Lava has launched the Aura Curve 5G in India, introducing its new Aura smartphone series aimed at consumers looking for a premium design and experience in the offline market. The smartphone features a 3D curved AMOLED display, a vegan leather finish, a rear mini screen and a 6,000mAh battery.
Lava Aura Curve 5G Specifications and Features
The Lava Aura Curve 5G features a 6.67-inch FHD+ 3D curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, up to 1,100 nits peak brightness and 1,920Hz PWM dimming. A rear mini screen also adds extra functionality, allowing users to check notifications, control music, view battery status and display custom messages.
The smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 octa-core processor clocked at 2.4GHz. Built on a 6nm process, the chipset has an AnTuTu score of over 800,000, according to Lava. It is paired with 6GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB of storage, with support for up to 6GB of additional virtual RAM.
The Aura Curve 5G packs a 6,000mAh battery with support for 45W fast charging. Lava includes a 33W charger in the box and claims up to 720 hours of standby time.
For photography, the smartphone features a 50-megapixel Sony IMX752 rear camera with electronic image stabilisation (EIS) and support for 2K video recording. Camera features include Night Mode, Pro Video, Dual-View Video, Motion Photo and Sports Mode.
On the front, it gets a 13-megapixel camera with screen flash for selfies and video calls. The Lava Aura Curve 5G runs Android 16 with a clean software experience that Lava says is free of pre-installed apps and advertisements. The company promises two years of OS upgrades and three years of security updates.
The phone also includes Lava's in-house Vayu AI features and an IR blaster that allows users to control compatible televisions and air conditioners. Audio is handled by dual stereo speakers, alongside dual-microphone noise cancellation.
For durability, the handset features IronGuard Protection with Al-Si DT Star 2 cover glass, IP64-rated dust and splash resistance, and MIL-STD-810H military-grade certification. It weighs 184 grams and comes with a premium vegan leather back finish, while the specifications also list a premium 3D PMMA back option.
Lava is offering a one-year replacement warranty on the handset and a six-month warranty on accessories. The company also provides its Free Service @ Home offering, which brings doorstep after-sales support across India.
Lava Aura Curve 5G Price in India and Availability
The Lava Aura Curve 5G is priced at Rs 23,999 in India and is available through Lava's offline retail network nationwide. The company has positioned the new Aura series for the above-Rs 20,000 segment, with a focus on design and a premium user experience.
The Lava Aura Curve 5G combines a curved AMOLED display, a distinctive rear mini screen, a large battery and a leather-style finish at Rs 23,999. Its offline-first availability sets it apart from brands that primarily sell through online channels. The clean Android 16 experience and promised software support could also appeal to buyers who prefer a straightforward interface. However, its overall value will depend on how its camera performance, everyday experience and charging speeds compare with competing smartphones in this price segment.
