Modern multimedia capabilities allow you to turn a regular laptop into the center of your home entertainment system. Broadcasting a laptop screen to a Xiaomi TV is an easy way to show a presentation to colleagues, run a movie from a browser on a large display or play a computer game using high-quality acoustics of the TV. Users often look for a versatile solution that would work without delay and complex setup.
Xiaomi owners can take advantage of the built-in Android TV or MIUI TV functionality that supports most modern wireless protocols. Wireless connectivity provides convenience, eliminating the need to pull long cables across the room. However, it is important to keep in mind the parameters of your network and operating system version to work smoothly.
In this guide, we’ll look at all the current connectivity methods, from native Windows and macOS to customized applications. You’ll learn how to set up Miracast, use Google’s technology, and apply wired options if Wi-Fi is unstable.
Preparation of equipment and Wi-Fi network
Before you start setting up, make sure your laptop and Xiaomi TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.This is a fundamental requirement for most wireless technologies, such as Miracast, DLNA and Chromecast. If the devices are on different subnets (for example, one on the guest network and the other on the main one), detection may not be possible.
Check the wireless connection speed. High-resolution 4K HDR video requires a stable channel with a bandwidth of at least 25-30 Mbps. If the router is far from the TV, the signal may be weak, leading to artifacts or interruption of the broadcast.
⚠️ Attention: Using 2.4 GHz may cause interference and delays due to bandwidth. 4K It is strongly recommended to switch the router and devices to a frequency of 5 GHz.
Also worth updating your TV software. Manufacturers regularly release patches that improve the stability of the Wi-Fi module and compatibility with external devices. Go to Settings → About TV → System Update and check for a new version of the software.
- 📡 Make sure both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network.
- 🚀 Check the Internet speed (minimum 30 Mbps for the 4K).
- 🔄 Update the firmware of the Xiaomi TV to the latest version.
- 🔌 Restart your router if the network is unstable.
Streaming from Windows 10 and 11 via Miracast
Windows 10 and 11 have built-in support for Miracast technology, which allows you to duplicate the screen without installing additional software. Xiaomi TVs based on Android TV natively support this protocol, often denoting it as a “Wireless monitor” or “Wireless Display”.
To start the process on the laptop keyboard, press the Win + K key combination. The system will start searching for available devices within range. Your Xiaomi TV should appear on the list. If the device is not found, check the Windows privacy settings, allowing the projector to be detected.
☑️ Checking before connecting Windows
Once you select a TV, you may see a request to confirm your connection. Use the Xiaomi remote to press "Allow". The desktop image will appear on the TV. In the Project menu (called via Win + P), you can choose to work: duplicate, expand the screen or use the TV as a second monitor.
- 💻 Press Win. + K for device search.
- 📺 Choose your Xiaomi TV list.
- ✅ Confirm the connection on the TV screen.
- ⚙️ Set up the display mode through Win + P.
It's important to note that when you use Miracast, the Wi-Fi module is loaded, and if you're streaming dynamic video or playing, you may have a slight input lag. For office tasks and photo viewing, this is not critical, but for shooters, other methods are better.
Google Chrome and Chromecast built-in
Xiaomi TVs have built-in Chromecast technology, which allows you to stream content from Google Chrome or the entire screen directly, a method that often works more consistently than Miracast, especially if the laptop is running macOS or Linux.
Open the Google Chrome browser on your laptop. Click on the three dots in the top right corner of the menu and select Translate. (Cast.) In the window that opens, select the source: tab, full screen or file. Then click on your TV icon.
⚠️ Note: When broadcasting "All screen" sound from the laptop may not be transmitted to the TV in some versions of Windows. To transfer audio, select the option "Translate tab" and open the video in the browser.
The advantage of Chrome is that it can stream individual tabs, so you can work with documents on your laptop while you're watching video on your TV, and the quality of the image is automatically adapted depending on the speed of the network.
- 🌐 Open the menu in Chrome (three dots).
- 📡 Select the "Translate" option".
- 🖥️ Specify the source: "Tab" or "All screen".
- 📺 Click on the name of your Xiaomi TV.
Connecting MacBook and devices to macOS
Apple users are faced with the fact that the AirPlay protocol does not always work natively on Android TVs. However, modern Xiaomi TVs often have built-in support for AirPlay 2. If your model does not support it out of the box, you will need to install a third-party application.
Check for AirPlay in your TV settings. Go to Apps → Settings → AirPlay. If you have an option, turn it on. On a MacBook, click on the Screen Replay icon in the control center and select the TV.
If native support is not available, install an AirPlay emulator app on your Xiaomi TV, such as AirScreen or AirPin from Google Play Store on TV. Once the app is running on your TV, the MacBook will see it as an output device.
| Method | Delay (Latency) | Quality. | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| AirPlay (Native) | Low. | High. | Low. |
| AirScreen (Annex) | Medium | Good. | Medium |
| HDMI Cable | Absent. | Perfect. | Low. |
| Miracast (via emulator) | Tall. | Average. | Tall. |
Wired connection via HDMI
If your wireless connection is not satisfied with quality or stability, HDMI-The method of transmitting a signal without compression, delays and artifacts is ideal for gaming and viewing. 3D-film.
You'll need a cable. HDMI (Version 2.0 or 2.1 is also recommended for support. 4K @ 60Hz) and possibly an adapter if your laptop doesn't have a full connector HDMI (for example, USB-C to HDMI). Connect the cable to your laptop and any free port HDMI back-screen.
On the Xiaomi remote, click the signal source selection button (usually the arrow square icon or the Input button). Select the appropriate port, such as HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 (ARC).
⚠️ Note: When connecting through HDMI Make sure you use quality cable. Cheap cables may not support higher resolution 1080p or cause the screen to flicker when transmitting HDR-content.
In the display settings on the laptop, you can adjust the resolution and refresh rate. For Xiaomi TVs, the optimal mode is 1920x1080 or 3840x2160 with a frequency of 60 Hz. You can also set up zoom here so that the text is not too small.
- 🔌 Connect the cable. HDMI laptop.
- 📺 Switch the signal source on the TV.
- ⚙️ Set up the resolution in the laptop system.
- 🔊 Check the audio output device (must be TV).
Solving problems and troubleshooting
Even with the right setup, there can be technical difficulties, and a common problem is desynchronizing audio and video, which is often treated by changing the buffering settings in the player or switching the frequency of the Wi-Fi channel on the router.
If the TV can't see the laptop, try restarting both devices.Sometimes the Android network stack TV It can freeze after a long time, and check if the router has a "Customer Isolation" setting. AP" (AP Isolation, which prevents devices on the same network from seeing each other.
If you have problems with Windows drivers, update your graphics card and network adapter drivers. Older versions of Wi-Fi drivers may not work properly with the new encryption standards used in Xiaomi routers.