Lava Bold N1 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Lava Bold N1 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T765, 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 34/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Bold N1 doesn't; the Lava Bold N1 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Bold N1
Tecno Phantom V Fold
What makes Lava Bold N1 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 299g
- Better portability (58/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 2200
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 40/100)
- 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 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 30 points higher (64/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 40/100). 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 (74/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 (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 is a bit better (58/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Bold N1 | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T765 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | 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 / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.6×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 198 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $89 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Bold N1
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Bold N1
- 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
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 (74/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 (79/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 (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 is a bit better (58/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold N1 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 by 30 points (64/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N1 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Lava Bold N1 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N1 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 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N1 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.