Overall Score
54.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#6228)54.5
Performance(#7248)54.3
Camera(#6685)42.0
Display(#3640)70.5
Battery(#5139)43.5
Build(#3811)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Lava A72
Short Review
- The Lava A72 features a compact design with dimensions of 145.5 x 72 x 8.5 mm and weighs 142 grams, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, delivering decent visuals at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a quad-core 1.5 GHz CPU and 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks but may struggle with demanding applications.
- The camera system includes a 5 MP rear camera capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, along with a 5 MP front camera for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2500 mAh, which supports standard usage but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 5.1 Lollipop, it can be upgraded to 6.0 Marshmallow, providing a relatively modern software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and a microUSB 2.0 port, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device comes in a dark blue color and has no water resistance features.
- Overall, the Lava A72 is a basic smartphone suitable for everyday tasks without advanced features.
- Its build quality and specifications reflect its entry-level status in the market.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionFor India
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
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 Details5 MP
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 2500 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions145.5 x 72 x 8.5 mm (5.73 x 2.83 x 0.33 in)
Weight142 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsDark blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
OS VersionAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes