Lava A50
$74
Overview
Lava A50 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 4-inch TFT, Unisoc T603 chipset, 5 main camera, and 1550 mAh battery.
Priced at $74, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Lava A50
The display of Lava A50 measures 4 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 480 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x800 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Lava A50 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of Lava A50 has 1550mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 54 min minutes.
The performance of Lava A50 is powered by the Unisoc T603 chipset with Mali-G57 MP1 950MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 120 single-core and 350 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 151010.
The memory of Lava A50 offers 4GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1.
The connectivity of Lava A50 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 2.1.
The build of Lava A50 weighs 186g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP52. Dimensions measure 123 x 63.4 x 9.7 mm.
The software of Lava A50 runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) with Android Go. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lava A50
Lava A50 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Lava A50 with Unisoc T603 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Lava A50 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Lava A50 has IP52 protection against dust and water.
Lava A50 has a 1550mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Lava A50 at $74 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Lava A50 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 54 min minutes.
Lava A50 is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Lava A50 has a 4-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 480 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Lava A50 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
4"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
Unisoc T603
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $70.58 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 123 x 63.4 x 9.7 mm |
| Weight (g) | 186 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black + Silver"] |
| IP Rating | IP52 |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | N/A |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 4 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x800 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 180:403 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 267 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 84 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 480 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 200 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Unisoc T603 |
| CPU | 2x Cortex-A75 1.8GHz + 6x Cortex-A55 1.6GHz |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MP1 950MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Unisoc T603 ISP |
| Modem | HSPA |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 120 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 350 |
| AnTuTu Score | 151010 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | Unknow, 3.2mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.2 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 0.8 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | N/A |
| Video Stabilization | N/A |
| Night Mode Features | N/A |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | Software |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 2.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Side-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | N/A |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1550 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 54 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | 500 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Android Go |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | N/A |
| Privacy Features | N/A |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!