Lava Play Max vs Realme Narzo 90X
The Lava Play Max (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Realme Narzo 90X (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Play Max leads — 48/100 vs 46/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Narzo 90X has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Lava Play Max is faster in AnTuTu (879,714 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Max
Realme Narzo 90X
What makes Lava Play Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 879714 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 1011 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 1980
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (66/100 vs 65/100)
What makes Realme Narzo 90X better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Max vs the Realme Narzo 90X, the Lava Play Max scores 2 points higher (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Max leads (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 90X leads (63/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Max is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Play Max and the Realme Narzo 90X are nearly equal (66/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 90X notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Max | Realme Narzo 90X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 60W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.1×77.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 212 g | |
| Launch price | — | $139 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Max
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Realme Narzo 90X
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Max
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Narzo 90X
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme Narzo 90X
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Max and Realme Narzo 90X, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Play Max leads Realme Narzo 90X by 66.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Lava Play Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Max is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Play Max and the Realme Narzo 90X are nearly equal (66/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 90X notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Max or the Realme Narzo 90X?
The Lava Play Max edges out the Realme Narzo 90X by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Play Max and the Realme Narzo 90X?
The Lava Play Max has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Realme Narzo 90X — 46/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Max or the Realme Narzo 90X?
The Lava Play Max leads on performance (55/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Max over the Realme Narzo 90X?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Realme Narzo 90X (63/100 vs 46/100).