Lava Yuva 5G
How long will it last?
Our estimateSupported until May 2026 · Buy-by May 2024
Apple doesn't publish an end date, but iPhones have a consistent ~2-year update track record — on that basis the Yuva 5G should be supported until around May 2026. Buying it today still gets you about -0.1 years of safe use (Apple's written legal minimum is 5 years).
Source: Lava's official policy · last verified 2026-06-17 · how we compute this
Our verdict
An ultra-budget 5G phone that brings clean Android and a 50MP camera under ₹10,000, with estimated support to 2026.
Pros
- One of the cheapest clean-Android 5G phones available
- Big 5000mAh battery and a 90Hz screen for the price
- Estimated software support including an Android upgrade into 2026
Cons
- Only HD+ resolution and slow 18W charging
- Entry-level Unisoc chip limits performance
Full specifications
Display
💡 Bigger numbers = smoother scrolling (Hz) and easier outdoor reading (nits).
| Screen | 6.52-inch IPS LCD, HD+, 90Hz, 2.5D curved glass |
Performance
💡 The phone's brain — it decides speed today and how well it ages.
| Chipset | Unisoc T750 (6nm) |
| RAM | 4GB |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB |
Cameras
💡 Megapixels aren't everything — lens variety matters more day-to-day.
| main | 50MP — AI dual camera |
| depth | 2MP |
| front | 8MP |
Battery & charging
💡 Capacity in mAh — bigger usually means longer between charges.
| Battery | 5,000 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired |
Build
💡 Size, weight, and the materials between your phone and the floor.
| Dimensions | 164.8 × 75.8 × 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 199 g |
| Materials | Plastic frame and back |
| Water resistance | Not rated |
Software & connectivity
💡 The software it ships with, and how far it can upgrade.
| Software | Android 13 (near-stock) at launch |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, USB-C, 3.5mm jack |
| Update policy | ~1 years of updates (our estimate from Lava's track record — written minimum is 5 years) |
Better-value alternatives
Similar price, lower cost per month of safe ownership.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Lava Yuva 5G cost?
It launched in India at ₹9,499 (around $110) for the 4GB/64GB model and now sells for slightly less.
Will the Yuva 5G get Android updates?
Lava indicated roughly two years of software support including an Android upgrade, running into about 2026.
Is the Yuva 5G good for gaming?
Not really; its entry-level Unisoc T750 chip and HD+ screen are aimed at everyday use rather than demanding games.
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Specs are collected from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers and change often. Support end dates follow each brand's official policy (or, for Apple, its documented historical pattern). Last verified 2026-06-17.