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Lava Shark 5G Launched at Rs 7,999 with 90Hz Display and Android 15

Highlights

Lava Shark 5G debuts at Rs. 7,999 in a stylish glossy design.
Key Features – 6.75-inch HD+ LCD (90Hz refresh rate), UNISOC T765 processor, 4GB RAM + 4GB virtual RAM, Android 15, 13MP rear & 5MP front cameras and 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charging.
Available in Stellar Gold and Stellar Blue colours via Lava retail stores and e-store.
Lava is also offering Free Service@Home support across India.

Caption – Lava Shark 5G Launched. (Image Credit – Lava)

Lava has officially launched the Lava Shark 5G, its newest budget smartphone under the Shark series. Priced at just Rs. 7,999, this phone is designed to bring 5G connectivity to the affordable segment without compromising on features.

Commenting on the launch, Sumit Singh, Head – Product, Lava International Limited, said, “With Lava Shark 5G, our aim is to offer a dependable and stylish smartphone experience that fits seamlessly into the everyday lives of our users. It has been thoughtfully designed to deliver ease of use, reliability, and a modern aesthetic, at a highly accessible price point. The Shark series reflects our commitment to redefining the sub-₹10K segment by introducing powerful and value-driven 5G smartphones, and we see it as the beginning of a long-term vision to make next-gen technology more inclusive and affordable for every Indian.”

Here’s all we know about the phone.

Lava Shark 5G – Key Features

Caption – Lava Shark 5G key features. (Image Credit – Lava)

The Shark 5G sports a 6.75-inch HD+ LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate, offering a smooth viewing experience. It runs on the UNISOC T765 processor, paired with 4GB of RAM and an additional 4GB of virtual RAM through RAM expansion. It also runs on clean Android 15 with no bloatware.

According to Lava, the phone has a stylish glossy back that “complements its bold performance” and is made for users who want good looks with solid performance.

For photography, the Shark 5G comes with a 13MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera. Powering the device is a 5000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging, although you get a 10W charger in the box.

Lava Shark 5G – Specs In Detail

Display – 75-inch HD+ (1612 × 720 pixels) LCD, 90Hz refresh rate
Processor – Octa-core 6nm UNISOC T765 (2x Cortex-A76 at 2.3GHz + 6x Cortex-A55 at up to 2.1GHz)
GPU – Mali-G57 MC2
RAM/Storage – 4GB LPDDR4x RAM + 4GB virtual RAM, 64GB UFS 2.2 storage (expandable up to 512GB via microSD)
OS – Android 15 (clean, bloat-free)
Cameras – 13MP rear camera, 5MP front camera
Battery – 5000mAh with 18W fast charging support (10W charger included)
Other Features – Side-mounted fingerprint scanner, IP54 dust and splash resistance
Connectivity – Dual SIM, 5G SA/NSA, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS + GLONASS, USB Type-C

Lava Shark 5G – Pricing and Availability

Caption – Lava Shark 5G colour variants. (Image credit – Lava)

The Lava Shark 5G comes in Stellar Gold and Stellar Blue colour options. It’s priced at Rs. 7,999 for the 4GB + 64GB variant and is available through Lava retail outlets and the Lava e-store.

Lava is also offering Free Service@Home across India for Shark 5G users, in addition to support at physical retail outlets.

FAQs

Q1. What are the key features of the Lava Shark 5G?

Answer. The phone features a 6.75-inch HD+ LCD display (90Hz refresh rate), UNISOC T765 processor, 4GB RAM + 4GB virtual RAM, Android 15, 13MP rear camera, and a 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charging.