Lava X50
$240
Overview
Lava X50 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, MediaTek Helio P60 (MT6771) chipset, 8 main camera, and 2800 mAh battery.
Priced at $240, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Lava X50
The display of Lava X50 measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Lava X50 features 1 rear cameras: 8 main, 16MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Lava X50 has 2800mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Lava X50 is powered by the MediaTek Helio P60 (MT6771) chipset with ARM Mali-G72 MP3 700MHz 700MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 300 single-core and 1200 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 181000.
The memory of Lava X50 offers 2GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS 2.1.
The connectivity of Lava X50 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Lava X50 weighs 191g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 155 x 71.8 x 8.9 mm.
The software of Lava X50 runs Android 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow) with Stock Android. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lava X50
Lava X50 has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Lava X50 with MediaTek Helio P60 (MT6771) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Lava X50 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Lava X50 has a 2800mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Lava X50 at $240 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Lava X50 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Lava X50 is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Lava X50 has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Lava X50 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
5.5"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
MediaTek Helio P60 (MT6771)
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 | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $255 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 155 x 71.8 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 191 |
| Build Materials | Polycarbonate |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Blue"] |
| 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) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 395 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 87.4 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 600 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 200 |
| Glass Protection | Asahi Dragontrail Glass |
| 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 | MediaTek Helio P60 (MT6771) |
| CPU | Octa-Core, 4x Cortex A73 at 2.0 GHz + 4x Cortex A53 at 2.0 GHz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G72 MP3 700MHz 700MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Mediatek MT6771 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 300 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1200 |
| AnTuTu Score | 181000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.72" |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung Bright S5KGW1 |
| Main Lens | f/1.79, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8 um |
| Ultrawide | 16MP |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 5 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| 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 | 1/5 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front 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 b/g/n, hotspot |
| 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 | Basic |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2800 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W charger |
| Battery Health Features | 500 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Stock Android |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | Basic |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, charger, USB cable, SIM ejector tool, 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!