Lava Play Ultra vs Realme C83 5G
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Realme C83 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400; launch prices were $175 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Play Ultra leads — 53/100 vs 47/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C83 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Lava Play Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (877,641 vs 550,018); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 198g).
Lava Play Ultra
Realme C83 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 877641 vs 550018
- Better Geekbench Single: 1011 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 33W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 198g
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 61/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $175
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Realme C83 5G, the Lava Play Ultra scores 6 points higher (53/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra leads (55/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C83 5G leads (60/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 76/100, Realme C83 5G — 74/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (71/100 vs 61/100).
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Realme C83 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | |
| AnTuTu | 877641 | 550018 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 182 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $130 |
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme C83 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C83 5G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme C83 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Realme C83 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Play Ultra leads Realme C83 5G by 59.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $45. Realme C83 5G was $45 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C83 5G 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 61/100).
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Realme C83 5G?
The Lava Play Ultra edges out the Realme C83 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Realme C83 5G?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Realme C83 5G — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Realme C83 5G?
The Lava Play Ultra leads on camera score (39/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Realme C83 5G?
The Lava Play Ultra leads on performance (55/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Realme C83 5G?
The Lava Play Ultra is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme C83 5G is a better fit for everyday use.