Design:
| water resistance |
Water resistant |
| weight |
198 g |
| thickness |
8.2 mm |
| width |
76.6 mm |
| height |
165.9 mm |
| volume |
104.205108 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP54 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Lava Bold N1 5G features a water-resistant design with an IP54 rating, providing some protection against dust and splashes. It has a relatively lightweight build, weighing only 198 g, and a slim profile with a thickness of 8.2 mm. The phone measures 165.9 mm in height and 76.6 mm in width, offering a comfortable grip. Its overall volume is 104.2 cm³. The device does not have a rugged build and is not foldable, ensuring a sleek and traditional form factor.
Display:
| Display type |
LCD, IPS |
| screen size |
6.75" |
| pixel density |
260 ppi |
| resolution |
720 x 1600 px |
| refresh rate |
90Hz |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Lava Bold N1 5G features a 6.75″ LCD, IPS display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 px, offering a pixel density of 260 ppi. The screen supports a smooth 90Hz refresh rate for more fluid interactions but does not include branded damage-resistant glass like Gorilla Glass. Additionally, it does not support HDR10, Dolby Vision, or an Always-On Display, and lacks a secondary screen.
Performance:
| internal storage |
128GB |
| RAM |
4GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Unisoc SC9863A |
| GPU name |
Mali G57 MC2 |
| CPU speed |
2 x 2.3 & 6 x 2.1 GHz |
| GPU clock speed |
850 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
2133 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
6 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| maximum memory amount |
10GB |
| DDR memory version |
4 |
The Lava Bold N1 5G is equipped with a 128GB internal storage and 4GB of RAM, ensuring sufficient space for apps and media along with smooth multitasking. It runs on the Unisoc SC9863A chipset with a CPU clocked at 2 x 2.3 GHz and 6 x 2.1 GHz, paired with a Mali G57 MC2 GPU running at 850 MHz. This configuration supports 64-bit processing and utilizes big.LITTLE technology for improved efficiency. The device also supports up to 10GB of RAM and operates with DDR4 memory running at 2133 MHz, making it capable of handling typical tasks with ease.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
13 MP |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✕ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
5MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✕ |
| video recording (main camera) |
2160 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
0x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Lava Bold N1 5G features a 13 MP main camera with a CMOS sensor, capable of recording video at 2160 x 30 fps. It supports features like phase-detection autofocus for sharper photos, HDR mode for enhanced image quality, and manual settings for exposure, ISO, and white balance. The front camera is 5 MP, and the device includes a single LED flash for both front and rear cameras. The camera system also supports slow-motion video recording, panorama shots, and timelapse functions.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 15 |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
The Lava Bold N1 5G runs on Android 15, offering a range of privacy and customization features. It includes location privacy options, clipboard warnings, and camera/microphone access controls to enhance user security. Additionally, it supports dark mode, theme customization, and dynamic theming for a more personalized experience. Other useful features include split-screen multitasking, PiP mode, and the ability to offload apps. However, it does not include Mail Privacy Protection or Wi-Fi password sharing capabilities.
Battery:
| battery power |
5000 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
10W |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The Lava Bold N1 5G is equipped with a 5000 mAh rechargeable battery that supports fast charging at a speed of 10W, ensuring quicker power-ups. While the battery is not removable and does not support wireless charging, it includes a battery level indicator to keep track of the remaining charge. The device features a standard rechargeable battery for long-lasting performance.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✓ |
| has stereo speakers |
✕ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✓ |
The Lava Bold N1 5G includes a 3.5 mm audio jack for wired audio connections, while also offering the convenience of a built-in radio. However, it does not feature stereo speakers or advanced Bluetooth audio technologies like aptX, LDAC, or aptX HD.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
September 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
4.2 |
| has an external memory slot |
✓ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| has NFC |
✕ |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✕ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✕ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✕ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
The device supports 5G connectivity for fast mobile data speeds, along with Wi-Fi 4 and Wi-Fi 5 for reliable internet access. It offers dual SIM functionality for multiple lines and an external memory slot for expandable storage. Additionally, it features USB Type-C for charging and data transfer, along with a fingerprint scanner for added security.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device comes equipped with a video light for enhanced video quality, but it does not feature a sapphire glass display, curved display, or an e-paper display.