boltt enters smartphone market with Ace 5G and Evo

Homegrown brand boltt has entered India’s smartphone market with two new models, combining 120Hz displays, Google Gemini-powered features, Android 16, large batteries and AI-enabled cameras across affordable price segments.

boltt, the smartphone brand from the house of Fire-Boltt, has entered the Indian smartphone market with the launch of the Ace 5G and Evo. The company is targeting consumers looking for a combination of everyday performance, AI-enabled features, display capabilities and battery endurance at accessible price points.

Both smartphones feature a 6.79-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 600 nits of brightness. The combination is designed to provide smoother scrolling and responsive interactions while supporting entertainment, browsing and other content-consumption activities.

The two devices also integrate Google Gemini-powered features, including Circle to Search and Google Lens. These tools allow users to interact with information appearing on their screens, identify objects, translate text and conduct searches without leaving the activity they are engaged in.

Both models run Android 16 and are positioned with a clean software experience without unnecessary pre-installed applications. AI Night Mode is included for low-light photography, while the 8MP front-facing camera with Real Tone is designed to produce natural-looking selfies across different skin tones.

A 6000mAh battery powers both smartphones, while their 7.95mm slim profile is aimed at balancing battery capacity with everyday handling.

boltt Ace 5G targets performance-focused users

The Ace 5G sits at the higher end of boltt’s new smartphone portfolio and is powered by the UNISOC T8200 octa-core processor. It is claimed to achieve an AnTuTu score of more than 5,47,000 and is available with configurations of up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage.

For imaging, the smartphone carries a 64MP AI primary camera and an 8MP front camera featuring Real Tone. Its camera software includes AI Portrait Mode and AI Night Mode, with the company positioning the setup for photography across different lighting environments.

The handset supports 18W fast charging through a USB Type-C port, with an 18W charger supplied in the box. NFC is also included for payments and device pairing, while expandable storage provides additional space for applications, photographs and other files.

The Ace 5G will be offered in three configurations: 4GB + 64GB at Rs 13,999, 6GB + 128GB at Rs 14,999 and 8GB + 128GB at Rs 15,999. Under the Day 1 offer, the respective variants will be priced at Rs 12,999, Rs 13,999 and Rs 14,999.

boltt Evo targets the entry segment

The Evo is positioned as the more affordable option and uses the UNISOC T7250 octa-core processor. It offers up to 4GB RAM and 64GB storage, targeting routine multitasking, entertainment and connectivity requirements.

Its camera system comprises a 50MP AI primary sensor, a 2MP macro camera and an 8MP Real Tone-enabled front camera. AI Portrait Mode, AI Night Mode and AI Selfie Enhancement are included to expand the imaging capabilities.

The Evo will be available in two configurations. The 4GB + 64GB variant is priced at Rs 10,999, while the 6GB + 128GB model costs Rs 11,999. Day 1 pricing brings these to Rs 9,999 and Rs 10,999, respectively.

Commenting on the smartphone debut, Arnav Kishore, Founder & CEO, boltt, said “We are taking a consumer first approach to smartphones, with a clear focus on making technology more relevant, accessible and meaningful to everyday consumers. Our entry into the category is rooted in a simple belief: consumers should have access to the experiences they value without having to compromise on what matters to them. Ace 5G and Evo mark the beginning of our smartphone journey, and we look forward to bringing this approach to a much wider set of consumers across India.”

Both smartphones will be sold exclusively through Flipkart from September 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM.