How to Fix Xiaomi Phone Screen Flickering or Flashing
Fix xiaomi screen flickering and redmi display flashing. Solve poco screen blink and hyperos display flicker with xiaomi adaptive refresh rate.
Screen flickering on Xiaomi phones can range from a minor annoyance to a sign of a serious display issue. Here's how to diagnose and resolve it.
Common Causes
- Auto-brightness or adaptive refresh rate conflict
- Software bug after a HyperOS update
- Third-party app with display overlay permission
- Hardware damage (loose display connector)
Fix 1: Disable Auto-Brightness Temporarily
Go to Settings > Display > Brightness and turn off Adaptive Brightness. Manual brightness control eliminates one common flicker trigger.
Fix 2: Set a Fixed Refresh Rate
Go to Settings > Display > Refresh Rate and switch from Auto to 60 Hz (or 120 Hz fixed). Some Xiaomi phones flicker when the LTPO display is rapidly switching between refresh rates.
Fix 3: Disable DC Dimming / Night Mode
Settings → Display → DC Dimming (if available) — toggle off. Some users report flickering at low brightness with DC dimming enabled.
Fix 4: Check Display Overlay Apps
Go to Settings > Apps > Manage Apps → tap the ⚙️ menu → Special app access → Display over other apps. Revoke permission from any suspicious or unknown apps.
Fix 5: Boot in Safe Mode
Hold Power → long-press "Power off" → tap Safe Mode. If flickering stops in Safe Mode, a third-party app is causing it. Uninstall recently installed apps.
Fix 6: Update HyperOS
Flickering issues are often addressed in firmware patches. Go to Settings > About Phone > System Update.
Fix 7: Service Center
If flickering persists in Safe Mode and after a factory reset, the display panel or connector is likely physically damaged. Repair is required.
