Lava Play Ultra vs OnePlus 13
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $175 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 53/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 879,714); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
OnePlus 13
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $899
- Better portability (71/100 vs 46/100)
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the OnePlus 13, the OnePlus 13 scores 31 points higher (84/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, OnePlus 13 — 80/100; 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 OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (71/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | OnePlus 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3145582 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 13
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:42 hrs, total 31:17 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and OnePlus 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Lava Play Ultra by 72.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $724. Lava Play Ultra was $724 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (92/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (78/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (83/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (71/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 31 points (84/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the OnePlus 13?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the OnePlus 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.