Infinix Zero 5G 2023 vs Lava Play Ultra
The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Play Ultra leads — 53/100 vs 47/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Lava Play Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (879,714 vs 731,937); the Lava Play Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 doesn't; the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
Lava Play Ultra
What makes Infinix Zero 5G 2023 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1032 vs 1011
- Overall rating 47/100
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 879714 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 2507
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 201g
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 vs the Lava Play Ultra, the Lava Play Ultra scores 6 points higher (53/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100. In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (71/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Zero 5G 2023 | Lava Play Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.7×76.5×8.9 mm | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 182 g | |
| Launch price | — | $175 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 16MP
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Zero 5G 2023 and Lava Play Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Play Ultra leads Infinix Zero 5G 2023 by 16.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Zero 5G 2023
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (71/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 or the Lava Play Ultra?
The Lava Play Ultra edges out the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 and the Lava Play Ultra?
The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Lava Play Ultra — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 or the Lava Play Ultra?
The Lava Play Ultra leads on camera score (39/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 over the Lava Play Ultra?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Lava Play Ultra (71/100 vs 49/100).