Lava Iris Fuel 50
$162
Overview
Lava Iris Fuel 50 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Unisoc Tiger T618 chipset, 8 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $162, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Lava Iris Fuel 50
The display of Lava Iris Fuel 50 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 Fuel 50 features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to Yes.
The battery of Lava Iris Fuel 50 has 3000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Lava Iris Fuel 50 is powered by the Unisoc Tiger T618 chipset with ARM Mali-G52-MP2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 180 single-core and 950 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 224907.
The memory of Lava Iris Fuel 50 offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 8GB 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of Lava Iris Fuel 50 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Lava Iris Fuel 50 weighs 475g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 144.8 x 72.9 x 9.5 mm.
The software of Lava Iris Fuel 50 runs Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) with Stock Android. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lava Iris Fuel 50
Lava Iris Fuel 50 has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Lava Iris Fuel 50 with Unisoc Tiger T618 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Lava Iris Fuel 50 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Lava Iris Fuel 50 has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Lava Iris Fuel 50 at $162 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Lava Iris Fuel 50 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Lava Iris Fuel 50 is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Lava Iris Fuel 50 has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Lava Iris Fuel 50 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
8
Chipset
Unisoc Tiger T618
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE band 3(1800), 5(850), 40(2300) |
| 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 | $162 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 144.8 x 72.9 x 9.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 475 |
| Build Materials | Magnesium alloy |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| 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 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x854 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 5:3 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 224 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 79 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | |
| 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 | 1 years |
| Chipset | Unisoc Tiger T618 |
| CPU | 2 x ARM Cortex A75 2.0Ghz + 6 x ARM Cortex A55 1.8Ghz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G52-MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | HSPA |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 180 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 950 |
| AnTuTu Score | 224907 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.8, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock |
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 | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 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 4.4.2 (KitKat) |
| 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!