Lava Shark 5G, launched in India as a budget-friendly smartphone engineered to bring 5G connectivity to the masses without compromising on performance or style. Phone targets users seeking affordable yet reliable technology packed with features typically found in higher-end devices.
6.75-inch IPS LCD Display
The Lava Shark 5G sports a large 6.75-inch IPS LCD display with an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a smooth 90Hz refresh rate. The device measures 168 x 77.8 x 8.2 mm and weighs around 200 grams, offering a comfortable hand feel with its glossy back design available in Stellar Gold and Stellar Blue colors.
Unisoc T765 Processor with Android 15
The Lava Shark 5G is powered by the Unisoc T765 chipset, which is manufactured using a 6nm process. This octa-core processor features cores clocked up to 2.3 GHz, providing balanced performance for daily tasks and moderate gaming while maintaining energy efficiency.
On the software front, the Lava Shark 5G runs the latest Android 15 operating system. It offers a near-stock Android experience with minimal bloatware, ensuring smooth performance, timely updates, and a clean user interface.
13MP Rear with 5MP Selfie Camera
Lava Shark 5G is equipped with a single 13MP rear camera featuring autofocus, LED flash, and modes like HDR, portrait, panorama, and night mode. The front houses a 5MP selfie camera with a punch-hole design and screen flash support.
Video recording is capped at 1080p for the rear and 720p for the front camera. The camera setup is basic yet capable of capturing decent photos for social sharing and casual photography.
Full Day Lasting 5000mAh Battery
Lava Shark 5G comes with its robust 5000mAh battery, which promises impressive endurance, easily lasting a full day of standard usage. The device supports 18W wired charging through a USB Type-C port.
4GB RAM with 64GB Storage
The Lava Shark 5G comes with 4GB of RAM, which is expandable virtually by an additional 4GB using a portion of the internal storage to enhance multitasking capabilities. It has 64GB of internal storage based on UFS 2.2 technology, which offers faster read and write speeds.
Phone support expandable storage via a microSD card up to 1TB, allowing ample room for apps, media, and files.
Fingerprint Sensor, Facial Recognition and Water Resistant
The Lava Shark 5G offers a side-mounted fingerprint sensor that provides quick and secure unlocking, delivering biometric security without compromising convenience. In addition, the phone supports 2D facial recognition, which allows users to unlock the device through facial scanning for an added layer of security.
The Lava Shark 5G comes with an IP54 rating, making it dust-resistant and splash-proof. This means the phone is protected against limited dust ingress and water splashes from any direction, enhancing its reliability for everyday use in various conditions.
Other Features
Connectivity features include 5G SA/NSA bands, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS with GLONASS, 3.5mm headphone jack, and USB OTG support.
Available Colors
Lava Shark 5G is available in two colors: Stellar Gold and Stellar Blue
Price
The Lava Shark 5G is priced at ₹7,999 for its only variant of 4GB RAM with 64GB of internal storage. This aggressive pricing places it firmly in the budget smartphone segment, offering 5G connectivity and a range of modern features at an affordable cost.
Things to Know
- Processor: Unisoc T765
- Display: 6.75-inch IPS LCD display with 90 Hz refresh rate
- Battery: 5000mAh battery
- Cameras: 13MP Main Camera with 5MP front Camera
- RAM & Storage: 4GB RAM with 64GB internal storage; expandable up to 1TB via microSD card
- Software: Android 15
- Other Features: fingerprint sensor, face unlock
- Colors: Stellar Gold and Stellar Blue
- Released: May 2025