Redmi K90 Max vs ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max (2026) and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 7/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite doesn't; the ZTE Blade A52 Lite is noticeably lighter (188g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 188g vs 227g
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the ZTE Blade A52 Lite, the Redmi K90 Max scores 60 points higher (67/100 vs 7/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (77/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (65/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | ZTE Blade A52 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 (Go edition) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $504 | — |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (82/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (77/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (65/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite by 60 points (67/100 vs 7/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite — 7/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.