Lava Bold N2 Lite launched with 5,000mAh battery, auto call recording under Rs 7,500

Following the launch of the Lava Bold N2 Pro, the company has pulled the curtains off yet another budget smartphone today, the Lava Bold N2 Lite. Coming at Rs 7,399, the smartphone will officially go on sale starting April 10th at 12 PM on Amazon. Packing entry-level specifications, the phone targets users in need of a smartphone on a tight budget that should be capable of running basic tasks, such as taking phone calls or watching videos.

Lava Bold N2 Lite price and offer details

While the smartphone will be selling at Rs 7,399, users can avail an instant Rs 400 off using any payment method, along with an additional Rs 500 discount when purchasing two units of the smartphone.

Lava Bold N2 Lite specifications on offer

The Lava Bold N2 Lite sports a 6.75-inch HD+ LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a waterdrop notch. While the display appears to be large for most use cases, the first-time smartphone users in particular could have a great time viewing content, as the display should offer an immersive experience even though it’s capped at 720p.

Powering the device is the Unisoc 9863A octa-core processor, which is paired with 3GB RAM and 64GB internal storage. Users in need of more storage capacity can utilise the phone’s microSD card slot to bump up the storage to 512GB. Coming to optics, the rear panel sees a 13MP-AI powered primary camera, while up front there’s a 5MP selfie shooter with screen flash support.

The Lava Bold N2 Lite runs Android 15 Go, a lighter take on Android for phones with low-end hardware and low memory capacity. This should ensure reliable performance in the long run, even when the phone’s storage starts filling up. Apart from that, auto call recording acts as a headlining feature for those who wish to keep track of their calls. The phone is powered by a modest 5,000mAh battery with up to 10W charging support. Lava claims the Bold N2 Lite can deliver 30 hours of talk time and up to 340 hours of standby time.

Other notable additions of the handset include a side fingerprint scanner for securing the phone using finger biometrics, dual 4G SIMs with Band 28 support, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The phone will be available in Nilgiri Blue and Kolar Gold colour shades, and will weigh 192g.

Should you wait for the Lava Bold N2 Lite’s sale?

Coming at Rs 7,399 (Rs 6,999 with offers), the Lava Bold N2 Lite targets users who want smartphone capabilities without spending much. Considering the price, it’s suitable for First-time smartphone users or people upgrading from feature phones, giving them access to thousands of apps. Similarly, it can be an ideal pick for students or kids to engage in online classes and note-taking. Furthermore, if you’re on the lookout for a backup or secondary phone, the Bold N2 Lite can be used as a spare for travel or work communication.

On the other hand, the itel A100, which sells at Rs 7,499, could stand as a strong alternative to the Lava Bold N2 Lite for those prioritising build quality, thanks to the MIL-STD 810H certification. Just like Lava, the itel A100 sports a fairly light and clutter-free software experience, as noted in our review.