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Lava Launches Virat V1 and Virat V1 5G Models in India: Specifications and Prices

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Lava has unveiled a new smartphone lineup in India called the Virat series. The first two devices in this range are the Virat V1 (4G) and the Virat V1 5G. Both phones will be available online and, according to the Indian manufacturer, have been designed to offer value to consumers in the country.

The Lava Virat V1 and Virat V1 5G models come with free home service, a standard feature for Lava phones. The company also promises a bloatware-free experience (no unnecessary pre-installed software). Stay tuned for the full review of the Lava Virat V1 5G right here on India Today Tech.

Design and Display of the Lava Virat V1 and Virat V1 5G

The Virat V1 and the Virat V1 5G have a look. They both have a shape and a back made of plastic. The regular Virat V1 has a camera module that’s almost square with two lines that separate the cameras. The Virat V1 5G is different. The Virat V1 5G has a camera module with a cutout that’s not symmetrical which makes the Virat V1 5G look unique. The Virat V1 and the Virat V1 5G are two phones, with some differences especially when it comes to the Virat V1 5G camera.

The Lava Virat V1 5G has a cool design on the back. It is not like the Virat V1 which has a simple look. The Virat V1 5G design is special. Helps the Lava Virat V1 5G stand out. The front of the Lava Virat V1 5G has a screen. The Lava Virat V1 5G screen is 6.75 inches. It is a HD+ IPS LCD display. The Lava Virat V1 5G display also has a fast refresh rate of 120Hz. The basic Lava Virat V1 has a screen size. The Lava Virat V1 screen is also 6.75 inches. It is an IPS display. The Lava Virat V1 refresh rate is slower, at 90Hz.

Both phones are IP64-certified for dust and splash resistance and include a headphone jack. The Virat V1 5G weighs approximately 210 grams and is 8.75 mm thick, while the Virat V1 4G has a thickness of 8.5 mm.

Performance and battery of the Lava Virat V1 and Virat V1 5G

In terms of performance, the Lava Virat V1 5G is equipped with the Unisoc T8200 processor, whereas the 4G model uses the Unisoc SC9863A chipset. Both phones feature 4 GB of RAM, plus up to 4 GB of virtual RAM.

The Virat V1 5G packs a 6,000 mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging, while the standard Virat V1 uses a 5,000 mAh battery with 10W charging.

Cameras and other features of the Lava Virat V1 and Virat V1 5G

When it comes to cameras, the Virat V1 5G and the Virat V1 have the thing. They both have a 13-megapixel camera and a 5-megapixel front camera.

The Lava Virat V1 5G has Android 16. This is different from the 4G model which runs on Android 15 Go edition. Android 15 Go edition is a version of Android. It is used for budget devices. Lava says that you will not see any ads on these phones.

The Lava Virat V1 5G comes in two colours: Arya Blue and Sonar Gold. The standard Virat V1 comes in Nilgiri Blue and Himalayan Silver. The Lava Virat V1 and Virat V1 5G will be available in India on July 31, at 12:00 PM. The Virat V1 will cost ₹8,999 at first. The price of the Virat V1 will be ₹9,999.

The Lava Virat V1 5G will cost ₹11,999 at first. After that the price of the Virat V1 5G will be ₹12,999.

The launch prices are valid only for the first day of sales. The Lava Virat V1 and Virat V1 5G will be sold and the Lava website.

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