Lava Z81
$75
Overview
Lava Z81 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 5.7-inch IPS LCD, Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm) chipset, 13 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $75, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Lava Z81
The display of Lava Z81 measures 5.7 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1440 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Lava Z81 features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Lava Z81 has 3000mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Lava Z81 is powered by the Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm) chipset with PowerVR GE8320 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 50000.
The memory of Lava Z81 offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM.
The connectivity of Lava Z81 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The build of Lava Z81 weighs 141.0g with Plastic frame and plastic-glossy back. Dimensions measure 152.2 x 73 x 7.9 mm.
The software of Lava Z81 runs Android 8.1 (Oreo). Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
Compare Lava Z81
Frequently Asked Questions about Lava Z81
Lava Z81 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Lava Z81 with Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Lava Z81 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Lava Z81 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 Z81 has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Lava Z81 at $75 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Lava Z81 supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Lava Z81 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Lava Z81 has a 5.7-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
Lava Z81 in Category Rankings
See how Lava Z81 ranks in these categories:
Verdict
The Lava Z81 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
5.7"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm)
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $110 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 152.2 x 73 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 141.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | plastic-glossy |
| Colors | ["Black/Blue", "Gold/Black"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | passive-cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | basic-vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.7 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1440 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 18:9 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 282 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 75.5 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.1 (Oreo) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm) |
| CPU | Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | basic-isp |
| Modem | mt6761-modem |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 50000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | full-disk-encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.1 |
| Main Sensor Model | samsung-s5k3l2 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | led-dual-tone |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h264-hevc |
| Slow Motion | 720p-120fps |
| Video Stabilization | eis-720p |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 13 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p-30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2d-face-id |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac-aptx |
| DAC/Amp | integrated-audio |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 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 | 5.0 |
| Wired Standard | 5v-1a |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 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-battery-care |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.1 (Oreo) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | basic-privacy |
| Accessibility | android-accessibility |
| 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
Showing 3 of 186 reviews
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!