Lava Play Ultra vs Realme Neo8
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $175 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 53/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 879,714); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Realme Neo8
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $429
- Better portability (71/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 24 points higher (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Realme Neo8 — 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 Neo8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (71/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 80W | |
| 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 | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme Neo8
- 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 Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Lava Play Ultra by 72.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $254. Lava Play Ultra was $254 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (56/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (71/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (71/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 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 Neo8?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.