Lava X81
The Lava X81 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6735 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5" · 142.6 x 73.4 x 8.4 mm (5.61 x 2.89 x 0.33 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6735 (28 nm)
RAM3GB
Storage16GB
Main Camera13 MP · Dual-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 2,700 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Mediatek MT6735 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2016, June. Released 2016, June
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6735 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
OS
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,700 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2700 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Dimensions
142.6 x 73.4 x 8.4 mm (5.61 x 2.89 x 0.33 in)
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 900 / 1800 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Lava X81 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
No, the Lava X81 does not have NFC.
Yes, the Lava X81 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Yes, the Lava X81 supports dual SIM (Dual SIM).
Yes, the Lava X81 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Lava X81 ships with Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow).
The Lava X81 uses microUSB 2.0, OTG.
The Lava X81 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n.
The Lava X81 has 4.0, A2DP.
