Overall Score
26.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#5772)26.5
Performance(#6762)40.2
Camera(#5752)27.9
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#5422)21.8
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5914)37.0
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Lava A71 features a compact design with dimensions of 145.5 x 72 x 8.5 mm and a weight that enhances portability.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, delivering a pixel density of approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a quad-core 1.5 GHz CPU paired with 1GB of RAM, which supports basic multitasking and app usage.
- The rear camera is a 5 MP unit capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 2 MP front camera is suitable for casual selfies.
- The device is powered by a 2500 mAh battery, which does not support fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 5.1 Lollipop, it can be upgraded to Android 6.0 Marshmallow, providing access to newer features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The phone is equipped with a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack for audio.
- The build is simple, available in dark blue, but lacks water resistance.
- Overall, the Lava A71 is a basic smartphone suitable for essential tasks and casual use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionFor India
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz
GPUN/A
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 2500 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions145.5 x 72 x 8.5 mm (5.73 x 2.83 x 0.33 in)
WeightN/A
MaterialsN/A
ColorsDark blue
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity