Overall Score
43.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#3158)43.4
Performance(#3418)68.0
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#3848)52.2
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Lava Z3
Short Review
- The Lava Z3 features a sleek design with dimensions of 164.5 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm and a weight that enhances portability.
- Its 6.52-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 269 ppi, although it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Mediatek MT6765G Helio G35 chipset, it delivers satisfactory performance with an octa-core CPU and 3GB of RAM, suitable for everyday tasks.
- The rear camera is an 8 MP unit capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera serves basic selfie needs.
- The 5000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, although it does not support fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 11, the software experience is straightforward, with no bloatware reported.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth 5.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone includes a USB Type-C port and retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Available in Blue and Cyan, the build combines a glass front with a plastic back and frame, lacking water resistance.
- Overall, the Lava Z3 is a practical device for users seeking essential smartphone features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, February 26
Announced2022, February 26
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.52"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6765G Helio G35 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.12µm, AFQVGA
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions164.5 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm (6.48 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)
WeightN/A
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlue, Cyan
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 11
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity