HMD Asha 305 Lite vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The HMD Asha 305 Lite (2026) runs on the Unisoc SC9832E, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $65 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 16/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 2500); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Asha 305 Lite doesn't; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is thinner (8.2mm vs 10.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Asha 305 Lite
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes HMD Asha 305 Lite better?
- Cheaper at launch: $65 vs $300
- Overall rating 16/100
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 2500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 31/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Asha 305 Lite vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 55 points higher (71/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 12/100). Value score: HMD Asha 305 Lite — 28/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 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 Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (84/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (80/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (45/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Asha 305 Lite | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9832E | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 8932 | |
| Display | 5.0" TFT | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 480x854 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2500 mAh | 9000 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 | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.0×71.5×10.2 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $65 | $300 |
Camera comparison
HMD Asha 305 Lite
- Main: 2MP
- Front: 2MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
HMD Asha 305 Lite
- 5.0" TFT
- Resolution: 480x854
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Asha 305 Lite
- 2500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $235. HMD Asha 305 Lite was $235 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (84/100 vs 31/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (80/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (45/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Asha 305 Lite or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite by 55 points (71/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Asha 305 Lite and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The HMD Asha 305 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Asha 305 Lite or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the HMD Asha 305 Lite over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.