Lava Play Ultra vs Realme GT 8
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $175 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 53/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 879,714); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Realme GT 8
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $350
- Better portability (71/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 27 points higher (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Realme GT 8 — 94/100; 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 Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (98/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (71/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 182 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Lava Play Ultra by 71.9% 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 Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (98/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (56/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (71/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 27 points (80/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Realme GT 8?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.