HMD Asha 305 Lite vs Redmi K90 Max
The HMD Asha 305 Lite (2026) runs on the Unisoc SC9832E, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $65 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 16/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 2500); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Asha 305 Lite doesn't; the Redmi K90 Max is thinner (8.1mm vs 10.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Asha 305 Lite
Redmi K90 Max
What makes HMD Asha 305 Lite better?
- Cheaper at launch: $65 vs $504
- Overall rating 16/100
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 2500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 31/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Asha 305 Lite vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 59 points higher (75/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 12/100). Value score: HMD Asha 305 Lite — 28/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; 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 K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (94/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (41/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Asha 305 Lite | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9832E | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.0" TFT | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 480x854 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 2500 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 2 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android (AOSP) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 147.0×71.5×10.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $65 | $504 |
Camera comparison
HMD Asha 305 Lite
- Main: 2MP
- Front: 2MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
HMD Asha 305 Lite
- 5.0" TFT
- Resolution: 480x854
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Asha 305 Lite
- 2500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $439. HMD Asha 305 Lite was $439 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (94/100 vs 31/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (78/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (41/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Asha 305 Lite or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite by 59 points (75/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Asha 305 Lite and the Redmi K90 Max?
The HMD Asha 305 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Asha 305 Lite or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the HMD Asha 305 Lite over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.