Lava Play Ultra vs Poco X8 Pro
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $175 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 63/100 vs 53/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,977,887 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Poco X8 Pro
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $350
- Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1977887 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 33W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 10 points higher (63/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (60/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Poco X8 Pro — 60/100; 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 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (71/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 1977887 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 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
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Lava Play Ultra by 55.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $175. Lava Play Ultra was $175 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (76/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (71/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro is noticeably better than the Lava Play Ultra — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 63/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.