Lava Play Max vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Lava Play Max (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 48/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,673,316 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Max
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Lava Play Max better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Max vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 17 points higher (65/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (72/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Max | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 209 g | |
| Launch price | — | $300 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Max
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Max
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Max and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Lava Play Max by 47.4% 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 Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (72/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Max or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is noticeably better than the Lava Play Max — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Play Max and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Lava Play Max has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Max or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Max or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Max over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.