Lava Play Ultra vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $175 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 53/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 879,714); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $469
- Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 18 points higher (71/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100; 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 X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (71/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Lava Play Ultra by 66.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $294. Lava Play Ultra was $294 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (71/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Lava Play Ultra — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.