The Lava Agni 2 5G launched in India in May 2023 at Rs 21,999 for 8 GB plus 256 GB. It was the most ambitious phone from the Indian brand at the time, and the first to use MediaTek's Dimensity 7050. Lava built its pitch around clean software, a premium curved design and home-grown credentials, alongside a free at-home service offer.
The 6.78-inch curved AMOLED runs at 120Hz with full HD resolution, and the matte glass back in Viridian green gives it a premium feel. The Dimensity 7050 delivers steady performance for everyday use and moderate gaming. The software is near-stock Android 13 with no bloatware or ads, a real differentiator against Realme and Xiaomi rivals at the time.
The quad camera has a 50 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide, a 2 MP depth and a 2 MP macro lens. Daylight results are respectable, low light less so. The 4700 mAh battery gets through a day, and 66W charging fills it quickly. Against the Redmi Note 12 Pro and Realme 11 5G, it stands out for its clean software more than its cameras.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 21,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | May 2023 |
| Segment | Mid-range |
| Display | 6.78-inch, Curved AMOLED, 120Hz, 1080 x 2400 |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7050 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | No |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP main + 8 MP ultrawide + 2 MP depth + 2 MP macro |
| Front camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 4700 mAh |
| Charging | 66W wired |
| Software at launch | Android 13 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Colours | Viridian |
What we like
- Clean Android without ads or bloatware
- Premium curved AMOLED
- Fast 66W charging
- Indian brand with home service
What could be better
- Average low-light camera
- Filler 2 MP lenses
- Single colour option
Who should buy it
Buyers who want a clean, ad-free Android experience from an Indian brand at a mid-range price.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (May 2023). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.