
The Lava A51 is an entry-level smartphone released in October 2016, featuring a 4.5-inch TFT display, Spreadtrum SC7731C chipset with 512MB RAM, 5MP rear camera, VGA front camera, removable 1750 mAh battery, dual SIM support, and running Android 6.0 Marshmallow. It is ideal for basic communication and light smartphone use.
7/2/2026
| Identity Brand | Lava |
| Identity Model | Lava A51 |
| Launch Announced | 2016, October. Released 2016, October |
| Launch Status | Discontinued |
| Body Dimensions | 136 x 66 x 9.9 mm (5.35 x 2.60 x 0.39 in) |
| Body Weight | - |
| SIM SIM | Dual SIM |
| Display Type | TFT |
| Display Size | 4.5 inches, 55.8 cm | 2 | (~62.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Display Resolution | 480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 ppi density) |
| Platform OS | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
| Platform Chipset | Spreadtrum SC7731C |
| Memory Internal | 8GB 512MB RAM |
| Camera Rear | Single: 5 MP |
| Camera Front | Single: VGA |
| Battery | Li-Ion 1750 mAh, removable |
| Network Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| Network 2G bands | GSM 900 / 1800 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| Network 3G bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| Network Speed | HSPA |
| Connectivity Network | GSM / HSPA |
| Connectivity Wireless | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | 2.1, EDR | GPS | No |
| Connectivity USB | microUSB 2.0 |
The Lava A51 is an entry-level phone released in October 2016, offering a simple solution for users who need a device with basic yet functional features. With a compact body measuring 136 x 66 x 9.9 mm and a 4.5-inch display with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, the Lava A51 is comfortable to hold and easy to use with one hand. Its TFT screen delivers fairly sharp images for everyday activities such as browsing, chatting, and light video watching, thanks to a screen-to-body ratio of about 62.2%.
In terms of performance, the Lava A51 relies on the Spreadtrum SC7731C chipset paired with 512MB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage. Although the RAM capacity is relatively small, the device runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow, providing a smooth enough user experience for basic apps and light multitasking. Users can take advantage of the dual SIM feature supporting 2G and 3G networks, ensuring easy connectivity in various network conditions.
For photography, the Lava A51 is equipped with a 5MP rear camera capable of capturing standard photos for everyday documentation needs. A VGA front camera is also available for video calls or simple selfies. While it does not offer advanced camera features, this setup is sufficient for basic visual communication.
Regarding battery life, the Lava A51 uses a removable 1750 mAh Li-Ion battery. This capacity is adequate for light use such as calls, SMS, and occasional internet access, with the advantage of a removable battery that can be replaced if needed. Charging is done via a common microUSB 2.0 port, although it does not support fast charging.
Suitable for: users who need a simple phone for basic communication, students learning to use a smartphone, or as a backup device with sufficiently complete features for daily needs.