Our Opinion
The Nokia 216 Dual SIM is a slightly better phone, but the Lava GEM is slightly better value for money. Which phone should you buy? It’s a close call, but if your budget allows for it, then Nokia 216 Dual SIM might be a slightly better choice.
| Lava GEM | Nokia 216 Dual SIM | |
|---|---|---|
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| Buy Now | Buy | Buy |
| Excellence Score |
12.2 |
12.6 |
| Value for Money Score |
68.5 |
67.0 |
| Price | ₹ 1,518 onwards | ₹ 1,944 onwards |
| Launch Date (India) | Oct, 2018 | Oct, 2016 |
| Expected Launch Date | N/A | N/A |
| Smartphone OS | ||
| Touchscreen | ||
| Screen Size | 2.8 inches | 2.4 inches |
| Screen Resolution | 240x320 pixels (~ 143 pixels per inch) | 240x320 pixels (~ 167 pixels per inch) |
| Tall Aspect Ratio / Minimal Bezels | ||
| Scratch Resistant Display | ||
| Display Type | N/A | TFT LCD |
| Screen Refresh Rate | N/A | N/A |
| Display Features | N/A | Transmissive LCD |
| Full Physical QWERTY Keypad | ||
| Processor | N/A | N/A |
| Processor Type | Single Core | Single Core |
| Processor Name | N/A | N/A |
| GPU | N/A | N/A |
| RAM | N/A | N/A |
| 3G | ||
| 4G | ||
| 5G | ||
| VoLTE | ||
| WiFi | ||
| VoWiFi/WiFi-Calling | ||
| GPS | ||
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Connecting Port | microUSB | microUSB |
| Primary Camera | 1.3MP | 0.3MP |
| Camera Auto-Focus | ||
| Camera Flash | Yes | Yes |
| HD Video Recording | ||
| Other Camera Features | N/A | N/A |
| Secondary Camera | 0.3MP | |
| Secondary Camera Features | N/A | Selfie Flash |
| Internal Memory | N/A | 16 MB |
| Expandable Memory Slot | Yes, up to 32 GB | Yes, up to 32 GB |
| Contacts Storage | 1000 contacts | 2000 contacts |
| SMS Storage | 100 messages | N/A |
| Music Player | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | Yes (Wireless) | Yes |
| Dual SIM | GSM+GSM | GSM+GSM |
| Thickness | 13.3 mm | 13.5 mm |
| Weight | N/A | 82 gm |
| Width | N/A | N/A |
| Audio Output | 3.5mm jack | 3.5mm jack |
| Water Resistant | ||
| Battery Capacity | 1750 mAh | 1020 mAh |
| Battery Standby | N/A | 576 hrs |
| Battery Standby (3G) | N/A | N/A |
| Battery Talktime | N/A | 18.00 hrs |
| Battery Talktime (3G) | N/A | N/A |
| Fast Charging Support | ||
| Included Fast Charger | ||
| Other Battery Parameters | N/A | Audio Playback Time: 47 hrs |
| Fingerprint sensor | ||
| Other Features | 2 years Manufacturer Warranty; Speed dial; Reject by SMS; Conference; Blacklist Number; 22 Languages Support; Call blink notification; FM Recording; Games: Air Strike, Ninja Up, Danger Dash | Real Time Video Streaming (RTSP); YouTube Browsing and Video Streaming; Unplug Charger Reminder; Opera Mini; Facebook |
| 2-minute Review [Positives] | N/A | N/A |
| 2-minute Review [Negatives] | N/A | N/A |
| Expert Reviews | N/A | N/A |
| User Reviews | ||
| Official Website | Official Website » | N/A |
| Unofficial specs? | N/A | N/A |
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