Lava is gearing up to expand its 5G smartphone lineup with the launch of the Lava Blaze Dragon 5G, set to debut in India on July 25. Positioned as a budget-friendly offering with competitive hardware, the Blaze Dragon 5G is shaping up to be a strong contender in the sub-₹10,000 5G smartphone segment.

With key specifications already teased via Amazon and Lava’s official channels, here’s everything we know so far about this upcoming device.

Key Highlights:

Launching in India on July 25 at 12 PM IST

Price to be under ₹10,000

Powered by Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset

Features 50MP dual rear camera

Equipped with a 5,000mAh battery

Runs on Android 15 (stock experience)

Available in Golden Mist and Midnight Mist colors

Design and Display

The Lava Blaze Dragon 5G will feature a modern design with slim bezels, a centre-aligned waterdrop notch, and a slight chin at the bottom. It will sport a 6.74-inch HD+ 2.5D curved display, offering a resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and 450+ nits brightness, ideal for smoother scrolling and good visibility in most lighting conditions. The 20:9 aspect ratio makes it comfortable for single-hand usage and media consumption.

Performance and Software

Under the hood, the Blaze Dragon 5G is confirmed to be powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC, a 5G-capable chipset built on a 4nm process, offering efficiency and performance in the entry-level segment. The phone will come with 4GB LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB UFS 3.1 storage, with support for an additional 4GB virtual RAM, making multitasking smoother.

On the software front, it will run stock Android 15 out-of-the-box, giving users a clean, bloatware-free experience — a rarity in this price bracket.

Camera Capabilities

Photography is expected to be a strong point in this budget handset. The Blaze Dragon 5G will sport a dual rear camera setup, headlined by a 50-megapixel primary sensor. While the secondary sensor hasn’t been detailed yet, it is likely to be a depth or macro shooter.

On the front, the waterdrop notch is expected to house a modest selfie camera — details of which are yet to be revealed officially.

Battery and Charging

The device will pack a 5,000mAh battery, which is more than capable of powering the device for a full day or more on a single charge. It will support 18W wired fast charging via a USB Type-C port, allowing users to quickly top up the battery when needed.

Security and Other Features

For biometrics, the Lava Blaze Dragon 5G will include a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for quick access, along with AI-based face unlock. The handset is also expected to come with dual-SIM 5G support, standard connectivity options like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and GPS, and essential sensors.

Pricing and Availability

Lava has confirmed via Amazon that the Blaze Dragon 5G will be priced below ₹10,000, making it one of the most affordable 5G phones in India. A promotional image hints at a starting price of “₹X,999,” which likely means ₹9,999 or ₹8,999.

The phone will be available in two elegant shades — Golden Mist and Midnight Mist — and will officially launch in India on July 25 at 12 PM IST, likely through Amazon and Lava’s official website.

Conclusion

With the Blaze Dragon 5G, Lava is aiming to shake up the budget 5G smartphone space in India. Offering a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chip, Android 15, a 50MP camera, and 120Hz display, all under ₹10,000, this phone could become a game-changer for budget-conscious users seeking future-ready connectivity without compromising on performance and features.

Stay tuned as we cover the official launch with more details including real-world performance, camera samples, and comparisons.