Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 (MediaTek) (xiaomi-nikel)

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 (MediaTek)
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Manufacturer Xiaomi
Name Redmi Note 4 (MediaTek)
Codename xiaomi-nikel
Released CHANGE_ME
Type handset
Hardware
Chipset MediaTek Helio X20 (MT6797)
CPU Deca-core 2.1 GHz
GPU Mali-T880 MP4
Display IPS LCD, 1080x1920 5.5", 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
Storage 16/64 GB
Memory 2/3/4 GB
Architecture aarch64
Software
Original software Android (MIUI)
Original version 6 (MIUI 9)
postmarketOS
Category testing
Pre-built images no
This device is marked as not booting.


Contributors

Users owning this device

  • InfiniteCoder (Notes: Trying to get wifi working on downstream and use as a server)


How to enter flash mode

Bootloader Unlocking

Like other Xiaomi devices, the user will have to acquire the bootloader unlock key: https://en.miui.com/unlock

The device will not unlock if the device isn't 7 days old (from the time when your device connects to internet and powered on, and linked with Mi Account)

Recovery mode

  • Turn the device off (or restart also works)
  • Hold Volume Up and Power button
  • Once you feel vibration and phone turns on, release Power button
  • Keep holding Volume Up until you get to recovery.

Flashing (Download, Fastboot) mode

  • Same as recovery, but this time hold the Volume Down and Power keys.

BROM mode

  • Turn the device off (or restart also works)
  • Recommended to disconnect the battery
  • Hold Volume Down and Volume Up buttons
  • Connect USB. You might also need to press and hold Power

From there can be flashed with SP Flash Tool or mtkclient without even unlocking the bootloader

Installation

See also