Lava Play Ultra vs Motorola Moto G56
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Motorola Moto G56 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7060; launch prices were $175 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Play Ultra leads — 53/100 vs 50/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G56 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Lava Play Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (879,714 vs 657,941); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 200g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Motorola Moto G56
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 879714 vs 657941
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 2386
- Faster charging: 33W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 200g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $229
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G56 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 1011
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Better camera (40/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Motorola Moto G56, the Lava Play Ultra scores 3 points higher (53/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Motorola Moto G56 — 54/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G56 and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G56 and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G56 (71/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Motorola Moto G56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Dimensity 7060 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 657941 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 1037 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 2386 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 165.8×76.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $229 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Moto G56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Moto G56
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Moto G56
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Motorola Moto G56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Play Ultra leads Motorola Moto G56 by 33.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $54. Lava Play Ultra was $54 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G56 and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G56 and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G56 (71/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Motorola Moto G56?
The Lava Play Ultra edges out the Motorola Moto G56 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Motorola Moto G56?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Motorola Moto G56 — 50/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Motorola Moto G56?
The Lava Play Ultra leads on performance (55/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Motorola Moto G56?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Lava Play Ultra (71/100 vs 55/100).