Lava Bold N1
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Design15
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Rear Camera12
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Front Camera4
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360° View
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UI Screenshot17
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Benchmarks3
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Key Specs
Performance
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Unisoc SC9863A -
Octa core (1.6 GHz, Dual Core + 1.2 GHz, Hexa Core) -
4 GB RAM, LPDDR4X
Display
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6.74 inches (17.12 cm); IPS LCD -
720x1600 px (HD+) -
90 Hz Refresh Rate -
Bezel-less with waterdrop notch
Rear Camera
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Dual Camera Setup - 13 MP Primary Camera
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LED Flash -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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5 MP -
Screen flash
Battery
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5000 mAh, Li-ion -
USB Type-C port
General
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SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano -
5G Not Supported -
64 GB Storage, Expandable upto 256 GB -
Dust Resistant, Water Resistant
Lava Bold N1 Prices in India
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Lava Bold N1 Expert Review Summary
Expert Rating:
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Verdict
The Lava Bold N1 is suitable for those looking for an entry-level smartphone or someone switching from a feature phone. The handset impresses with its tall and bright display, a reliable software experience without any clutter, good battery endurance, and a camera that is able to deliver serviceable images.
Pros
- Decent design
- Tall 90Hz display
- Clean, ad-free software
- Long-lasting battery life
Cons
- Runs dated Android 14 Go
- Slow charging speed
- No 5G connectivity
Comfortable build with a tall display
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The Lava Bold N1 features a polycarbonate glossy rear panel with an iPhone 16-like camera module that houses dual sensors, aligned vertically and slightly protruding from the body. For a good in-hand feel and comfort, Lava has made the flat side frame edges slightly curved.In my one week of usage of the smartphone without the in-box cover, the back panel hasn't incurred any scratches or scuffs. Speaking of which, since the panel has a glossy finish, the handset easily attracts fingerprint marks and smudges.
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Vibrant camera shots on a budget
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The Lava Bold N1 packs a 13MP 1/3.1-inch main camera with PDAF on the rear and a 5MP front camera. Such a camera setup is reasonable for the price, as competing phones like the itel A90 offer a similar camera hardware. The camera UI gets all the basic modes right, such as portrait, night mode, panorama, and a few others.Now, coming to the actual camera performance, the Lava Bold N1 snaps photos with vibrant, eye-catching visuals, especially when it comes to reds and greens. While some may prefer such poppy tones, the phone at times goes overboard with the colours. Fortunately, the Bold N1 doesn't overexpose the skies, and the HDR performance is fairly decent. The details in the images are average at best, as you can only expect so much from the sensor size it packs. Taking shots at 2x zoom levels further takes a hit on the detail levels.
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Performance that gets the job done
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Powering up the Lava Bold N1 is a 28nm-based Unisoc 9863A processor, paired with up to 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. The storage is user-expandable up to 256GB. The chipset here is an entry-level silicon that can run basic apps, such as WhatsApp, Gmail, Instagram, and Chrome. However, this is not without hiccups, as you may at times feel lag while scrolling and delay in opening apps. We tested the Lava Bold N1's raw performance by running benchmarks, which were performed by an in-house testing team. You can find the scores across various apps below.
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Impressive battery endurance
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Powering up the smartphone is a 5,000mAh battery, which supports 10W charging using the in-box charger. To test the battery endurance, we ran the PCMark test on the Lava Bold N1, with the phone taking 9 hours and 21 minutes to drop to 20 percent levels. In this particular test, the phone cycles through various day-to-day applications and programmes such as opening and reading documents, rendering videos and games, scrolling through social media apps, and more.
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Verdict
The Lava Bold N1 is suitable for those looking for an entry-level smartphone or someone switching from a feature phone. The handset impresses with its tall and bright display, a reliable software experience without any clutter, good battery endurance, and a camera that is able to deliver serviceable images.
- Decent design
- Tall 90Hz display
- Clean, ad-free software
- Long-lasting battery life
Pros
- Runs dated Android 14 Go
- Slow charging speed
- No 5G connectivity
Cons
Comfortable build with a tall display
+The Lava Bold N1 features a polycarbonate glossy rear panel with an iPhone 16-like camera module that houses dual sensors, aligned vertically and slightly protruding from the body. For a good in-hand feel and comfort, Lava has made the flat side frame edges slightly curved.In my one week of usage of the smartphone without the in-box cover, the back panel hasn't incurred any scratches or scuffs. Speaking of which, since the panel has a glossy finish, the handset easily attracts fingerprint marks and smudges.
