itel has expanded its A90 Limited Edition lineup in India by introducing a 128 GB storage variant, addressing a common pain point for budget-focused smartphone buyers: insufficient storage. This new model maintains the rugged, durable build of the A90 Limited Edition while significantly bumping up internal space.
Priced at ₹7,299, the 128 GB version is positioned as a high-storage, yet affordable option for users who need more room for apps, photos, and media. It’s available across major retail stores in the country in three color options: Space Titanium, Starlit Black, and Aurora Blue.
Design & Durability
Durability is a major selling point for this phone. The A90 Limited Edition is MIL-STD-810H certified, making it one of the most rugged phones in its price band. In addition, it follows itel’s 3P promise — protection against dust, water, and drops — backed by an IP54 rating.
The design carries forward the “Max” styling from the A90 series, with a bold camera grid on the back. On the front, the phone sports a 6.6-inch HD+ IPS display, which supports a 90 Hz refresh rate, making UI interactions and scrolling feel smoother.
A distinctive UI touch is the Dynamic Bar, a persistent bar overlay that allows quick access to notifications, battery status, and call info without unlocking the device.
Performance & Software
Under the hood, the 128 GB variant is powered by the Unisoc T7100 octa-core processor (12 nm) running at up to 2.2 GHz. It comes with 12 GB of “RAM”, but that’s split as 4 GB physical + 8 GB virtual, which helps with multitasking without bumping up the cost too much.
It runs on Android 14 Go Edition, a lightweight version of Android that’s optimized for low- to mid-range devices. Additionally, itel’s Aivana 2.0 AI voice assistant is integrated, which can help with tasks like reading documents, interpreting images, placing calls via WhatsApp, and more.
Camera & Multimedia
- Rear Camera: 13 MP shooter with LED flash, enhanced by “advanced image processing.”
- Front Camera: 8 MP, good enough for selfies and video calls.
- A neat feature: a sliding zoom button that makes one-handed zooming easier and more intuitive.
- Audio: Dual benefit from a 3.5 mm headphone jack and DTS-enhanced sound for richer playback.
Memory & Storage
As mentioned, this variant comes with 128 GB of internal storage, which is a big jump from the earlier 64 GB versions. If that’s not enough, you can expand further via a microSD card (up to 2 TB).
The “12 GB RAM” is actually a mix of physical and virtual memory, which helps improve multitasking and app switching without significantly increasing cost.
Connectivity & Other Features
- Dual Nano-SIM slot + a dedicated microSD card slot.
- Supports Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5, GPS, GLONASS, and Beidou.
- Side-mounted fingerprint scanner + Face Unlock for authentication.
- USB Type-C port for charging/data.
- Sensors: G-sensor, likely others common in smartphones.
Battery & Charging
The itel A90 Limited Edition packs a 5,000 mAh battery. It supports 15 W fast charging, but interestingly, the bundled adapter in the box is 10 W.
The itel A90 Limited Edition (128 GB) is a smart move by itel: it delivers great storage and ruggedness at an incredibly budget-friendly price. At ₹7,299, it’s one of the best picks for users who want a dependable, no-frills smartphone that can handle drops and daily use without breaking the bank.
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