Lava launches budget Virat V1 5G and V1 phones on Flipkart

Indian smartphone manufacturer Lava has launched two new budget smartphones, the Virat V1 5G and the Virat V1, expanding its affordable portfolio in partnership with the online marketplace Flipkart. The devices were officially introduced on July 24, 2026, and are designed to offer core features with an emphasis on value and after-sales service.

The Lava Virat V1 5G and the standard Virat V1 share several specifications. Both models feature a 6.75-inch HD display, an AI-backed dual rear camera system with a 13-megapixel primary sensor, and a 5-megapixel front camera. Each phone carries an IP64 rating for dust and splash resistance. They will be sold exclusively through Flipkart and Lava's official website, with sales set to begin on July 31 at 12 p.m. IST.

Key differences separate the two models. The Virat V1 5G is powered by a Unisoc T8200 processor and runs the Android 16 operating system, while the standard Virat V1 uses a Unisoc SC9863A chipset with Android 15. The 5G model houses a larger 6,000 mAh battery, compared to the 5,000 mAh unit in the 4G variant. Both devices come with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, which is expandable via microSD card-up to 1TB for the...