Lava Bold
$220
Overview
Lava Bold is a budget Android smartphone released in 2025 with a 6.67-inch AMOLED, Dimensity 6300 chipset, 64 main camera, and 5000 mAh battery.
Priced at $220, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Lava Bold
The display of Lava Bold measures 6.67 inches with AMOLED technology and 120Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 800 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2400 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Lava Bold features 2 rear cameras: 64 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Lava Bold has 5000mAh capacity with 33 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 85 min minutes.
The performance of Lava Bold is powered by the Dimensity 6300 chipset with Mali-G57 MC2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 700 single-core and 2000 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 450000.
The memory of Lava Bold offers 8GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM.
The connectivity of Lava Bold includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, and Bluetooth 5.2.
The build of Lava Bold weighs 183.0g with Plastic frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP64. Dimensions measure 162.4 x 73.9 x 8.5 mm.
The software of Lava Bold runs Android 14, planned upgrade to Android 15 with Stock Android. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lava Bold
Yes, Lava Bold is good for photography with its 64 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.
Lava Bold with Dimensity 6300 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Lava Bold receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Lava Bold supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Lava Bold has IP64 protection against dust and water.
Lava Bold has a 5000mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.
Lava Bold at $220 is a budget device offering 5000mAh battery. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Lava Bold supports 33 wired charging with full charge in approximately 85 min minutes.
Lava Bold is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Lava Bold has a 6.67-inch AMOLED with 120Hz refresh rate and 800 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10+.
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Verdict
The Lava Bold delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in versatile camera system, smooth 120Hz display, all-day battery endurance. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.67"
Main Camera
64
Chipset
Dimensity 6300
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE / |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | 5G |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | 2CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2025 |
| Status | Available. Released 2025, April 08 |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $250 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 162.4 x 73.9 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 183.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic frame, glass front |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Sapphire Blue"] |
| IP Rating | IP64 |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Graphite Sheet |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 6.67 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2400 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 342 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 89.5 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 240 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 800 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10+ |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 1440 |
| Glass Protection | Panda Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 14, planned upgrade to Android 15 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Dimensity 6300 |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 2.4 TOPS |
| ISP Features | HDR, Night Mode |
| Modem | Dimensity 6300 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 700 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2000 |
| AnTuTu Score | 450000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 8GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.2 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | F2FS |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 64 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.3" |
| Main Sensor Model | Omnivision OV64B |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 4-in-1 |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 1080p@240fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | Single DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Under Display, Optical) |
| 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 | Heart rate, SpO2 |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 5000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 33 |
| Wired Standard | 33W |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 35 min |
| Full Charge Time | 85 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | Battery Care |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 14, planned upgrade to Android 15 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Stock Android |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App Lock, Privacy Dashboard |
| Accessibility | screen reader, magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, Cable, SIM Ejector |
| 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!
Lava Bold Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Lava Bold covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate
- + Excellent value for money
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
- - No wireless charging