Lava Play Max vs Tecno Spark 8C
The Lava Play Max (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Tecno Spark 8C (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Play Max leads — 48/100 vs 24/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Lava Play Max is faster in AnTuTu (879,714 vs 153,667).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Max
Tecno Spark 8C
What makes Lava Play Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 879714 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 1011 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 846
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (66/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 8C better?
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Max vs the Tecno Spark 8C, the Lava Play Max scores 24 points higher (48/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Max leads (55/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Max leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8C leads (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (55/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Play Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (66/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8C notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (66/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Max | Tecno Spark 8C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 11 (Go edition), HiOS 7.6 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.6×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $100 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Max
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 8C
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Max
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 8C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 8C
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Max and Tecno Spark 8C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Play Max leads Tecno Spark 8C by 472.5% 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 Lava Play Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (55/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Play Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (66/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8C notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (66/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Max or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Lava Play Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C by 24 points (48/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Max and the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Lava Play Max has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Tecno Spark 8C — 24/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Max or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Lava Play Max leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Max or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Lava Play Max leads on performance (55/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Max over the Tecno Spark 8C?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is performance — better on the Lava Play Max (55/100 vs 9/100).