Lava Play Max vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Lava Play Max (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 48/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Max
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Lava Play Max better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Max vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 36 points higher (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (73/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Max | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Max
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Max
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Max and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Lava Play Max by 72.1% 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 Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (73/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Max or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max by 36 points (84/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Max and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Lava Play Max has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Max or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Max or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Max over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.