The Ai+ Pulse 2 FE launched in India on 28 September 2026 at an announced price of ₹9,999 for 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage. It combines a 6.67-inch HD+ 120 Hz display, MediaTek Helio G81, a 50 MP main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. The company announced Flipkart sales beginning at 11:59 p.m. IST on 7 October. These are launch details, not a real-time stock or checkout-price guarantee.
The appeal is straightforward: a low entry price with a high-refresh-rate screen, Android 16 and expandable storage. The important limitations are just as clear: this is a 4G-oriented budget device with 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of internal storage and an HD+ rather than Full HD display. This is an evidence-based specifications and buying analysis, not a hands-on review.
Ai+ Pulse 2 FE at a glance
- India launch price: ₹9,999 for the sole announced 4 GB + 64 GB configuration.
- Display: 6.67-inch HD+ IPS LCD, manufacturer-stated 120 Hz refresh rate.
- Processor and software: MediaTek Helio G81; Android 16 with nxtQ OS.
- Cameras: 50 MP main rear and 8 MP front.
- Battery: 5,000 mAh with 18 W wired charging support.
- Durability: IP64 rating for dust and splashes, not immersion.
- Availability: Flipkart India sale was announced for 7 October 2026, 11:59 p.m. IST.
India price and sale timing: what is actually confirmed?
Ai+’s September 28 launch announcement listed the Pulse 2 FE at ₹9,999 for the 4 GB RAM / 64 GB storage model, with Black, Blue, Green and Purple options. The company’s release set the Flipkart sale opening at 7 October 2026, 11:59 p.m. IST. The announcement does not establish what stock is available at the moment you read this, whether a bank offer applies to this particular phone or the final checkout price after delivery charges. Check the listing before purchasing.
The same announcement also covered the NovaTab and Nova LapTab tablets, but their bank-offer-inclusive promotional prices must not be confused with the Pulse 2 FE’s listed ₹9,999 starting price. This article is specifically about the Pulse 2 FE smartphone, not the tablets.
Ai+ Pulse 2 FE full specifications
The following tables distinguish manufacturer-issued launch details from additional specifications independently reported by technology publications. Where no reliable specification was established, it is identified as unknown instead of filled in by inference.
Launch and availability
| Specification | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Brand and model | Ai+ Pulse 2 FE |
| Launch market | India |
| Announced | 28 September 2026 |
| Announced sale start | 7 October 2026 at 11:59 p.m. IST via Flipkart |
| Positioning | Entry-level smartphone; aimed at first-time buyers and upgraders |
Mobile network and SIM
| Specification | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Cellular generation | 4G LTE (not advertised as a 5G smartphone) |
| SIM support | Dual SIM |
| Voice over LTE | VoLTE support reported |
Construction and protection
| Specification | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Weight | 199 g |
| Ingress protection | IP64 dust and splash resistance |
| Front design | Punch-hole display |
| Fingerprint reader placement | Side-mounted |
Display
| Specification | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Panel type | IPS LCD |
| Diagonal | 6.67 inches |
| Resolution | HD+; 720 × 1,600 pixels |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz, according to the manufacturer-issued launch specifications |
| Screen shape | 20:9 aspect ratio reported |
Software, chipset and graphics
| Specification | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Operating system at launch | Android 16 |
| User interface | Ai+ nxtQ OS |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G81 |
| CPU | Octa-core |
| Graphics | Arm Mali-G52 MC2 (reported by Gadgets 360) |
RAM and storage
| Specification | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Built-in storage | 64 GB |
| Expansion | microSD expansion up to 1 TB |
| Announced memory configuration | 4 GB + 64 GB |
Rear and selfie cameras
| Specification | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Main rear camera | 50 MP, described as AI-assisted |
| Rear camera extras | HDR support; an auxiliary rear camera is mentioned in reporting, without reliable detailed sensor specifications |
| Front camera | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera position | Front punch-hole |
Audio, ports and calling
| Specification | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Headphone connector | 3.5 mm jack |
| Radio | FM radio reported |
| Microphones | Dual-microphone noise cancellation reported |
| Wired data/charging port | USB Type-C 2.0 reported |
Wireless connectivity and sensors
| Specification | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Dual-band Wi-Fi reported |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 reported |
| Positioning | GPS reported |
| Biometric security | Side-mounted fingerprint sensor |
| Motion sensor | Accelerometer |
| Additional sensors | Proximity and ambient light sensors reported |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging support | 18 W |
| Wireless charging | No confirmed manufacturer claim located; do not assume support |
Variants, colours and India price
| Specification | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Confirmed configuration | 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage |
| India announced starting price | ₹9,999 (28 September 2026 announcement) |
| Colours | Black, Blue, Green and Purple |
| Sales channel | Flipkart (India); actual stock and checkout price may change |
What the specifications mean for everyday use
120 Hz sounds premium, but HD+ still matters
The 120 Hz figure describes the screen’s maximum advertised refresh rate, not a promise that every app or game will render at 120 frames per second. Scrolling can appear smoother than on a lower-refresh-rate panel, but the 720 × 1,600 resolution is modest for a 6.67-inch screen. Readers who spend hours on small text or fine-detail media should compare display sharpness in person where possible. There is no independently verified brightness or colour-accuracy measurement here.
