The Realme Narzo N65 5G recently debuted in the Indian market. It’s the second phone in the brand’s N-series and has a starting price of Rs 11,499. In this segment, there’s the Lava Yuva 5G, which is loaded with decent hardware specifications and rivals the newly launched Realme Narzo N65 5G.
If you’re confused between the two, we’re here to help.
Realme Narzo N65 5G vs Lava Yuva 5G: Specs at a glance
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Specs |
Realme Narzo N65 5G |
Lava Yuva 5G |
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Display |
6.67-inch HD+ LCD, 120Hz refresh rate, 500 nits, 264ppi, 720×1604 resolution |
6.53-inch HD+ LCD, 90Hz refresh rate, 269ppi, 720×1600 resolution |
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Dimensions |
165.6 x 76.1 x 7.9 mm |
163.4 x 76.2 x 9.1 mm |
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Weight |
190g |
208g |
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Software |
Android 14-based Realme UI 5.0 |
Android 13 |
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Camera |
50MP primary, 8MP front, video at 1080p at 30fps |
50MP primary, 2MP Macro; 8MP front, video at 1080p at 30fps |
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SoC |
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 |
Unisoc T750 |
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Battery & charging |
5,000mAh battery, 15W charging |
5,000mAh battery, 18W charging |
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Storage |
Up to 6GB RAM, 128GB storage |
6GB RAM, up to 128GB storage |
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Colours |
Amber Gold, Deep Green |
Mystic Green, Mystic Blue |
Realme Narzo N65 5G vs Lava Yuva 5G: Price in India
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Realme Narzo N65 5G |
Lava Yuva 5G |
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Rs 11,499 for 4GB RAM and 128GB storage |
Rs 9,499 for 4GB RAM and 64GB storage |
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Rs 12,499 for 6GB RAM and 128GB storage |
Rs 9,999 for 4GB RAM and 128GB storage |
Realme Narzo N65 5G vs Lava Yuva 5G: Design
The Realme Narzo N65 5G shares a stark similarity with the Realme C65 5G (review). The device has a camera configuration with an LED flash at the back that is symmetrically positioned in the top middle of a circular housing, which could make it wobble. The device appears to have a textured plastic back panel with feather-like strokes.
On the other hand, the Lava Yuva 5G also has a design reminiscent of the Realme Narzo N65 5G. It has a camera configuration with an LED flash at the rear placed in the top middle and housed in a circular module. Like the Realme Narzo N65 5G, the Lava Yuva 5 G’s rear camera module can make the device wobble while lying on a flat surface.
The Realme Narzo N65 5G is available in two shades: Amber Gold and Deep Green. The Lava Yuva 5 is available in Mystic Green and Mystic Blue colourways.
Realme Narzo N65 5G vs Lava Yuva 5G: Display
Both devices feature an HD+ LCD panel, but the Realme Narzo N65 has a higher 120Hz refresh rate over the Lava Yuva’s 90Hz. Besides this, the Realme Narzo N65 has a slightly larger display than the Lava Yuva.
Both displays should offer a pleasing and smooth viewing experience. However, it might not be easier to view the content directly under sunlight on either device.
Realme Narzo N65 5G vs Lava Yuva 5G: Performance
The Realme Narzo N65 5G packs a more powerful SoC at the helm than the Lava Yuva 5G. The MediaTek Dimensity 6300 Ultra is more dominant than the Unisoc T750.
However, neither of the devices will offer you flagship-grade performance, but both devices will handle basic tasks well, such as scrolling social media, web browsing, and video streaming. You expect slightly better performance from the Realme Narzo N65 5G than the Lava Yuva 5G.
While both devices offer up to 128GB storage, the Realme Narzo N65 5G offers more RAM and storage options than the Lava Yuva 5G. The internal storage is further expandable on both devices via a microSD card.
Realme Narzo N65 5G vs Lava Yuva 5G: Cameras
Both devices have a 50MP primary camera. While the Realme Narzo N65 focuses solely on its 50MP primary camera without additional secondary lenses, the Lava Yuva 5G also comes with a 2MP macro camera. You can expect either of the devices to take satisfying pictures via the primary camera that are worth posting on social media.
Both the Realme Narzo N65 5G and the Lava Yuva 5G offer 8MP selfie cameras and will deliver decent performance for everyday use. You can expect decent image quality suitable for social media sharing, video calls, and casual photography.
Realme Narzo N65 5G vs Lava Yuva 5G: Battery and charging
Both the Realme Narzo N65 5G and the Lava Yuva 5G offer a substantial 5,000mAh battery, ensuring good battery life. The Lava Yuva 5G, however, has a slight advantage with its 18W charging capability, which provides faster recharging times compared to the Realme Narzo N65 5 G’s 15W charging.
However, both the devices have a relatively slower charging speed compared to other modern smartphones, meaning it will take a bit longer to reach a full charge from a low battery level.
Realme Narzo N65 5G vs Lava Yuva 5G: Software
The Lava Yuva 5G comes with Android 13 out of the box and will receive an upgrade to Android 14, along with two years of security patches. While Android 13 is somewhat outdated, it would have been preferable if the phone had shipped with Android 14 and offered an upgrade to Android 15.
In contrast, the Realme Narzo N65 5G runs on Android 14 with the Realme UI 5.0 custom skin. It is assured three years of security and two years of software updates, providing more up-to-date and extended software support than the Lava Yuva 5G.
It’s also worth mentioning that Lava offers a stock Android experience with its device, while the Realme Narzo N65 5G will have a custom Realme UI skin on top with some pre-installed apps out of the box. However, you can remove the unwanted apps from the device.
Verdict
Both phones are a great pick if you’re a casual user and want a phone for everyday use without putting a hole in your pocket. However, after comparing the hardware specifications of both devices side by side, the Realme Narzo N65 5G offers more value than the Lava Yuva 5G. But if you want a secondary camera, slightly faster charging support, and a more affordable device, the Lava Yuva 5G is for you.
