the TV, so you can switch apps, watch videos from the gallery, or show a photo, and it's important to note that in this mode, the phone works like a remote, but the battery is consumed faster because of the active communication modules.
Broadcasting via Chromecast and Google apps
Xiaomi Mi TVs are equipped with built-in support for Google Cast technology (Chromecast built-in).This allows you to stream content from specific applications such as YouTube, Netflix, VK Video or Yandex.Cinema directly to the TV, bypassing full screen duplication of the smartphone. This saves battery power Samsung A50 and allows you to use the phone for other tasks while watching.
This method requires that the phone has Google services installed (which is standard for Samsung) and the app from which you want to stream. Make sure that the TV is visible as an available device on the Google Home app (if installed).
⚠️ Warning: When streaming via Chromecast, video quality is regulated by the app server, not the phone. If the internet on the router is weak, the image can be blurred, even if the phone itself is powerful.
The algorithm is simple: open the video in the app, find the broadcast icon (rectangle with waves in the corner) and select Xiaomi TV. The video will play on the big screen, and the phone will turn into a control panel with pause, rewind and volume buttons.
💡
If you’re streaming a video from your Chrome browser on your phone, use the “Translation” feature in the browser menu (three dots) to display a tab or the entire screen of the device on your TV.
Use of third-party mirroring applications
If standard methods are unstable or require advanced functionality, you can use third-party applications. There are many utilities available on the Google Play Store that improve the stability of the connection between Samsung and Xiaomi. Popular options include Web Video Caster, Cast to TV or ApowerMirror.
These programs often allow you to stream content that is protected from copying (DRM), or have more flexible settings for image quality and delay. Some applications require you to install the client part not only on the phone, but also on the TV through the built-in Google Play Store on Android TV.
Let’s take a look at the example of setting up through a universal application:
- Install the app you select on the Samsung A50 and, if required, on the Xiaomi TV.
- Run the app on both devices.
- Click the device search button in the app on your phone.
- Enter the code displayed on the TV screen to confirm the pair.
Using third-party software is especially relevant if you want to stream local video files that are not supported by a standard TV player.The app will decode on the phone and transmit the finished stream to Xiaomi.
Wired connection via USB-C to HDMI
For users who want maximum stability and minimal latency (such as gamers), wired connectivity is ideal. However, there is an important technical nuance: the Samsung Galaxy A50 features a USB 2.0 port that does not support video output through the standard USB-C to HDMI adapter (DisplayPort Alt Mode technology).
This means that the usual cheap adapter will not work. To wire the Samsung A50 to a Xiaomi TV, you will need a special adapter that uses DisplayLink technology. These adapters contain their own chip for video processing and require the installation of an appropriate application (for example, DisplayLink Presenter) on the phone.
| Type of connection | Equipment required | Delay (Latency) | Quality. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smart View (Wi-Fi) | Router, Wi-Fi modules | Medium/High | Up to 1080p. |
| Chromecast | Internet, Annex | Low (network dependent) | Up to 4K (content-dependent) |
| DisplayLink (Wire) | DisplayLink Adapter, HDMI Cable | Minimum | Stable 1080p |
Despite the need to buy a special adapter, this method provides better performance in games.The image is transmitted over cable without loading the wireless network, which eliminates jerks and compression artifacts.
☑️ Checking before buying an adapter
Network setup and fixing visibility problems
A common problem when connecting the Samsung A50 to the Xiaomi TV is that devices can't see each other, and 90 percent of the time, this is due to network settings, and modern routers can divide the network into guest and main, or use different frequency bands with client isolation.
Check if the router has AP Isolation enabled. If it is active, devices on the same Wi-Fi network cannot communicate with each other, making it impossible for the phone to detect the TV. Also make sure that the TV settings allow Cast/Miracast reception.
⚠️ Attention: If you are using VPN The wireless transmission will not work on the phone, the LAN protocols are blocked by the tunnel. VPN. Turn it off. VPN pre-connection.
For diagnostics, you can try rebooting the router, as sometimes the Android TV network services freeze and stop responding to detection requests. Also helps reset network settings on the Samsung A50 via the Settings menu → General Settings → Reset.
What to do if the TV requires PIN-code?
Optimizing the quality of image and sound
Once connected successfully, it is important to adjust the output for maximum comfort. On the Samsung A50, you can select the aspect ratio in Smart View mode. If the picture on Xiaomi TV is stretched or cropped, change this setting in the broadcast menu to "Full screen" or "16:9".
Sound can also be transmitted with a delay, especially when using high-resolution codecs. In the Xiaomi TV sound settings, try switching output mode to PCM if audio and video are desynchronized. For the Samsung A50, it is important to disable Dolby Atmos in the audio settings if it creates conflicts when transmitted to an external device.
If you use your phone for games, turn on Do Not Disturb mode on the Galaxy A50 so that incoming notifications don’t block gameplay on the big screen. It’s also a good idea to close the background apps to free up RAM to encode the video stream.
💡
The quality of wireless broadcasting depends on the speed of the Wi-Fi router and the distance to it. For 4K content, it is recommended to use a 5 GHz network.