HMD Asha 305 Lite vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The HMD Asha 305 Lite (2026) runs on the Unisoc SC9832E, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $65 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 16/100 (a 77-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 2500); the main camera is 2 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Asha 305 Lite doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Asha 305 Lite
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes HMD Asha 305 Lite better?
- Cheaper at launch: $65 vs $730
- Overall rating 16/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 2500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (90/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Asha 305 Lite vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 77 points higher (93/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 12/100). Value score: HMD Asha 305 Lite — 28/100, Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (95/100 vs 12/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Asha 305 Lite | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9832E | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.0" TFT | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 480x854 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 2500 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 2 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android (AOSP) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 147.0×71.5×10.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | — | — | |
| Launch price | $65 | $730 |
Camera comparison
HMD Asha 305 Lite
- Main: 2MP
- Front: 2MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
HMD Asha 305 Lite
- 5.0" TFT
- Resolution: 480x854
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Asha 305 Lite
- 2500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $665. HMD Asha 305 Lite was $665 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (91/100 vs 31/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (90/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (95/100 vs 12/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Asha 305 Lite or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite by 77 points (93/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Asha 305 Lite and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The HMD Asha 305 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Asha 305 Lite or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the HMD Asha 305 Lite over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.