Overall Score
54.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#6571)54.1
Performance(#8695)54.3
Camera(#7127)42.0
Display(#7611)64.3
Battery(#7603)43.5
Build(#408)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Lava Z1
Short Review
- The Lava Z1 features a compact design with dimensions of 145.1 x 73.3 x 10.3 mm and a weight of 175g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 5.0-inch TFT LCD display has a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 196 ppi, suitable for basic tasks.
- Performance is driven by the Mediatek MT6761 Helio A20 chipset, with a quad-core CPU clocked at 1.8 GHz and 2GB of RAM, providing adequate speed for everyday applications.
- The camera setup includes a 5 MP rear camera capable of recording 720p video at 30fps and a 5 MP front camera for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 3100 mAh, supporting standard charging with no wireless options available.
- Running on Android 10 (Go edition), the software is optimized for lower-end hardware, ensuring smooth operation.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, and a microUSB port, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The device is available in Blue and Red colors, offering a simple aesthetic.
- It does not feature water resistance or stereo speakers, but includes a headphone jack for audio needs.
- Overall, the Lava Z1 is a basic smartphone designed for essential use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, January 07
Announced2021, January 07
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeTFT LCD
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~196 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6761 Helio A20 (12 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie Video720p
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3100 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions145.1 x 73.3 x 10.3 mm (5.71 x 2.89 x 0.41 in)
Weight175 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlue, Red
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10 (Go edition)
OS VersionAndroid 10 (Go edition)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes