Lava Play Ultra vs Nubia NaviX Ultra
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $175 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 53/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 879,714); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Nubia NaviX Ultra
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Lighter: 182g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $845
- Better portability (71/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Nubia NaviX Ultra, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 39 points higher (92/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100; 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 Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (96/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (71/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Nubia NaviX Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Nubia NaviX Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Lava Play Ultra by 77.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $670. Lava Play Ultra was $670 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (98/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (96/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (71/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 39 points (92/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Nubia NaviX Ultra — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.