HMD Asha 305 Lite vs Redmi K90
The HMD Asha 305 Lite (2026) runs on the Unisoc SC9832E, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $65 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 16/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 2500); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Asha 305 Lite doesn't; the Redmi K90 is thinner (8.0mm vs 10.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Asha 305 Lite
Redmi K90
What makes HMD Asha 305 Lite better?
- Cheaper at launch: $65 vs $401
- Overall rating 16/100
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 2500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 31/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Asha 305 Lite vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 60 points higher (76/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 12/100). Value score: HMD Asha 305 Lite — 28/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; 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 significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (82/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (55/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Asha 305 Lite | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9832E | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.0" TFT | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 480x854 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2500 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 2 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android (AOSP) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.0×71.5×10.2 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $65 | $401 |
Camera comparison
HMD Asha 305 Lite
- Main: 2MP
- Front: 2MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
HMD Asha 305 Lite
- 5.0" TFT
- Resolution: 480x854
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Asha 305 Lite
- 2500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $336. HMD Asha 305 Lite was $336 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (82/100 vs 31/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (72/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (55/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Asha 305 Lite or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite by 60 points (76/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Asha 305 Lite and the Redmi K90?
The HMD Asha 305 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Asha 305 Lite or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the HMD Asha 305 Lite over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.