Lava just launched a 5G Smartphone priced under 11k: Features, Price, Alternatives & More

By Shivangi Agarwal • Updated On Apr 3, 2025

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Lava Bold 5G has launched in India.
The smartphone is powered by Dimensity 6300 SoC.
The launch price is INR 10,499.
The first sale will take place on 8th April via Amazon.

In today’s times, owning a 5G smartphone with merely 10k in your pocket has become a dream come true. Fulfilling these dreams are brands like Lava India which has announced a super-affordable 5G phone priced under Rs. 11,000. Lava Bold 5G has debuted in the country with a price point of merely Rs. 10,499. It comes with 5G connectivity and features like IP64 rating, Dimensity chipset, and a long battery life. To know about the design, specs, pricing and alternatives to Lava Bold 5G, dive in.

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Lava Bold 5G: Pricing & Availability

The Lava Bold 5G will come in three storage variants and have a special launch price of Rs. 10,499. It will be available in 4GB RAM+128GB, 6GB RAM+128GB and 8GB RAM+128GB storage models. The sale will start at 12 AM on 8^th April via Amazon and Lava India website. Lava is also offering a free at-home service option.

Lava Bold 5G: Design

Lava Bold 5G will come in Sapphire Blue shade and is IP64 rated for being water and dust resistant. There is a matte finish for its back panel, which makes it fingerprint and smudge resistant. It has a curved design at the back, which makes the smartphone feel good in the hand.

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Lava Bold 5G: Specifications

Lava Bold 5G flaunts a 6.67-inch 3D Curved AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and a centre-positioned hole cutout for selfie snapper. It is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset paired with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage onboard. The device runs Android 14 currently but Lava has promised Android 15 and two years of security patches.

In terms of camera, Lava Bold 5G features a 64MP primary camera at the back with LED flash and there is a 16MP sensor at the front for selfies and video calls. Under the hood, it packs a 5000mAh battery with 33W wired charging.

Additional features include Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, USB Type-C, WiFi 802.11, Dual SIM, and more.

Lava Bold 5G: Alternatives

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Samsung Galaxy A06 5G for Rs. 9990.
Poco M7 5G for Rs. 9999.
Motorola G35 5G for Rs. 9999.
Xiaomi Redmi 14C 5G for Rs. 9999.
Infinix Note 50x 5G for Rs. 11,499

So, if you have 10,000 in your pocket and want to become the owner of a 5G phone, you can buy Lava Bold 5G or any of these alternatives mentioned above.

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Shivangi Agarwal

Shivangi is a tech writer at Smartprix, where she covers consumer technology news with a focus on smartphones, wearables, laptops, and the evolving world of OTT streaming. Since joining the team in August 2021, she has written over 120 in-depth reviews, comparisons, and buying guides aimed at helping readers navigate the ever-changing tech landscape.

With a strong foundation in English literature and education, Shivangi brings clarity, insight, and a reader-first approach to every story. Her expertise lies in breaking down complex features into accessible, practical insights—whether she’s reviewing the latest smartphone or exploring trends in infotainment.

Shivangi holds a B.A. (Hons.) and M.A. in English, along with a B.Ed in English and Social Studies. She is based in Faridabad, India. You can follow her work on Smartprix or connect with her for tech-related queries.

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