Lava Play Ultra 5G Launch Date and Price in India
Indian smartphone maker Lava International launched its new 5G smartphone, the Lava Play Ultra 5G, on October 8, 2025. The device is marketed as a performance-driven affordable gaming phone, targeting youthful customers looking for speed and fashion without breaking the bank.
- Initial Price: Rs 14,999 for 6GB RAM and 128GB storage
- Upper Variant: Rs 16,499 for 8GB RAM and 128GB storage
- Launch Offer: Rs 1,000 discount on ICICI, SBI and HDFC cards
- Effective Price: Rs 13,999 (6GB) and Rs 15,499 (8GB)
- Available On: Amazon India from August 25
- Color Variants: Arctic Frost and Arctic Slate
Lava Play Ultra 5G Performance and Display
The Lava Play Ultra 5G is driven by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor, which has a 4nm architecture. It comes with up to 8GB LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB UFS 3.1 storage, providing seamless multi-tasking and instant app launching.
• Display: 6.67-inch Full HD Plus AMOLED
• Refresh Rate: 120Hz
• Peak Brightness: 1000 nits
• Color Accuracy: 100 percent DCI P3 coverage
The screen provides colorful visuals and smooth scrolling, perfect for gaming, streaming and general use.
Camera Configuration and Photography
Lava Play Ultra 5G has a dual back camera configuration:
• Primary Camera: 64MP Sony IMX682 sensor
• Secondary Camera: 5MP macro lens
• Front Camera: 13MP for selfies and video calls
The camera application has Night Mode, HDR, Portrait, Beauty, Panorama, Slow Motion, Time Lapse, Filters, Pro Mode, AR Stickers and Macro Photography.
Battery Life and Charging Speed
The phone features a 5000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging. Lava promises that the battery will charge completely in 83 minutes and provide up to 45 hours of talk time.
Software and Update Promise
Lava Play Ultra 5G operates on Android 15 and has the following promise:
• 2 Android version updates
• 3 years of security updates
This is among the very few budget phones that provide long-term software support.
Build Quality and Durability
The phone has an IP64 rating, ensuring dust resistance and light splashes. The Arctic Frost variant sports a matte finish with a premium feel and fingerprint-resistant build.
Connectivity and Audio Experience
• Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2
• USB Type C and OTG support
• Stereo speakers with Dolby sound
These aspects improve the overall gaming and multimedia experience.
Final Thoughts
The Lava Play Ultra 5G is a serious contender in the affordable 5G space, providing high-end features such as AMOLED screen, Dimensity 7300 processor and Dolby sound at a reasonable price. With its Made in India label and long-term update guarantee, it is likely to attract gamers, students and general users as well.
