Homegrown brand boltt, from the parent company Fire-Boltt, has officially entered the smartphone category with the introduction of its first two handsets: the boltt Ace 5G and the boltt Evo.
Tailored for the Indian market, both devices run on a clean, bloatware-free build of Android 16 and incorporate Google Gemini AI features alongside large displays and high-capacity batteries.
Shared Specifications and Software
Both smartphones share several hardware and software foundations designed around multimedia consumption and battery longevity:
- Display: 6.79-inch display featuring a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 600 nits of peak brightness.
- Battery & Design: 6,000mAh battery housed in a chassis measuring 7.95mm in thickness.
- Operating System: Android 16 with a clean, stock interface.
- AI Integration: Native support for Google Gemini experiences, including Circle to Search, Google Lens, and AI Night Mode for image processing.
- Front Camera: 8MP sensor equipped with Real Tone processing to represent diverse skin tones accurately.
boltt Ace 5G
Positioned higher in the lineup, the Ace 5G emphasizes performance, upgraded camera hardware, and connectivity.
- Processor: UNISOC T8200 octa-core chipset (delivering an AnTuTu benchmark score exceeding 547,000).
- Rear Camera: 64MP primary AI camera supporting AI Portrait Mode and AI Night Mode.
- Charging & Connectivity: 18W fast charging via USB Type-C (18W adapter included in the box), NFC support for contactless payments, and expandable storage.
- Colors: Arctic White, Burgundy Bliss, Forest Green, Lavender Bloom, Midnight Black, Sky Blue
boltt Evo
The boltt Evo serves as the brand’s accessible entry-tier offering, focusing on daily performance and essential camera capabilities.
- Processor: UNISOC T7250 octa-core processor.
- Rear Camera: Dual-camera setup featuring a 50MP AI primary sensor paired with a 2MP macro lens.
- Camera Features: AI Portrait Mode, AI Night Mode, and AI Selfie Enhancement.
- Colors: Arctic White, Berry Red, Lavender Bloom, Midnight Black, Sky Blue
boltt Ace 5G and boltt Evo specifications
| Feature | boltt Ace 5G | boltt Evo |
| Display | 6.79-inch, 120Hz refresh rate, up to 600 nits | |
| Processor | UNISOC T8200 octa-core (547,000+ AnTuTu) | UNISOC T7250 octa-core |
| RAM Options | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB |
| Storage Options | 64GB / 128GB (Expandable) | 64GB / 128GB |
| Rear Camera Setup | 64MP AI Main Camera | 50MP AI Main + 2MP Macro Lens |
| Front Camera | 8MP AI with Real Tone | |
| Camera Features | AI Portrait Mode, AI Night Mode | AI Portrait, AI Night Mode, AI Selfie Enhancement |
| Operating System | Android 16 (Stock, No Bloatware) | |
| Battery & Charging | 6,000mAh, 18W Fast Charging (USB-C) | 6,000mAh |
| Dimensions and Weight | 170×77.71×8.5mm;233g | |
| NFC Support | Yes | No |
Pricing and Availability
| boltt ACE 5G | Standard Price | Day 1 Launch Offer |
| 4GB + 64GB | INR 13,999 | INR 12,999 |
| 6GB + 128GB | INR 14,999 | INR 13,999 |
| 8GB + 128GB | INR 15,999 | INR 14,999 |
| boltt Evo | Standard Price | Day 1 Launch Offer |
| 4GB + 64GB | INR 10,999 | INR 9,999 |
| 6GB + 128GB | INR 11,999 | INR 10,999 |
Both the boltt Ace 5G and boltt Evo will be available exclusively on Flipkart, with sales commencing on September 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM IST.
Commenting on the smartphone debut, Arnav Kishore, Founder & CEO, boltt said:
We are taking a consumer first approach to smartphones, with a clear focus on making technology more relevant, accessible and meaningful to everyday consumers. Our entry into the category is rooted in a simple belief: consumers should have access to the experiences they value without having to compromise on what matters to them. Ace 5G and Evo mark the beginning of our smartphone journey, and we look forward to bringing this approach to a much wider set of consumers across India.