A month after releasing the budget-friendly Lava Bold N2 smartphone, the company has unveiled the Bold N2 Pro-a surprising twist in the lineup. Unlike typical ”Pro” models, this version is both smaller and cheaper than the original, though it comes with some notable compromises.
The Lava Bold N2 Pro is powered by a Unisoc T7250 processor, a common choice for low-cost 4G smartphones. Built on a 12-nanometer process, it combines Cortex-A75 and A55 cores, Mali-G57 graphics, and an LTE modem. Lava offers the Pro exclusively with 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage.
The device features a 6.67-inch LCD display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and HD+ resolution (720p). It runs Android 15, but Lava promises only one major OS upgrade plus two years of security updates-meaning it likely won’t receive upgrades beyond Android 16.
Battery life relies on a 5000 mAh cell supporting 18W charging, but the included charger is a slower 10W unit. This may prolong charging times despite the phone’s fast-charge capability.
Comparing the Bold N2 Pro to the original Bold N2 reveals mixed differences:
- Display: Pro has a 6.67-inch 120 Hz display at 720p resolution; original has a larger 6.75-inch screen at 90 Hz with 720p+ resolution.
- Processor: Pro uses a newer Unisoc T7250 (12 nm) with Cortex-A75 and A55 cores; original uses an older Unisoc 9863A (28 nm) with eight Cortex-A55 cores at 1.6 GHz.
- Operating system: Pro runs Android 15; original runs Android 15 Go Edition optimized for low-end devices.
- Battery: Both have 5000 mAh capacity.
- Cameras: Pro features a 50 MP main and 8 MP front camera; original has 13 MP rear and 5 MP front cameras.
- Durability: Pro has IP54 dust and splash resistance; original features higher IP64 protection.
The Bold N2 Pro is available in Eclipse Grey and Aurora Gold finishes.
Pricing for the Lava Bold N2 Pro is:
- 4 GB RAM / 128 GB storage: approx. 8,000 rupees (~$100) on Flipkart (pre-order price, down from 10,500 rupees)
- Original Bold N2 4 GB RAM / 64 GB storage: listed around 9,000 rupees but currently out of stock
For international readers unfamiliar with Lava, the brand is part of India’s competitive smartphone scene, targeting budget-conscious buyers with affordable hardware featuring 4G connectivity and high-refresh-rate displays. Lava competes against major players like Xiaomi and Realme. The Bold N2 Pro’s positioning as a smaller, cheaper alternative with upgraded cameras but downgraded internals reflects the intense price-performance balancing common among emerging-market smartphones.
Instead of being a straightforward upgrade, the Bold N2 Pro serves as a parallel option prioritizing size, camera quality, and price over raw performance or durability. It challenges typical ”Pro” naming conventions by stepping sideways rather than forward.
The future of budget smartphones like the Bold N2 Pro depends on whether consumers prefer these mixed-feature trade-offs or demand more balanced upgrades. With Android 15 and limited software support, manufacturers also need to consider device longevity as entry-level users increasingly expect longer-term value from their phones.