Lava Play Max vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Lava Play Max (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 48/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Play Max has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Max
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Lava Play Max better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2813
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 22 points higher (70/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Max | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Max
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Max
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Max and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Lava Play Max by 72.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Lava Play Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (89/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max by 22 points (70/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Max and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Lava Play Max has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Max over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.