Lava Storm Lite 5G – If you’ve been waiting for a powerful budget 5G phone that doesn’t empty your wallet, Lava’s got something exciting for you. The homegrown smartphone brand has officially launched two new 5G smartphones in India – the Lava Storm Lite 5G and the Lava Storm Play 5G – and both are packed with solid features at an aggressive price point.

Let’s break down what these two phones bring to the table and why they could be a big hit among budget smartphone buyers.

Big Displays, Smooth Experience

Both phones come with a large 6.75-inch HD+ LCD display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate. That means whether you’re scrolling through social media, watching videos, or playing games, you’ll get a smooth and responsive experience. The screen size is great for entertainment, and the higher refresh rate is something you don’t often see in this price range.

Performance: Two New Powerful Processors

Now, let’s talk about performance.

• The Lava Storm Lite 5G is powered by the all-new MediaTek Dimensity 6400 processor. It’s one of the first smartphones to use this chip, making it a fresh addition to the budget segment. You get 4GB of RAM and the choice between 64GB or 128GB of internal storage. Plus, there’s a microSD card slot if you need more space.
• On the other hand, the Storm Play 5G steps it up a notch. It comes with the MediaTek Dimensity 7060 processor and is also one of the first phones globally to use it. What’s even more impressive is that it features 6GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB of UFS 3.1 storage – which is usually found in much more expensive phones. That means faster app loading, smoother multitasking, and a snappy overall experience.

Cameras That Click

When it comes to cameras, both phones offer a decent setup:

• Storm Lite 5G has a 50MP rear camera, which should be great for your daily photography needs.
• The Storm Play 5G gets the same 50MP camera, plus an additional 2MP secondary sensor for better depth in portrait shots.

On the front, both phones feature an 8MP selfie camera, which is more than enough for video calls, selfies, and reels.

Battery Life and Charging

Both devices come with a 5000mAh battery, which is pretty standard now and enough to last you through a full day of use. The Storm Lite supports 15W charging, while the Storm Play bumps that up to 18W for slightly faster top-ups.

Latest Android and Clean UI

One of the best things about these phones is the software. They both run on Android 15 out of the box and come with no bloatware – that means a clean, fast, and clutter-free experience. Lava has also promised one major Android update and two years of security patches, which is great for peace of mind.

Design, Build & Features

• You’ll find a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, a 3.5mm headphone jack (yes, it’s still here!), and a USB Type-C port.
• The phones are also IP64 rated, meaning they’re resistant to dust and light splashes – handy for everyday use.
• For audio, there’s a bottom-ported speaker that should be decent for casual listening or calls.

Connectivity-wise, both phones support 5G (SA/NSA), 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, and more.

Pricing & Availability

Let’s talk money – here’s the good part.

• The Lava Storm Lite 5G comes in Astral Blue and Cosmic Titanium colors and starts at just ₹7,999 for the 4GB + 64GB variant. This is an introductory price, so it might go up later. It will be available on Amazon India starting June 24th at 12 noon.
• The more powerful Storm Play 5G is priced at ₹9,999 for the lone 6GB + 128GB version, also at an introductory price. It will go on sale from June 19th at 12 noon, again via Amazon.

Final Thoughts

Lava’s new Storm series is clearly aimed at offering strong performance and modern features without burning a hole in your pocket. With features like high refresh rate displays, brand-new processors, big batteries, and clean Android 15, both the Storm Lite and Storm Play look like solid options in the budget 5G market.

As Lava’s Product Head, Sumit Singh, puts it – this series is all about bringing cutting-edge tech to the masses, and it sure looks like they’ve nailed it with this launch.