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The Redmi A3 (codename "blue") is Xiaomi's stylish entry-level device powered by the MediaTek Helio G36 processor. It runs on Android 14 (Go Edition) with the lightweight HyperOS interface. Flashing these official Fastboot ROMs is the standard method to unbrick the device, fix bootloops, or manually update the system.
CRITICAL WARNING: DEVICE VARIANT 
Please verify your device model carefully before flashing:
Below are the technical specifications for the "blue" firmware.
Select the file that corresponds to your target region. All files below are Android 14 (HyperOS 1.0).
Note: Official Global (MI) Fastboot ROM.
Note: Official India (IN) Fastboot ROM.
Note: Official EEA (Europe - EU) Fastboot ROM.
Note: Official Indonesia (ID) Fastboot ROM.
Note: Official Russia (RU) Fastboot ROM.
These firmware files are flashed using the Mi Flash Tool. This will erase all your data.
Disclaimer: This process is performed at your own risk. We are not responsible for any data loss, bricked devices, or damage. Please ensure your device codename is blue (Redmi A3). If you have any problems, please drop a comment on the thread.
Please verify your device model carefully before flashing:
- Codename Match: This firmware is ONLY for the Redmi A3 (codename "blue").
- Wrong Device Risk: Do NOT flash this on the older Redmi A1/A2 ("ice"/"water") or the Pro variants (e.g., Redmi A3 Pro "lake"). Flashing the wrong file will hard-brick the device.
- Region Lock Risk: Be careful when cross-flashing regions (e.g., flashing Global ROM on a Russia device). If you do so, you MUST NOT lock the bootloader. Selecting "Clean all and lock" on a cross-region flash will BRICK the phone.
Redmi A3 (blue) Firmware Details
Below are the technical specifications for the "blue" firmware.| Device Name: | Redmi A3 |
| Codename: | blue |
| Chipset: | MediaTek Helio G36 |
| Android Version: | 14 Go (HyperOS 1.0) |
| Build ID Prefix: | UGR (e.g., UGRMIXM) |
| File Type: | Fastboot ROM (.tgz) |
| Flashing Tool: | Mi Flash Tool |
Download Official Firmware for Redmi A3 (blue)
Select the file that corresponds to your target region. All files below are Android 14 (HyperOS 1.0).Note: Official Global (MI) Fastboot ROM.
- Filename: blue_global_images_V816.0.4.0.UGRMIXM_20240312.0000.00_14.0_d53ed3c01a.tgz
- Size: 2.68GB
- Build Date: 2024-03-12
- Build Version: V816.0.4.0.UGRMIXM
- Android Version: 14.0
- Download Link: Download from Xiaomi Server
Note: Official India (IN) Fastboot ROM.
- Filename: blue_in_global_images_V816.0.4.0.UGRINXM_20240314.0000.00_14.0_99d744c261.tgz
- Size: 2.28GB
- Build Date: 2024-03-14
- Build Version: V816.0.4.0.UGRINXM
- Android Version: 14.0
- Download Link: Download from Xiaomi Server
Note: Official EEA (Europe - EU) Fastboot ROM.
- Filename: blue_eea_global_images_V816.0.4.0.UGREUXM_20240227.0000.00_14.0_75f899ce1d.tgz
- Size: 2.76GB
- Build Date: 2024-02-27
- Build Version: V816.0.4.0.UGREUXM
- Android Version: 14.0
- Download Link: Download from Xiaomi Server
Note: Official Indonesia (ID) Fastboot ROM.
- Filename: blue_id_global_images_V816.0.4.0.UGRIDXM_20240314.0000.00_14.0_53ee2305d6.tgz
- Size: 2.63GB
- Build Date: 2024-03-14
- Build Version: V816.0.4.0.UGRIDXM
- Android Version: 14.0
- Download Link: Download from Xiaomi Server
Note: Official Russia (RU) Fastboot ROM.
- Filename: blue_ru_global_images_V816.0.6.0.UGRRUXM_20240222.0000.00_14.0_158e2e33be.tgz
- Size: 2.40GB
- Build Date: 2024-02-22
- Build Version: V816.0.6.0.UGRRUXM
- Android Version: 14.0
- Download Link: Download from Xiaomi Server
The Requirements
- PC/Tools: A Windows PC.
- Bootloader: An unlocked bootloader on your Redmi A3.
- Cable: A reliable USB-C cable.
- Backup: A full backup of your data (Flashing will wipe internal storage).
- Software: Xiaomi MI Flash Tool installed on your PC.
- Drivers: MediaTek (MTK) USB drivers installed.
How to Flash the Firmware
These firmware files are flashed using the Mi Flash Tool. This will erase all your data.Method 1: Flashing Fastboot ROM (.tgz)
- Step 1: Download your chosen
firmware file and extract it to a simple folder on your PC (e.g.,Code:
.tgz). Do not use a folder path with spaces.Code:C:\blue_rom - Step 2: Download, extract, and run MiFlash.exe as an administrator.
- Step 3: Power off your phone completely. Boot into Fastboot Mode by pressing and holding the Power + Volume Down buttons until the fastboot logo appears.
- Step 4: Connect your phone to the PC via USB. Click the "Refresh" button in Mi Flash Tool to detect the device.
- Step 5: Click "Select" and navigate to the extracted firmware folder (the folder containing the
folder).Code:
images - Step 6 (CRITICAL): At the bottom of the tool, select "Clean all".
- WARNING: Do NOT select "Clean all and lock" if you are cross-flashing regions. This will BRICK your phone.
- Step 7: Click "Flash" to begin. The process may take several minutes.