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LAVA Virat V1 5G and Virat V1
₹11,999ⓘ
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LAVA has expanded its smartphone portfolio in India with the launch of the Virat V1 5G and Virat V1. Developed in partnership with Flipkart, the new online-first smartphone series is aimed at students, young professionals, and budget-conscious buyers looking for clean software and long battery life.
The LAVA Virat V1 5G is the more capable model in the lineup, featuring a 120 Hz display, UNISOC T8200 SoC, Android 16, and a large 6,000 mAh battery. Meanwhile, the standard Virat V1 offers a 90 Hz display, Android 15 Go Edition, and a 5,000 mAh battery.
LAVA Virat V1 5G
The LAVA Virat V1 5G sports a 6.75-inch HD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate and is powered by the UNISOC T8200 SoC. It comes with 4 GB RAM, along with support for an additional 4 GB of virtual RAM, and 64 GB of internal storage that can be expanded up to 1 TB via a microSD card.
The smartphone runs Android 16 and, according to LAVA , offers a clean software experience without ads or pre-installed bloatware.
For photography, it features a 13 MP AI dual rear camera setup and a 5 MP front-facing camera. The device is backed by a 6,000mAh battery with support for 10W charging and carries an IP64 rating for dust and splash resistance.
The Virat V1 5G will be available in Arya Blue and Sonar Gold color options.
LAVA Virat V1
The standard LAVA Virat V1 features the same 6.75-inch HD+ display but with a 90Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the UNISOC SC9863A processor and runs Android 15 Go Edition with a clean, ad-free software experience.
Like its 5G counterpart, it comes with 4 GB RAM, 4 GB virtual RAM support, and 64 GB storage, expandable up to 1 TB using a microSD card.
The smartphone also features a 13 MP AI dual rear camera, a 5 MP selfie camera, and an IP64 rating. It packs a slightly smaller 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging support.
The LAVA Virat V1 will be offered in Nilgiri Blue and Himalayan Silver color options.
Commenting on the launch, Sunil Raina, Managing Director, Lava International Limited, said, “The Indian smartphone consumer is evolving rapidly, and expectations today are higher than ever. With the Lava Virat series, we are introducing smartphones that combine meaningful innovation, dependable performance, and refined design to meet those expectations. As we continue to strengthen Lava presence in the online market, our partnership with India’s leading online marketplace, Flipkart, enables us to reach a wider audience base with products that are thoughtfully designed for India and built to deliver uncompromising quality and reliability. Newsmartphone announcements.”
Kanchan Mishra, Vice President Mobiles, Flipkart, said, “The launch of the Lava Virat series is a partnership between Lava and Flipkart to elevate the affordable smartphone market where the customer is not only looking for a value-for-money smartphone but also a trusted brand and where they are buying it from. With the feature-rich Lava Virat series smartphones, and Flipkart’s trust of “Open Box Delivery”, the customers can be rest assured about buying the smartphone in any corner of India and also backed by Lava’s doorstep service. This partnership isn’t just about digitalizing the daily value seekers, but also taking one step forward to delivering the best-in-class smartphones in this price range, at scale.”
LAVA Virat V1 5G & LAVA Virat V1 Specifications & Features
- Display & Design: 6.75-inch HD+ (1,600 x 720 pixels), 120 Hz (Virat V1 5G), 90 Hz (Virat V1), IP64 design
- Software: Android 16 (Virat V1 5G), Android 15 Go Edition (Virat V1), no ads, no bloatware
| Specifications | LAVA Virat V1 5G | LAVA Virat V1 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.75-inch, HD+ (1,600 x 720 pixels), 120 Hz | 6.75-inch, HD+ (1,600 x 720 pixels), 90 Hz |
| Software | Android 16, no ads, no bloatware | Android 15 Go Edition, no ads, no bloatware |
| CPU | UNISOC T8200 SoC | UNISOC SC9863A SoC |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G57 MP2 | PowerVR GE8322 |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM + 4 GB Virtual RAM | 4 GB RAM + 4 GB Virtual RAM |
| Storage | 64 GB, up to 1 TB via microSD card | 64 GB, up to 1 TB via microSD card |
| Main Camera | 13 MP AI dual cameras | 13 MP AI dual cameras |
| Selfie Camera | 5 MP | 5 MP |
| Cellular | 5G | 4G LTE |
| Battery & Charging | 6,000 mAh, 10W charging | 5,000 mAh, 10W charging |
| Durability | IP64 | IP64 |
| Colors | Arya Blue, Sonar Gold | Nilgiri Blue, Himalayan Silver |
LAVA Virat V1 5G & LAVA Virat V1 Price In India & Availability
The LAVA Virat V1 series will go on sale in India from 31st July 2026, at 12:00 PM on Flipkart and LAVA’s official website. As part of the launch, LAVA is offering special introductory pricing valid only on 31st July 2026. LAVA is also extending its Free Service@Home after-sales program to both smartphones, allowing eligible customers to access doorstep service and repairs across supported locations in India.
| Model | Launch Price | Regular Price |
|---|---|---|
| LAVA Virat V1 5G | ₹11,999 | ₹12,999 |
| LAVA Virat V1 | ₹8,999 | ₹9,999 |
