Many Xiaomi owners are struggling with low volume speakers, especially Mi TVs and MIUI smartphones. The manufacturer artificially limits the maximum sound level for some regions due to local regulations. But there is a legal way to get around this limitation: changing the region of the device to one where the volume limits are higher.
This method works because Xiaomi adapts firmware to different markets, such as India or Europe, which can be 20-30% louder than Russia or China, and in this article we will discuss how to safely change the region on your TV and smartphone, what nuances to consider, and what to do if something goes wrong.
⚠️ Important: Changes in region can affect the availability of certain services (e.g. Google Play or Mi Account) and all manipulations are carried out at your own risk.
Why does Xiaomi limit volume by region?
The manufacturer adheres to different sound standards depending on the market, and some countries have strict maximum volume regulations to protect hearing (e.g., the EU directive EN 50332-2). In other regions, such as India or Brazil, the restrictions are milder, so the firmware for these countries allows you to squeeze more out of the speakers.
In practice, this means that the same Xiaomi Mi TV Q2 55" will sound quieter in Russia than in India - even if the hardware is identical.
- 📜 Local laws: The EU and China have maximum sound standards (usually up to 85 dB).
- 🔊 Hardware Limits: In some models, speakers are physically unable to produce sound louder than a certain threshold without distortion.
- 🛡️ Warranty protection: Xiaomi lowers volume to reduce the number of calls about “burnt” speakers.
- 🌍 Marketing strategies: In some regions, volume is artificially lowered to push buyers to more expensive models.
The region change bypasses software limitations but does not affect the physical capabilities of the speakers. If your Redmi Note 12 or Mi TV A2 already sounds quiet, there may be a hardware problem, such as dust on the speakers or wear of membranes.
⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g. Mi) TV P1 2023) after the change of region may disappear support Dolby Atmos or DTS:X. Check this before starting the procedure.
Which regions give maximum volume?
Not all regions are equally useful for magnifying sound, according to enthusiasts and testers at the 4PDA and XDA Developers forums, the best options for maximum volume are:
| Region | Volume up. | Suitable for | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| India (IN) | +25-30% | Televisions, smartphones | Russian subtitles may disappear in Mi Video |
| Brazil (BR) | +20% | Televisions | No support for Google Assistant in Portuguese |
| Indonesia (ID) | +15% | Smartphones | Limited access to some MIUI topics |
| Hong Kong (HK) | +10% | Smartphones, tablets | No Russian language in system applications |
For Xiaomi TVs, India is the best choice. On smartphones, it is better to test Indonesia or Hong Kong, as there are fewer side effects. Before changing the region, check if your model supports the desired interface language - some firmware can be "reset" in English.
How to change region on Xiaomi TV (Mi TV, Redmi TV)
On TVs, the procedure is simpler than on smartphones, but requires care. You'll need a remote control and a stable Internet connection.
- Open Settings → Account and Security → Region.
- Choose India from the list. If you don't have India, move on to the next step.
- If the desired region is missing, reset settings: Settings → System → Reset → Reset all settings (without deleting data) After the reboot, try again.
- After changing the region, go to Settings → Sound → Additional → Equalizer and turn on the Home Theater mode.
Make sure the TV is connected to Wi-Fi
The charge of the remote control is at least 50%
Remember the current sound settings (photo on the phone)
Disable the function "Auto-Update"-->
⚠️ Attention: On Mi TVs TV Q1E and Q2E After the change of the region, support may disappear HDMI eARC. If you use the sound bar through HDMI, Check compatibility in advance.
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If the region changes, the sound becomes hoarse at high volume, lower the level of bass in the equalizer by 2-3 divisions, which will reduce distortion.
Changing the region on Xiaomi smartphones (MIUI 14/15)
On smartphones, the process is more complicated because of the region's association with your Mi Account.
- Go to Settings → My Device → All specs and click on the MIUI version 7 times to activate the developer mode.
- Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable “OEM Unlock”.
- Install the Mi Region Changer app (available on 4PDA or XDA).
- In the app, select Indonesia (ID) or Hong Kong (HK) and confirm the change.
- Reboot the device. After turning on, check the volume in Settings → Sound → Media Volume.
What if the Mi Region Changer is not working?
⚠️ Note: On smartphones with MIUI 15 (such as Xiaomi 14 or Redmi) K70) Changing the region can block access to Google Pay and banking applications. → Memory. → Backup.
What if the sound doesn’t get louder?
If the volume has not changed after the change of the region, check the following points:
- 🔍 Region correctness: Make sure you choose India (for TVs) or Indonesia (for smartphones).Some firmware ignores the changes if the region is not supported by the model.
- 🔄 Cash Systems: Clear the cache in Settings → Annexes → Application management → Three points. → Clear the cache.
- 📱 Update: Check for updates in Settings → The phone. → System updates. Sometimes the volume limits the old firmware.
- 🔊 Hardware restrictions: On cheap models (e.g. Redmi) A2 or Mi TV A Horizon speakers are not physically able to produce sound louder.
If nothing helps, try alternative methods:
- Use the equalizer (the Wavelet app from Google Play).
- Connect the external sound bar via Bluetooth or HDMI ARC.
- Activate the "Hearphones" mode in the sound settings - sometimes it gives +5-10% volume.
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If the region changes, you'll have a quieter sound, return the original region and reset the settings, which may be due to firmware incompatibility.
Risks and Side Effects of Changing Regions
Although it works on most devices, it's not without its flaws. Here's what can go wrong:
- 🚫 Blocking Services: Google Play, YouTube and other services are not available in some regions (e.g. China.
- 🔄 Automatic Update: The device can “fly” to Chinese firmware if auto-update is enabled.
- 📵 Network problems: On smartphones can disappear stripes 4G/5G due to different frequency ranges.
- 🔊 Sound distortions: Wheezing can appear at maximum volume - especially on budget models.
How do you get the original region back?
⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with Google TV (Like Mi. TV Q2 2026: Change of region could lead to loss of Netflix and Disney licenses+. Before the procedure, check whether the selected region supports the desired streaming services.
Alternative ways to increase volume on Xiaomi
If the change of region does not work or does not work, try these methods:
- 🎛️ Engineering Mode (for smartphones): Enter in the phone dialer ##4636##. Choose Hardware Testing → Audio → LoudSpeaker Mode. Increase the value of Max Vol to 160 (default — 140-150).
Amplifier applications:
Volume Booster
Equalizer FX
Modified firmware:
XDA Developers
Pixel Experience
Redmi Note 11
External amplifiers:
Bluetooth subwoofer
Xiaomi Mi Soundbar
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On Xiaomi TVs with Android TV, you can install the SoundAssistant app from APKMirror, which allows you to fine-tune the equalizer and increase the volume above the system limits.
On some models (e.g. Mi TV A32), the balance of sound between the left and right speakers may be lost after using Engineering Mode. To fix this, reset the sound settings to the factory.