Smartphone OEMs have been flooding the Indian market with 5G handsets. And most of the brands are focusing on introducing pocket-friendly devices backed with the modern network. The trend is in its full swing majorly with the Chinese brands. However, Indian smartphone makers are also venturing into this space with new offerings. Lava is the first homegrown smartphone maker which has introduced a 5G phone for the Indian audience. The Lava Agni 5G is the brand’s latest model, which will cater to the mid-range audience.
The Lava Agni 5G has been launched at Rs. 19,999 in the country for the single 8GB RAM model. It goes up against the likes of the Realme 8S 5G and the Samsung Galaxy M32 5G. Both these handsets are also new in the market and are the major rival of the Lava Agni 5G. We already are aware of the Realme 8S 5G and Galaxy M32 5G’s popularity amongst the Indian audience. But, what gives the Lava Agni 5G an edge over the remaining two models from the existing players? Is it the affordable pricing or the specifications? Here in this comparison article, we have broken it down for you. Take a look:
Lava Agni 5G Vs Galaxy M32 5G Vs Realme 8S 5G: Display, Camera Features
We start the list off with the display and camera specifications. The Lava Agni 5G and the Realme 8S 5G have a high-end display compared to the Galaxy M32 5G. The Lava Agni 5G flaunts a 6.78-inch display with an FHD+ resolution, while the Realme 8S 5G sports a 6.50-inch FHD+ display. Both these models support a higher 90Hz refresh rate.
On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy M32 5G also has a 6.5-inch display. However, the remaining aspects are standard here. This model offers a 720P HD+ screen resolution and 60Hz refresh rate. Based on the display panel, the Lava Agni 5G and the Realme 8S 5G takes the lead here with an FHD+ resolution and 90Hz refresh rate.
As for the imaging setup, the Lava and the Samsung models have a quad-camera setup, while the Realme variant ships with a triple-lens module. The Lava Agni 5G’s camera setup comprises a 64MP primary sensor with an f/1.79 aperture, a 5MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a pair of 2MP sensors (depth and macro sensor). The Samsung Galaxy M32 5G’s quad-lens setup includes a 48MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a dual 2MP sensor for depth and macro photography.
Lastly, the Realme 8S 5G features a 64MP main lens at the back with an f/1.8 aperture and a set of 2MP sensors for depth and macro photography. Both Lava Agni 5G and the Realme 8S 5G are equipped with a 16MP snapper for selfies and video calling, while the Galaxy M32 5G packs a comparatively smaller 13MP selfie sensor.
Lava Agni 5G Vs Samsung Galaxy M32 5G Vs Realme 8S 5G: Hardware, Software, Battery Comparison
The processor driving both Lava Agni 5G and the Realme 8S 5G are the same. They both are launched with MediaTek’s latest budget 5G processor, i.e, the Dimensity 810 processor. Whereas, the Samsung Galaxy M32 5G is driven by Qualcomm’s octa-core Snapdragon 720 SoC. The configurations are identical in all three variants. The Lava Agni 5G comes with a single 8GB RAM and 128GB storage option.
You can buy the Realme 8S 5G as well as the Galaxy M32 5G with the same configuration. However, there is also a low-end model available for both these models (6GB RAM+ 128GB storage). The software version is also the same across all three devices, i.e, Android 11 OS. However, except for the Lava variant, you will get to see a custom skin on top of the Android OS instead of stock Android UI.
The battery capacity packed inside all these latest 5G models is also the same, i.e, a 5,000 mAh unit along with proprietary fast charging support.
Lava Agni 5G VS Galaxy M32 5G Vs Realme 8S 5G: Price Comparison
The Lava Agni 5G has been launched in a sole 8GB RAM+ 128GB storage configuration. This model will cost you Rs. 19,999. The Samsung Galaxy M32 5G’s low-end model which has 6GB RAM and 128GB storage model is available at Rs. 20,999, while the top model which packs 8GB RAM and 128GB storage option can be purchased at Rs. 22,999. Likewise, the Realme 8S 5G price starts at Rs. 17,999. But, that’s the pricing of the 6GB RAM+ 128GB storage model. It also comes with an 8GB RAM and 128GB storage model which is priced the same as the Lava Agni 5G (Rs. 19,999).
