Design:
| water resistance |
Water resistant |
| weight |
200 g |
| thickness |
8.8 mm |
| width |
76.1 mm |
| height |
165 mm |
| volume |
110.4972 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP54 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Lava Bold N1 4G features a sleek design with a water-resistant build, offering an IP54 rating for protection against dust and water splashes. Weighing 200g and measuring 8.8 mm in thickness, it has a comfortable and manageable size with a width of 76.1 mm and a height of 165 mm. Its overall volume is 110.4972 cm³, making it easy to handle. The device does not have a rugged build, and it also does not support folding functionality.
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 4G features a 6.75″ LCD, IPS display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 px, providing a pixel density of 260 ppi. The screen supports a 90Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling and responsiveness. However, it does not feature branded damage-resistant glass, HDR10, or Dolby Vision, and it lacks an Always-On display or a secondary screen. The display is a touch screen for interactive use.
Performance:
| internal storage |
64GB |
| RAM |
4GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Unisoc SC9863A |
| GPU name |
PowerVR GE8322 |
| CPU speed |
4 x 1.6 & 4 x 1.2 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
725 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
164 |
| Geekbench 5 result (multi) |
2956 |
| Geekbench 5 result (single) |
901 |
| GPU clock speed |
550 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
933 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
28 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 11 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
7.464 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| memory channels |
2 |
| eMMC version |
5.1 |
| maximum memory amount |
6GB |
| GPU execution units |
4 |
| GPU turbo |
800 MHz |
| PassMark result |
1327 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
3W |
| DDR memory version |
4 |
| PassMark result (single) |
478 |
| shading units |
128 |
| L3 cache |
0.512 MB |
The Lava Bold N1 4G is powered by the Unisoc SC9863A chipset paired with 4GB of RAM, providing adequate performance for day-to-day tasks. The device features 64GB of internal storage, which can be expanded, and offers a GPU clocked at 550 MHz with PowerVR GE8322 graphics. It supports 64-bit architecture, with an 8-thread CPU and a maximum memory bandwidth of 7.464 GB/s, ensuring efficient multitasking and app performance. The phone runs on an eMMC 5.1 storage system, and includes integrated graphics and LTE connectivity.
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) |
1080 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 4G is equipped with a 13 MP main camera that supports 1080p video recording at 30 fps. The camera features phase-detection autofocus for photos, continuous autofocus during video recording, and HDR mode for enhanced image quality. It also supports manual exposure, ISO, white balance, and touch autofocus for greater control over shots. For the front camera, it has a 5 MP resolution and includes a flash for better low-light selfies.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 14 |
| 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 4G runs on Android 14 and offers a variety of privacy and customization features. Users can control app tracking, manage notifications, and adjust theme customization. It includes options like location privacy, camera/microphone access control, and on-device machine learning for enhanced functionality. Other notable features include dark mode, multi-user support, full-page screenshots, split screen, and offline voice recognition, although it does not support Wi-Fi password sharing or direct OS updates.
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 4G is equipped with a 5000 mAh rechargeable battery, providing reliable power throughout the day. While it does not support wireless charging or a removable battery, it offers fast charging at 10W for quicker recharging. Additionally, it includes a battery level indicator, ensuring users can easily track the remaining charge.
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 4G features a 3.5 mm audio jack, allowing users to connect wired headphones or earphones. While it lacks stereo speakers and advanced Bluetooth audio technologies like aptX or LDAC, it does include a built-in radio for on-the-go entertainment.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
June 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 |
✕ |
| download speed |
300 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
150 MBits/s |
| 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 Lava Bold N1 4G supports dual SIM functionality and comes equipped with Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) for flexible connectivity. It also features Bluetooth 4.2 and a USB Type-C port for easy data transfer. Additionally, the device includes a fingerprint scanner for enhanced security, GPS for navigation, and supports external memory expansion via a dedicated slot.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
The device comes with a video light for enhanced visibility in low-light situations, ensuring clear video recording or photography. However, it does not feature sapphire glass, a curved display, or an e-paper display.