Lava has expanded its Yuva smartphone series with the launch of the new Lava Yuva Star 3, as the successor to last year’s Yuva Star 2. This phone is aimed at first-time buyers, offering a strong focus on reliable performance and long-lasting battery life.
It packs a 6.75-inch HD+ LCD screen with 90Hz refresh rate, is powered by UNISOC SC9863A processor with 4GB of RAM with 4GB of virtual RAM with RAM expansion, and runs Android 15 Go Edition.
The phone has IP64 ratings for dust and splash resistance and a 13MP rear camera and a 5MP camera on the front. It packs a 5000mAh battery with 10W charging over USB Type-C.
Lava Yuva Star 3 specifications
- 6.75-inch (720 x 1600 pixels) HD+ LCD screen, 90Hz refresh rate
- 1.6GHz Octa-Core Unisoc SC9863A processor with IMG8322 GPU
- 4GB RAM, 64GB internal storage, expandable memory up to 512GB with microSD
- Android 15 Go Edition
- Dual SIM (nano + nano + microSD)
- 13MP rear camera, LED Flash
- 5MP front-facing camera
- Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
- 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio, Bottom-ported speaker
- Dust & Splash Resistant (IP64 ratings)
- Dimensions: 164.96×76.1×8.5mm; Weight: 193.7g
- Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, USB Type-C
- 5000mAh battery with 10W charging
Pricing and availability
The Lava Yuva Star 3 comes in Indus Black and Siachen White colours and is priced at Rs. 7,499 for the single 4GB + 64GB model. It comes with 1-year warranty and free service at home. The phone will be available pan India across retail outlets from March, 2026.
Commenting on the launch, Sumit Singh, Head – Product, Lava International Limited, said:
The Yuva series is designed for first-time users, with a focus on performance and design in the 4G portfolio. For Star 3, we have ensured we cater to the segment with affordable pricing and all necessary features like a dual rear camera, IP64, and Band 28, which aligns with the real-life needs of our users. The strategy for the series rests on offering a balanced and value-driven experience with good durability and hassle-free post-sales service.