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 — 74/100 vs 48/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Play Max has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Max
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Lava Play Max better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2813
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 26 points higher (74/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Max leads (46/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Max | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 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 | — | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
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
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 68.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (89/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100).
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 26 points (74/100 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 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 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.