Lava Iris 550Q
$60
Overview
Lava Iris 550Q is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Unisoc T606 chipset, 8 main camera, and 2600 mAh battery.
Priced at $60, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Lava Iris 550Q
The display of Lava Iris 550Q measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 300 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Lava Iris 550Q features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Lava Iris 550Q has 2600mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Lava Iris 550Q is powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset with ARM Mali-G57 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 150 single-core and 800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 275319.
The memory of Lava Iris 550Q offers 1GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.1.
The connectivity of Lava Iris 550Q includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Lava Iris 550Q weighs 496g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 156 x 77.8 x 9.8 mm.
The software of Lava Iris 550Q runs Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) with Stock Android. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lava Iris 550Q
Lava Iris 550Q has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Lava Iris 550Q with Unisoc T606 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Lava Iris 550Q receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Lava Iris 550Q has a 2600mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Lava Iris 550Q at $60 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Lava Iris 550Q supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Lava Iris 550Q is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Lava Iris 550Q has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 300 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Lava Iris 550Q delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.5"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Unisoc T606
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Mini-SIM) |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2014 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $120 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 156 x 77.8 x 9.8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 496 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "White"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 8:5 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 224 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 80 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 300 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Unisoc T606 |
| CPU | 2x1.6 GHz Cortex A75 + 6x1.6 GHz Cortex A55 |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G57 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | HSPA |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 150 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 275319 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung |
| Main Lens | f/2.8, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Basic |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2600 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | microUSB |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Stock Android |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!