Lava Bold N2 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A04

The Lava Bold N2 5G (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $105 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Bold N2 5G leads — 20/100 vs 19/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Bold N2 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP.

The Lava Bold N2 5G edges out the Samsung Galaxy A04 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Bold N2 5G
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 45
Design 50
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy A04
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
What makes Lava Bold N2 5G better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Cheaper: $105 vs $135

  • Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A04 better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Lava Bold N2 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Lava Bold N2 5G scores 1 points higher (20/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

Lava Bold N2 5G: The Lava Bold N2 5G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy A04: The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Lava Bold N2 5G Samsung Galaxy A04
Processor Unisoc T8200 Unisoc
AnTuTu 450000
Geekbench Single 750
Geekbench Multi 2200
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.5" PLS LCD
Resolution 1600x720 720x1600
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 10W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 12, One UI Core 4.1
NFC no
Dimensions 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm
Weight 192 g
Price $105 $135
Camera comparison
Lava Bold N2 5G
  • Main: 13MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Lava Bold N2 5G
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 6.5" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Lava Bold N2 5G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Lava Bold N2 5G
$105
Samsung Galaxy A04
$135

Price difference: $30. Lava Bold N2 5G is cheaper by $30.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Lava Bold N2 5G edges out the Samsung Galaxy A04 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Lava Bold N2 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Lava Bold N2 5G has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.

Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Samsung Galaxy A04 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Lava Bold N2 5G over the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Lava Bold N2 5G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.