Lava Play Ultra vs Realme C85 4G
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Realme C85 4G (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $175 and $145. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Play Ultra leads — 53/100 vs 42/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C85 4G has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Lava Play Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (877,641 vs 467,392); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 215g).
Lava Play Ultra
Realme C85 4G
- Higher AnTuTu: 877641 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 1011 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 1396
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 215g
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 45/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $145 vs $175
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Realme C85 4G, the Lava Play Ultra scores 11 points higher (53/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra leads (55/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C85 4G leads (60/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 76/100, Realme C85 4G — 60/100; 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 notably outperforms the Realme C85 4G (55/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (79/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C85 4G is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Realme C85 4G (71/100 vs 45/100).
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Realme C85 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 877641 | 467392 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69K | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 166.2×78.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $145 |
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme C85 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C85 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme C85 4G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Realme C85 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Play Ultra leads Realme C85 4G by 87.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $30. Realme C85 4G was $30 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Realme C85 4G (55/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (79/100 vs 65/100).
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 C85 4G is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Realme C85 4G (71/100 vs 45/100).
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Realme C85 4G?
The Lava Play Ultra is noticeably better than the Realme C85 4G — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Realme C85 4G?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Realme C85 4G — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Realme C85 4G?
The Lava Play Ultra leads on camera score (39/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Realme C85 4G?
The Lava Play Ultra leads on performance (55/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Realme C85 4G?
The Lava Play Ultra is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme C85 4G is a better fit for everyday use.