Lava Bold N1 4G vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Lava Bold N1 4G (2025) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 22/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 153,667); the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Bold N1 4G doesn't; the Lava Bold N1 4G is noticeably lighter (200g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Bold N1 4G
Tecno Phantom V Fold
What makes Lava Bold N1 4G better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 299g
- Better portability (51/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 846
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Bold N1 4G vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 42 points higher (64/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (74/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold N1 4G and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Bold N1 4G | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 (Go edition) | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×76.1×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 200 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $79 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Bold N1 4G
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Bold N1 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Bold N1 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Bold N1 4G and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Lava Bold N1 4G by 90.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom V Fold
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (74/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (79/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold N1 4G and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold N1 4G or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G by 42 points (64/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N1 4G and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Lava Bold N1 4G has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N1 4G or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Bold N1 4G or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N1 4G over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.