This page lists the latest official firmware for the Redmi A5 / A7 / POCO C71 / C81x (codename serenity) in 5 regions: Global, EEA (Europe), India, Indonesia, Russia. Every file links to Xiaomi’s own update servers and is checked against Xiaomi’s MD5 checksum.
- Codename
serenity - Newest stable build A15.0.33.0.VGWMIXM (Global, Oct 30, 2026)
- OS MIUI weekly, Android 15
- Software support Security updates until April 2029 (Xiaomi)
- Last checked Nov 8, 2026 22:37
Redmi A5 / A7 / POCO C71 / C81x Firmware Downloads
Redmi A5 / A7 / POCO C71 / C81x Global ROM
| Version | Type | Branch | Size | Released | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A15.0.33.0.VGWMIXM MIUI weekly · Android 15 |
Recovery ROM (.zip) | Stable | 3.1 GB | Oct 30, 2026 | Download |
| A15.0.33.0.VGWMIXM MIUI weekly · Android 15 |
Fastboot ROM (.tgz) | Stable | 5.0 GB | Oct 22, 2026 | Download |
| A15.0.1.0.VGWMIXM MIUI weekly · Android 15 |
Recovery ROM (.zip) | Pilot (staged rollout) | 2.9 GB | Apr 2, 2025 | Download |
Redmi A5 / A7 / POCO C71 / C81x EEA (Europe) ROM
| Version | Type | Branch | Size | Released | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A15.0.18.0.VGWEUXM MIUI weekly · Android 15 |
Recovery ROM (.zip) | Stable | 3.2 GB | Oct 21, 2026 | Download |
| A15.0.18.0.VGWEUXM MIUI weekly · Android 15 |
Fastboot ROM (.tgz) | Stable | 4.2 GB | Oct 13, 2026 | Download |
Redmi A5 / A7 / POCO C71 / C81x India ROM
| Version | Type | Branch | Size | Released | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A15.0.21.0.VGWINXM MIUI weekly · Android 15 |
Recovery ROM (.zip) | Stable | 3.1 GB | Oct 22, 2026 | Download |
| A15.0.21.0.VGWINXM MIUI weekly · Android 15 |
Fastboot ROM (.tgz) | Stable | 3.7 GB | Oct 14, 2026 | Download |
| A15.0.4.0.VGWINXM MIUI weekly · Android 15 |
Recovery ROM (.zip) | Pilot (staged rollout) | 2.9 GB | May 8, 2025 | Download |
Redmi A5 / A7 / POCO C71 / C81x Indonesia ROM
| Version | Type | Branch | Size | Released | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A15.0.13.0.VGWIDXM MIUI weekly · Android 15 |
Recovery ROM (.zip) | Stable | 3.1 GB | Oct 28, 2026 | Download |
| A15.0.13.0.VGWIDXM MIUI weekly · Android 15 |
Fastboot ROM (.tgz) | Stable | 4.1 GB | Oct 14, 2026 | Download |
Redmi A5 / A7 / POCO C71 / C81x Russia ROM
| Version | Type | Branch | Size | Released | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A15.0.17.0.VGWRUXM MIUI weekly · Android 15 |
Recovery ROM (.zip) | Stable | 3.1 GB | Oct 22, 2026 | Download |
| A15.0.17.0.VGWRUXM MIUI weekly · Android 15 |
Fastboot ROM (.tgz) | Stable | 3.9 GB | Oct 14, 2026 | Download |
Firmware data: official Xiaomi servers, tracked by XiaomiFirmwareUpdater.
Which ROM Does My Redmi A5 / A7 / POCO C71 / C81x Need?
Open Settings → About phone and look at the OS version. The two letters before XM at the end show your region:
| Region | Ends with | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Global | MIXM |
A15.0.33.0.VGWMIXM |
| EEA (Europe) | EUXM |
A15.0.18.0.VGWEUXM |
| India | INXM |
A15.0.21.0.VGWINXM |
| Indonesia | IDXM |
A15.0.13.0.VGWIDXM |
| Russia | RUXM |
A15.0.17.0.VGWRUXM |
Install a ROM of the same region your phone already runs. A different region needs an unlocked bootloader and a Fastboot ROM.
How to Install Redmi A5 / A7 / POCO C71 / C81x Firmware
Recovery ROM (no PC, keeps your data)
- Download the Recovery ROM (
.zip) for your region and move it to the root of the internal storage. - Open Settings → About phone, tap the OS version card, then the three dots → Choose update package.
- Select the ZIP and wait until the phone installs it and reboots.
Fastboot ROM (PC, clean install)
- Unlock the bootloader first: HyperOS bootloader unlock guide.
- Install ADB, Fastboot and USB drivers and Mi Flash Tool.
- Extract the
.tgzwith 7-Zip, boot the phone into Fastboot (Power + Volume Down) and check the codename withfastboot getvar product: it must sayserenity. - Select the ROM folder in Mi Flash, choose Clean all and click Flash.
Warning: never use Clean all and lock with a ROM from a different region or with any modified software. Re-locking a mismatched phone makes it unbootable.
FAQ
What is the latest firmware for the Redmi A5 / A7 / POCO C71 / C81x?
- Global: A15.0.33.0.VGWMIXM (Stable, Oct 30, 2026)
- EEA (Europe): A15.0.18.0.VGWEUXM (Stable, Oct 21, 2026)
- India: A15.0.21.0.VGWINXM (Stable, Oct 22, 2026)
- Indonesia: A15.0.13.0.VGWIDXM (Stable, Oct 28, 2026)
- Russia: A15.0.17.0.VGWRUXM (Stable, Oct 22, 2026)
How long will the Redmi A5 / A7 / POCO C71 / C81x get updates?
According to Xiaomi’s official support list, the Redmi A5 / A7 / POCO C71 / C81x (listed as “REDMI A5”) receives security updates until April 2029, counting from its launch in May 2025. Major HyperOS and Android upgrades usually stop earlier than security patches. Source: Xiaomi Security Center.
Are these files official?
Yes. Every download goes straight to Xiaomi’s servers (bigota.d.miui.com or Xiaomi’s Aliyun storage). We don’t host or modify the files. Compare the MD5 shown on the download page after downloading.
Recovery or Fastboot ROM: which one should I download?
Use the Recovery ROM to update without a PC and keep your data. Use the Fastboot ROM with Mi Flash to fix a bootloop, change region or do a clean install. It needs an unlocked bootloader and erases the phone.