Read MoreVibrant camera shots on a budget
+The Lava Bold N1 packs a 13MP 1/3.1-inch main camera with PDAF on the rear and a 5MP front camera. Such a camera setup is reasonable for the price, as competing phones like the itel A90 offer a similar camera hardware. The camera UI gets all the basic modes right, such as portrait, night mode, panorama, and a few others.Now, coming to the actual camera performance, the Lava Bold N1 snaps photos with vibrant, eye-catching visuals, especially when it comes to reds and greens. While some may prefer such poppy tones, the phone at times goes overboard with the colours. Fortunately, the Bold N1 doesn't overexpose the skies, and the HDR performance is fairly decent. The details in the images are average at best, as you can only expect so much from the sensor size it packs. Taking shots at 2x zoom levels further takes a hit on the detail levels.
Read MorePerformance that gets the job done
+Powering up the Lava Bold N1 is a 28nm-based Unisoc 9863A processor, paired with up to 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. The storage is user-expandable up to 256GB. The chipset here is an entry-level silicon that can run basic apps, such as WhatsApp, Gmail, Instagram, and Chrome. However, this is not without hiccups, as you may at times feel lag while scrolling and delay in opening apps. We tested the Lava Bold N1's raw performance by running benchmarks, which were performed by an in-house testing team. You can find the scores across various apps below.
Read MoreImpressive battery endurance
+Powering up the smartphone is a 5,000mAh battery, which supports 10W charging using the in-box charger. To test the battery endurance, we ran the PCMark test on the Lava Bold N1, with the phone taking 9 hours and 21 minutes to drop to 20 percent levels. In this particular test, the phone cycles through various day-to-day applications and programmes such as opening and reading documents, rendering videos and games, scrolling through social media apps, and more.
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Lava Bold N1 Specifications
General |
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| Launch Date | June 4, 2025 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v14 |
| Custom UI | Android Go |
Performance
(Good)
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| Chipset | Unisoc SC9863A |
| Processor | Octa core (1.6 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A55 + 1.2 GHz, Hexa Core, Cortex A55) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 28 nm |
| Graphics (GPU) | PowerVR GE8322 |
| RAM | 4 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Graphics Benchmark
Geekbench6 Benchmark
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Display
(Very Good)
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| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Screen Size | 6.74 inches (17.12 cm) |
| Resolution | 720x1600 px (HD+) |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Pixel Density | 260 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 87.37 % |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes with waterdrop notch |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
Video Size Options
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Design |
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| Height | 164.96 mm |
| Width | 76.1 mm |
| Thickness | 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 200 grams |
| Water Resistance | Yes, Splash proof, IP54 |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof |
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Rear Camera
(Good)
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| Autofocus | Yes | |||||||||
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |||||||||
| Image Resolution | 4128 x 3096 Pixels | |||||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |||||||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
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| Camera Features |
Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Filters Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording | Full HD @30 fps | |||||||||
Rear Camera Samples
Daylight / HDR Auto
Max Zoom Supported
Long Shot 3X
Long Shot 1X
High Res
Portrait Shot
Night Mode OFF
Night Mode ON
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
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Front Camera
(Good)
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| Flash | Yes, Screen flash | |||
Front Camera Samples
Selfie
Selfie Portrait
Selfie Low Light
Selfie Low Light With Flash
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Battery
(Very Good)
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| Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-ion |
Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 64 GB |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, Up to 256 GB |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G bands
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| SIM 2 |
4G bands
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| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 b/g/n/ac) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v4.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS |
| NFC | No |
Multimedia |
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| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Side |
| Other Sensors | Accelerometer |
Lava Bold N1 User Reviews
Lava Bold N1 Key Highlights
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A |
| RAM & Storage | 4 GB RAM + 64 GB |
| Display | 6.74", 720 x 1600 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 13 MP |
| Front Camera | 5 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
Lava Bold N1 Price In India
| Product Name | Store | Price |
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| Lava Bold N1 (4 GB + 64 GB) | Flipkart | ₹7,499 |
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