Helio G81 and 4 GB RAM: sensible expectations
The MediaTek Helio G81 and 4 GB of RAM place the phone in the basic-use class. Messaging, calls, navigation and lighter apps are more realistic priorities than high-settings gaming or heavy multitasking. This is a workload assessment based on the hardware class, not a measured benchmark result. The 64 GB of internal storage may fill quickly with downloaded video and apps; microSD expansion can help with files, but does not make the phone’s internal app storage larger.
Battery and camera: useful figures, not performance tests
A 5,000 mAh battery is a familiar capacity for an entry-level handset, while 18 W is its stated wired charging capability. Actual battery life, charging time and whether a suitable charger is supplied have not been independently tested here. Likewise, the 50 MP camera resolution alone does not demonstrate low-light quality, autofocus speed or video stabilisation. The 8 MP selfie camera is confirmed in reporting, but real-world image quality remains untested.
IP64 and the software-support question
IP64 indicates dust protection and resistance to water splashes; it is not a waterproof or submersion rating. Android 16 with nxtQ OS is part of the launch specification, but the public materials reviewed for this article do not provide a dependable commitment for the number of major Android upgrades or years of security patches. Buyers intending to keep the phone for several years should seek a written support-policy statement from Ai+ before treating longevity as a selling point.
Who should consider the Pulse 2 FE?
Reasonable fit: a first smartphone, an inexpensive secondary device or a budget-constrained buyer who values a 120 Hz screen, a headphone jack and expandable storage more than 5G and high-end performance. Consider alternatives: if 5G connectivity, more than 64 GB built-in storage, a sharper display, or a clearly documented long-term update policy is important.
One useful step up to investigate is the Lava Bold N4 Pro 5G, which PhoneSpecX has separately covered at its stated India launch price of ₹13,999. That is a different budget tier, so compare current checkout prices, network needs and storage before assuming either is better value. Another entry-level reference is the itel A300C India specification guide; its battery and display trade-offs make a more useful comparison than simply counting camera megapixels.
The HMD Aura 2 Pro reporting also mentions Helio G81, but that article explicitly addresses a leak. It should not be treated as a confirmed head-to-head retail comparison.
Details buyers should verify before ordering
- Live price and availability: ₹9,999 was the India announcement price, not a verified live offer.
- 5G and band support: the Pulse 2 FE is presented as a 4G phone; check carrier bands for your specific network and region rather than assuming international compatibility.
- Update commitment: no reliable published multi-year software-support promise was identified in the reviewed materials.
- Charger, NFC and wireless charging: do not assume these are included or supported without confirmation from the retail box/listing.
- Display-source conflict: some third-party specification databases report 90 Hz, but the manufacturer’s September launch material explicitly says 120 Hz. The manufacturer’s stated figure is used here, pending direct device verification.
- Battery-source typo: a third-party product database shows 50,000 mAh in places; the manufacturer states 5,000 mAh, which is the figure used throughout this guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Ai+ Pulse 2 FE price in India?
The announced starting price was ₹9,999 for 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage on 28 September 2026. Confirm the current Flipkart checkout price before ordering.
Does the Ai+ Pulse 2 FE support 5G?
It is reported as a 4G LTE handset and is not advertised in the manufacturer launch material as a 5G phone. Do not buy it expecting 5G connectivity.
Is the display 90 Hz or 120 Hz?
Ai+’s manufacturer-issued launch specifications state 120 Hz. Some third-party listings conflict, so the launch specification takes precedence until independently checked on a retail unit.
How much battery capacity and charging does it have?
It has a manufacturer-stated 5,000 mAh battery and reported 18 W wired charging support. Real-world endurance and charging time have not been measured here.
Will the phone get years of Android updates?
It launches with Android 16 and nxtQ OS, but no dependable long-term OS or security-update commitment was established in the reviewed sources. Ask the manufacturer for its current written policy.
Related reading on PhoneSpecX
- Lava Shark 2 Pro 5G: India price, specifications and offline availability — a more expensive 5G alternative.
- Lava Virat Curve 5G: confirmed details and remaining unknowns — another India-focused launch to compare.
Sources and References
- Ai+ Smartphone manufacturer-issued launch announcement via NewsVoir — published 29 September 2026; official price, display refresh rate, battery, storage, colours and announced sale timing.
- Gadgets 360 launch report — updated 28 September 2026; corroborating RAM, display resolution, chipset, camera and sensor details.
- MobiGyaan launch coverage — 28 September 2026; 4G LTE, 18 W charging, microSD expansion and additional hardware specifications.
- Moneycontrol launch report — 29 September 2026; independent confirmation of India launch price and Flipkart sale window.
Information checked on 8 October 2026. All prices are in Indian rupees (INR) and refer to the India market unless stated otherwise. Product claims and reported specifications are not hands-on test results.
