Redmi K90 vs ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Comparing the Redmi K90 (2025) and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 7/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite doesn't; the ZTE Blade A52 Lite is noticeably lighter (188g vs 206g).
Redmi K90
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 188g vs 206g
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the ZTE Blade A52 Lite, the Redmi K90 scores 61 points higher (68/100 vs 7/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (71/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (65/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | ZTE Blade A52 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3088357 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 (Go edition) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $401 | — |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90
- 7100 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 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (69/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (53/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (71/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (65/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite by 61 points (68/100 vs 7/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite — 7/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.