Lava Iris Alfa
$59
Overview
Lava Iris Alfa is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Spreadtrum 7731 chipset, 5 main camera, and 2200 mAh battery.
Priced at $59, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Lava Iris Alfa
The display of Lava Iris Alfa measures 5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x854 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Lava Iris Alfa features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of Lava Iris Alfa has 2200mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Lava Iris Alfa is powered by the Spreadtrum 7731 chipset with Mali-400 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 15000.
The memory of Lava Iris Alfa offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 8GB 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of Lava Iris Alfa includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot, and Bluetooth 2.1.
The build of Lava Iris Alfa weighs 158.0g with Plastic frame and glossy-plastic back. Dimensions measure 141 x 71.4 x 9.3 mm.
The software of Lava Iris Alfa runs Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) with Stock Android.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lava Iris Alfa
Lava Iris Alfa has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Lava Iris Alfa with Spreadtrum 7731 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Yes, Lava Iris Alfa supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Lava Iris Alfa has a 2200mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Lava Iris Alfa at $59 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Lava Iris Alfa supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Lava Iris Alfa is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Lava Iris Alfa has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Lava Iris Alfa 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"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
Spreadtrum 7731
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| 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 |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $99 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 141 x 71.4 x 9.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 158.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | glossy-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 | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x854 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:5 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 233 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 68.4 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | Spreadtrum 7731 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz |
| GPU | Mali-400 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | spreadtrum-7731 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 15000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4-inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| 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 | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | N/A |
| Sensor Size | 1/6-inch |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | N/A |
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 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 2.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | A-GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| 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 | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2200 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5.0 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) |
| Update Window | N/A |
| 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!