This invention relates to
cathode active materials, methods for preparing the same, and
lithium secondary batteries comprising the same, wherein the
cathode active material comprises at least one secondary particle, the secondary particle comprising an aggregate of primary macroparticles. According to embodiments of the invention, a
cathode active material comprising secondary particles that simultaneously increase the average particle size D50 and
crystal size of the primary macroparticles, thereby improving resistivity, can be provided. According to embodiments of the invention, a cathode active material with high
crystal density can be provided. Therefore, by ensuring the movement path of
lithium ions and minimizing defects in the
crystal structure of the cathode active material,
nickel-based cathode active materials with improved lifetime and resistivity characteristics can be obtained.