The Lava Agni 4 5G has made a definitive statement in the Indian smartphone market, officially launching as a powerhouse device designed to challenge the dominance of international brands in the fiercely contested sub-₹25,000 segment. Lava has successfully translated pre-launch leaks into a tangible product, focusing heavily on raw performance, premium build quality, and a commitment to clean software.1
The Agni 4 is more than just an upgrade; it is Lava’s most ambitious attempt yet to capture the premium mid-range crown, armed with a flagship-grade chipset and next-gen memory standards.2
Official Price and Market Availability
The Lava Agni 4 was officially launched in India on November 20, 2025, with sales commencing shortly after.3
| Variant | RAM / Storage | Official Launch Price | Current Effective Price (with Bank Offers) |
| Sole Variant | 8GB LPDDR5X + 256GB UFS 4.0 | ₹24,999 | ~₹22,999 |
- Availability: The device is available for purchase exclusively via Amazon India and the official Lava website.4
- Colorways: Phantom Black and Lunar Mist finishes.5
- Initial Offers: Lava offered a steep launch discount of up to ₹2,000 via select bank credit card transactions, bringing the effective price down substantially.6
Performance: Flagship-Level Hardware in the Mid-Range
The Agni 4’s core strength lies in its chipset and memory configuration, which is a specification set typically reserved for much higher-priced flagship devices.7
1. The Powerhouse Processor
The phone is driven by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 5G chipset, built on an efficient 4nm fabrication process.8
- AnTuTu Score: Lava officially touts an AnTuTu V10 score exceeding 14,00,000 (1.4 Million).9 This places the Agni 4 firmly in the ‘Flagship Killer’ category, offering outstanding performance for demanding games and intensive multitasking, backed by a VC Liquid Cooling System to maintain thermals.10
2. Next-Gen Memory and Storage
This is a major selling point, providing speeds that outclass nearly every competitor at this price:
- RAM: 8GB LPDDR5X RAM, which is faster and more power-efficient than the LPDDR4X standard common in this segment.11
- Storage: 256GB UFS 4.0 storage.12 This is a monumental upgrade, offering theoretical read/write speeds that are roughly twice as fast as the widely used UFS 3.1, translating to instant app loading, faster game booting, and seamless file handling.13
Display, Design, and Durability
The design of the Agni 4 features a significant leap towards premium aesthetics and durability.14
- Display: 6.67-inch AMOLED Display.15 It features a sharp 1.5K+ resolution (1220 x 2712 pixels) and a buttery smooth 120Hz refresh rate.16
- Brightness: Peak brightness reaches a stunning 2,400 nits, ensuring perfect outdoor visibility even under direct Indian sunlight.17
- Build Quality: Lava has incorporated an Aluminum Alloy Frame and a Matte AG Glass Back, replacing the plastic builds of its predecessors, giving it a premium feel and superior durability.18
- Durability: The device comes with an IP64 rating for dust and water splash resistance and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5.19 It also supports Wet Touch Controls, allowing the screen to respond even with wet fingers.20
Custom Action Key
The Agni 4 features a physical, Customizable Action Key on the side, a feature inspired by premium smartphones.21 This key can be programmed to perform over 100 shortcut functions with a short press, double press, or long press (e.g., launching the camera, turning on the torch, or opening a favorite app).22
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Camera: High-Resolution Dual Setup
Lava has focused its camera strategy on two high-resolution sensors, emphasizing stability and clear imaging.23
| Sensor | Specification | Key Feature |
| Primary Rear | 50MP (1/1.55” sensor size) | Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) for steady low-light photos and video. |
| Ultra-Wide Rear | 8MP | 112-degree Field of View. |
| Front Camera | 50MP | High-resolution selfie camera supporting $4\text{K}@60\text{fps}$ video recording. |
| Video Recording | Rear and Front support $4\text{K}@60\text{fps}$. | Offers advanced video modes, including ProRes Video Recording support. |
Battery, Charging, and AI Features
The phone packs a sensible battery unit paired with ultra-fast charging to minimize downtime.24
- Battery: A 5,000mAh Li-Po cell.25 While early leaks suggested a 7,000mAh unit, the final capacity is 5,000mAh, balancing weight and thickness with capacity.26
- Charging: 66W Wired Fast Charging (Charger included).27 Lava claims the phone can charge from 28$0\%$ to 29$50\%$ in just 19 minutes and achieve a full charge in approximately 51 minutes.30
- Software & Vayu AI: Running on a clean, Zero Bloatware Android 15, Lava promises 3 years of major OS upgrades and 4 years of security patches.31 It also integrates Lava’s Vayu AI Assistant, featuring specialized AI agents for tasks like text summarization, content generation, and on-device analysis.32
Conclusion: Made In India, Built for Performance
The Lava Agni 4 5G represents a major shift for the Indian smartphone market.33 It successfully undercuts major competitors on price while matching or exceeding them on core specifications like the Dimensity 8350, LPDDR5X, and UFS 4.0 storage.34 For users prioritizing raw speed, premium build, and a clean, bloatware-free Android experience with long-term software support, the Agni 4 is perhaps the strongest “Made in India” offering in the premium mid-range segment to date.
