Overall Score
53.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#7670)53.2
Performance(#7258)54.3
Camera(#6688)42.0
Display(#7356)64.3
Battery(#5151)43.5
Build(#3823)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Lava A44
Short Review
- The Lava A44 features a compact design with dimensions of 123 x 63.7 x 10.1 mm and a weight of 141g, making it easy to handle.
- Its 4.0-inch TN display has a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 245 ppi, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT6737M chipset with a quad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 1GB of RAM, suitable for light usage.
- The device includes a 5 MP rear camera and a 2 MP front camera, capable of basic photography and video recording.
- Battery capacity stands at 1500 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless capabilities, which may limit usage time.
- Running on Android 7.0 (Nougat), the software experience is basic but functional.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, though it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The phone is equipped with stereo speakers and a headphone jack, enhancing audio versatility.
- The build quality is standard for its category, with no water resistance features.
- Overall, the Lava A44 is designed for users seeking essential smartphone functionalities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionFor India
Display
Size4"
TypeTN
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6737M (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720MP1
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1500 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions123 x 63.7 x 10.1 mm (4.84 x 2.51 x 0.40 in)
Weight141 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth2.1
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 7.0 (Nougat)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes