Lava Play Ultra vs Realme GT7
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e; launch prices were $175 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 53/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 879,714); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Realme GT7
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $420
- Better portability (71/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Realme GT7, the Realme GT7 scores 24 points higher (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Realme GT7 — 80/100; 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 GT7 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (61/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (71/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Realme GT7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 2415876 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 2233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 7478 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 182 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Realme GT7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Lava Play Ultra by 63.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $245. Lava Play Ultra was $245 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (84/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (61/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (90/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (71/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 24 points (77/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Realme GT7?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Realme GT7 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.