Lava A72
$150
Overview
Lava A72 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 665 chipset, 5 main camera, and 2500 mAh battery.
Priced at $150, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Lava A72
The display of Lava A72 measures 5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 480 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Lava A72 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Lava A72 has 2500mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Lava A72 is powered by the Snapdragon 665 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 610 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 250 single-core and 1200 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 171000.
The memory of Lava A72 offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.1.
The connectivity of Lava A72 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Lava A72 weighs 192g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 145.5 x 72 x 8.5 mm.
The software of Lava A72 runs Android 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow) with ColorOS. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lava A72
Lava A72 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Lava A72 with Snapdragon 665 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Lava A72 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Lava A72 has a 2500mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Lava A72 at $150 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Lava A72 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Lava A72 is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Lava A72 has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 480 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Lava A72 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
5"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
Snapdragon 665
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 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 | 4G LTE |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $235.18 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 145.5 x 72 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 192 |
| Build Materials | Glass |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Twilight Black", "Stream White", "Sky Blue", "Aurora Purple"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 405 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 480 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 665 |
| CPU | 4x Kryo 260 2.0 GHz + 4x Kryo 260 1.8 GHz, Octa-Core, 11 nm |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 610 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X5 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 250 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1200 |
| AnTuTu Score | 171000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.0" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/1.7, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8µm |
| Ultrawide | 8MP |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 2.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | Screen flash |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | Software-based |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, MP3 |
| DAC/Amp | Basic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| 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 | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2500 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | ColorOS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard Android |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, charger, USB cable, user 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!