Lava Play Ultra vs Poco F8
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Poco F8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $175 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 leads — 74/100 vs 53/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 879,714); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Poco F8
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $499
- Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Poco F8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Poco F8, the Poco F8 scores 21 points higher (74/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 leads (86/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Poco F8 — 70/100; 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 Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Poco F8 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Poco F8 (71/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Poco F8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 182 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco F8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco F8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Poco F8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 leads Lava Play Ultra by 71.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $324. Lava Play Ultra was $324 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Poco F8 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (86/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Poco F8 (71/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Poco F8?
The Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 21 points (74/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Poco F8?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Poco F8 — 74/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Poco F8?
The Poco F8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Poco F8?
The Poco F8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.