Lava X17
The Lava X17 is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2016).
2016 · Entry-level · Android OSⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5" · 145 x 72 x 8.5 mm (5.71 x 2.83 x 0.33 in)
RAM1GB
Storage8GB
Main Camera8 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,350 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic its chipset for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2016, July. Released 2016, July
⚙️ Performance
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
294 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,350 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2350 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Dimensions
145 x 72 x 8.5 mm (5.71 x 2.83 x 0.33 in)
Colors
Gold, Black/Gold, White/Gold
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 900 / 1800 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Lava X17 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
No, the Lava X17 does not have NFC.
Yes, the Lava X17 supports microSD expandable storage.
Yes, the Lava X17 supports dual SIM (Dual SIM).
Yes, the Lava X17 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Lava X17 ships with Android OS.
The Lava X17 uses microUSB 2.0.
The Lava X17 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot.
The Lava X17 has 4.0, A2DP.
