Infinix Hot 40i vs Lava Play Ultra
The Infinix Hot 40i (2024) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300; launch prices were $100 and $175. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Play Ultra leads — 53/100 vs 29/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Lava Play Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (879,714 vs 333,647).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 40i
Lava Play Ultra
What makes Infinix Hot 40i better?
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $175
- Overall rating 29/100
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 879714 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 1011 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 1335
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 182g vs 190g
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 40i vs the Lava Play Ultra, the Lava Play Ultra scores 24 points higher (53/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra leads (39/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Infinix Hot 40i — 46/100, Lava Play Ultra — 74/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (79/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (39/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Infinix Hot 40i are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (71/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 40i | Lava Play Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, XOS 13 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×75.6×8.3 mm | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 182 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $175 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 40i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 40i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 40i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 40i and Lava Play Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Play Ultra leads Infinix Hot 40i by 62.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $75. Infinix Hot 40i was $75 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (55/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (79/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (39/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Infinix Hot 40i are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (71/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 40i or the Lava Play Ultra?
The Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i by 24 points (53/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 40i and the Lava Play Ultra?
The Infinix Hot 40i has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Lava Play Ultra — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 40i or the Lava Play Ultra?
The Lava Play Ultra leads on camera score (39/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 40i or the Lava Play Ultra?
The Lava Play Ultra leads on performance (55/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 40i over the Lava Play Ultra?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Lava Play Ultra (79/100 vs 44/100).