Overall Score
56.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#4273)56.8
Performance(#7226)54.3
Camera(#5273)42.1
Display(#3626)70.5
Battery(#1887)58.5
Build(#3777)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Lava X38
Short Review
- The Lava X38 features a simple design with a black finish, although specific dimensions and weight details are not provided.
- It has a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, offering decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a quad-core 1.0 GHz CPU paired with 1GB of RAM, which may limit multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera is 8 MP, capable of recording video at 1080p@30fps, while the 2 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
- The device is powered by a 4000 mAh battery, ensuring extended usage without fast charging or wireless options.
- Running on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, the software experience may feel dated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The phone does not feature stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the Lava X38 is a basic smartphone with essential features suitable for everyday tasks.
- Special features are minimal, focusing primarily on standard functionalities.
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✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUQuad-core 1.0 GHz
GPUN/A
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
DimensionsN/A
WeightN/A
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
OS VersionAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes