Lava Z50 Pro 4G: Is It Still a Budget Option in Kenya?
The Lava Z50 Pro 4G is an ultra-cheap phone that shows up in Kenya now and then. If you only need basic functionality and don’t mind its limitations, it can be acceptable. Below are its specs, strengths and weaknesses, price, and where you might buy it.
Specifications
- Operating System: Android Oreo Go Edition (Price in Kenya)
- Chipset: MediaTek MT6737M, quad-core ~1.1 GHz (Price in Kenya)
- RAM / Storage: 1 GB RAM; 8 GB internal storage; microSD support up to 64 GB (Price in Kenya)
- Display: 4.5-inch TN/TFT screen, 480 × 854 pixels resolution (Price in Kenya)
- Rear Camera: 5 MP with LED flash (Price in Kenya)
- Front Camera: 5 MP (Price in Kenya)
- Battery: 2,000 mAh (Price in Kenya)
- Other features: Dual SIM, 4G support, Android One / Go Edition, plastic build; microUSB port (Price in Kenya)
Strengths
- 4G support gives better connectivity than many older “feature phones” or basic 3G models. (TechTrendsKE)
- Small size and lightweight — easy to carry, pocket-friendly.
- Very affordable: for someone whose needs are just calls, messaging, and maybe light social apps, this can suffice.
- Android Go Edition is lighter and made for low-memory devices; apps run more smoothly than on full Android in some cases.
Weaknesses
- Very limited RAM (1 GB) and storage (8 GB) cause slow performance and little space for apps and media.
- Display is low resolution and small; viewing videos or reading text may feel strained.
- Battery is small; 2,000 mAh will struggle under moderate usage, especially as battery ages.
- Cameras are basic: low MP and likely poor low-light performance.
- Discontinued model — accessories, replacement parts, or service support may be rare. (Price in Kenya)
Price in Kenya & Where to Buy
- Approximate price: KSh 7,100 as listed on PriceInKenya. (Price in Kenya)
- Another listing on Kilimall showed KSh 5,499 when on discount. (kilimall.co.ke)
- Note: the model is discontinued, so new stock may be limited. (Price in Kenya)
Purchase Links
- PriceInKenya – Lava Z50 Pro 4G (priceinkenya.com) (Price in Kenya)
- Kilimall Kenya – Lava Z50 Pro 1GB/8GB (kilimall.co.ke) (kilimall.co.ke)
Verdict
If your budget is very tight and all you need is a phone for calls, basic messaging, light usage, the Lava Z50 Pro 4G can serve. But if you want smoother performance, more app support, better battery life, or current software, stretching a bit more for a newer model will likely be worth it.
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