Lava Agni 4 vs Realme GT 7: Big Battery Phones Take Opposite Paths

India's competitive mid-tier smartphone sector has undergone a transformation where functionality that was once the exclusive domain of high-end phones is now considered to be standard. This season, two models that have driven the aforementioned movement are Lava's Agni 4 and Realme's GT 7. These models are powered by the same Android 15 and large batteries but cater to totally different users. Their oppositional concerns reflect how different brands will be determining the value of their products in the year 2025.

Lava has equipped the Agni 4 with MediaTek's Dimensity 8350, which is a chip that has been positioned for steady everyday performance and moderate gaming. The phone comes with 8GB RAM but can be expanded through virtual memory to 16GB and comes with UFS 4.0 storage that is available in 128GB and 256GB options.

Realme, on the other hand, opts for a more powerful approach. The GT 7 runs on the Dimensity 9400e, which is a processor that operates much closer to the flagship territory. Realme's configuration goes up to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage. It is aimed at users who need very high performance for multitasking and high-load applications.

Both smartphones, Realme and Lava, are equipped with 6.78-inch AMOLED panels that feature 120Hz refresh rates, but the difference in resolution sets them apart. Realme has a 1.5K display (1264×2780), which ensures that text is clearer and detail is more pronounced. Lava still has a FHD+ display that works fine for most activities, although gaming and video streaming are the areas where the difference becomes apparent.

Lava provides the Agni 4 with a 50MP primary camera accompanied by 8MP ultra-wide and 8MP sensor which is providing simple usage for daily photography. It is also equipped with a 16MP front camera capable of 4K video recording which makes it a little bit more competitive in its class.

Realme, on the other hand, is more daring in its choices. The GT 7 comes with a triple-50MP camera arrangement, one of which is a telephoto lens—Lava doesn't provide this feature on the Agni 4. The addition of a telephoto lens helps with both zooming and portraits by adding depth to the background. In addition, the 32MP front camera guarantees the best quality, even in difficult lighting situations.

Both the Realme and Lava phones come with a 7000mAh battery, which is rare even today. The charging speed, however, is what distinguishes the two phones. The Lava phone can charge up to 66W, while the Realme phone has a charging speed of 120W, which is the reason behind almost no waiting time between uses.

Lava keeps its close-to-stock Android tactic. The Agni 4 is built on Android 15 but with very few add-ons, and it has IP64 protection to guard against dust and splashes of water.

Realme does the same with Android 15 but applies more customizations on top. The interface offers more tools and personalization options at the cost of a slightly heavier use of resources.

Which phone is best for which customer?

The Realme GT 7's target market is those who seek premium performance, speedy storage, powerful optics, and quick charging at a non-flagship price. It is made for use with resource-heavy applications, gaming, and photo-centric workflows.

On the contrary, the Lava Agni 4 attracts the attention of customers who are on the lookout for reliability and cost-effectiveness. Its straightforward software, good performance, and battery lasting a long time make it a practical choice for users who prefer ease of use over maximum power.

If you are after an inexpensive phone that comes with a stock-like Android experience, the Agni 4 could be the device that fits your requirements best. On the other hand, users who seek a mid-range phone that is future-proof and has better performance and camera flexibility will probably go for the GT 7.