How to increase the volume on the Xiaomi phone: all the ways from standard to hidden

The weak sound on Xiaomi is one of the most common problems faced by users of the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 11 and other models. Even at maximum volume, the speakers can sound quieter than competitors like Samsung or iPhone, the reasons are rooted in the limitations of MIUI firmware, hardware features or incorrect settings.

In this article, we’ll look at 10 proven ways to turn up the volume on Xiaomi, from basic settings to hidden menu features to modifications to system files. You’ll learn how to amplify the sound in speakers, headphones and on calls, and the risks of informal methods. All instructions are relevant for MIUI 14/15 and new versions of HyperOS (2026).

1. Checking basic sound settings

Before you resort to radical measures, make sure that the problem is not in the standard settings. Often users accidentally turn down the volume of individual applications or activate modes that limit the sound.

Open the Settings → Sound and vibration and check:

• 🔊 Total volume – move the slider to maximum for media, calls and alarms.
• 🎵 Equalizer – some presets (such as “Voice” or “Classic”) artificially lower the volume of high frequencies. Try Rock or User mode with a rise of 5-7 dB in the range 100-500 Hz.
• 🚫 Do not disturb – turn off this mode if it is active (the crescent icon in the notification panel).
• 📱 Adaptive sound – in some firmware, this feature automatically lowers the volume in noisy places.

Also look at the settings of specific applications. For example, YouTube or Spotify may have a separate volume control that resets after updates. In messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram), check the volume of notifications in their internal settings.

Cleaning of speakers from dust and debris

Physical pollution is a common cause of low volume: Dust, fabric fibers or moisture can block the sound holes, especially in models with narrow speaker grilles (for example, Xiaomi 13 Lite or Redmi Note 11 Pro).

How to clean the speakers without risk of damage:

• 🧹 Soft brush -- use a paint brush or a soft bristle toothbrush. Carefully run the speaker along the grille without pressing.
• 💨 Pressure air canister - hold it vertically 5-7 cm from the hole. Do not tilt the balloon to avoid liquid intrusion!
• 🎵 Sound test – after cleaning, check the speakers using the AudioCheck service (play back the test frequencies of 100-500 Hz).

⚠️ Warning: Never use sharp objects (needles, toothpicks) to clean speakers! This can damage the membrane or mesh. Also avoid wet wipes - liquid when ingested causes contact corrosion.

If the sound has not improved after cleaning, the problem may be a hardware malfunction (detachment of the membrane, oxidation of contacts), in which case only the service center will help. For diagnosis, use the speaker test in the engineering menu (see section 4).

3. Use of uniform distribution of sound (Dolby Atmos)

Xiaomi smartphones on Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets (e.g. POCO F5, Redmi K60) support Dolby Atmos technology, which can artificially increase volume by optimizing the sound profile. Redmi 10C

How to turn on Dolby Atmos:

1. Go to Settings → Sound and vibration → Even distribution of sound.
2. Select a “Cinema” or “Music” profile – they amplify the bass frequencies, which subjectively increases the volume.
3. Activate the Adaptive Sound option (if available) – it dynamically adjusts the volume depending on the ambient noise.

For models without Dolby Atmos (like those on MediaTek Helio chips), an alternative is the Equalizer FX app from Google Play, which allows you to manually configure the equalizer for all applications:

• 🎛️ Install a Bass Boost preset or create your own with a 6–8 dB rise in the 60–250 Hz range.
• 🔊 Enable the option "Loudness above 100%" (if available).

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If after turning on Dolby Atmos, the sound began to distort (wheezing, crackling), lower the bass level in the equalizer settings or select the Voice profile for conversations.

4. Engineering menu: hidden volume settings

MIUI firmware hides some of the sound parameters in the engineering menu, which can be accessed through secret code or third-party applications. Careful: the wrong changes in the engineering menu can lead to a malfunction of the sound or complete failure of the speakers!

Method 1: Code (works on most models):

1. Open the Phone app and enter the code: ##36446337##
2. Select Hardware Testing → Audio → LoudSpeaker Mode.
3. In Max Vol, increase the values for: Media (music, video) to 150-160; Ring (calls) to 140-150; Voice Call (talk speaker) to 120-130.

Save the settings and restart the phone.

Method 2: Through the MTK Engineering Mode application (for MediaTek chips):

• 📱 Install the app from Google Play (for example, this is the).
• 🔧 Go to Hardware Testing → Audio → Normal Mode.
• 🔊 Increase Speaker Gain and Headset Gain by 5-10 units (maximum 255, but not more than 200).

⚠️ Warning: Exceeding the volume in the engineering menu by more than 20% of the standard can lead to distortion of the sound or overheating of the speakers. If after the changes there is a wheezing or crackling, return the settings to the factory.

Turn up the volume in stages (+10 units at a time)|Check the sound after each change |Do not exceed 160 for Media and 140 for Ring|Reset the settings when distorted-->

5 Modification of system files (for advanced)

If standard methods don't work, you can change the system files that control volume, which requires an unlocked bootloader and root rights, as well as backup data.

Instructions for firmware based on Android 12/13:

1. Install Magisk and get root rights (the instructions for Xiaomi are here).
2. Using a root-access file manager (such as Solid Explorer) go down the path: /vendor/etc/ Find the file. mixer_paths_tasha.xml (or similar to your model).
3. Open the file in the text editor and find the lines: <path name="speaker"> <ctl name="RX1 Digital Volume" value="84" /> <ctl name="RX2 Digital Volume" value="84" /> Increase the value to 90–95 (no more than 100!).
4. Save the file, restart the phone and check the volume.

To simplify the process, you can use ready-made Magisk modules, for example:

• 🔊 ViPER4Android FX — allows you to fine-tune the sound, including increasing the volume.
• 🎛️ Audio Modification Library – Increases volume limits for speakers and headphones.

Install them through Magisk Manager and configure them according to the module instructions.

⚠️ Warning: Changing system files may cause firmware failure or loss of warranty.Before modifying, back up via TWRP Mi Flash Tool on some models (Xiaomi) 12S Ultra, POCO F4 GT) After such changes, an antirollback can trigger, blocking the device.

External sound amplifiers and accessories

If software methods fail, consider hardware solutions, especially for older models (Redmi 5, Mi A2), where speakers are physically unable to produce loud sound.

Top.-3 sound-enhancement:

You can use aptX or LDAC Bluetooth headset for calls (such as the Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro). These provide a clearer and louder sound than the built-in speaker. If the problem is only with the speaker, check it for contamination or damage to the grid, which is a common cause of quiet sound during calls.

7. Resetting the sound settings to factory

If you've had distortions, wheezing, or no sound after you've done your sound experiments, you can bring the settings back to factory settings, and this will help in case of software failures after you've updated your MIUI.

How to reset the sound settings:

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
2. Select "Resetting Sound Settings" (not to be confused with a full reset!).
3. Confirm the action and restart the phone.

If there is no audio reset option, perform a full reset via Settings → Additional → Restore and Reset → Settings Reset. Attention: This will delete all data from the phone, so pre-reverse via Mi Cloud or Google Drive.

After reset, check the volume in Safe Mode (press the power button → Safe Mode). If the sound has become normal, the problem was in the application conflict.

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Resetting the sound settings does not delete personal data, but returns to the factory settings of the equalizer, Dolby Atmos and volume limits.

FAQ: Frequent questions about volume on Xiaomi